Transfer news LIVE: Cherki to Arsenal, Haaland contact; Liverpool make Schade move; Chelsea, Man Utd latest
Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham are already making plans for January, with a host of big names being linked with moves after the summer window closed. Arsenal have been linked with a sensational move for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland following the latest developments in City's financial case, while they could also target his team-mate Rayan Cherki.
Manchester United are considering another move for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde but could miss out to rivals Liverpool for Brentford winger Kevin Schade. Chelsea have signed former Tottenham youngster Leo Black, while Barcelona are weighing up their options over Estevao. Liverpool have been linked with a shock move to bring Trent Alexander-Arnold back to Anfield, with Lamine Camara also reportedly on their radar following Julian Ward's appointment as sporting director.
Tottenham are said to have expressed an interest in Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae, potentially as a replacement for Micky van de Ven who is reportedly on the radar of United and Liverpool. The Spurs captain is attracting interest after establishing himself as a key part of Tottenham's defence, although any move would likely require a significant fee. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Portugal have named Rafael Leao as their new No7 after Cristiano Ronaldo’s stunning decision to leave their international camp.
Ronaldo, the Iberian side’s captain, abruptly departed midway through Portugal’s Nations League campaign having fallen out with new manager Jorge Jesus.
Barcelona are monitoring Sporting CP right-back Ivan Fresneda after his impressive rise in Portugal.
O Jogo reports that the Catalan club had already tracked the Spaniard before his move to Sporting, while Roma showed interest this summer.
Sporting want to renew Fresneda's contract after he established himself as a key player under Rui Borges.
Football Insider reports that Manchester United have an improved chance of signing Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde in January.
The 22-year-old is now more open to leaving after playing just 12 minutes in La Liga this season. Barcelona will only consider selling Balde if their £30million asking price is met.
Liverpool are firmly in the race to sign Tijuana attacking midfielder Gilberto Mora.
Football Insider claims that Real Madrid, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are also keen on the 17-year-old.
Tijuana plan to sell Mora next summer, with a January move to Liverpool considered difficult.
Joao Felix is dreaming of a return to Barcelona and wants to play Champions League football again, Sport claims.
His agent Jorge Mendes has reportedly already informed Barca of the forward’s desire to return to the club, where he spent the 2023-24 season on loan from Atletico Madrid.
Manchester United are set to extend Harry Amass’ contract ahead of the January transfer window.
The Red Devils are short on senior left-back options, particularly after Patrick Dorgu’s injury scare on international duty with Denmark earlier this week.
The former Lecce man has been the go-to backup to Luke Shaw when the No23 has been sidelined this term, and Michael Carrick has found himself lacking in depth at full-back.
Giorgio Scalvini may have recently extended his contract at Atalanta, but his admission that he would like to experience playing abroad at some stage in his career, has put Chelsea and Newcastle on red alert.
“I’ve always been there, and I’ve extended because I’ve always felt good,” Scalvini told the media.
“At the same time, I understand those who change clubs and go abroad. One day I’d like to do that to learn new things and new concepts, but I’m already doing it at Atalanta."
Liverpool saw several offers for Yankuba Minteh knocked back in the summer transfer window, but Gambian journalist Baboucarr Fallaboweh has said the Brighton forward remains keen on a move to Anfield.
“Because right now, his situation has not been helped because he is injured," Fallaboweh said.
"If not, then you could have more justification for him to showcase his performance and why Liverpool were after him.”
Speaking of potential Man City exits, Phil Foden's name has been mentioned in the gossip columns.
According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham all explored the possibility of signing Foden prior to the attacking midfielder signing a a new deal at the Etihad Stadium.
However, the report states Bayern Munich continue to monitor the situation closely, with manager Vincent Kompany keen on a reunion with his former City team-mate, with the German giants ready to make a move if he becomes available.
In the wake of Manchester City being found guilty by the Premier League of all charges relating to serious breaches of their financial rules, another issue could be looming.
According to reports, Real Madrid and Barcelona have both been circling for Erling Haaland.
However, even if the Norway international does want to leave City, it will not be for cheap as it's understood no players have a release clause in the event of a possible relegation.