9 November 2026 Transfer Roundup: Torreira, Kislyak, Batrakov and JJ Gabriel
The winter window has not opened yet, but clubs are already positioning themselves. Four stories stand out today. None has an official announcement; all are claims or statements.
Lucas Torreira: Fiorentina preparing to knock on the door
According to reports citing the Italian press, Fiorentina plan to make formal contact with Galatasaray over Lucas Torreira in the winter window. The claim is that Fabio Paratici has stepped up the work in line with coach Paolo Vanoli's requests, and that Torreira is among the club's priority files.
The Uruguayan midfielder's contract runs until 2028. Fiorentina would therefore need to agree terms directly with Galatasaray. A formula involving a loan with an option to buy is also reportedly being discussed in Italy. A similar attempt was made last summer, but the Turkish club did not want to let the player go at that time. There is no comment from Galatasaray yet. Everything depends on whether the club is willing to sell.
Matvey Kislyak: "Maybe something happens in winter"
CSKA Moscow's young midfielder Matvey Kislyak has responded himself to rumours linking him with Süper Lig clubs. By his account, nobody from Galatasaray or Fenerbahçe has contacted him yet. He did not rule out a development in the winter.
His name has been linked with Turkey for some time. Reports in recent weeks also mentioned interest from Beşiktaş and Galatasaray. There is no information on an offer or formal contact from any club. His words suggest the interest has not yet reached the negotiating table. The file could well revive as January approaches.
Aleksey Batrakov: Agent sends a winter message
The agent of Galatasaray's Russian left-back Aleksey Batrakov, Vladimir Kuzmichev, spoke to the Russian media about the player's future. As reported, he said nothing stands in the way of a move to the Premier League.
Some reports claimed Galatasaray plan to raise the player's salary to 5 million euros a year and his release clause to 100 million euros. The agent said these were matters discussed only inside the club. The figures are therefore unconfirmed. Batrakov keeps making headlines with his on-pitch form, which feeds the talk of outside interest.
JJ Gabriel: Real Madrid look ahead
The race for Manchester United's 16-year-old prospect JJ Gabriel continues. Reports say the player wants to leave Manchester United. Real Madrid are said to be in front, while Barcelona are reportedly still interested in the background. The latest claims from Spain say the youngster is training in Madrid and only a few details of the agreement remain.
The main sticking point is compensation. Manchester United's effort to protect their financial rights and FIFA's training compensation rules will shape the final terms. With no official announcement, the claims should not be treated as settled.
The bigger picture
What these stories share is that first winter moves are starting to surface publicly. None has turned into a signature. In the Torreira and Kislyak cases, no formal club contact is visible yet. In Batrakov's case, the figures were not confirmed by the agent. In JJ Gabriel's case, compensation and procedural details will be decisive.
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