Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd have held Zidane talks

Eden Hazard has revealed that he is open to signing a new contract with Chelsea – but has added that he will be happy regardless of whether he stays at Stamford Bridge or leaves the&nbsp;club for a new destination. He told BT Sport: "I am with Chelsea for now. I have two years left on my contract. I can sign a new deal – but maybe not. I don't know." <a href="http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/if-i-leave-or-if-i-stay-i-will-be-happy-hazard-open-on/154xy3t7xn46e1ved2igewwd7j" target="_blank">Find out what else the Belgian has had to say on his future here.</a>

Hazard coy on Chelsea future

Manchester United failed with a £50 million ($65m) bid for Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey over the summer, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/MrArsenicTM/status/1045637666459594756" target="_blank">beIN Sport</a>. The Wales international could soon become available to the Red Devils, with his contract running down and an offer from the Gunners taken off the table. That could tempt Jose Mourinho into making another move, with the midfielder among those he would like to have on his books at Old Trafford.

Man Utd failed with £50m Ramsey bid

Red Devils missed out on Arsenal contract rebel

Rafa Benitez has claimed to have no knowledge of the reported takeover attempt of Newcastle United, though he was pleased current owner Mike Ashley was present for the club's latest Premier League game. Benitez has reportedly been frustrated with the team's transfer outlay under Ashley, though that might change if Peter Kenyon's takeover is successful. However, Benitez claimed to be solely focused on the task at hand in the Premier League and can't worry about what is happening in the boardroom. <a href="http://www.goal.com/en/news/i-dont-know-anything-newcastle-boss-benitez-addresses-kenyon/1lv818gkejtj41tfhqqzuu48l9" target="_blank">Read more here on Goal!</a>

Benitez addresses Newcastle takeover bid

Juventus will not overspend on Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, with <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/exclusive-juventus-won-t-overspend-for-lazio-superstar-87952" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> claiming that the Bianconeri are reluctant to invest €150 million (£134m/$174m) in the Lazio midfielder. That could leave the transfer door open for other suitors, with Manchester United, Real Madrid and Chelsea having all been linked with the Serbia international.

Juventus won’t spend €150m on SMS

Manchester United have held discussions with Zinedine Zidane regarding a possible managerial role at Old Trafford, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/beINSPORTS/status/1046032004314103809" target="_blank">beIN Sports</a>. Jose Mourinho remains at the Old Trafford helm at present, but the Portuguese finds himself falling under mounting pressure. Former Real Madrid boss Zidane is considered to be the leading contender to take the Red Devils' reins if a change in the dugout is made, with the Premier League heavyweights having already sounded out the Frenchman in an effort to gauge his interest.

Man Utd have held Zidane talks

Manchester United are “a mess”, according to Paul Scholes, but their struggles make it imperative that they retain the services of “best player” Paul Pogba. The Red Devils legend told BT Sport:&nbsp;“The war he’s [Jose Mourinho] got now with Pogba is he’s still his best player. What else does he do? Can he let Pogba go? I don’t know if he can.” <a href="http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-are-a-mess-but-cant-afford-to-lose-pogba-scholes/d9oz20rcdzn91tw1l3d9f6pfe" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Man Utd can't afford to lose Pogba'

Inter defender Milan Skriniar is back on the transfer radar of Barcelona, according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20180929/452069799072/el-barca-se-vio-con-el-agente-de-skriniar.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. It has been suggested that he is close to committing to fresh terms in Italy, but La Liga giants remain in the market for a new centre-half and have already met with the Slovakian's representatives.

Skriniar back on Barcelona's radar

Liverpool are leading the chase for Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella, according to <a href="http://www.tuttosport.com/archivio/calcio/serie-a/cagliari" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. Manchester United, West Ham, Chelsea, Tottenham and Everton are also keen on the 21-year-old and have had him scouted over recent weeks.

Liverpool lead Man Utd in Barella hunt

North West Counties League side Runcorn Town have signed former Bayern Munich youngster Dale Jennings. Jennings was 18 when he signed for the Bundesliga giants and although he didn't feature for the first team, he turned out&nbsp;36 times for Bayern's reserves. He would then join Barnsley and MK Dons but, after leaving the club in 2016, he's now back playing again with Runcorn Town. <center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">Runcorn Town swoop for former Liverpool, Tranmere Rovers and Bayern Munich star Dale Jennings Read More: <a href="https://t.co/4eIIxMPg6x">https://t.co/4eIIxMPg6x</a> <a href="https://t.co/EDbboXNklx">pic.twitter.com/EDbboXNklx</a>— Runcorn Town FC (@RuncornTown) <a href="https://twitter.com/RuncornTown/status/1045781241335869443?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2018</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Former Bayern winger joins Runcorn Town!

Serie C club Monza could make a move to sign Kaka following Silvio Berlusconi's takeover of the Italian club, according to <a href="http://www.corrieredellosport.it/" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>. Kaka officially retired from football in December 2017 but could be tempted to return to play in Italy, where he gained legendary status with AC Milan. Monza have ambitious plans for the future, with Marco Zaffaroni's side currently top of the Serie C Group B table following three wins from three matches.

Monza could move for Kaka

West Ham are "potty" not to have tied Declan Rice to a new contract, according to former defender Tony Gale. The Hammers remain in discussions with the 19-year-old academy graduate, but have yet to reach an agreement over an extension. Rice is under contract until 2020, but Gale wants to see the youngster, who he believes is&nbsp;a "future captain", tied down for the long-term.

West Ham 'potty' not to agree new Rice deal

Gennaro Gattuso has three more games to drive away the ghost of Antonio Conte and save his job at AC Milan, says <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Milan/28-09-2018/milan-gattuso-non-ringhia-futuro-ballo-leonardo-ha-mente-conte-300246878963.shtml?refresh_ce-cp" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a>. The Rossoneri have drawn their last three games in Serie A and are the only team in the top-tier yet to keep a clean sheet. Gattuso has come under fire in recent weeks and now has a trio of matches against&nbsp;Sassuolo, Olympiacos and Chievo to keep his position as manager, after an ultimatum from chairman&nbsp;Paolo Scaroni.

Gattuso has three matches to secure Milan future

Berlin's Olympic Stadium looks set to host the final of the 2024 European Championships following the confirmation of Germany's successful bid this week, according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/muenchen-oder-berlin-geheim-deal-fuers-finale-der-em-2024-57539728.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The 17th iteration of the tournament will be the first to be played after the pan-continental edition in 2020 that celebrates the 60th anniversary of the competition. With Munich already set to host matches in two years' time, the DFB are believed to favour holding the final of the showpiece event in the capital city.

Berlin to host Euro 2024 final

Juventus have given up on their attempts to capture Atletico Madrid man Diego Godin, per <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/latest-juve-give-up-on-atletico-star-man-united-target-13447" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The Serie A champions, along with Manchester United, both attempted to prise the defender away from La Liga during the transfer window. The Turin outfit now however have conceded defeat and will not seek his services again during January's window.

Juventus concede on Godin pursuit

Bayern Munich are mulling over a move for Marseille ace&nbsp;Florian Thauvin to replace Franck Ribery, reports <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/7372615/florian-thauvin-bayern-munich-marseille-70m/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. World Cup winner Thauvin has enjoyed a fine start to the new Ligue 1 campaign, scoring six goals in six games. Ribery is expected to leave Bayern when his contract concludes at the end of this season and the Bundesliga champions are thought to be keen on the 25-year-old.

Bayern eye Thauvin as Ribery replacement

Liverpool&nbsp;goalkeeper Alisson revealed&nbsp;Brazil&nbsp;team-mate&nbsp;Philippe Coutinhoplayed a big role in his decision to join the Premier League giants. "He spoke highly of Jurgen [Klopp, Liverpool manager] and about the players," the goalkeeper&nbsp;told reporters. <a href="http://www.goal.com/en/news/alisson-explains-coutinhos-influence-on-liverpool-move/uy83zzhpgho914jgh61mu6cg2" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Alisson: Coutinho sold me on Liverpool 

Arsenal&nbsp;head coach Unai Emery believes Aaron Ramsey will deliver for the Premier League club despite uncertainty over his future. Ramsey is out of contract at the end of the season and talks over a new dealhave reportedly broken down&nbsp;. "I don't think the situation will affect his performances," he told reporters ahead of Arsenal's meeting with Watford on Saturday. <a href="http://www.goal.com/en/news/emery-confident-ramsey-will-give-his-best-despite/1uny1gkm8tyu41w6zj7419bl38" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal&nbsp;</a>

Emery confident Ramsey will give his best 

Liverpool&nbsp;summer signing Alisson Becker&nbsp;believes his £65 million (€72m/$84m) transfer fee is fully justified. "I appreciate some people think that it’s a crazy, absurd amount of money, I understand that, but what is more important for me is the expectation that is placed on me," he told&nbsp;The Guardian.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.goal.com/en/news/liverpool-goalkeeper-alisson-undaunted-by-65-million/1d4il2y9hsylg1pfgmeerywhau" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Alisson undaunted by £65m fee

Manchester City&nbsp;manager Pep&nbsp;Guardiola&nbsp;will push to keep captain Vincent Kompany at the club beyond the end of the current season. The&nbsp;Belgium&nbsp;international has recently celebrated 10 years at the Etihad Stadium but is out of contract in the summer, with talks over a new deal having&nbsp;yet to begin. "Yes, that is my wish,"&nbsp;Guardiola told the media&nbsp;when asked about whether he wanted to keep Kompany. "Ten years is a lot. It's incredible." <a href="http://www.goal.com/en/news/guardiola-wants-new-manchester-city-contract-kompany/f84xorqzlljb1cimljmgbxgaj" target="_blank">Read the full story here!</a>

Pep wants new contract for Kompany

Real Madrid are prepared to part with Karim Benzema during the January transfer window, according to <a href="https://www.diariogol.com/real-madrid/benzema-esta-en-la-calle-la-lista-de-florentino-perez-para-enero-tiene-ganador_579935_102.html" target="_blank">Diario Gol</a>. The French striker started the 2018-19 campaign in positive fashion, but his form has dropped off again and those at the Santiago Bernabeu want to offload him and bring in a younger alternative.

Real willing to sell Benzema 

Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui wants the club to sign Eden Hazard rather than Neymar, reports <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/noticia/detalle/120684/quiere-ir-real-madrid-chivato-avisa-florentino-perez-fichaje-galactico" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. The Blancos have been heavily linked with a raid on Paris Saint-Germain for a Brazilian star, but their boss would prefer to bring in a Belgian playmaker from Chelsea.

Lopetegui wants Hazard, not Neymar 

Benjamin Mendy's future at Manchester City is being called into question, claims <a href="http://www.espn.co.uk/football/manchester-city/story/3649927/manchester-citys-benjamin-mendy-facing-uncertain-future-after-pep-guardiola-row-sources" target="_blank">ESPN</a>. The French full-back has angered Pep Guardiola with his attitude, which has included returning to training late after attending the latest Anthony Joshua fight, and he could now be moved out of the Etihad Stadium.

Mendy facing uncertain Man City future 

Barcelona are starting to plan for life after Luis Suarez, with <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/noticia/detalle/120693/alerta-barca-relevo-luis-suarez-deja-tirado-messi" target="_blank">Don Balon</a> claiming that they already have a new leading striker lined up. The Liga giants are preparing to enter the chase for Genoa star&nbsp;Krzysztof Piatek, with the Pole having already been heavily linked with a switch to Inter.

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