Latest transfer news: João Pedro wants Liverpool move, as Real Madrid scout Adam Wharton

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March 4th 

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The January transfer window is now little more than a distant memory in European football and as such clubs across the continent are already making plans for the summer window. Teams are working tirelessly behind the scenes on identifying targets and figuring out their budgets.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals. A plethora of players will become available in the summer where clubs famously have more money to spend and aren’t as restricted by financial fair play rules. The rumour mill is beginning to pick up pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories. 

Reports suggest Brighton’s Brazilian striker João Pedro wants to join Liverpool this summer. The 23 year old has a current market value of €50 million, and has been a star performer for the Seagulls this season. He has made one cap for Brazil to date.

Real Madrid scouts have reportedly checked on England midfielder Adam Wharton since the 21-year-old’s return to first-team action at Crystal Palace. He has a current market value of €32 million and was part of England’s squad at Euro 2024.

Brighton’s Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen is on Chelsea’s radar for a potential summer move. They could look to replace Robert Sanchez, whom they brought in already from the Seagulls with another player from the south coast.