Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Liverpool & Barcelona eye Wolves star Adama Traore

Manchester United and Chelsea are ready to battle it out for Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/robert-lewandowski-futuro-debate-equipos-premier-league-20211117.html " target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The prolific Pole is said to be keen on experiencing life in the Premier League before he retires, with two heavyweight outfits prepared to throw open their doors.

Man Utd & Chelsea to scrap it out for Lewandowski (Fichajes)

Bayern striker wanted by Premier League giants

According to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/wolves-ready-sell-adama-traore-barcelona-liverpool-interested " target="_blank">90min</a>, Wolves are ready to sell jet-heeled winger Adama Traore.With the Spain international up for grabs, Barcelona – who brought the 25-year-old through their La Masia academy system – are ready to battle Liverpool for his signature.

Liverpool & Barca want Wolves star Traore (90min)

Spain international available for transfer

Barcelona willing to sell De Jong (Sun)

The move could raise funds to boost other parts of the squad

Chelsea are seeking a move for Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana, claims <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a5273481902776845942-chelsea-cible-wesley-fofana">Foot Mercato</a>.Fofana, 20, has not played in the Premier League this campaign due to a fibula injury sustained in the preseason.However, he impressed in his 28 appearances last year and remains on the Blues' radar.

Chelsea seek Fofana move (Foot Mercato)

The Blues are not put off by the centre-back's long-term injury

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A true leader since day one. Best of luck in the next chapter. 📝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LAFC</a> and Bob Bradley mutually agree to part ways.— LAFC (@LAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAFC/status/1461447915319476224?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Bradley and LAFC part ways

New Tottenham boss Antonio Conte wants to bring Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford to north London - according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/18/jordan-pickford-lined-successor-hugo-lloris-spurs-antonio-conte/?utm_content=football&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_campaign=Echobox&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1637236042" target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.Spurs are looking at the England No 1 as a potential successor to Hugo Lloris, whose current contract expires next summer.Everton won't let Pickford leave on the cheap, though, and will likely seek a much higher fee than the £25 million ($34m) they paid Sunderland for his services in 2017.

Conte wants to bring Pickford to Spurs

Jesse Lingard's talks with Manchester United over a new contract have collapsed - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/TimesSport/status/1461394581820526600" target="_self">The Times</a>.The 28-year-old is set to leave Old Trafford next summer after failing to reach a compromise with the club over fresh terms.Lingard could even ask to be sent out on loan for the final six months of his deal in order to start playing regular football again.

Lingard Man Utd extension talks collapse

Roma could return for Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka in January - according to <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/roma/2021/11/14-87074333/roma_tiago_pinto_non_molla_zakaria_ma_spunta_un_nuovo_nome" target="_self">Corriere dello Sport</a>.The 29-year-old was strongly linked with a move to Stadio Olimpico in the summer, but ended up signing a new one-year deal with the Gunners.Roma haven't given up all hope of landing Xhaka, though, with injury and disciplinary issues restricting his game time for Arsenal in the first half of the season.

Roma could return for Xhaka in January

Newcastle United have joined the race to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel - according to <a href="https://www.tuttojuve.com/esclusive-tj/tj-witsel-potrebbe-diventare-bianconero-ma-579272" target="_self">Tutto Juve</a>.The 32-year-old is approaching the final six months of his current deal and has also been heavily linked with Juventus.Newcastle are well placed to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with Witsel in January as they are prepared to offer him an annual wage packet of €10 million.

Newcastle join race for Witsel 

Everton have made an initial approach for Inter winger Ivan Perisic - according to <a href="https://www.linterista.it/primo-piano/l-interista-perisic-addio-a-giugno-sondaggio-milan-piace-a-roma-e-everton-26017" target="_self">L'Interista</a>.Roma and Milan are also keen on the 32-year-old, whose current contract expires in June 2022.Everton are hoping to win the race for Perisic, but the former Bayern Munich star would prefer to return to Germany.

Everton make approach for Inter's Perisic 

Milan are set to give up on talks over a contract extension with Franck Kessie - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/11/18/calciomercato-milan-kessie-real-madrid-brahim-diaz-ancelotti/" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 24-year-old has been strongly linked with a move away from Italy as he edges towards the final six months of his current deal.Milan had been eager to keep Kessie but have now accepted that he will leave next year, and they are ready to welcome any big-money offers in January.

Milan set to give up on Kessie contract talks

Juventus are ready to offload Arsenal and Tottenham-linked midfielder Dejan Kulusevski - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-una-soluzione-clamorosa-per-il-futuro-di-kulusevski-tra-ars-84117" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The Italian giants will listen to any loan on permanent offers for the 21-year-old when the January transfer window opens.Arsenal and Spurs could battle it out for Kulusevski, who won't come cheap with his current contract still due to run until 2025.

Juve ready to offload Arsenal & Spurs linked Kulusevski 

Villarreal are set to resist any and all offers they might receive for Arnaut Danjuma in January - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-major-update-on-liverpool-bid-to-sign-danjuma-in-january-as-price-tag-revealed/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>.The 24-year-old has been linked with Liverpool, but his current employers have no plans to let him leave El Madrigal.Danjuma has nailed down a regular spot in Unai Emery's lineup since joining Villarreal from Bournemouth for €25 million (£21m/$28m) in August.

Villarreal to resist any Danjuma offers

Chicago Fire are planning to name Ezra Hendrickson as their new head coach - according to <a href="https://www.hottimeinoldtown.com/2021/11/17/22787382/chicago-fire-to-hire-ezra-hendrickson-as-the-clubs-next-head-coach" target="_self">Hot Time in Old Town</a>.The Colombus Crew assistant has been chosen ahead of Ante Razov and Paulo Nagamura due to his experience coaching in MLS.Chicago Fire are in advanced talks with Hendrickson over a permanent contract, with an official announcement expected in the coming weeks.

Chicago Fire to name Hendrickson new coach

Borussia Dortmund are open to loaning out German wonderkid Youssoufa Moukoko - according to <a href="https://www.waz.de/sport/fussball/bvb/youssoufa-moukoko-beim-bvb-eine-leihe-wird-wahrscheinlicher-id233877597.html?utm_term=Autofeed&amp;utm_campaign=WAZ&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1637246168" target="_self">WAZ</a>.BVB will consider letting the 16-year-old leave on a temporary basis next summer, regardless of whether Erling Haaland departs the club.Moukoko won't be leaving Dortmund in January, though, with the teenager seen as a key squad member for Marco Rose heading into the second half of the season.

Dortmund open to loaning out Moukoko

Newcastle are targeting Inter duo Stefan de Vrij and Marcelo Brozovic - according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/newcastle-plot-serie-a-raid-for-inters-stefan-de-vrij-and-marcelo-brozovic-and-lazios-thomas-strakosha-9tvvmtpbr" target="_self">The Times</a>.Brozovic is set to become a free agent next summer, while De Vrij's contract is due to expire a year later.Newcastle could strengthen at the back and in midfield by arranging deals for the pair, while Lazio goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha also on their radar.

Newcastle target Inter duo De Vrij & Brozovic

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Luis Diaz’ agent: “Chelsea and Liverpool interest rumours? It’s normal. If a player plays well, if he starts to stand out, if the majority considers him the best player in the Portuguese League… it’s normal”, he told Radio Renascença. 🔵 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFC</a> <a href="https://t.co/rtopokztpm">pic.twitter.com/rtopokztpm</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1461355479301455878?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Diaz's agent addresses Porto transfer links

Hakim Ziyech is facing an uncertain future at Chelsea, admits <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/18/hakim-ziyechs-chelsea-future-uncertain-january-loan-looks-unlikely/ " target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>, but a loan deal in January is considered to be unlikely.The Blues are reluctant to part with anyone over the winter as they continue to compete for major honours on multiple fronts.

Ziyech loan unlikely 

Zlatan Ibrahimovic may have passed his 40th birthday, but <a href="https://twitter.com/Gazzetta_it/status/1461197475717468160" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a> claims the veteran Swedish striker is ready to sign another new contract at AC Milan.As he is showing no sign of slowing down, the enigmatic frontman will be handed a 12-month extension to his terms at San Siro.

Ibra to sign new Milan contract 

Barcelona are keeping a close eye on two promising wingers, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211118/1001714457/barca-atento-dos-jovenes-extremos.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.Belgian teenager Jeremy Doku of Rennes is said to be registering on the recruitment radar at Camp Nou, along with Brazilian star Artur of RB Bragantino.

Barcelona tracking Doku and Artur

Lille forward Jonathan David is a player interesting Paris Saint-Germain, claims <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-le-psg-surveille-jonathan-david-losc-575915 " target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>.The 21-year-old Canada international has hit 22 goals through 66 appearances for his current club and helped them to edge out PSG when claiming the Ligue 1 title last season.

PSG plotting move for David

Jude Bellingham is being heavily linked with a return to England at Liverpool, but the highly-rated midfielder is said to be in no rush to leave Borussia Dortmund.The <a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-jude-bellingham-transfer-haaland-22197872 " target="_blank">Liverpool Echo</a> reports that the talented 18-year-old is happy in Germany and not looking to secure a Premier League move any time soon.

Bellingham in no rush to leave Dortmund

Henrikh Mkhitaryan may have extended his contract with Roma earlier this summer, but <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/calcio/calcio-mercato" target="_self">Corriere dello Sport</a> claims the Armenian is no longer happy at the club.It is claimed that the 32-year-old has been left disillusioned by the tasks he is assigned on the pitch, which result in a lack of offensive contributions.As a result, he is being linked with a January move away from the Giallorossi.

Mkhitaryan unhappy at Roma

Elia returns to ADO Den Haag at 34

Antonio Conte is looking at replacing Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris with Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/18/jordan-pickford-lined-successor-hugo-lloris-spurs-antonio-conte/" target="_self">The Telegraph</a> reports.With two full seasons left on his Toffees deal, Pickford's current employers would be looking to make a profit on the £25 million they originally paid to land the 27-year-old.The report adds that it is possible that Lloris could sign a new deal in north London.

Conte wants Pickford to replace Lloris

A lack of form has seen Nicolas Pepe fall out of favour under Mikel Arteta, while reports have also linked the Ivory Coast international with a move away.With the January transfer window approaching and the likes of Newcastle, Crystal Palace and Everton allegedly interested, GOAL's Charles Watts looks at what happens next for Arsenal's record signing.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arsenal-s-pepe-problem-is-72m-signing-now-surplus-to/bltfdcfd03ce8f8fe4f" target="_self">Read the full analysis right here on GOAL!</a>

Pepe now surplus to requirements at Arsenal?

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Mino Raiola is in Milano, confirmed. Meeting ongoing with AC Milan board to talk about Alessio Romagnoli’s contract [current one expires in June 2022]. Negotiations on. 🔴🇮🇹 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> Ibrahimovic new contract will be discussed in the next months - he’s still loving AC Milan life.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1461258762753220619?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Raiola in Milan for Romagnoli extension

Fabio Vieira extends with Porto

Wesley Fofana has outlined a number of clubs that would be dream transfer destinations, including the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United.The 20-year-old defender told a <a href="https://twitter.com/Wesley_Fofanaa/status/1461087134392242182" target="_blank">Twitter Spaces</a> session hosted by <a href="https://twitter.com/ActuFoot_/status/1461095360508698631" target="_blank">ActuFoot:</a> "There is Marseille, Real Madrid, Barcelona."In the Premier League, Chelsea, Man Utd, Man City… but you have to work to achieve your dreams. Through work, you can succeed in it all."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/fofana-chelsea-hint-transfer-leicester-defender-future/blt24c33f5b0c2bb248" target="_blank">Check out the full story on GOAL!</a>

Fofana outlines his dream clubs

Lyon sporting director Juninho Pernambucano has announced that he plans to leave the club at the end of the 2021-22 campaign."I hope to finish the season well, and at the end it's over. I said three years. I'm going to think carefully but in my head it was for three seasons," he told <a href="https://rmc.bfmtv.com/" target="_blank">RMC</a>."For a lot of people, you don't do much when you're a sports director. But there is enormous mental fatigue."It's not a threat, I love the club, I have a lot of respect for the president and for the institution. I have also given a lot to the club and this should not be forgotten."

Juninho set to leave Lyon at end of season

Bayern have opened talks with centre-back Niklas Sule to extend his contract, with sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic now keen for the German to stay put, <a href="https://twitter.com/Plettigoal/status/1461259586908962818" target="_blank">SPORT1</a> claims.There had been speculation that Sule would be leaving, with Premier League clubs reportedly interested, but Bayern head coach Julian Nagelsmann also wants the defender to stay.

Bayern open talks over new Sule contract

Emmanuel Petit has urged Chelsea to sort out a new contract for Antonio Rudiger as he is not convinced there is a ready-made replacement available at the right price.The former Chelsea midfielder told <a href="https://bookmakers.co.uk/news/chelsea-premier-league-title-odds" target="_blank">Bookmakers.co.uk</a>: "If he leaves, it would be a real pity for Chelsea. "If I remember correctly before [Thomas] Tuchel came in he was on the bench and wasn’t playing. Now he looks like one of the best defenders around."He could leave on a free and Chelsea would have to spend a minimum of £30 million to find a new defender of his level, and there’s never a guarantee a buy will work out. If he asks for two more years, just give him the money."

Petit urges Chelsea to give Rudiger what he wants

Everton will look to lure Calum Chambers away from Arsenal if there is no deal to be done for Ainsley Maitland-Niles, reports <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16752594/arsenal-calum-chambers-everton-transfer/ " target="_blank">The Sun</a>.The Toffees are looking to bolster their ranks at the back and in midfield, with a couple of versatile options in north London catching their eye.

Everton eye move for Chambers

<a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-william-saliba-eddie-nketiah-22197047 " target="_blank">Football.london</a> reports that Arsenal will look to agree fresh terms with William Saliba at the end of the season.The highly-rated French defender is, however, yet to make a competitive debut for the club, is currently taking in a third loan spell back in his homeland and may force the Gunners into a sale by refusing to sign a new contract.

Will Saliba sign new contract at Arsenal?

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🇬🇭 Dundee United are delighted to announce that Ghanaian Under-20 midfielder Mathew Cudjoe has agreed terms with the Club, subject to work permit. <a href="https://t.co/bc0wvHRBgO">https://t.co/bc0wvHRBgO</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UnitedTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UnitedTogether</a>— Dundee United FC (@dundeeunitedfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/dundeeunitedfc/status/1461043725891690506?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Dundee United agree midfielder deal

Real Madrid’s hunt for a goalkeeper has led them towards the familiar face of Antonio Adan, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/5-recambios-baraja-real-madrid-andriy-lunin-20211116.html " target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The Sporting shot-stopper is a product of the Blancos’ academy system and could be returned to his roots as Andriy Lunin seeks a way out of Santiago Bernabeu.

Real Madrid ready raid for Sporting star Adan

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Jack Rodwell.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WSW?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WSW</a> <a href="https://t.co/AqSOhMaJzv">pic.twitter.com/AqSOhMaJzv</a>— WS Wanderers FC (@wswanderersfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/wswanderersfc/status/1461228393349799946?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Ex-Everton & City star now in Australia

Manchester City are, according to <a href="https://www.transfermarketweb.com/transfers/transfers-barcelona-fc-not-giving-up-on-aubameyang-226491" target="_blank">Transfer Market Web</a>, ready to battle Barcelona for the January signing of Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.Both sides are in the market for another proven frontman, with the reigning Premier League champions set to have already asked questions of domestic rivals at Emirates Stadium.

City to battle Barcelona for Aubameyang

Real Madrid are monitoring Argentine forward Julian Alvarez, writes <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2021/11/17/61950112268e3eb67e8b45eb.html">Marca</a>.The 21-year-old River Plate star has been involved in 20 league goals in just 16 matches in 2021, which has drawn the attention of clubs around Europe.Alvarez has visited Real Madrid's facilities before and the club are seen as favourites to sign him.

Real Madrid monitor Alvarez

Bayern willing to give Sule significant pay rise

Arsenal are in the mix for out-of-favour Juventus winger Dejan Kulusevski who appears ready for a January switch, writes <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-una-soluzione-clamorosa-per-il-futuro-di-kulusevski-tra-ars-84117" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The Turin club have put a €35 million ($39m/£29m) valuation on the player.

Arsenal in mix for Kulusevski

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAKING: The Chicago Fire intend to hire Ezra Hendrickson as the club’s next head coach, multiple sources tell <a href="https://twitter.com/patrickmccraney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@patrickmccraney</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cffc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#cffc</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cf97?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#cf97</a> <a href="https://t.co/iOAOuQFZtI">https://t.co/iOAOuQFZtI</a>— The Lantern: A Chicago Fire Newsletter (@LanternSoccer) <a href="https://twitter.com/LanternSoccer/status/1461127160178089987?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Fire intend to hire Hendrickson

Rangers on verge of Van Bronckhorst appointment

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">AC Milan have a meeting scheduled with Mino Raiola to talk about Alessio Romagnoli’s contract [current one expires in 2022]. Still no updates on Kessié side. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> Milan will also announce contract extension for manager Stefano Pioli until June 2024 in the next few days.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1461075947189379072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2021</a></blockquote>
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AC Milan set Romagnoli meeting

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