Transfer Rumours: Man Utd chase Bayern superstar amid €165m bid claim

Tom Weber

• Updated: 20 Mar 2026 19:36 GMT
• 6 min read

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FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours from 20 March, including the latest updates on Michael Olise, Alphonso Davies and Kobbie Mainoo.

Man Utd still keen on Davies

Man Utd remain interested in Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies, according to journalist Christian Falk.

The Red Devils were among the clubs trying to sign the Canada international before he signed a new long-term contract with Bayern. At the time, Davies was expected to leave and pursue a move to Man Utd or Real Madrid.

He ultimately extended and then suffered an ACL injury that kept him out for a year. Though he is currently injured again, Man Utd are still interested in signing him, and Bayern could be tempted to sell to get his massive salary off the wage bill.

Real Madrid willing to break the bank on Olise

Falk also reports that Real Madrid would be willing to break the bank on Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise.

Los Blancos have been credited with an interest in the France international, and the journalist corroborates that president Florentino Perez, in particular, is keen on signing Olise.

Falk claims that Perez would be willing to potentially go as high as €165 million for Olise, which would make him the third-most-expensive player ever. Naturally, such a fee would make Bayern consider cashing in on Olise even if they insist that they are not a selling club.

Chelsea to sign young left-back?

Chelsea are closing in on a deal for Union Santa Fe left-back Mateo del Blanco, according to Renzo Pantich.

The 22-year-old is on the verge of reaching a century of appearances for Union, and he could head to Europe in the summer after January transfers to Boca Juniors and River Plate fell through.

Chelsea would initially look to park Del Blanco at BlueCo sister club Strasbourg instead of immediately integrating him into their first team. If a deal is finalised, Del Blanco will become the Blues' fifth signing of the upcoming summer window.

Juventus want Silva

Juventus are chasing a deal for Man City captain Bernardo Silva, according to Ben Jacobs.

The Portugal international is out of contract in the summer, and there have so far been no talks over an extension. As a result, it is fully expected that he will leave the club on a free transfer.

Silva has been heavily linked with a return to Benfica, but Juventus also hold a "concrete" interest in the 31-year-old. Other European clubs, as well as sides in Saudi Arabia, are also monitoring his situation.

Man Utd to agree Mainoo, Maguire deals

Man Utd are on the verge of agreeing fresh terms with Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire, according to The Athletic.

Mainoo would have been out of contract in 2027, though there was an option to extend his deal by a further 12 months. His new contract will run until 2031 and will include a significant pay increase.

As for Maguire, who would have been a free agent this summer, he will be handed a one-year extension with an optional second season. Unlike Mainoo, the defender is likely to be on a reduced salary.

More transfer rumours

Chelsea are among the clubs interested in Genk wonderkid Konstantinos Karetsas. (HLN)

Andoni Iraola is among the favourites to replace Ernesto Valverde at Athletic Club this summer. (talkSPORT)

The entourage of PSG youngster Senny Mayulu blames the club for the current contract standoff between the two parties. (L'Equipe)

Bayer Leverkusen have activated the buy-back clause in Kerim Alajbegovic's contract at RB Salzburg ahead of the summer. (Sky Germany)

Everton insist that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is not for sale this summer amid rumoured interest from Man Utd. (TEAMtalk)

Tottenham are interested in SC Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolo, who is planning a move to the Premier League this summer. (BILD)

Barcelona could re-sign winger Ez Abde from Real Betis after this season. (Fichajes)

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