Premier League40 min ago2 minute read

Spanish Giants Target Haaland and Kane in Summer Transfer Battle

Barcelona and Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring Erling Haaland, while Barça also eyes Harry Kane and plans contract talks with Raphinha.

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Spanish Giants Eye Haaland and Kane

Real Madrid and Barcelona both believe Manchester City forward Erling Haaland could be available next summer. The Spanish clubs feel the 25-year-old might consider his future in the season leading up to the 2028 European Championships. Real Madrid have liked Haaland for a long time, though the forward has not said he wants to leave Manchester City.

Barcelona are also looking at other options. They are keeping tabs on Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane. The 33-year-old is seen as an alternative to Atletico Madrid's Julián Álvarez. Barcelona are searching for a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski, who left for Chicago Fire in the summer. Kane's contract runs until 2027, but Barça could move if he does not sign a new deal.

Raphinha Contract Talks and Premier League Rumors

Barcelona also want to secure the future of Raphinha. The 29-year-old met with sporting director Deco on Tuesday to start talks over a new contract. Raphinha wants to stay at the club. He has been in great form, contributing to 11 goals in six matches this season, including two assists in a recent 4-2 win against Levante.

In England, Manchester United have contacted the representatives of Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite. United previously had two offers of around £50 million rejected. They want the 24-year-old to replace Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire, and they might offer a player-exchange deal. Meanwhile, Tottenham are planning another move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White.

Other transfer activity is heating up. Liverpool are looking to sign AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara in January. They are also monitoring Chelsea winger Estevao alongside Barcelona. However, Liverpool will wait until the end of the season to decide if they will sign on-loan Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo permanently.

What it means for the next game

Barcelona vs Racing Santander (LaLiga, Wed, 16 Sep): Barcelona win 89%, draw 8%, Racing Santander win 4%; expected goals 3.90 to 0.84. Our safest pick: Barcelona to win and Over 2.5.

Manchester City vs Norwich City (Carabao Cup, Thu, 17 Sep): Manchester City win 82%, draw 11%, Norwich City win 7%; expected goals 3.33 to 0.95. Our safest pick: Over 2.5 goals.