Transfer news LIVE: Haaland responds to Arsenal interest; Man Utd confirm deal; Chelsea, Liverpool 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 reportedly made contact over a sensational move for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland following the latest developments in City's financial case, while Julian Alvarez remains a key target alongside Eli Junior Kroupi, Dani Olmo and Ibrahim Maza.

Manchester United are considering another move for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde and could rival Arsenal and Liverpool for Brentford winger Kevin Schade. Chelsea are reportedly interested in Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell, while Barcelona are weighing up their options over Estevao. Liverpool, meanwhile, 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 could battle Arsenal for Maza, while United and Liverpool are reportedly monitoring Spurs captain Micky van de Ven. The Netherlands defender 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!

Arsenal have been credited with an interest in Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch.

Jeltsch, 20, is also said to be on the radar of Real Madrid, thus potentially sparking a bidding war.

Sport Witness have even reported that Stuttgart are now waiting for serious offers, which they expect to happen soon.

The report also states Stuttgart have set an asking price for Jeltsch and believe he is worth €45million (£38.5m).

Como defender Jacobo Ramon is reportedly at the top of Arsenal’s shortlist.

According to reports in Italy, Ramon is being viewed as a priority target for the Gunners which is why attempts are already underway to secure a deal.

However, Tuttomercatoweb state Arsenal aren’t the only suitor for Ramon.

Besiktas president Serdal Adali has vowed to sign Joe Willock in January.

In fact, Adali has claimed the Newcastle midfielder has already chosen a house in Turkey.

The Besiktas supremo said: "There were players we couldn’t sign in the summer. Our manager wanted Joe Willock from day one, it was Willock, Willock, Willock.

"Nobody knows this, but I brought Willock’s whole family to Istanbul.

"They even picked out a house, and they had video calls with Vincenzo Italiano and Onder [Ozen, the football director] at least ten times. Furthermore, we went to see the player in person twice.”

"He could sign in the mid-season. They asked for £20m. We can sign in January, and I will.

"Joe Willock was the player the coach wanted but was missing. We really need him there."

Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United not to let JJ Gabriel leave as he worries more youngsters could follow him out the door if he does.

It was reported earlier this month that Gabriel had made a shock request to United that he be deregistered, allowing him to leave the club as a free agent.

At 15, he is widely considered to be one of the brightest talents in the country and very highly rated at United. Michael Carrick was reportedly willing to name him in the matchday squad for United’s Carabao Cup match against Brighton earlier this season, but that notion was derailed by his transfer request.

Tottenham and Aston Villa are keeping close eye on Benfica attacking midfielder Gianluca Prestianni.

As per Sport Witness, both clubs have been watching the youngster since the start of the season.

In fact, the report claims they each had scouts at the recent clash between Benfica and Porto and will have representatives following him during this international break with Argentina.

Liverpool remain interested in Aurelien Tchouameni despite the midfielder signing a new long-term contract with Real Madrid.

According to TEAMtalk, the Reds have maintained communication with the France international’s camp after previously speaking to Real Madrid about a possible move. Liverpool ultimately decided against signing another midfielder during the summer.

Tchouameni remains committed to competing for his place under Jose Mourinho, but he would not be prepared to accept a purely rotational role at the Bernabeu. Liverpool could therefore revisit their interest if his situation changes.

For now, Liverpool are not actively pushing for a deal, while Tchouameni remains an important part of Madrid’s plans. However, the Reds continue to view the 26-year-old as a midfielder of the required calibre should circumstances change.

Manchester United and Arsenal are both keeping tabs on Porto right-back Alberto Costa, who has emerged as one of the more highly rated young defenders in Europe.

According to CaughtOffside, both Premier League clubs are monitoring the 22-year-old alongside Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain, although no formal bids have been made. Costa joined Porto from Juventus in 2025 and made 47 appearances with eight assists in his first season.

Porto have Costa under contract until 2030, with a €65m (£55.6m) release clause. The Portuguese club are therefore in a strong negotiating position should interest develop into a formal approach.

United could view Costa as competition at right-back, while Arsenal are attracted by his versatility and ability to contribute in possession. His strong start to the season has further increased attention around the defender.

Erling Haaland does not intend to remain at Manchester City if the club are relegated from the Premier League, with Arsenal among the sides linked with a move.

According to Football365, Arsenal have made contact with Haaland’s camp as they assess their striker options for 2027. However, reports elsewhere have claimed the Gunners have not made an approach.

City are said to have been found guilty of 114 financial-rule breaches, with the club expected to appeal once their punishment is confirmed. A severe points deduction or relegation has been discussed, although no final sanction has been announced.

Haaland is under contract until 2034 and has no relegation release clause, meaning any departure would still require a significant fee for City.

Barcelona are said to be keeping tabs on Estevao as he struggles for minutes under Xabi Alonso.

The young Brazilian has managed just 23 minutes on the pitch across Chelsea’s first five Premier League matches, with the Spanish press reporting Barcelona are prepared to take advantage of his situation.

Per the newspaper Sport, they are closely monitoring developments in his situation.

Arsenal have sent scouts to keep an eye on Porto’s Alberto Costa, per reports from Caught Offside.

They join a number of clubs, including Manchester United, in scouting the 22-year-old, signed from Juventus for €15m (£12.8m) last year. His contract contains a €65m (£55.7m) release clause.

Arsenal’s interest, though, is at a very nascent stage, which has not progressed beyond scouting. Meanwhile, the player, tipped as a replacement for Riccardo Calafiori, is playing regularly for Porto.