Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Lampard linked to Newcastle job

Inter and Manchester United are readying swoops for Napoli forward Lorenzo Insigne, claims <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Napoli/12-10-2021/insigne-napoli-niente-intesa-rinnovo-inter-united-sue-tentazioni-4201762358039_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FSerie-A%2FNapoli%2F12-10-2021%2Finsigne-napoli-niente-intesa-rinnovo-inter-united-sue-tentazioni-4201762358039.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>. The Euro 2020-winning Italy international will see his current contract expire in the summer of 2022, with no fresh terms in the pipeline as yet for a talented 30-year-old who is attracting interest from Serie A and Premier League heavyweights.

Inter & Man Utd lie in wait for Insigne (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Raheem Sterling wants&nbsp;assurances from Pep Guardiola that he has a place in Manchester City's plans before signing a new deal, says <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16391173/sterling-pep-contract-talks-man-city/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The England international has cut a relative fringe figure this season at the Etihad Stadium and has been linked with a move to Barcelona, among others. Now, it has been revealed that he will only accept a new deal with the Premier League champions if he knows he will play a part in their challenge going forward.

Sterling wants Man City assurances (The Sun)

England star fears being pushed out after new deal

Borussia Dortmund have their eye on Sebastien Haller as a potential replacement for Erling Haaland. The striker has impressed since joining Ajax from West Ham and&nbsp;<a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/bild-plus/fussball/international/fussball-international/erik-ten-hag-sebastien-haller-zum-bvb-das-wuerde-sehr-teuer-werden-77935660,view=conversionToLogin.sport.html" target="_blank">Sport Bild</a>&nbsp;reports the German side have their eye on him. Ajax coach Erik ten Hag has warned that they will have to pay a big price to get him.

Dortmund want Haller to replace Haaland

AC Milan are in talks to sign Antonio Mirante after seeing Mike Maignan ruled out with a wrist injury, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-contatti-con-lo-svincolato-mirante-la-situazione-22873" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. Mirante is a free agent after leaving Roma in July but he looks set to make a return to Serie A.

AC Milan close to Mirante signing

Diego Simeone says he asked Luis Suarez to contact his former Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi to find out if the attacker was open to joining Atletico Madrid. Before the Argentina international's move to Paris Saint-Germain was confirmed, Simeone asked his star forward to find out if he fancied joining the Spanish champions. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/simeone-i-asked-suarez-to-see-if-messi-wanted-to-join/1ch0ld7keen491inhz1lvs3zfp" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Simeone: I asked Suarez to see if Messi wanted Atleti move

AC Milan do not expect Franck Kessie to sign a contract extension,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Milan/12-10-2021/mercato-milan-rassegnato-perdere-kessie-brozo-strette-4201763076350_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FCalciomercato%2FMilan%2F12-10-2021%2Fmercato-milan-rassegnato-perdere-kessie-brozo-strette-4201763076350.shtml" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a>&nbsp;reports. The midfielder's contract expires at the end of the season and many of Europe's top teams are lining up to offer him a deal. Milan have been hopeful of convincing him to stay at San Siro, but they have all but given up hope of doing so.

AC Milan resigned to losing Kessie for free

Karim Adeyemi has a host of options to choose from should he leave Red Bull Salzburg.&nbsp; Liverpool, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig are all after the 19-year-old striker. Sky Sport in Germany claims he would rather continue his career in the Bundesliga, meaning Liverpool are set to miss out. But he is not interested in joining Bayern because he does not expect to play ahead of Robert Lewandowski. Dortmund and Leipzig are best placed to get him and both are plotting bids for him.

Dortmund and RB Leipzig ahead of Bayern and Liverpool in Adeyemi chase

Juventus will offer&nbsp;Dejan&nbsp;Kulusevski to Fiorentina in an attempt to lower the asking price for Dusan Vlahovic. <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/calcio-mercato/2021/10/12-86132728/juve_occasione_vlahovic_kulusevski_sul_piatto" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>&nbsp;says the Turin side must make room for the attacker, who is also wanted by a host of Premier League teams, and are willing to sacrifice Kulusevski. But Fiorentina are demanding €75 million for Vlahovic, but Juve hope to talk them down from that price.

Juve to offer Kulusevski for Vlahovic

Newcastle are lining up a January bid for Celement Lenglet, says <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/newcastle-pregunta-lenglet-12226887" target="_blank">Sport</a>. The Premier League side want to invest in a new centre-back and see the Barcelona defender as a strong candidate.

Newcastle target Barcelona defender Lenglet

Juventus want to offload Adrien Rabiot in January as the midfielder has not been able to impress coach Massimiliano Allegri. The Serie A side hope to bring in another midfielder and <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/10/12/calciomercato-juventus-allegri-rabiot-ceballos-ancelotti-real-madrid/" target="_blank">Calciomercato.it</a>&nbsp;says they will try to convince Real Madrid to take him in a swap deal that will see Dani Ceballos go to Turin.

Juventus want Rabiot-Ceballos swap with Real Madrid

Barcelona are considering a move for Fabio Blanco in January. The Catalan side were interested in the 17-year-old winger before he left Valencia for Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. Barca decided against signing him then, but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/barca-reactiva-opcion-fabio-blanco-12226005" target="_blank">Sport</a>&nbsp;reports they may return for him in the next window and try to lure him to Camp Nou.

Barca to move for Bayer Leverkusen teen

Newcastle are set to make a move for Wesley Fofana, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/transferts/mercato-wesley-fofana-piste-prioritaire-de-newcastle_VN-202110120329.html" target="_blank">RMC</a>. The Magpies are plotting some major transfers in the January transfer window and have already reached out to the Leicester centre-back's agent.

Newcastle make contact with Fofana

Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are both eyeing Inter midfielder Nicolo Barella - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-due-club-su-barella-88008" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The two clubs could go toe to toe in the winter transfer market to try and sign the 24-year-old, whose current contract is not due to expire until 2024. Inter have no intention of selling Barella, though, and will look to tie him down to a new deal in the coming months.

Atletico & PSG eyeing Barella

Alexandre Lacazette is not intending to extend his stay at Arsenal beyond the end of the current season - according to <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/alexander-isak-arsenal-transfer-arteta-21816699" target="_blank">Football London</a>. The Frenchman is set to become a free agent in June 2022, and the Gunners will have to sell him in January to avoid losing him for nothing. Atletico Madrid, Juventus, AC Milan and Sevilla have all been linked with Lacazette, who is reportedly being valued at around £15 million ($20m).

Lacazette not intending to extend Arsenal stay

Newcastle are planning a move for Real Madrid striker Mariano Diaz - according to <a href="https://todofichajes.com/mariano-aparece-en-los-planes-del-newcastle-para-enero/" target="_blank">Todofichajes</a>. The 28-year-old has emerged on the Magpies radar following their recent change of ownership, with a billionaire Saudi group now set to invest heavily in the squad. Diaz is struggling for regular minutes at Real, with Carlo Ancelotti yet to use him at the start of the 2021-222 campaign.

Newcastle planning Mariano Diaz move 

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Paris Saint-Germain are ‘enthusiastic’ about Nuno Mendes impact. The plan is to sign him on permanent deal in 2022 for €40m buy option. 🔵🇵🇹 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PSG</a> PSG signed Nuno on loan [€7m] because of Financial Fair Play - but the idea was already clear: he’s “one for the future”. <a href="https://t.co/ytokAs2ZSR">pic.twitter.com/ytokAs2ZSR</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1447887016482516996?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

PSG planning to sign Nuno Mendes on permanent deal

<a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/juventus/?action=read&amp;idnet=dHV0dG9qdXZlLmNvbS01NzQ4MTI" target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a> claims that Juventus will need to offer Paul Pogba €10 million-a-year (£8m/$12m) in order to tempt him back to Turin. The France international midfielder is currently mulling over his options as he runs down the final year of his contract at Manchester United.

Juve must offer €10m-a-year to land Pogba

Barcelona are confident that new contracts will soon be announced for Ansu Fati and Pedri. <a href="https://www.goal.com/es/noticias/el-barcelona-confia-en-renovar-a-ansu-fati-y-pedri-antes-de/jn4e2dyygkv115uodl0zd51zr" target="_blank">Goal understands</a> that new deals for the talented youngsters are not as close as the Liga giants are making out, but agreements should be reached at some stage. The main stumbling block for the Blaugrana at present is an inability to offer big money to those deserving of lucrative offers.

Barca confident on contracts for Fati & Pedri

Dani Ceballos is closing in on a return to his roots at Real Betis, claims <a href="https://www.estadiodeportivo.com/ed-manager/2021/10/11/alex-alejar-betis-dani-ceballos/359398.html" target="_blank">Estadio Deportivo</a>. The former Arsenal loanee is once again struggling to make an impact at Real Madrid, meaning that an exit door at Santiago Bernabeu will soon swing open.

Ceballos closing in on Betis return

<a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/southampton-hassenhuttl-dressing-room/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a> reports that Ralph Hasenhuttl is treading a fine line at Southampton. Members of the Saints squad are said to expect that their manager will be sacked on the back of a disappointing start to the season that has delivered no wins and just four points from seven games.

Saints expect Hassenhuttl to be sacked

Brentford goalkeeper David Raya has been linked with Arsenal and Everton in the recent past, but he has told <a href="https://cadenaser.com/programa/2021/10/11/play_futbol/1633960775_560432.html" target="_blank">Cadena Ser</a> that he remains fully focused on life with the Bees. He has said: “I am happy at the club. I want to have a good season this year. In summer we will see what happens. “My ambitions are great, I would like to play at the top. You always want to play for big clubs.”

Raya ignoring Arsenal & Everton talk

Barcelona are eager to land a long-term successor to Marc-Andre ter Stegen, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211011/1001698327/portero-luis-maximiano-agenda-barca.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Granada shot-stopper Luis Maximiano is said to be the man they have their eye on, with the 22-year-old considered to be a hot prospect.

Barcelona want to bring in new keeper

Inter have identified Borussia Monchengladbach defender&nbsp;Matthias Ginter as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-ginter-resta-nel-mirino-un-affare-alla-marotta-82463" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The 23-year-old will be free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with the Nerazzurri in January if he chooses, with his current deal at Borussia-Park due to expire next summer. Ginter has appeared in eight games across all competitions for Gladbach so far this season.

Inter target Gladbach defender Ginter 

Monaco midfielder&nbsp;Aurelien Tchouameni is the subject of interest from Real Madrid - according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2021/10/11/616484a5e2704e9f148b4581.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>. Chelsea and Juventus have also been linked with the 21-year-old, who is under contract at Stade Louis II until 2024. Real are hoping to beat the competition to&nbsp;Tchouameni's signature as they see him as a long-term replacement for Casemiro.

Real Madrid interested in Tchouameni

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Argentine goalkeeper Sergio Romero arrives on a free transfer. Romero, 34, is Argentina’s all-time most-capped goalkeeper and spent the last six seasons at Manchester United.<a href="https://t.co/67EmqBIcKb">https://t.co/67EmqBIcKb</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ArancioNeroVerde?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ArancioNeroVerde</a> 🟠⚫️🟢 <a href="https://t.co/YySZCq0sYz">pic.twitter.com/YySZCq0sYz</a> — Venezia FC (@VeneziaFC_EN) <a href="https://twitter.com/VeneziaFC_EN/status/1447864040185909248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Venezia sign ex-Man Utd keeper Romero

<a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1633881560-el-mercado-de-9-se-agita-en-breve-y-el-madrid-quiere-dos-kane-mbappe-o-vlahovic-a-escena" target="_blank">Defensa Central</a> reports that Real Madrid are the latest side to join the race for in-demand Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbia international has already been linked with Manchester City, Tottenham, Juventus and Atletico Madrid.

Real join the race for in-demand Vlahovic

Manchester United are set to face further competition for the signature of AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessie, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211012/1001698739/kessie-lista-fichajes-barca.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Barcelona are said to have joined the hunt for a proven performer that is yet to sign a new contract at San Siro and will hit free agency in 2022.

Barca to battle Man Utd for Kessie

Tottenham midfielder Tanguy Ndombele wants to leave English football for Real Madrid in the summer of 2022, claims <a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1633875910-los-cuatro-medios-que-estan-en-el-mercado-y-desean-ir-al-madrid-de-ndombele-a-van-de-beek" target="_blank">Defensa Central</a>. The France international has enjoyed an upturn in form this season, with the Blancos still monitoring his situation having expressed interest in the past.

Ndombele wants move to Madrid

Milan winger&nbsp;Samu Castillejo is closing in on a switch to Getafe - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-si-avvicina-la-cessione-di-castillejo-accordo-verbale-con--46827" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The two clubs have reached a verbal agreement over a sale, but the Rossoneri will demand a €7 million fee for the 26-year-old. Castillejo's move to Getafe is set to be completed in January, with Milan having left him out of their Champions League squad.

Milan's Castillejo closing in on Getafe switch

Juventus are plotting a swoop for Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva - according to <a href="https://vivoperlei.calciomercato.com/articolo/bernardo-silva-la-juve-tasta-il-terreno-per-gennaio" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Italian giants want to sign the 27-year-old on loan when the transfer market reopens in January. Pep Guardiola has already admitted that Bernardo Silva could leave City, despite the fact he is under contract until 2025.

Juve plotting Bernardo Silva swoop

Manchester United may consider selling Jesse Lingard for a cut-price fee of £15 million ($20m) in January - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16383966/man-utd-january-transfer-jesse-lingard-england-contract/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The 28-year-old's current deal expires in June 2022, and he has yet to agree fresh terms with the Red Devils. Lingard wants assurances over regular playing time before putting pen to paper, with United set to sanction his departure if he continues to stall on negotiations.

Man Utd to consider £15m Lingard sale

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> There were no approaches from Newcastle new board for Aaron Ramsey or Mauro Icardi as things stand now. ⚪️🚫 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NUFC</a> Icardi is not planning to leave Paris Saint-Germain in the next few months. Ramsey will decide his future in December/January. — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1447748035761643524?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Newcastle not in market for Ramsey or Icardi

Frank Lampard is the leading candidate to replace Steve Bruce in charge of Newcastle United, says <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16390980/chelsea-frank-lampard-newcastle-bruce/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The former Chelsea boss has been out of a job since he was let go by the Blues and replaced with Thomas Tuchel. Now however, he could be set for a return to work and may be the man to take the reins at St James' Park following the takeover on Tyneside.

Lampard leads Newcastle race

Manchester United will launch a move for Leicester City's&nbsp;Wilfred Ndidi, per <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/mediocampista-ira-manchester-united-enero-20211012.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>. The Red Devils want the Nigeria international to function as a key pivot for them, and feel they can pinch him from the struggling Foxes. Ndidi has remained impressive at the King Power Stadium this year, and played in Leicester's FA Cup final triumph last term.

Man Utd after Leicester's Ndidi

Feyenoord will look to get a loan move for&nbsp;Amad Diallo over the line in the new year after their attempt ahead of the season was scuppered by injury, says <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/16383464/man-utd-amad-diallo-loan-feyenoord/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Dutch side want to bring the Manchester United man into their squad and came close to doing so earlier this year. An injury prevented the move from being completed then, but their interest remains strong.

Feyenoord to renew Diallo pursuit

Liverpool are stepping up plans to sign Ousmane Dembele from Barcelona, amid speculation over the Frenchman's future, says <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211011/1001698197/liverpool-prepara-operacion-economica-fichar-dembele.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The forward is admired by Jurgen Klopp, who sees him as a potential recruit to his Anfield squad. Dembele currently is running down towards the end of his deal at Camp Nou and Barca may struggle to convince him to remain given their own struggles.

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