Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Bale could become loan target for Arsenal

<a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1634151621-exclusiva-el-arsenal-listo-para-un-cambio-bale-lacazette-en-enero-si-gareth-se-baja-el-sueldo" target="_blank">Defensa Central</a> claims that Arsenal could look at putting a stunning loan deal in place for Gareth Bale. The Wales international boasts strong ties to the Gunners’ arch-rivals at Tottenham but, with Alexandre Lacazette edging towards the exits, he could be a short-term attacking solution for Mikel Arteta if an agreement can be reached with Real Madrid.

Bale could become loan target for Arsenal (Defensa Central)

Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the latest goal scorer registering on the recruitment radar of Real Madrid, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/everton-due-squadre-su-calvert-lewin-40762" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The England international is also said to be a target for Arsenal, but the Blancos are prepared to join the race for a highly-rated 24-year-old.

Real Madrid consider Calvert-Lewin bid (Calciomercato)

Paris Saint-Germain want to sign Sergio Aguero from Barcelona and are prepared to offer Mauro Icardi in exchange. <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/psg-fcbarcelona-intercanvi-aguero-icardi-messi_658220_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>&nbsp;reports Lionel Messi wants to reunite with his fellow Argentina striker in the French capital. Aguero moved to Barca to play alongside Messi and was devastated to see him leave soon after. Meanwhile, Icardi is not getting along with Messi at PSG and faces being forced out of the club.

PSG want Icardi-Aguero swap with Barcelona (El Nacional)

Messi wants Aguero to join him at Ligue 1 giants

<a href="https://www.wswanderersfc.com.au/news/mejias-signs-wanderers?j=383771&amp;sfmc_sub=76771931&amp;l=32_HTML&amp;u=8582189&amp;mid=7277320&amp;jb=1002">Western Sydney Wanderers FC have confirmed</a> the signing of goalkeeper Tomas Mejías. Mejias originally came up through the Real Madrid system before going on to play for&nbsp;Middlesbrough, Rayo Vallecano, Omonia and Dinamo Bucuresti. He most recently played in Turkey with&nbsp;Ankaraspor, featuring 17 times.

Former Real Madrid goalkeeper signs in Australia

MSV Duisberg have hired&nbsp;Hagen Schmidt as the club's new coach. <a href="https://www.msv-duisburg.de/aktuelles/artikel/msv-hagen-schmidt-wird-neuer-chef-trainer-cooler-verein-mit-viel-potenzial/">The club announced on Monday</a> that Schmidt has signed on, having previously coached at Borussia Mochengladbach's youth performance center. Club president Ingo Wald said: “Hagen Schmidt fulfills our requirement profile: stabilizing the team, developing it for the future, but above all playing successfully.&nbsp; "He absolutely convinced us in his analysis of the team, the situation and the way he could get out of it.&nbsp;With his enthusiasm, his straightforward approach, his precise demeanor and his expertise, he has the tools to get the required points."

Duisberg announce new coach

Johnny Russell says that Ryan Gauld has the talent to play in the Premier League. Gauld has shined since joining the Vancouver Whitecaps, and his fellow Scot Russell says he could someday play at England's top level. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/gauld-could-play-in-the-premier-league-fellow-scot-ruseell-backs-/16629htb0aoug103omxmgd5lwr">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Premier League not out of the question for Gauld'

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Nuri Sahin has announced his retirement from professional football 👋 La Liga 🏆 Bundesliga 🏆 KNVB Cup 🏆 DFB-Pokal 🏆 DFL-Supercup 🏆 <a href="https://t.co/5hwuuoPIRV">pic.twitter.com/5hwuuoPIRV</a> — Goal News (@GoalNews) <a href="https://twitter.com/GoalNews/status/1450176883270864899?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Sahin announced international retirement

Chelsea have taken Wrexham's&nbsp;16-year-old left-back Daniel Davies on a week-long trial amid a six-month-long aim to fill a gap in their academy. Davies has had trial offers from Liverpool, Brighton and Stoke City, and there would be no compensation required if Chelsea were to sign him. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/chelsea-take-wrexham-wonderkid-davies-on-trial-in-bid-to/1gqfgiva2dhyc1rpuzdyhe1ye2">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Chelsea take Wrexham wonderkid Davies on trial

Jules Kounde's agent is set to hold talks with Manchester United, accordign to <a href="https://elnacional.com.do/">El Nacional</a>. The Sevilla defender has been linked to Chelsea and Real Madrid, but sees a move to Old Trafford as the best place to earn playing time and further his development. Kounde's future fee could come closet to the one Man Utd paid to make Harry Maguire the most expensive defender ever upon his move from Leicester.

Kounde's agent to hold talks with Manchester United

Saint-Etienne are set to part ways with Claude Puel, reports <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/ligue-1/l-asse-et-puel-vers-un-divorce_AV-202110180424.html">RMC Sport</a>. The club is winless this season and are set to sack Puel in the near future. A crisis meeting has been held to determine what the next step should be for the club.

Saint-Etienne set to part ways with Puel

Kevin De Bruyne has urged team-mate Raheem Sterling to accept rotation and see the bigger picture at Manchester City. Sterling recently said he was open to leaving the club and, while De Bruyne can understand why, he hopes the winger can be convinced to stay. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/sterling-advised-by-de-bruyne-amid-manchester-city-exit/39cvyyk7mc861v6r1eey7pwbw">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Sterling advised by De Bruyne amid Manchester City exit rumours

Roberto Martinez, Steven Gerrard and Unai Emery are on Newcastle's shortlist as the club eyes a new manager. According to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/roberto-martinez-steven-gerrard-and-unai-emery-top-of-shortlist-for-newcastle-job-zkjcfpnl0">the Times</a>, the trio are among the candidates to replace Steve Bruce, who look set to leave the club upon the arrival of new ownership. Bruce is expected to stay with the club until a replacement is confirmed.

Martinez, Gerrard and Emery on Newcastle shortlist

Charlotte FC have signed Jordi Alcivar from Ecuadorian side LDU Quito, <a href="https://charlottefootballclub.com/charlotte-fc-signs-ecuadorian-midfielder-jordy-alcivar/">the club announced</a>. Alcivar, who has signed a four-year deal with the incoming MLS club, will finish the season in Ecuador before reporting to his new club in January. “We’re delighted to welcome Jordy to Charlotte FC as he becomes the 8th&nbsp;player in Club history. He brings balance to our midfield and can control the game with and without the ball at his feet,” said Charlotte FC Sporting Director, Zoran Krneta. “He comes from a well-respected league in South America and is very experienced for a player of his age. In Jordy, we add another player to our roster who has experience in big moments for club and country, and we look forward to getting him to Charlotte for preseason in January.

Charlotte sign Ecuadorian midfielder

Leeds and Newcastle have joined Burnley in the hunt for Chelsea playmaker Ross Barkley, claims <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/ross-barkley-transfer-news-chelsea-burnley-newcastle-leeds" target="_blank">90min</a>. The England international faces fierce competition for places at Stamford Bridge and could be on the move when the winter window swings open.

Leeds & Newcastle also keen on Barkley

Luka Jovic is now a top target for Arsenal heading towards the January transfer window, claims <a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1634489843-jovic-sigue-acumulando-pretendientes-el-arsenal-el-ultimo-en-interesarse-por-el" target="_blank">Defensa Central.</a> The Gunners are eager to get another striker onto their books and believe they can rekindle a spark in a frontman that has flopped badly at Real Madrid.

Arsenal very keen on Real flop Jovic

Liverpool are in the mix for Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski, reports <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/lewandowski-debate-tres-equipos-20211017.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>. The prolific Pole continues to see a move in 2022 mooted, with those at Anfield keeping a close eye on developments.

Liverpool in the mix for Lewandowski

Neymar is, according to <a href="https://www.uol.com.br/esporte/colunas/futebol-pelo-mundo/2021/10/17/exibicao-de-gala-levou-paz-a-neymar-apos-crise-de-bastidores-por-entrevista.htm" target="_blank">UOL</a>, fully committed to the Paris Saint-Germain contract he has signed through to 2025. Questions have been asked of the Brazilian’s future plans after he admitted that the 2022 World Cup could bring his international career to a close.

Neymar committed to PSG contract

Milan are still keen on signing Marseille midfielder&nbsp;Boubacar Kamara - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-tutta-la-verita-sul-colpo-a-zero-kamara-64858" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Rossoneri have been following the 21-year-old's development over the past few years, and could formalise their interest in 2022. Milan are looking at Kamara as a possible replacement for Franck Kessie, who has been strongly linked with a move away from San Siro.

Milan still keen on Marseille's Kamara 

William Saliba won't return to Arsenal early from his loan spell at Marseille - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/JulienMaynard/status/1449669383912148997?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1449669383912148997%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=http%3A%2F%2Fsportwitness.co.uk%2Fquestion-players-january-return-arsenal-dismissed-will-remain-end-season%2F" target="_blank">Telefoot</a>. The 20-year-old is contracted to spend the duration of the 2021-22 season at Stade Velodrome, but it has been suggested that the Gunners could bring him back in January. Saliba has impressed at Marseille so far, fueling rumours of a return to Emirates Stadium, but he will continue his development in France through to next summer.

Saliba won't return to Arsenal early 

Sampdoria midfielder&nbsp;Morten Thorsby is the subject of interest from Inter - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/l-inter-guarda-in-casa-samp-anche-thorsby-sotto-osservazione-23192" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The 25-year-old has less than two years left to run on his current contract, and talks over a renewal have stalled in recent weeks. Inter are now weighing up a January move for Thorsby, who could be made available for around €15 million (£13m/$17m) when the transfer window reopens.

Inter target Sampdoria's Thorsby

Lille are open to selling Portuguese midfielder Renato Sanches next year. The 24-year-old has been linked with Liverpool and Tottenham in the past, and the French giants are ready to sanction his departure if they receive a suitable offer. Lille&nbsp;president Olivier Letang has&nbsp;told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bfmtv.com/grand-lille/en-direct/" target="_blank">BFM&nbsp;Lille</a>: "I have already discussed this with him. “If an offer from a big club arrives, Renato will be able to leave. We will see what will happen."

Lille open to selling Renato Sanches

Chelsea could recall Billy Gilmour from Norwich six months early - according to <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1506952/Chelsea-transfer-news-Marina-Granovskaia-Billy-Gilmour-latest-SNT" target="_blank">The Daily Express</a>. The 20-year-old is taking in a season-long loan at Carrow Road, but the Blues may bring him back in January if he is not afforded more playing time in the coming weeks. Norwich manager Daniel Farke has said of Gilmour's recent absence from his starting XI: "There is no pressure (to play Gilmour). We are not here to develop players for other clubs, we are here to win points for this club."

Chelsea could recall Gilmour from Norwich

Barcelona will try to sign RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo once again in January - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>. The Spanish giants wanted to bring in the 23-year-old in the summer window, but a final deal never came to fruition. Olmo will be back on their agenda in the new year, though, with Barca eager to re-sign a man who began his career in their La Masia academy.

Barca to try again for Olmo in January

Liverpool are the latest side to express interest in Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, claims <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4496797/pogba-outtchouameni-in-man-united-midfielder-wanted-by-barcelona" target="_blank">ESPN</a>. The France international has already been linked with Chelsea and Manchester United, but the Reds are now joining the hunt for a talented 21-year-old.

Liverpool join the race for Tchouameni

According to <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/edu-can-save-arsenal-millions-21880647" target="_blank">football.london</a>, Sam Johnstone is one goalkeeping option that Arsenal could consider in 2022. The Gunners are expecting Bernd Leno to leave Emirates Stadium, with an England international West Brom one potential replacement that could be lined up.

Arsenal to target Johnstone?

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We're delighted to confirm the signing of Republic of Ireland international, Robbie Brady 📝— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth/status/1450010029222940676?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Brady joins Bournemouth

Flamengo want to arrange a cut-price permanent deal for Manchester United loanee Andreas Pereira - according to <a href="https://ge.globo.com/futebol/times/flamengo/noticia/com-preco-e-parcelas-definidas-em-contrato-flamengo-tem-pedro-e-gabigol-como-cases-para-baratear-andreas.ghtml?utm_source=Twitter&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_content=Esporte&amp;utm_campaign=globoesportecom" target="_blank">Globo Esporte</a>. The Brazilian club signed the 25-year-old on loan in the summer, and have the option to buy him outright for €20 million (£17m/$23m) at the end of the season. However, Flamengo are hoping to reduce that price as they believe there is room for negotiation with United in the current financial climate.

Flamengo want cut-price deal for Man Utd's Pereira 

West Ham and Southampton are both keen on signing Genk striker&nbsp;Paul Onuachu - according to <a href="https://www.sportmediaset.mediaset.it/" target="_blank">Sport Mediaset</a>. The Premier League pair could move for the 27-year-old in January, and he is ready to jump at the opportunity after expressing a desire to step up to a new level. Onuachu has already scored nine goals in just 10 outings in the Belgian Pro League for Genk this season.

West Ham & Southampton keen on Onuachu

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Manchester United are still backing Ole Gunnar Solskjær. They expect the situation to improve in the next weeks of course, not happy with last results &amp; team performances - but club still protecting the manager. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> More here: <a href="https://t.co/9qF49eMcI7">https://t.co/9qF49eMcI7</a> <a href="https://t.co/iiodnmRYVv">pic.twitter.com/iiodnmRYVv</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1449829889616535552?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Man Utd retain faith in Solskjaer

Juventus are planning multiple signings in midfield positions - according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2021/10/17-86280950/morata-vlahovic_tchouameni-witsel_ecco_come_si_sta_muovendo_la_juve" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. Monaco's&nbsp;Aurelien Tchouameni, Borussia Dortmund's Alex Witsel,&nbsp;Borussia Monchengladbach's&nbsp;Denis Zakaria and Ajax prospect&nbsp;Ryan Gravenberch are all on Juve's list in the middle of the park. Fiorentina's Dusan Vlahovic is seen as a priority upfront, meanwhile, along with a permanent deal for Atletico Madrid loanee Alvaro Morata.

Juve planning midfield signings

Borussia Dortmund are interested in signing Andriy Lunin from Real Madrid,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/borussia-dortmund-interesa-andriy-lunin-20211017.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>&nbsp;claims. The German side are in the market for a young goalkeeper and see the 22-year-old as a good option.&nbsp;

Dortmund want Real Madrid goalkeeper Lunin

Chelsea fringe player Ross Barkley could escape Stamford Bridge for a January move to Burnley, claims the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16445933/chelsea-ross-barkley-burnley-transfer/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. The deal would likely be a loan rather than a permanent signing, but it would still allow Barkley to prove himself ahead of next summer&nbsp;when a long-term exit option may be more likely present itself.

Barkley on Burnley radar

Inter are the latest team to show interest in Luka Jovic, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/10/17/calciomercato-inter-jovic-real-madrid-lazio-inzaghi/" target="_blank">Calciomercato.it</a>. The striker was recently linked with a move to Arsenal, but the Nerazzurri are hopeful of getting him on loan with an option to buy from Real Madrid.

Inter to battle Arsenal for Jovic

Ebrima Darboe has reached an agreement with Roma over a new contract,&nbsp;<a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2021/10/16/roma-darboe-rinnovo-news" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a>&nbsp;in Italy claims. The Serie A side will soon confirm a five-year deal for the young star.

Darboe agrees new Roma deal

Juventus are in talks with Atletico Madrid to lower the fee they will have to pay to sign Alvaro Morata on a permanent basis, says&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2021/10/17-86280950/morata-vlahovic_tchouameni-witsel_ecco_come_si_sta_muovendo_la_juve" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. The Serie A side currently have a deal to pay €35 million if they want to keep the striker, but they hope to lower that price in case they fail to land&nbsp;Dusan&nbsp;Vlahovic from Fiorentina.

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