Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Madrid & Liverpool hover as Mbappe stalls on PSG renewal

Paris Saint-Germain's contract talks with Kylian Mbappe are currently "complicated", according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/La-prolongation-de-kylian-mbappe-au-psg-une-priorite-compliquee-pour-leonardo/1187608" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>. Money is not the issue for the World Cup winner - he is concerned about the overall viability of the PSG project. Real Madrid and Liverpool are following developments.

Madrid & Liverpool hover as Mbappe stalls on PSG renewal

Mbappe's PSG contract extension 'complicated'

Real Madrid will only offer Sergio Ramos a one-year contract extension, reports <a href="https://as.com/" target="_blank">Diario AS</a>.&nbsp; The 34-year-old's current contract expires in 2021 and it's believed he wants a two-year deal to remain with Los Blancos.&nbsp; Discussions over a new deal are expected to ramp up in January.&nbsp;

Ramos at Real Madrid crossroads

The Spaniard might look elsewhere for more security

RB Leipzig boss&nbsp;Julian Nagelsmann is on Manchester City's radar should Pep Guardiola decide against re-signing, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8878077/Pep-Guardiola-make-firm-decision-Manchester-City-future-soon.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.&nbsp; Former Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino is another name City would consider as Guardiola's replacement.&nbsp; City still prefer to keep Guardiola beyond this season but doubts are beginning to emerge over whether the Spaniard is&nbsp;keen to stick around any longer.&nbsp;

Nagelsmann on Man City's radar

The young German coach has turned heads in the Bundesliga

Barcelona&nbsp;president Josep Maria Bartomeu claims he knew he would be criticised for refusing to let Lionel Messi leave this summer, but says that it was in the best interests of the club to keep the Argentine at the Camp Nou for at least one more year. Bartomeu insists that the Argentine's&nbsp;departure was something he simply couldn't allow to happen, as it was in the club's best interests to make sure their captain stays on. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/we-knew-wed-be-criticised-bartomeu-explains-why-he-had-to/gekmb8jd9dug1t0kpzwkktm1w" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Bartomeu explains why he had to keep Messi at Barca

Former Everton striker Oumar Niasse is expected to turn down an offer from Middlesbrough in favour of a move abroad, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/exclusive-oumar-niasse-reject-middlesbrough-interest" target="_blank">TeamTalk.</a> Niasse is currently a free agent after he was released by the Toffees at the end of last season. Middlesbrough's Championship rivals Derby have also shown interest in his services, but the 30-year-old is expected to snub their advances with offers from&nbsp;Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates on the table.

Niasse set to snub Boro interest

Inter&nbsp;striker Lautaro Martinez says&nbsp;he does not know what the future holds, but feels happy with the club despite being linked with a departure throughout the summer. The Argentinian star was heavily linked with Barcelona this summer&nbsp;as the club moved on from long-time striker Luis Suarez. However, a move never came to fruition, with Martinez remaining at Inter while Barca moved forward without a major addition at the striker position. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lautaro-doesnt-know-what-will-happen-tomorrow-as-former/bhixo1q1kza816i3u3iv5wxle" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Former Barca target Lautaro leaves door open for Inter exit

Toni Kroos says he has had offers to leave&nbsp;Real Madrid&nbsp;but turned them down as he intends to see out his playing days at the Santiago Bernabeu. There has been some speculation in recent months linking Kroos with a move back to Germany&nbsp;to see out the final few years of his playing career. However,&nbsp;the midfielder&nbsp;is not interested in a return home just yet and plans to remain in the Spanish capital until retirement. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/kroos-reveals-transfer-offers-but-intends-to-retire-at-real/1j69fkdkbfqfe180t12jzs9jwk" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Kroos reveals multiple offers to leave Real Madrid

Reports linking&nbsp;Schalke defender Ozan Kabak with a move to Liverpool has led to some "head scratching" inside the Anfield club, according to the <a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-defender-january-transfer-news-19162850" target="_blank">Liverpool Echo.</a> The Reds have been linked with a number of defenders following Virgil van Dijk's season-ending knee injury, including 20-year-old Turkey international Kabak. However, the&nbsp;Merseysiders are not currently interested in the player and suspect the rumours are the work of an over-eager agent.

Liverpool puzzled by Kabak links

NWSL expansion side Racing Louisville have announced&nbsp;Savannah McCaskill and Yuki Nagasato as the club's first new signings. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> For the first time, we're proud to say... ⚜️ WELCOME! ⚜️<a href="https://twitter.com/smccaskill_21?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@smccaskill_21</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Yuki_Ogimi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Yuki_Ogimi</a> are Louisville-bound as our first players thanks to a trade deal with the Chicago Red Stars: <a href="https://t.co/HMcHmFWSV6">https://t.co/HMcHmFWSV6</a> <a href="https://t.co/tVtrztWfm5">pic.twitter.com/tVtrztWfm5</a> — Racing Louisville FC (@RacingLouFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/RacingLouFC/status/1320711783137509377?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Louisville make first two signings

Former&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;adviser Arieda Braida says that the club never had any intention of signing Paul Pogba or Erling Haaland. Braida detailed his messy exit from the club, and he says that higher-ups never listened to his suggestions to sign players like the&nbsp;Borussia Dortmund star. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/barca-had-no-intention-of-signing-pogba-or-haaland-former/1rkt0z2clck1w11k10uluuxebg">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Barca had no intention of signing Pogba or Haaland'

The LA Galaxy are not expected to pay the $20 million (£15.4m)&nbsp;fee to sign Argentinian international Cristian Pavon permanently, says <a href="https://www.tycsports.com/boca-juniors/cristian-pavon-boca-los-angeles-galaxy-mls--id278600.html">TyC Sports</a>. Pavon is currently on loan with the MLS club, where he has been one of the team's better performers. The winger could return to Boca at the end of the MLS season, giving the club a big-time reinforcement for the Copa Libertadores.&nbsp;

Galaxy not expecting to permanently sign Pavon

Ex-Manchester City defender Micah Richards says that his former club is one of several missing out on a potential goal contributor by not signing Daniel Sturridge. The former Liverpool forward is currently a free agent, having seen a stint at Turkish side Trabzonspor cut short. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/man-city-missing-a-trick-by-not-signing-sturridge-says/1cf9rzcpq15rh1kt86xa3cm5an">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Man City missing a trick by not signing Sturridge'

FC Cincinnati's Brandon Vazquez has signed a new multi-year deal, reports <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/10/26/source-fc-cincinnati-forward-brandon-vazquez-agree-contract-extension-tom-bogert">MLSSoccer.com.</a> The 22-year-old forward has two goals and an assist in 673 minutes this season, with manager&nbsp;Jaap Stam starting him in six of the team's last nine matches.&nbsp; In total, the U.S. youth international&nbsp;has five goals and three assists in his MLS career, having previously played for Atlanta United.

FC Cincy's Vazquez set for new deal

Former Tottenham and Swansea goalkeeper Michael Vorm has announced his retirement from football at the age of 37. The Dutchman, who left Spurs at the end of last season, was part of the Swans&nbsp;side that won the EFL Cup in 2013. He also earned 15 international caps and was part of the Netherlands squad that finished third at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. <blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CGz3fznAjs_/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="12" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:16px;"> <div style=" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;">&nbsp;</div> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;">&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CGz3fznAjs_/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;" target="_blank"><svg height="50px" version="1.1" viewBox="0 0 60 60" width="50px" xmlns="https://www.w3.org/2000/svg" xmlns:xlink="https://www.w3.org/1999/xlink"><g fill="none" fill-rule="evenodd" stroke="none" stroke-width="1"><g fill="#000000" transform="translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)"><g></g></g></g></svg></a></div> </div> </blockquote>

Vorm announces retirement

Charlton have re-signed defender Adam Matthews on a one-year deal. The 28-year-old left the club upon the expiry of his contract at the end of last season but has now returned to The Valley for&nbsp;another 12 months. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍️ Welcome back <a href="https://twitter.com/Adam2Matthews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Adam2Matthews</a>! The right-back returns to The Valley on a one-year deal. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cafc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#cafc</a> — Charlton Athletic FC (@CAFCofficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/CAFCofficial/status/1320757788688134146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Matthews returns to Charlton

Paul Pogba has branded reports of his imminent retirement from international football as "unacceptable fake news". Sources from the Middle East reported over the weekend that Pogba had decided to step down from his duties for&nbsp;France&nbsp;in the wake of comments from his country's president Emmanuel&nbsp;Macron following the murder of school teacher Samuel Partey. However, the Manchester United midfielder has taken to social media to dismiss those rumours. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/pogba-brands-reports-of-imminent-retirement-from/tj0phkyxy1vl1ntvurrj36um2" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Pogba dismisses international retirement rumours

Shkodran Mustafi has rejected the offer of a new contract at Arsenal and plans to leave the club at the end of the season, reports <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/shkodran-mustafi-rejects-contract-extension-19167130" target="_blank">Football.London.</a> The Germany international, who is out of contract at the end of the campaign, was&nbsp;a regular in the side under Mikel Arteta during the second half of last season&nbsp;before suffering a knee injury in July. The 28-year-old is now fit again and made his first appearance of the new campaign against Leicester on Sunday, but has informed the Gunners he has no intention of signing fresh terms and plans to leave on a free transfer next summer.

Mustafi rejects Arsenal deal

Slaven Bilic's future as West Brom boss&nbsp;is in doubt after the club sold&nbsp;defender Ahmed Hegazi behind his back, according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/slaven-bilic-west-brom-transfers-22906302" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. The Baggies let the Egypt&nbsp;international, who was the club's highest&nbsp;earner,&nbsp;join Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad on Sunday after receiving an offer in the region of £4 million ($5m). However, Bilic is far from happy after not being made aware of the transfer and is now considering his future, with the Croatian already&nbsp;frustrated with the club's transfer business over the summer.

Bilic considering Baggies future

Jack Wilshere would prefer to secure a move abroad instead of joining Rangers - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/major-update-on-rangers-signing-jack-wilshere/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The Scottish outfit are eager to bring in the ex-England international on a free transfer after seeing him leave West Ham earlier this month. However, Wilshere wants to continue his career at a foreign club, with a number of MLS clubs thought to be interested in his services.

Wilshere favours move abroad over Rangers challenge

Liverpool may not sign a replacement for injured talisman Virgil van Dijk in January. The Reds have been linked with moves for&nbsp;RB Leipzig's&nbsp;Dayot Upamecano&nbsp;and Schalke star&nbsp;Ozan Kabak after seeing Van Dijk sidelined with a cruciate ligament knee injury. However, the <a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-defender-january-transfer-news-19162850" target="_blank">Liverpool Echo</a> reports that&nbsp;Jurgen Klopp may resist the temptation to spend money on another defender, with Fabinho currently filling in alongside Joe Gomez at the back.

Liverpool may not sign Van Dijk replacement in January

Milan have identified Paris Saint-Germain striker Mauro Icardi as a transfer target - as <a href="https://www.abola.pt/nnh/2020-10-26/paris-saint-germain-milan-quer-juntar-icardi-a-ibrahimovic/865629" target="_blank">A Bola</a> reports. The Rossoneri want the Argentine to partner Zlatan Ibrahimovic upfront at San Siro next season. Icardi completed a permanent move to PSG from Inter over the summer, and is contracted to remain at Parc des Princes until 2024.

Milan target Icardi

Jose Mourinho wants to bring Barcelona midfielder Carles Alena to Tottenham - according to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/futbol/laliga/mourinho-pendiente-del-clasico-si-no-juega-ira-a-por-el-en-enero" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. The Spurs boss is prepared to offer the 22-year-old a way out of Camp Nou, having seen him struggle for regular playing time since graduating to the Blaugrana's senior squad. Alena spent the second half of the 2019-20 season on loan at Real Betis, and still has two years left to run on his current deal at Barca.

Mourinho wants to bring Alena to Tottenham

Gaetano Castrovilli is in line for a contract extension at Fiorentina - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/castrovilli-leader-della-fiorentina-il-rinnovo-pronto-e-quell-of-70363" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The 23-year-old is ready to commit his future to La Viola through to 2025, with his wages set to rise to €2 million per year. Castrovilli&nbsp;has scored four goals in his first five Serie A appearances for Fiorentina this season.

Castrovilli in line for Fiorentina extension

Hellas Verona centre-back&nbsp;Matteo Lovato is the subject of interest from Juventus - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-incantata-da-lovato-il-difensore-del-futuro-per-1-milione-a-18132" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Bianconeri are hoping to bring the 20-year-old in for a cut-price fee when the transfer window reopens. Lovato played the full 90 minutes of Verona's 1-1 draw with Juve at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday.

Juve interested in Verona defender Lovato

Isco has threatened his future at Real Madrid by hitting out at head coach Zinedine Zidane. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/isco-hits-out-zidane-real-madrid/dvno0pxqblbv1dtjmydrozsqr" target="_blank">Get the full story here...</a>

Isco hits out at Madrid boss Zidane

Out of favour with Antonio Conte, Christian Eriksen could leave Inter this January if a suitable offer is received, <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-eriksen-sulla-graticola-68016" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports. PSG are among the suitors for the Denmark international star.

Eriksen set for Inter exit

Sergio Ramos' contract with Real Madrid is up next summer but the centre-back and the club have not agreed fresh terms, according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/?omnil=mpal" target="_blank">AS</a>. The stumbling block is Madrid have a policy of offering veterans only one-year deals, but Ramos wants at least two. He is currently the club's best-paid player.

Real Madrid fighting to keep Ramos

Karim Benzema is open to a move to the Premier League if Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid next summer - according to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/futbol/laliga/karim-benzema-se-busca-equipo-si-llega-mbappe-y-apunta-a-la-premier" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. Mbappe is being tipped to complete a big-money switch to Santiago Bernabeu from Paris Saint-Germain in 2021, which could see Benzema lose his place in Zinedine Zidane's line up. The Frenchman could seek a transfer&nbsp;to England in that case, with Liverpool and Chelsea mooted as possible next destinations.

Benzema open to PL move if Mbappe joins Madrid

Arsenal are facing competition from Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar - according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/serie-a/juventus/calciomercato/2020/10/25-75372320/juve_la_pista_aouar_non_e_tramontata/" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. The Gunners tried to sign the 22-year-old in the summer transfer, and will reignite their interest when the market reopens in January. However, PSG and Juventus are also preparing to swoop for Aouar, who still has three years remaining on his current contract at Lyon.

Arsenal face competition from PSG & Juve for Aouar

Milan are making it a priority to extend Gianluigi Donnarumma's contract in the coming weeks - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/l-esordio-5-anni-fa-l-investitura-di-pioli-e-la-questione-rinnov-96708" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Rossoneri are eager to avoid losing a prized asset for free by letting his existing deal run down to next summer. Donnarumma, 21,&nbsp;has racked up 211 appearances for Milan to date, and established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in Europe in recent seasons.

Milan prioritising Donnarumma extension

Juventus and Barcelona are vying for Ajax midfielder&nbsp;Ryan Gravenberch - according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/serie-a/juventus/calciomercato/2020/10/25-75371925/juve-barc_a_duello_per_il_nuovo_pogba/" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. Both clubs are planning to launch bids for the 18-year-old at the end of the current season. Gravenberch provided an assist and produced an impressive all-round display during Ajax's stunning 13 win at VVV-Venlo at the weekend.

Juve & Barca vying for Gravenberch

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Melbourne Victory sign Butterfield

Torino are tipped to struggle to extend the contract of striker Andrea Belotti, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/belotti-troppo-grande-per-questo-toro-rinnovo-in-stallo-le-big-o-24601" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>.&nbsp; Belotti's current deal expires in 2022 and the player is yet to give the club any indication he's willing to re-sign.&nbsp; AC Milan and Tottenham have previously failed to secure a transfer for the Italy&nbsp;forward.&nbsp;

Torino facing battle to re-sign Belotti

Former Chelsea striker&nbsp;Tony Cascarino believes Liverpool should have tried to sign Crystal Palace star Wilfred Zaha over the summer. “I was surprised Liverpool didn’t go in for him [Zaha]&nbsp;but then they went for [Diogo]&nbsp;Jota and got him for £40 million and a younger player who has already stepped in," he told <a href="https://talksport.com/football/779102/crystal-palace-wilfried-zaha-champions-league-liverpool-tony-cascarino/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_campaign=talksportfacebook&amp;utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1603637578" target="_blank">talkSPORT</a>. "I thought Wilf could have played for Liverpool in the way they play. I thought he would have been superb in their set-up. He gave Trent Alexander-Arnold a real hard game at Palace one afternoon."

'Liverpool should've signed Zaha!'

Barcelona target Memphis Depay has reassured Lyon he remains focused after scoring in their 4-1 win over Monaco on Sunday.&nbsp; "I have always been focused on OL, even in the transfer window. My future is no excuse for not doing my job," Depay told Telefoot. "As a player, I always want to be my best and add something to the team."

Depay focused on Lyon

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ftfc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ftfc</a> can confirm that forward Ged Garner has joined National League North side <a href="https://twitter.com/GatesheadFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GatesheadFC</a> on loan 🤝 Everyone at the club wishes Ged all the best whilst on loan at The Gateshead International Stadium.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OnwardTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OnwardTogether</a> — Fleetwood Town FC (@ftfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/ftfc/status/1320427091800850435?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 25, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Garner leaves Fleetwood on loan

Juventus&nbsp;are in talks to renew Paulo Dybala's contract, but managing director Fabio Paratici revealed the club's coronavirus scare made negotiations difficult. Dybala has two years remaining on his existing deal in Turin but an extension has long been mooted, with the Bianconeri said to be discussing an agreement until 2025. But no clarity has been forthcoming in the opening weeks of the 2020-21 season. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/juventus-in-talks-with-dybala-over-contract-renewal-paratici/heyw6a53crd61uqhiwoo7kmq6" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Juventus in talks with Dybala over new contract

Defender&nbsp;Ahmed Hegazi is poised to leave West Brom for a loan move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad, reports <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11698/12114684/ahmed-hegazi-west-brom-defender-set-to-join-saudi-arabian-side-al-ittihad" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. Hegazi has made just one Premier League appearance&nbsp;for the Baggies this season and his proposed&nbsp;loan move comes with an obligation to buy.&nbsp;

Hegazi set to leave West Brom

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has ruled out a return to Tottenham and cast doubt on whether he'll re-sign at the Santiago Bernabeu. "I'm too old to go back to Spurs!&nbsp;I still have this year at Real Madrid and then we'll see what happens," Modric told FourFourTwo via <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/real-madrid/20201025/491134529/modric-real-madrid.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.&nbsp; "I feel good and I want to continue playing football for a few more years.&nbsp;Where?&nbsp;We'll see.&nbsp;To be honest, I haven't really thought about it much.&nbsp;I am focused on Madrid and the things we can achieve this season.&nbsp;That is my only goal."&nbsp;

Modric rules out Spurs return

The Croatian star's future is up in the air

Barcelona&nbsp;centre-back Samuel Umtiti has revealed he did consider leaving the club in recent months but is determined to secure a departure on better terms.&nbsp; After failing to win a trophy last season, it was a summer of upheaval at Camp Nou with Ronald Koeman coming in as coach and&nbsp;Lionel Messi sensationally requesting to leave.&nbsp; While Messi ultimately stayed put, Umtiti himself contemplated an exit with his former club&nbsp;Lyon&nbsp;circling.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/i-dont-want-to-leave-barcelona-like-this-umtiti-hoping-to/1njkaejbx859y1888hislsoyhk" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

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