MANCHESTER UNITED SCOUT TARIK MUHAREMOVIć AMID €25M BID FROM RB LEIPZIG
Manchester United are scouting Tarik Muharemović! As RB Leipzig readies a €25m bid, will United secure the Bosnian star for their defence?
Manchester United just can’t seem to settle their defence, and now they’re turning their attention to Italy again. According to Caught Offside, United scouts have been making regular trips to check out Tarik Muharemović. He’s only 22, but since joining Sassuolo, he’s become one of the most reliable young defenders in Serie A.
His rise has been quick. Sassuolo picked him up from Juventus Next Gen last summer for about €3 million. Since then, he’s played 17 league matches and already left those low expectations behind. People are taking notice. United aren’t the only ones watching—Tottenham and Newcastle are keeping tabs, and both Inter and Juventus are still interested in Italy.
There’s a catch, though. When Juventus sold him, they made sure to add a clause that gives them 50 per cent of any future transfer fee. That means they’ll have a say in whatever happens next, and it makes things tricky for anyone thinking about making a move—especially if it’s another Italian club.
Then there’s the German angle. RB Leipzig is ready to put €25 million plus bonuses on the table. That’s a serious offer, but Sassuolo aren’t interested in selling this January. Their CEO, Giovanni Carnevali, admitted there’s been contact but no official bids, and he’s made it clear the price will only go up depending on who’s asking.
For United, this all fits their bigger picture. Harry Maguire’s future is still up in the air, and the club keeps looking at younger defenders who can grow into a long-term role. Muharemović fits that mould: comfortable with the ball, strong, and already pretty savvy for his age.
Honestly, a January move doesn’t look likely with Sassuolo digging in, but once the summer window opens, expect things to heat up. Europe’s top clubs are watching, and the longer everyone waits, the higher the price could climb.
Fans, though, have every right to be a bit tired of this dance. United have chased big-name defenders before, only to end up disappointed. Going for a young centre-back who can actually develop feels overdue, maybe even obvious at this point.
Still, there’s a fair bit of scepticism. Supporters are used to hearing about “monitoring” and “scouting,” but they want to see some action. With clubs like Leipzig ready to swoop in, there’s always that worry United will show up late, pay over the odds, or just miss out.
That Juventus clause doesn’t help either. Fans know how quickly these complicated deals can fall apart, and there’s always the question—does the club have the nerve and the plan to pull this off? Even so, on paper, Muharemović makes sense. If United are serious about rebuilding with patience and structure, he’s the kind of player who might quietly turn into a real asset. The big question, as always, is whether they can actually get it done.
PULISIC HITS BACK: MILAN STAR SHUTS DOWN 2026 GOAL DROUGHT CONCERNS
"I haven't stopped dreaming." Christian Pulisic addresses his goal drought and the frustration of missing out on the Gold Cup squad.
Christian Pulisic isn’t holding back. When critics started questioning his recent form and worried about his 2026 goal drought, he shut them down, calling those concerns “bad questions". The AC Milan forward, fresh off his Time magazine cover, still trusts his ability to step up for the USMNT as they gear up to co-host the World Cup.
All eyes are on him.
The U.S. is set to share the stage for the 2026 World Cup, and Pulisic is set to become the go-to guy for the national team. Landing on the cover of Time isn’t something soccer stars from America get every day, and it just shows how big a deal he’s become, especially after proving himself in Europe. But right as people are finally giving him mainstream recognition, he’s under the microscope for not putting up his usual numbers in front of the goal.
He’s not fazed by the dip.
When Time asked about his goal drought and how he’s handling not scoring for club or country this year, Pulisic didn’t mince words; he’s not sweating it. “I plan on scoring goals. Such bad questions. I’m not concerned about it, man.” You can hear the confidence in his voice.
Dealing with the noise
Pulisic admits this stretch feels extra tough. Missing out on last June’s Gold Cup squad hurt him, mostly because he’s used to shutting people up with his play. “Normally, I just go out there and score, and that quiets everybody. Right now, I’m in my offseason, so everyone’s talking, and I can’t do anything about it. That’s what’s frustrating.”
For Pulisic, attacking is everything. “Going at the goal, creating attacks, that’s what I live for. Sure, you have to do all the other stuff: defend, run, whatever. That’s fine. But what really gives me joy is finding ways to score and actually scoring.”
Chasing the dream
The U.S. opens their World Cup run against Paraguay at the SoFi Stadium on June 12, and Pulisic will lead the team right here at home. He doesn’t like making big public predictions, but at 27, he keeps that childhood dream alive. “That’s just not how I work. But I’ll lie in bed and imagine myself holding the World Cup trophy. I did that when I was a kid, and I haven’t stopped. You need to believe. Why not?”
WHY DID LAUTARO MARTINEZ REJECT A CAREER-DEFINING MOVE TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE?
"I love Milan." Read why 28-year-old Lautaro Martinez rejected Manchester United and Arsenal to stay at the San Siro in 2026.
Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has clearly put an end to any speculation about leaving San Siro, making it known that he has no plans to entertain offers from Europe’s top clubs. Even with regular links to teams like Barcelona, Manchester United, and Arsenal, the Argentine forward is fully committed to what’s happening in Milan.
Martinez has been quite vocal about his dedication to Inter amid constant rumours about his future. Despite frequent connections to some of the biggest clubs on the continent, he insists there’s no reason for him to move on from the current Serie A champions.
Media reports have often tied him to Barcelona, PSG, Arsenal, and Manchester United. But through various transfer windows, Martinez has consistently pushed back on the idea of leaving Inter. At 28, he remains a key figure in the team’s current setup and has stepped up as the club’s captain and on-field leader.
In an interview with Cronache di Spogliatoio, Martinez expressed his loyalty to Inter’s project. He made it clear that he isn’t interested in changing clubs despite the speculation.
He said, “No, because I am faithful to the Inter project, I feel at home here. My family is happy, we have a restaurant in the city, and we love Milan. From the first day, everyone treated me in a way I didn’t think possible. I achieved so many personal and team goals here.”
Success on the pitch seems to deepen his connection to the club. Inter recently secured another league title and continues to chase trophies, including the Coppa Italia. On an individual level, Martinez is eyeing the Capocannoniere prize as Serie A’s top scorer. His steady performances underline why he’s considered one of the most reliable forwards in European football.
Since his move from Racing Club in 2018, Martinez has become the defining presence in Inter’s modern lineup. With 173 goals over 372 competitive games, it’s clear how vital he is to the team.
Looking ahead, the club sees Martinez as a central piece in their long-term plans. His leadership and scoring ability make him hard to replace. Settled both on and off the field in Milan, he seems set on continuing his story at the Giuseppe Meazza, despite ongoing interest from Europe’s elite clubs.
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