Bayern Munich News: Aston Villa still eyeing FC Bayern’s João Palhinha; FC Barcelona still chasing striker; Liverpool to sell Cody Gakpo?; and MORE!

Aston Villa remains interested in Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha, although the German club is requesting a prohibitively high price tag of around €25 million. The two teams have thus far failed to reach an agreement, with a friendly match between the sides offering a potential platform for negotiations. Palhinha, who has expressed a desire to continue his career at Bayern, could consider a move if he perceives a lack of fair treatment or competitive opportunities at his current club.

FC Barcelona is still pursuing the signing of Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez, despite the Spanish club's initial €100 million offer being rejected. Barcelona may decline to add a new striker to their attacking lineup if they cannot secure the services of the Argentine forward, according to Spanish newspaper Diario Sport. The Athletic Bilbao striker's pursuit of a move to the Catalan club has been complicated by his desire for negotiations with Atlético Madrid.

Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly eyeing Liverpool attacker Cody Gakpo, who has had positive discussions with Tottenham's representatives. The young Dutchman, who was a target for Bayern Munich earlier in the summer, appears receptive to the possibility of a move to White Hart Lane. Liverpool, however, are considering whether Gakpo may soon face diminishing opportunities as a first-team regular under manager Andoni Iraola.

Former Bayern Munich goalkeeper Christian Früchtl is set to join Red Bull Salzburg after reaching a verbal agreement with the Austrian club. The 26-year-old, who was once considered a potential successor to Manuel Neuer, will provide experienced competition and support to current No. 2 Christian Zawislak. Meanwhile, FC Barcelona is reportedly open to not signing a new striker if they cannot secure the services of Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez.

Tottenham Hotspur has also shown interest in Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, with talks between the players' representatives and the English club's representatives reportedly positive. Liverpool, however, are weighing the possibility of Gakpo becoming a potential long-term backup option, as opposed to a guaranteed starter.

Former Bayern Munich goalkeeper Christian Früchtl is set to join Red Bull Salzburg after reaching a verbal agreement with the Austrian club. The 26-year-old, who was once considered a potential successor to Manuel Neuer, will provide experienced competition and support to current No. 2 Christian Zawislak.

VfB Stuttgart attacking midfielder Bilal El Khannouss is reportedly open to a move, with the German club potentially demanding up to €60 million plus bonuses for his services. While two Premier League clubs have shown initial interest in El Khannouss, no concrete offers have emerged thus far.