#midfield-transfers

#midfield-transfers

Valverde is the kind of all-round midfielder who can offer strength, ball carrying ability and tactical intelligence, traits that make him attractive to clubs seeking to upgrade a midfield currently struggling to control games. United's midfield issues this season are well documented, Bruno Fernandes has been asked to operate deeper in a double-pivot role that is not his natural position, and the team has at times lacked the balance and bite required in the centre of the park.

Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up a potential transfer move for Athletic Bilbao's highly-rated young defensive midfield player Mikel Jauregizar. The 21-year-old has shone in La Liga and will also be playing in the Champions League with Athletic this season, and it seems his rapid rise could soon earn him a big move. According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Chelsea are keen on Jauregizar and are planning to hold talks over a possible deal in summer 2026.

Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller is on the radar of Real Madrid and Barcelona for a move next summer, according to Bild's Christian Falk. Stiller, 24, has a reported release clause of just €37.5 million and Madrid see him as a potential long-term replacement for the retired Toni Kroos, while Barca are planning in case Frenkie de Jong or Marc Casadó depart. Bayern Munich and Arsenal have also shown interest in the Germany international in the past.