Real Madrid are considering a move for Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, who is expected to become a free agent at the end of the season. The reports form part of a round-up of transfer speculation involving several European clubs and could point to significant changes in squad plans.

Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing a deal for Michael Olise through 2032 and are interested in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde, while playing down links with Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Manchester United are targeting Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta and may offer Luke Shaw a new contract; Tottenham are interested in Bayern’s Kim Min-jae, and Matteo Darmian is set to train with Bologna.