Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Xavi could lure Messi back to Barca in 2023

Chelsea will not be joining the scramble for Kylian Mbappe’s signature, claims <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/abramovich-va-descartar-mbappe-quan-li-van-parlar-del-jugador-que-florentino-perez-va-deixar-escapar-per_666839_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a>.The Paris Saint-Germain forward is one of the hottest properties in world football, leading him to be linked with Real Madrid and Liverpool, but Thomas Tuchel already has a number of attackers at his disposal and does not see how a World Cup winner would fit into those plans.

Chelsea won’t join the race for Mbappe (El Nacional)

Manchester United are still in no rush to relieve Ole Gunnar Solskjaer of his duties, according to the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-utd-solskjaer-sacking-latest-22105435" target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a>.Despite Saturday's defeat to City and the international break, the Reds board is reluctant to act unless they have a replacement ready to take over in a smooth transition of power.

Man Utd no closer to sacking Solskjaer (MEN)

Reds won't move unless a replacement is ready

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Xavi Simons is more than a talent, he’s doing great. His contract expires in June 2022, PSG are offering him a new deal since June - but it’s still not agreed/signed. 🇳🇱 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PSG</a> His agent Raiola wants to make sure on PSG project for Xavi in first team or he’ll look for other clubs. <a href="https://t.co/xYG5OYCxdw">pic.twitter.com/xYG5OYCxdw</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1458130964643782662?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Xavi Simons holding off on new PSG deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Steven Gerrard is interested in being Aston Villa's next manager, with the ambitious Midlands club set to make an official approach to Rangers | <a href="https://twitter.com/SamWallaceTel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SamWallaceTel</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JPercyTelegraph?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JPercyTelegraph</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/Matt_Law_DT?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Matt_Law_DT</a> <a href="https://t.co/wn1or0usR2">https://t.co/wn1or0usR2</a>— Telegraph Football (@TeleFootball) <a href="https://twitter.com/TeleFootball/status/1458161761492901889?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Gerrard interested in Villa job

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">There are currently no talks ongoing between Dušan Vlahovic agents and Arsenal board. Gunners are among many club following Vlahovic situation - but there’s nothing advanced as of today. 🇷🇸 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFC</a> Fiorentina want €70/80m to sell Vlahovic in January. He’s out of contract in 2023.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1458147752584622083?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

No talks between Arsenal and Vlahovic

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨Maximiliano Moralez tiene muy avanzada la renovación de contrato con New York City de la MLS. *️⃣Se trabajan en los últimos detalles de un contrato hasta diciembre de 2022. *️⃣A pesar de los rumores, no hubo llamado de Racing. <a href="https://t.co/NlKnFBlzod">pic.twitter.com/NlKnFBlzod</a>— César Luis Merlo (@CLMerlo) <a href="https://twitter.com/CLMerlo/status/1458112678300373000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Moralez close to new NYCFC contract

Barcelona are hoping to convince Ousmane Dembele a new contract tied to the amount of first-team football he receives, reports <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/innovador-contrato-barca-ofrece-dembele-12800691" target="_blank">Sport</a>. Mindful of the Frenchman's constant injury woes, the Blaugrana want to slash his base salary, while giving him the chance to earn even more through a variety of playing and performance-related bonuses.

Dembele offered 'pay as you play' Barca renewal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Still a long way to go — and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TFCLive?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TFCLive</a> are unlikely to be drawn into anything publicly while their team still has a cup final to play — but all indications are that the interest in Lorenzo Insigne and Bob Bradley is real. Would both be transformative moves. <a href="https://t.co/qE5K8JQ4a7">https://t.co/qE5K8JQ4a7</a>— Oliver Platt (@plattoli) <a href="https://twitter.com/plattoli/status/1457858277673422850?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Toronto FC considering Insigne move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Three days after derby defeat, there are still no contacts between Manchester United board and other managers. No talks. 🚫🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> Ole Gunnar Solskjær still supported by main part of board members. Joel Glazer only one who can change the situation - but there’s still no signal. <a href="https://t.co/0nxdW56KrJ">pic.twitter.com/0nxdW56KrJ</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1458034770470899713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

No contact between Man Utd & potential Solskjaer successors

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has "taken the p*ss" out of Donny van de Beek, according to Paul Ince, who says the £40 million ($54m) midfielder was sold a "dream" by the Manchester United boss.<iframe></iframe>United spent big money to prise Van de Beek away from Ajax in September 2020, tying him down to a five-year contract.Much was expected of a midfielder that shone on a regular basis at Johan Cruyff ArenA, but he has yet to earn a regular place in Solskjaer's starting XI, much to the bemusement of Ince.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/f-ck-that-solskjaer-taking-the-p-ss-out-of-van-de-beek-by-giving-/bltce8749c448c12e3c" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

Solskjaer 'taking the p*ss' out of Van de Beek

Inter and Napoli are chasing the signature of Cagliari midfielder Nahitan Nandez - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/l-inter-non-ha-rinunciato-a-nandez-a-gennaio-puo-essere-sfida-al-79478" target="_self">Calcio Mercato</a>.Both clubs could launch offers for the 25-year-old in the new year, but he won't come cheap given his contract is not due to expire until 2024.Cagliari will demand around €30 million (£26m/$35m) for Nandez, who has already made 13 appearances across all competitions for the club this term.

Inter & Napoli chasing Nandez

Xavi could lure Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi back to Barcelona in 2023 - according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/barcelona/2021/11/09/618a5e6ae2704e0fa38b4595.html">Marca</a>.The 34-year-old left Camp Nou in the summer after 21 years at the club due to their inability to afford to tie him down to a new contract.Messi subsequently signed a two-year contract at PSG with the option of an extra year, but it has been suggested that Xavi could persuade his ex-team-mate to return to Barca after being appointed their new head coach.

Xavi could lure Messi back to Barca in 2023 (Marca)

Six-time Ballon d'Or winner touted for Camp Nou return

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">La Pantera No Se Va Se Esconde 🐾<a href="https://x.com/gustavobouok?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@gustavobouok</a> has re-signed with the club and will remain with the <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/NERevs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NERevs</a> through the 2023 season!— New England Revolution (@NERevolution) <a href="https://x.com/NERevolution/status/1458079645656621057?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Bou pens fresh terms at New England Revolution 

Juventus are looking to find a buyer for Aaron Ramsey in the January transfer window, Goal has learned, with the Serie A giants hoping a Premier League solution can be found for the Wales international.A return to British football has been mooted for the 30-year-old on a regular basis as he struggles to make the desired impact with the Italian heavyweights, with Everton and Newcastle among those said to be keen.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/juventus-premier-league-solution-ramsey-everton-newcastle/blt1a722ca5e092b37b " target="_blank">Check out the full story here.</a>

Juve seek PL solution for unwanted Ramsey

<a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-jurgen-klopp-transfer-bowen-25410645" target="_blank">The Mirror</a> reports that Liverpool are unlikely to make a move for West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen during the January transfer window.The Hammers star is a player that Jurgen Klopp rates highly, and the Reds are set to lose Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane to the Africa Cup of Nations, but a mid-season deal is not expected to be sought.

Liverpool unlikely to land Bowen in January

Alexandre Lacazette remains interested in securing a January move to Atletico Madrid, claims <a href="https://www.larazon.es/deportes/laotraliga/20211104/q6mogngxqfeolankwkehn6yfim.html" target="_blank">La Razon</a>.The Arsenal striker is heading towards free agency in the summer 2022 but could be offloaded in the next window as the Gunners seek to bring in a fee for his services.

Lacazette still looking to Atletico

Juventus and Roma are set to do battle in the transfer market for Borussia Monchengladbach star Denis Zakaria - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/la-juve-sfida-mourinho-per-zakaria-22695" target="_self">Calcio Mercato</a>.Jose Mourinho is a keen admirer of the 24-year-old midfielder, who is set to become a free agent next summer, and will ask Roma to try and bring him in during the winter market.However, Juve are also keen on Zakaria, who they see as an alternative to Borussia Dortmund's Axel Witsel as Massimiliano Allegri looks to bolster his ranks in the middle of the park.

Juve & Roma to battle for Zakaria

Lazio goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha is the subject of interest from Newcastle United - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16658563/newcastle-lazio-strakosha-transfer/">The Sun</a>.The Magpies have already sent scouts to watch the 26-year-old in action ahead of the January transfer window.Strakosha could be available for a cut-price fee in the new year, with his current contract set to expire next summer.

Newcastle interested in Lazio keeper Strakosha

Real Madrid are plotting a move for Milan midfielder Franck Kessie - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/es/deportes/florentino-perez-fichaje-jugador-no-xavi-hernandez-barca-kessie_667508_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.Barcelona were initially seen as the frontrunners to sign the 24-year-old, but their new manager Xavi is not interested in arranging a deal.Real are now poised to swoop in and land Kessie, who will be free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with the club in January if he chooses.

Real Madrid plot Kessie move

Rayo Vallecano are set to hand Radamel Falcao a new one-year contract extension - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/partidazocope/status/1457862798797643776?s=20" target="_self">COPE</a>.The 35-year-old signed for the Spanish club in the summer transfer window, and has endeared himself to supporters by scoring five goals in his first eight appearances.Falcao has verbally agreed to renew his current deal through to 2023, with an official announcement set to be made in the coming weeks.

Rayo set to hand Falcao one-year extension 

Niklas Sule has emerged as another target for those piecing together ambitious plans at St James’ Park, reports <a href="https://www.newcastleworld.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/exclusive-contact-made-with-niklas-sule-as-newcastle-united-look-to-january-recruitment-drive-3449827 " target="_blank">Newcastle World</a>.Fresh from a big-money takeover, Newcastle are in the market for marquee additions and now have a Bayern Munich defender in their sights.

Newcastle make contact with Sule

Saul Niguez will, according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/08/saul-niguez-targeting-international-break-get-chelsea-loan-spell/ " target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>, see out his loan spell at Chelsea despite early struggles in England.There had been suggestions that the Blues would look to cut a season-long agreement with Atletico Madrid short, but a Spain international midfielder will be remaining at Stamford Bridge.

Saul will see out Chelsea loan

Raheem Sterling continues to see a move from Manchester City to Barcelona mooted, and Pep Guardiola has conceded that La Liga giants could complete a raid on his ranks.He has told <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/videos/fc-barcelona/20211108/1001710650/asi-responde-guardiola-sobre-interes-barca-sterling.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>: “If Barcelona are interested in any of our players, I am convinced that they can get them.”

Guardiola admits Barca could raid City for Sterling

Newcastle United and West Ham are vying for the signature of Marseille defender Duje Caleta-Car, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/marsiglia-un-difensore-piace-in-premier-85229" target="_self">Calcio Mercato</a>.The 25-year-old could be available for a cut-price fee when the transfer market reopens, with his current contract due to expire in 2023.Newcastle &amp; West Ham are poised to compete for the signature of Caleta-Car, who was also heavily linked with Liverpool earlier this year.

Newcastle & West Ham vying for Caleta-Car

Valencia are plotting a swoop for Wolves winger Adama Traore - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1457605227704504323?s=20" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.The 25-year-old is currently tied to Molineux until 2023, and the Wanderers are set to offer him a new three-year deal.However, Valencia's interest could throw a spanner in the works, with the Spanish club set to make a move for Traore in the new year.

Valencia plotting Traore swoop

Manchester United's Anthony Martial is on Juventus' shortlist of potential new strikers - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-il-piano-b-se-fallisce-l-assalto-a-vlahovic-ecco-tutti-i-no-46516">Calcio Mercato</a>.The Frenchman is one of several targets the Bianconeri have identified in case they miss out on a deal for Fiorentina star Dusan Vlahovic.Mauro Icardi, Darwin Nunez, Alexandre Lacazette and Gianluca Scamacca have also emerged on Juve's radar ahead of the January transfer window.

Martial on Juve striker shortlist

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Brest talent Romain Faivre about potential AC Milan transfer in January: “I’m getting ready for Milan because when Paolo Maldini calls you… it’s something special. I saw the Derby and I wanted to be there”, he told Gazzetta dello Sport. 🔴🇫🇷 <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1457918813295587330?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Brest starlet Faivre welcomes Milan rumours

Bradley to swap LAFC for Toronto

Ed Woodward will continue his ties with Manchester United even after stepping down as executive vice-chairman, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10179589/Manchester-United-Ed-Woodward-talks-consultancy-role-club.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. United are in talks with the director over remaining at the club in a consultancy role, despite being a focal point for fan criticisms during the lean spell at Old Trafford over the past few years.

Woodward set for Man Utd consultancy role

Madrid plan summer clearout

Ex-Barca women's boss Cortes considered by Man City

Belgium boss Roberto Martinez is keen to return to the Premier League at the helm of Aston Villa, claims the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16676675/roberto-martinez-keen-aston-villa-steven-gerrard/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. The Spaniard will have to wait in line, however, as the club have made Steven Gerrard their leading candidate.

Martinez keen on Villa job

Real Madrid are gearing up for a move for Juventus ace Federico Chiesa, reports <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/es/deportes/allegri-autoriza-venta-15-millones-florentino-perez-descarta-traicion-rabiot-chiesa_667547_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>.The forward's two-year loan deal from Fiorentina expires at the end of the season, although talks between Chiesa and Juventus over making the move permanent are ongoing.

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