Overview

• Reports say Dortmund have opened direct contact with Barcelona to assess Guille Fernández’s contract situation and explore a possible transfer.
• The 17-year-old La Masia central midfielder is regarded as a top talent and is reported to be under contract until 2027 with less than two years remaining.
• Barcelona is understood to want to keep the player, but Manchester City and FC Porto are also credited with interest, increasing competition.
• Coverage indicates Dortmund’s approach for Fernández remains exploratory with no formal bid tabled at this stage.
• Dortmund have also reactivated interest in West Ham’s Edson Álvarez after last summer’s near-agreement collapsed, with the Mexico international valued for his midfield and centre-back versatility.