Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Jardim considered for Real Madrid job

Former Monaco manager Leonardo Jardim, who was replaced by Thierry Henry in October, could be set to take on&nbsp;the manager's job at Real Madrid, <a href="http://www.espn.co.uk/soccer/real-madrid/story/3691117/real-madrid-consider-leonardo-jardim-as-julen-lopetegui-replacement-source" target="_blank">ESPN report.</a> The article states that Jardim is one of a number of managers under consideration for the top job at the Bernabeu, including Antonio Conte, Roberto Martinez and Mauricio Pochettino. During his time with Monaco, Jardim guided a young side to the Ligue 1 title and the Champions League semi-finals&nbsp;in 2016/17.

Real Madrid mulling over Jardim appointment

Manchester United and Barcelona are ready to move in for Benfica midfielder&nbsp;Ronaldo&nbsp;Camara, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-nos/benfica/detalhe/aguia-pode-perder-ronaldo-camara?ref=HP_DestaquesPrincipais" target="_blank">Record</a>. The two clubs have been watching the 15-year-old closely and are anxious to snap him up before interest&nbsp;heats up.

Man Utd & Barca ready to battle for Ronaldo

Interest growing in 15-year-old Benfica starlet

Medhi Benatia has opened the door to the possibility of leaving Juventus in the January transfer market and Manchester United have emerged as the frontrunners for his signature. According to <a href="http://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2018/11/05-49609720/pogba_alex_sandro_e_gli_altri_juve-united_asse_di_mercato/">Tuttosport</a>, Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho wants to bring in an experienced centre-back to marshall&nbsp;his back four after shipping 18 goals already this season and the 31-year-old fits the bill nicely. Benatia joined Juve on loan in 2016 before making the deal permanent a year later and has 58 appearances&nbsp;under his belt for the club in total. He is now seeking more regular playing time elsewhere&nbsp;and United may be the ideal destination for the Morrocan defender.

Man United lead chase for Benatia

Luka Modric has been linked with a move to Inter in recent months, but it appears the Real Madrid star has drawn attention from another Italian powerhouse. According to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/noticia/detalle/131477/modric-tiene-oferta-millonaria-dejar-tirado-florentino-perez-real-madrid">Don Balon</a>, Juventus are interested in signing the Croatian in a bid to fortify the midfield and make a real challenge during Cristiano Ronaldo's time with the club. Modric, who is said to have offers from the Premier League and MLS as well, could also be joined by Zinedine Zidane and Marcelo with the two also linked with the Italian champions.

Modric linked with stunning move to Juventus

Midfielder rumoured to be on the move to Serie A

With Philippe Coutinho having returned to Inter with Barcelona on Tuesday, Goal has taken a look at the biggest transfer mistakes made by the San Siro outfit. They have let some considerable talent slip through their net down the years. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/coutinho-cannavaro-pirlo-inters-craziest-ever-sales/1tyspv1ff4tht1fnruvnojtu16" target="_blank">Check out the full list here.</a>

Coutinho, Pirlo & Inter's stupidest sales

Manchester City's Lukas Nmecha has drawn interest from Bournemouth, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/7675287/man-city-starlet-lukas-nmecha-wanted-by-bournemouth-boss-eddie-howe-after-scouting-him-during-preston-loan/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1541528775">the Sun</a>. The forward is currently on a season-long loan, but has yet to score for the Championship. The loan is Nmecha's first away from Man City with the forward impressing Eddie Howe during his time with the England U-21s.&nbsp;

Bournemouth after Man City starlet Nmecha

Following recent reports linking Aresene Wenger to AC Milan, the former Arsenal boss has come out to refute the rumours. Calling the speculation '"fake news", Wenger denied that he's been in negotiations to replace the under-fire Gennaro Guttuso. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/fake-news-wenger-denies-ac-milan-negotiations/1s3gmubmrbwyz1s29es1rpiefg">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Wenger calls AC Milan links 'fake news'

Juventus appear ready to spend big as the club is eyeing Jadon Sancho, Anthony Martial and Moussa Dembele, according to <a href="http://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2018/11/06-49647792/juve_colpi_a_zero_rabiot_e_dembl/">Tuttosport</a>. Sancho has rapidly become one of the more talked about players in Europe as he has broken thrrough in a big way with Borussia Dortmund. Martial and Dembele, meanwhile, are intriguing options due to their contract situations as both are set to see deals expire this summer, although Martial still has one option year left with Manchester United.&nbsp;

Juve eye Sancho, Martial and Dembele

Danny Welbeck is a target of Crystal Palace as the club looks to seal a deal in January according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/7675482/arsenal-star-danny-welbeck-wanted-by-goal-shy-crystal-palace-in-10m-january-deal/">the Sun</a>. The Arseanl forward is out of contract at the end of the season and has yet to be offered a new deal by the Gunners. Palace, meanwhile, could certainly use a boost in the goalscoring department and Roy Hodgson has experience with Welbeck dating back to his tenure as England boss.&nbsp;

Palace pushing for Welbeck deal in January

West Ham's Issa Diop&nbsp;joked that he may need to check with his agent amid rumours linking him to Paris Saint-Germain. The Frenchman joined the Premier League club this summer for a record fee and has made 12 appearances thus far. Now, though, he's being linked with a major move to PSG, and the defender insists he's unaware but intrigued. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/i-need-to-check-with-my-agent-diop-intrigued-by-talk-of-50m/1dxcq5lerxdqs1uoudrgsazf5u">Read the full story on Goal</a>!

Diop responds to reports of £50m PSG move

The LA Galaxy have&nbsp;fired vice president of soccer operations Peter Vagenas&nbsp;after a second straight season missing the playoffs.&nbsp; "The club has made the decision to part ways with Pete Vagenas," Galaxy president Chris Klein said in a statement. "After the last two seasons, we felt this move was in the best interest of the LA Galaxy going forward." Vagenas&nbsp;was named the Galaxy's general manager in 2016 before taking on his new role at the end of the 2017 season.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Galaxy fire VP of soccer operations Vagenas

West Ham and Watford are eyeing a move for RB Leipzig midfielder Diego Demme, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/rb-lipsia-due-club-si-muovo-per-demme-77060" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.&nbsp; The 26-year-old holding midfielder has impressed for the Bundesliga side, earning a call-up to the German national team last year. Demme&nbsp;has made more than 150 appearances for Leipzig since a 2014 move from Paderborn.&nbsp;

Watford and West Ham want Demme

Manchester City are keeping an eye on Crystal Palace right-back&nbsp;Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/aaron-wan-bissaka-man-city-13544314" target="_blank">Mirror</a>.&nbsp; The 20-year-old has broken through to become a regular for Palace this season after making his debut in February.&nbsp; Everton are also keeping tabs on&nbsp;Wan-Bissaka, who has a contract at Selhurst Park through 2022.&nbsp;

Man City eyeing Palace defender Wan-Bissaka

AC Milan are&nbsp;planning a January move for Manchester United defender Eric Bailly, reports <a href="http://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/3690506/manchester-uniteds-eric-bailly-an-ac-milan-january-target-sources" target="_blank">ESPN FC.</a> The 24-year-old has fallen out of favour at Old Trafford, having not made an appearance for United since early October.&nbsp; Bailly's contract is set to expire at the end of next season, and discussions over a renewal have not yet begun.&nbsp;

Milan target Bailly in January

Paul Pogba has been told that “Italian football suits him”, with former Manchester United star Jaap Stam not surprised to have seen talk of a potential return to Juventus surface. The Dutchman told Il Bianconero: “A possible return to Juventus? I have no idea if he’s happy at Manchester United but I’m sure he would be good at Juventus. Italian football suits him.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/italian-football-suits-pogba-second-man-utd-to-juventus/16k0o5rbb16f51fftbr0zjw9lk" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Pogba more suited to Juventus than Man Utd’

Barcelona defender Jordi Alba has seen his house broken into while on Champions League duty in Milan, reports <a href="https://www.lavanguardia.com/deportes/futbol/20181106/452776699375/mossos-desquadra-jordi-alba-barcelona-robo.html" target="_blank">La Vanguardia</a>. The Spain international is preparing to face Inter in European competition, but Catalan police are set to launch an investigation into a burglary at his home address.

Barca star Alba robbed while in Milan

Despite making €250 million (£218m/$285m) a year less than Manchester United, Serie A champions Juventus have consistently outperformed their English rivals in the transfer market. How have they done that? <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/how-juventus-have-put-manchester-united-to-shame-over-the/12akvfx47z1r61rmrb2y5y1xsg" target="_blank">Goal takes a look right here</a>.

Juve's spending lesson to Man Utd

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">Wolves are pleased to confirm that Ryan Giles has committed his future to the club, signing a new four-year contract. Congratulations, <a href="https://twitter.com/ryangiles7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ryangiles7</a>. 👐🖋️<a href="https://t.co/nFdgeCzM3V">https://t.co/nFdgeCzM3V</a>— Wolves (@Wolves) <a href="https://twitter.com/Wolves/status/1059809237277130754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 6, 2018</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Wolves youngster pens fresh terms

AC Milan striker Andre Silva has expressed his regret following his loan move to Sevilla during the summer transfer window, inistsing that he would have prefered to remain at the San Siro. The 23-year-old has scored seven goals in his first 14 games in La Liga and he still harbours ambitions to become one of Europe's most deadly strikers in the coming years. "I am working to become the best striker in the World," Silva stated. "I didn't want&nbsp;to leave&nbsp;AC Milan, I wanted to play.&nbsp;I wanted to have opportunities and be the André that I always was. "But&nbsp;I definitely needed more game time. I had many&nbsp;options but&nbsp;in the end I said yes&nbsp;to Sevilla. Now I am here and I feel&nbsp;I've done the best possible choice." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/i-never-wanted-to-leave-ac-milan-silva-regrets-loan-switch/i7twkr25lbrr1uf8ecj6iuyfm">Read the full story on Goal</a>.

Andre Silva insists he never wanted to leave AC Milan

According to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/real-madrid/real-madrid-roba-exequiel-palacios-barcelona-7130746">Diario Sport</a>, Real Madrid have a verbal agreement in place with River Plate for the transfer of&nbsp;Exequiel Palacios, with the deal set to be completed in 2019. The 20-year-old midfielder will sign a five-year contract at the Santiago Bernabeu and will cost the European champions €15m (£13m, $17m). Palacios has already earned two caps at international level with Argentina and was also a reported target for Barcelona and Atletico&nbsp;Madrid.

Real Madrid agree deal to sign Palacios from River Plate

According to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/noticia/detalle/131494/si-mourinho-hace-locura-100-millones-llevarse-galactico-real-madrid">Don Balon</a>, Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale is high on Manchester United's list of potential signings next summer and they may be able to acquire him for a cut-price fee. The Welshman's market value has dropped recently and by the end of the season, he could be worth around €80m ($91m, £70m), with Madrid officials ready to acknowledge&nbsp;that they made a mistake in thinking he could fill the gap in the squad left by Cristiano Ronaldo's departure to Juventus. Bale has between now and the end of the current campaign to turn things around in Spain, but United are poised to prepare a bid for the 29-year-old if his situation&nbsp;fails to improve.

Bale is a primary target for Manchester United in 2019

Tottenham goalkeeper Michel Vorm has told <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/2766458/we-moeten-psv-pakken?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic" target="_blank">De Telegraaf</a>&nbsp;that&nbsp;he may look to leave the club when his contract expires at the end of this season and has admitted that sitting on the bench is 'boring'. Mauricio Pochettino is weighing up whether to play either Vorm or fellow Spurs goalkeeper&nbsp;Paulo Gazzaniga in their Champions League clash with PSV on Tuesday, with Hugo Lloris suspended. Vorm, though, says there's a chance he may be on the move at the end of this season. "I think I have a few good years for myself. My contract expires after this season, then we'll see how it goes. I feel very good. Now I have to make sure that I stay fit. It's always boring to sit on the bench or in the stands."

Vorm 'bored' at Spurs and may seek exit

Liverpool midfielder Fabinho has admitted that he's 'not totally settled' at Anfield yet, but says he feels he's now on 'the right path'. The Brazil international has started three consecutive matches for the Reds and could be in line for a fourth when Jurgen Klopp's side take on Red Star Belgrade this evening. "I'm not totally settled just yet,"&nbsp;Fabinho said. "I'm still adapting to here but I believe that I'm now used to the football style, especially when it comes to the intensity of the game which is really different from the league that I came from." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/im-not-totally-settled-at-liverpool-fabinho/1ewx4kg9m55oj1i2m0ng6dlkje" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal.</a>

Fabinho still adjusting to life at Liverpool

Juventus are eyeing up a move for Ajax defender Matthijs De Ligt, with Medhi Benatia looking increasigly likely to leave the club, according to <a href="http://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2018/11/06-49649009/juventus_da_benatia_arriva_lassist_per_de_ligt/" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. De Ligt has been linked with a number of top club's from across Europe, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-city-barcelona-battle-for-ajax-pair-de-jong-de-ligt/1fqf0tae7ai8o1hsp2anp2xper" target="_blank">including the likes of Manchester City and Barcelona</a>, but it appears Juventus are also keeping a close eye on his development. Moroccan defender Benatia has refused to play down reports linking him with a move away from Turin in January and it seems Juventus may well have their eyes firmly set on his replacement already.

Juventus consider De Ligt as Benatia replacement

Barcelona are set to advance on their interest in David Luiz and make a move for the Chelsea defender in January, as claimed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20181106/452758159951/fc-barcelona-barca-david-luiz.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The Catalan side need a defender to improve their backline and hope to bring in someone with experience. David Luiz has emerged as an ideal candidate due to his exploits with the Blues and Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian's contract expires at the end of the season and he is not interested in renewing, so Barca could move in to pick him up for a bargain in January instead of having to wait.

David Luiz to join Barcelona in January?

Ryan Christie is on the verge of signing a new contract with Celtic, his dad says. The 23-year-old winger's deal runs out at the end of the season, but he has made a big impact for Brendan Rodgers' side and has earned a new offer from the club. "The talks about a new contract have been positive," the player's father told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3448130/celtic-ryan-christie-deal-brendan-rodgers/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>.&nbsp;"All things being well, it will be done soon. I think the manager is going to speak to Ryan one-to-one this week."

Christie to sign new Celtic contract

Barcelona will offer Jordi Alba a contract extension to warn off potential suitors, <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/valverde-quiere-renovacion-jordi-alba-7130022" target="_blank">Sport</a>&nbsp;reports. The left-back has been a pivotal player under Ernesto Valverde, but is only tied to the club until 2020. The Spain international is being tracked by clubs in the Premier League, but he is happy at Camp Nou and expects to commit to a new deal.

Barcelona to renew Alba contract

Everton are weighing up a move for Nordsjaellend attacker Godsway Donyoh, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/7663539/everton-transfer-news-godsway-donyoh-nordsjaelland/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The former Manchester City striker has been a big hit in Denmark since joining in 2016, maintaining his good form this term. Leicester and Bournemouth are already tracking the 24-year-old, but Everton could nip in to snap him up.

Everton eye ex-Man City striker

According to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/noticia/detalle/131481/bombazo-barca-apalabra-fichaje-jugador-liga-si-malcom-va-enero">Don Balon</a>, Barcelona will target Sevilla winger Pablo Sarabia if Malcom&nbsp;ends up leaving the Camp Nou in January. The Brazilian starlet joined the Spanish champions in the summer from Bordeaux for €41m (£36m, $47m), but has only managed to feature twice in La Liga for Ernesto Valverde's side and is already being linked with a move away from the club. Sarabia has a release clause of €18m (£16m, $21m) and has yet to sign an extension on his current deal with Sevilla, which could open the door for Barcelona to swoop for his signature&nbsp;in the new year.

Barcelona line up Sarabia to replace Malcom

The 21-year-old signed a new contract with Bayer Leverkusen in August, despite speculation linking him with a Premier League switch. Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea all expressed an interest in Bailey, but he will now remain in the Bundesliga until 2023. According to <a href="https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/bailey-chelsea-transfer-liverpool-united-15374721">Football London</a>, the Jamaican winger addressed those rumours on Tuesday, stating: "Manchester United, City, Chelsea, Liverpool - a lot of clubs were interested. "But the most important thing as a pro is taking things a step at a time and not rushing to the top too quickly. Because once you get there, where do you go next?"

Leon Bailey reveals why he rejected Man United & Liverpool

According to&nbsp;<a href="https://as.com/futbol/2018/11/05/primera/1541452571_075698.html">AS</a>,&nbsp;Villarreal left-back Alfonso Pedraza is the subject of interest from Real Madrid, who believe he has the potential to become a world-class winger. The 22-year-old starlet's natural position is as a left-winger, but he has been filling in at full-back for&nbsp;El Submarino Amarillo at the start of the 2018-19 season. Pedraza has a €22m (£19m, $25) buy-out clause in his current contract, which Madrid may be prepared to meet during the January transfer window.&nbsp;

Real Madrid monitoring Villarreal winger Pedraza

Josh Maja is set to sign a new deal with Sunderland following a hot start to the League 1 campaign, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/11545611/sunderland-close-to-agreeing-new-contract-for-josh-maja">Sky Sports.</a> Maja has nine goals in 13 starts for the club with his current deal set to expire in the summer. Premier League and Championship clubs are said to be interested in the 19-year-old striker and Sunderland are looking to be proactive in keeping him on board.

Maja set for new deal with Sunderland

Mauro Icardi is preparing for a move to Real Madrid and could be ready to leave Inter as soon as January, according to <a href="https://www.abc.es/deportes/real-madrid/abci-icardi-espera-madrid-201811042334_noticia.html">ABC</a>. The Inter striker believes now is the right time to jump at a chance to join one of the world's elite and, at 25 years old, he feels this is the best chance. Inter has offered Icardi a new contract running through 2023, but the forward has not signed as he waits for Real Madrid to make a move.&nbsp;

Icardi preparing for Real Madrid move

The Argentine has his eye on a transfer to Spain

Mauricio Pochettino remains committed tot Tottenham despite reported interest from Real Madrid, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/7666684/mauricio-pochettino-real-madrid-forget-deal-because-staying-tottenham-hotspur/">the Sun</a>. The uncertainty at Real Madrid and the constant disruption from those behind the scenes are said to have put Pochettino off regarding a potential move. Real Madrid could return form the Tottenham boss at the end of the season, but the manager's current focus is an upcming CHampions League clash with PSV Eindhoven.&nbsp;

Pochettino committed to Tottenham despite Real Madrid pursuit

Raheem Sterling is set to sign a new deal with Manchester City, and Jamie Carragher says the English star says it is fully deserved. The former Liverpool defender says the winger has earned a major deal as his contributions compare favorably with some of the world's elite. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-city-star-sterling-deserves-everything-he-gets-carragher/1szkckv5appfk1rwvidv30odm8">Read the full story on Goal.</a>

Carragher: Sterling ‘deserves everything he gets’ as new deal looms

Manchester City have made a move towards signing Nicholas Pepe by reaching out to French side Lille, according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/manchester-city-bid-for-lilles-nicolas-pepe-5tkbr739x">the Times</a>. The Ivory Coast attacker was the subject of a late bid from Lyon towards the end of the transfer window, but Lille were resolute and held onto their attacking star. Pepe has scored eight goals in 12 matches this season, leading the club to its current standing as second in Ligue 1.&nbsp;

Manchester City reach out to Lille over Pepe move

City Football Group appear set to add another club to their portfolio with a deal to acquire a Chinese team, according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-6356109/Manchester-City-closing-deal-add-Chinese-club-portfolio.html">the Daily Mail</a>. Manchester City's ownership group is targeting a club in the lower divisions with a team in&nbsp;Chengdu the focus. There are currently six&nbsp;clubs under the group's umbrella as either full owners or part owners: Australia's Melbourne City, Uruguay's Club Atletico Torque, Spanish club&nbsp;Girona, Japan's&nbsp;Yokohama F Marinos, U.S. side New York City FC and, of course, Premier League champions Manchester City.&nbsp;

City Football Group closing in on deal to buy Chinese club

Mark Hughes is in danger of being sacked, according to the <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1041314/Southampton-EXCLUSIVE-Mark-Hughes-could-be-sacked-Saturday">Express</a>. Southampton currently sit&nbsp;16th and this past weekend's 6-1 loss to Manchester City did little to alleviate pressure on Hughes, who could be sacked on Saturday if the club&nbsp;falls to Watford. Sam Allardyce,&nbsp;David Moyes, Gordan Strachan and Leonardo Jardim have been named as potential replacements should the club opt to move on.

Hughes could be sacked by Southampton on Saturday

Bacary Sagna is looking to stay with the Montreal Impact through the next MLS season after signing with the club in August. The former Arsenal defender&nbsp;made nine starts for the club and has an option for 2019. “I want to stay here,” Sagna said, according to <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2018/11/05/roster-decisions-loom-montreal-after-narrowly-missing-playoffs">MLSSoccer.com</a>. “[Montreal] is a city I like and a club that I already love. I’m ready. I gave everything to give my best for the team, and I will in the future.” Rod Fanni, a 15-year Ligue 1 veteran, is also looking to extend his stay with the club as part of a 2019 option.&nbsp;

Former Arsenal defender Sagna hoping for Impact stay

Real Madrid&nbsp;are set for a new deal with Adidas that would bring the club&nbsp;€1.1 billion ($1.26 billion) over 10 years, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2018/11/05/5bdf668fca474187598b4572.html">Marca</a>.&nbsp; The deal would be the most expensive in world football, and the figure could rise to&nbsp;€150 million ($171 million)&nbsp;per year. Real Madrid's relationship with Adidas goes back to 1998 and the new deal would more than double the money brought in by the club under the current contract with the sportswear company.&nbsp;

Real Madrid set to sign massive deal with Adidas

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