Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd close in on Dembele move

Borussia Dortmund have rejected Manchester United's first official offer for Jadon Sancho, according to <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/bvb-transfer-news-united-mit-erstem-angebot-fuer-jadon-sancho-abgeblitzt/12085391/34372" target="_blank">Sky Germany.</a> The Red Devils bid €80 million (£73m/$94m) plus €20m (£18m/$23m) in possible add-ons for the England star, whom Dortmund have been adamant will stay at the club this season. Sancho and Man Utd have long had an agreement on a contract should Dortmund accept a bid for the winger.

Dortmund reject €80m Man Utd bid for Sancho

The offer could have gone as high as €100m with add-ons

Manchester United are closing in on a deal for Barcelona winger&nbsp;Ousmane Dembele, reports <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2020/09/29/primera/1601395556_455654.html?id_externo_rsoc=CM_ES_TW" target="_blank">AS</a>. Ronald Koeman wants to bring&nbsp;Memphis Depay to Camp Nou from Lyon, but the club must sell first before they can add the Dutch star. The Blaugrana are prepared to accept an offer between €50 million and €60m (£46m-£55m/$59m-$70m) for the 23-year-old.

Man Utd close in on Dembele move

Barca must sell the Frenchman to make room for Memphis Depay

Manchester United plan to step up their pursuit of Jadon Sancho with an official bid this week, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11667/12085300/jadon-sancho-manchester-united-expected-to-make-bid-for-borussia-dortmund-winger-this-week" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.&nbsp; Borussia Dortmund set a deadline of August 10 for a deal to be completed, but despite missing that cut United are still hopeful of landing the England international in the current window.

Man Utd to make official Sancho bid

Reds determined to land star despite Dortmund's reluctance

Juventus have joined the race for Lyon playmaker Houssem Aouar, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/mohamedbouhafsi/status/1310943582728204293" target="_blank">RMC Sport.</a> Arsenal had been leading that particular chase, but the Serie A champions have asked questions of what it would take to put a deal in place.

Juventus ask about Arsenal target Aouar

Manchester United are in talks regarding a deal for Edinson Cavani, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/DiMarzio/status/1310947620198723589" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>. The Red Devils remain in the hunt for another proven striker and could snap up the Uruguayan as a free agent as he is yet to find a new club after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. Another option available to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is Real Madrid outcast Luka Jovic, with tentative discussions also being held there.

Man Utd discussing Cavani deal

Red Devils still keen on Uruguayan striker 

Real Madrid are piecing together plans to lure Kylian Mbappe away from Paris Saint-Germain in 2021, claims <a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/liga/2020-2021/_sto7911758/story.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport</a>. The World Cup winner has long been linked with a move to the Blancos and efforts in Spain to put a deal in place will be stepped up next year - with the Frenchman only under contract at Parc des Princes through to 2022.

Real Madrid ready Mbappe approach for 2021

Bayern Munich are, according to <a href="https://www.sport1.de/transfermarkt/2020/09/fc-bayern-kommt-tariq-lamptey-von-brighton-als-rechtsverteidiger" target="_blank">Sport1</a>, mulling over a bid for Brighton defender Tariq Lamptey. The diminutive right-back has starred for the Seagulls since leaving Chelsea in January and is now registering on the radar of the Bundesliga and Champions League title holders.

Bayern Munich mulling over Lamptey bid

Any deal for Ismaila Sarr is set to cost Manchester United £45 million, claims <a href="https://talksport.com/football/720477/man-utd-transfer-news-live-jadon-sancho-ismaila-sarr-stats-pereira-lazio-smalling-roma-alex-telles/" target="_blank">talkSPORT.</a> The Red Devils remain in the market for another winger and are considering a raid on Watford for a Senegal international.

Sarr to cost Man Utd £45m

Tottenham have identified Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger as a potential transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11661/12084753/antonio-rudiger-tottenham-interested-in-chelsea-defender" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The 27-year-old is eager to leave Stamford Bridge after falling behind&nbsp;Kurt Zouma, Andreas Christensen, Fikayo Tomori&nbsp;and&nbsp;Thiago Silva in the squad pecking order. Spurs are considering making a move for Rudiger, but Chelsea have no intention of selling the centre-back to a main Premier League rival.

Tottenham eyeing Chelsea's Rudiger 

Spurs consider move for Germany international

Manchester United have opened talks with Porto regarding Alex Telles, claims <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/54337415" target="_blank">BBC Sport</a>. The Red Devils have made the 27-year-old full-back a top target and are now discussing an £18 million ($23m) deal.

Man Utd open Telles transfer talks

Red Devils discussing £18m deal for defender

Barcelona rejected Manchester United's £136 million (€150m/$175m) bid for Ansu Fati before the wonderkid signed a new contract at Camp Nou. According to <a href="https://twitter.com/totcosta/status/1310638785646989315" target="_blank">Catalunya Radio</a>, the Red Devils saw their offer turned down before proposing to activate the 17-year-old's £154m (€170m/$198m) release clause. However, the Blaugrana told Man Utd that Fati's release clause had already risen to £363m (€400m/$467m) with his new contract.

Barca turned down Man Utd's mammoth Fati bid

Ruben Dias has completed a £62 million ($79m) move to&nbsp;Manchester City, signing a six-year deal after having impressed with Portuguese giants&nbsp;Benfica. Nicolas Otamendi&nbsp;has also completed a move in the opposite direction to Benfica&nbsp;in a deal worth £14m ($17m). Dias, 23, who could cost a further £3.3m with add-ons, says he cannot wait to work with City boss Pep Guardiola, a man he believes can improve his all-round game. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/dias-says-he-could-not-turn-down-man-city-after-completing/ekybqla2v767176rwkbwrbpnv" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

Dias completes £62m Manchester City move from Benfica

Manchester City are considering a bid for Bayern Munich defender David Alaba, according to the&nbsp;Times.&nbsp; Pep Guardiola is keen to strengthen his defence further even after the imminent move for Ruben Dias, but will only attempt to sign Alaba if Cit manage to off-load&nbsp;Oleksandr Zinchenko.

Man City weigh up Alaba move

Schalke's Guido Burgstaller is set for a move to St Pauli, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kicker.de/burgstaller-ab-mittwoch-st-paulianer-785880/artikel" target="_blank">Kicker</a>.&nbsp; The striker passed a medical in Hamburg on Tuesday and could be presented as the club's new signing the next day.

Burgstaller set for St Pauli

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">L’Olympique Lyonnais informe du prêt sans option d’achat de l’international malien Youssouf Koné au club espagnol d’Elche jusqu’au 30 juin 2021. <a href="https://t.co/90NeGLMdr4">pic.twitter.com/90NeGLMdr4</a>— Olympique Lyonnais (@OL) <a href="https://twitter.com/OL/status/1310995076554907655?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Lyon loan Kone to Elche

Leeds United have struck an agreement with Bayern Munich over the transfer of Michel Cuisance, according to the&nbsp;<a href="https://theathletic.com/news/leeds-transfer-michael-cuisance-bayern-munich/imocxUJ9zB7t" target="_blank">Athletic</a>.&nbsp; The French midfielder, 21, will set the Whites back a reported&nbsp;£20 million ($25.7m).

Leeds agree move for Cuisance

Caen have reached an agreement with PSG on a loan deal for goalkeeper&nbsp;Garissone Innocent, reports <a href="https://www.goal.com/fr/news/mercato-psg-garissone-innocent-va-etre-prete-a-caen/1nmb60ysbsr61xvv5cym2ya0z" target="_blank">Goal</a>. The Ligue 2 side will have an option to purchase the 20-year-old for less than €1 million. Innocent had been the fourth-choice goalkeeper at PSG&nbsp;after coming up through the club's youth academy.

Innocent joins Caen from PSG

Bayer Leverkusen are closing in on a deal for Arsenal left-back Sead Kolasinac, according to <a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/bundesliga/vereine/bayer-leverkusen/bayer-leverkusen-vor-einigung-mit-sead-kolasinac-vom-fc-arsenal-73154702.sport.html">Bild</a>. Having sold&nbsp;Kai Havertz&nbsp;and Kevin Volland this summer, the Bundesliga outfit have plenty of cash on hand to spend in the market.&nbsp; Arsenal are likely to accept an offer of €10 million (£9m/$12m) for the 27-year-old.&nbsp;

Leverkusen nearing deal for Kolasinac

Saint-Etienne&nbsp;have accepted a bid from&nbsp;Leicester City&nbsp;for Wesley Fofana that would see the defender become the biggest sale in club history.&nbsp; Fofana, 19, has attracted strong attention from the Premier League this season thanks to his performances for the French club.&nbsp; Saint-Etienne have now confirmed they have agreed to a record approach estimated at&nbsp;£30&nbsp;million ($38.5m). <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/saint-etienne-accept-30m-leicester-bid-for-fofana/dhjvkomw5llz1npiy0xzthihh" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Saint-Etienne accept £30m Leicester bid for Fofana

Sheffield United are hoping to sign Liverpool youngster Rhian Brewster, according to the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2020/09/29/sheffield-united-prepare-20m-bid-liverpools-rhian-brewster/" target="_blank">Telegraph</a>.&nbsp; The 20-year-old has managed scant first-team appearances at Anfield, but his current club may insist that the Blades'&nbsp;£20 million ($26m) bid includes a buyback clause.

Sheffield United prepare £20m Brewster offer

U.S. national team midfielder Lindsey Horan has said she&nbsp;always told new&nbsp;Manchester City&nbsp;duo Rose Lavelle and Sam Mewis that they should try their luck abroad one day.&nbsp; Lavelle and Mewis&nbsp;each signed for Man City in August,&nbsp;joining from NWSL sides OL Reign and the North Carolina Courage&nbsp;respectively.&nbsp; Both players had experienced plenty of success in NWSL and with the national team – both starting the 2019 World Cup final for the victorious USWNT&nbsp;– but neither had played professionally outside the U.S. before. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/uswnt-star-horan-urged-new-man-city-duo-mewis-and-lavelle-to/13t07phm56m11fqe2oy4o96nm" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

USWNT star Horan urged Mewis & Lavelle to move abroad

Leicester City's bid for&nbsp;Wesley Fofana has been accepted by Saint-Etienne, according to <a href="https://www.leprogres.fr/sport/2020/09/29/mercato-l-asse-et-leicester-tombent-d-accord-pour-le-transfert-de-fofana" target="_blank">Le Progres</a>.&nbsp; The teenage defender is set to move for an initial fee of&nbsp;€35 million (£32m/$41m)), plus a further&nbsp;€5m in performance-related bonuses.

Leicester strike deal for Fofana

Mikel Arteta has his “eye on a few more players”, says Lee Dixon, with the former Arsenal defender hoping that a deal can be done for a performer of Houssem Aouar’s ilk as added creativity is going to be “key” for the Gunners. A raid on&nbsp;Lyon&nbsp;for&nbsp;highly-rated playmaker Aouar has been mooted for some time now and formal offers have been tabled, but the&nbsp;Ligue 1&nbsp;outfit are&nbsp;yet to see a hefty asking price met. Arsenal are refusing to give up on a top target,&nbsp;with&nbsp;Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey another of those in their sights,&nbsp;and Dixon believes deals will be done before the October 5 deadline. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arteta-eye-on-few-players-dixon-aouar-creativity-arsenal/x1l18bj4jkq61aa0bdw9y320w" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

‘Arteta has got his eye on a few more players’

Ansu Fati has not yet got a new contract in place at Barcelona, reports <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/barcelona/2020/09/28/5f723864268e3eaa378b4625.html" target="_blank">Marca.</a> The 17-year-old is now part of the first-team fold at Camp Nou but is prepared to wait until he is 18 before penning lucrative terms with the Liga giants.

Fati’s Barca contract put on hold

Zinedine Zidane has swerved around rumours suggesting that&nbsp;Real Madrid&nbsp;are keen on&nbsp;Wolves&nbsp;striker Raul Jimenez, with the Blancos boss claiming to be happy with those already at his disposal. Zidane has said: “I am focused on the ones we have here. There can be discussions about the rest, but to be clear, I don't know.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/zidane-wont-be-drawn-on-jimenez-rumours-amid-real-madrid/rf81mr6sue291azgbgrnuoqyr" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Zidane won't be drawn on Jimenez rumours

Leeds are poised to complete the £18 million capture of Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Cuisance, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8784341/Leeds-set-sign-Bayern-Munich-midfielder-Michael-Cuisance-18m-deal.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> Newcastle have also been looking at the talented 21-year-old, but his next port of call looks like being Elland Road.

Leeds to land Cuisance for £18m

West Ham are weighing up a move for Rangers defender James Tavernier, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/exclusive-west-ham-considering-bid-rangers-defender-tavernier" target="_blank">TEAMtalk.</a> The 28-year-old is club captain at Ibrox, so will not be acquired easily, but David Moyes is looking to make a number of additions to his ranks before the deadline.

West Ham want Rangers star Tavernier

Barcelona believe Memphis Depay can be prised from Lyon for less than his €25 million (£23m/$29m) asking price, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20200929/483755827613/fc-barcelona-barca-fichajes-depay-lyon.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The Dutch forward is a top target for Ronald Koeman at Camp Nou, but transfer funds are in short supply for the Blaugrana.

Barca hoping for cut-price Depay deal

Lyon have reached an agreement to sign Lucas Paqueta from Milan - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1310905768707842049" target="_blank">Sky Italia</a>. The 23-year-old will sign a five-year contract at the Groupama Stadium after agreeing personal terms with the French club. Milan are happy to sanction Paqueta's departure after&nbsp;seeing&nbsp;him fail to live up to expectations at San Siro following his&nbsp;move from Flamengo in 2019.

Lyon reach agreement to sign Paqueta from Milan

Real Madrid are prepared to loan Luka Jovic to Roma instead of Borja Mayoral - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-clamoroso-zidane-blocca-all-ultimo-mayoral-e-offre-jovic-72902" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Giallorossi were thought to be close to wrapping up a deal for Borja, but Zinedine Zidane has decided to keep the striker in his plans for the 2020-21 season. Madrid still want to maintain a strong relationship with Roma though, and to that end, have offered the Italian side the chance to sign Jovic on loan until next summer.

Real prepared to loan Jovic to Roma instead of Borja

Juventus defender&nbsp;Daniele Rugani is the subject of interest from Valencia - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-futuro-rugani-la-premier-insiste-il-valencia-torna-a-farsi--41062" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Spanish giants are eager to bring in the 26-year-old on an initial loan deal, with his current employers open to negotiating a deal. Premier League trio Leeds United, Newcastle and West Ham have also been linked with Rugani, who is currently valued at around €20 million (£18m/$23m).

Valenica eager to bring in Rugani

Milan have submitted an offer for Manchester United full-back Diogo Dalot - according to <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2020/09/28/calciomercato-milan-diogo-dalot-manchester-united" target="_blank">Sky Italia</a>. The Rossoneri want to bring in the Portuguese on loan with the option to buy, but the Red Devils are only willing to sell him outright. Dalot has fallen down the squad pecking order at United under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and has yet to appear for the club this season.

Milan submit offer for Dalot

Ian Wright says it's "imperative" that&nbsp;Arsenal&nbsp;bring in Houssem Aouar because the&nbsp;Lyon&nbsp;star can help feed the Gunners' attacking line&nbsp;when possession is turned over. Arsenal have stepped up their pursuit of Aouar over the past week as this summer's transfer deadline draws near, but have yet to reach an agreement with Lyon over a final fee. The French club's president has insisted that the midfielder will not be sold for less than&nbsp;€40 million (£36m/$47m), and confirmed&nbsp;on Monday that they have already&nbsp;rejected a "timid offer" from the Gunners. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/its-imperative-arsenal-sign-aouar-wright-urges-arteta-to-go/e0gyexecoses10jrpcwv0j5h7" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

'It's imperative Arsenal sign Aouar'

Leicester are edging their way towards a £37 million ($48m) deal for Burnley defender James Tarkowski, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8782865/Leicester-edge-closer-37m-capture-Burnley-defender-James-Tarkowski.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> The Foxes are ready to meet the Clarets' asking price after missing out on other targets.

Leicester edging closer to £37m Tarkowski deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗞𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗜 𝗜𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞!! 😍 Filip Krovinović has joined us on another season-long loan from Benfica ✍️— West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/WBA/status/1310867832238993409?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Familiar face back with Baggies

West Ham have tabled a £14 million ($18m) bid for Napoli defender Nikola Maksimovic, claims <a href="https://sport.sky.it/" target="_blank">Sky Sport Italia</a>. The 28-year-old is due to be out of contract next summer and could be lured to England in a cut-price deal.

Hammers make a move for Maksimovic

Manchester United would be willing to let Daniel James join Leeds on loan, claims <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/12788567/man-utd-leeds-transfer-james-sancho/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. A deal will only be done with the Whites, though, if the Red Devils are able to prise Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.

Man Utd open to James loan

Inter are considering a late swoop for Parma forward Gervinho - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-puo-arrivare-la-quarta-punta-tutto-dipende-da-pinamonti-ge-66506" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Nerazzurri are planning to sell&nbsp;Andrea Pinamonti to free up funds for one more transfer, with a new striker being prioritised by Antonio Conte. Inter have identified Gervinho as a possible target, having seen the Ivorian score seven goals in 31 Serie A outings for Parma last season.

Inter considering Gervinho swoop

Torino have opened talks with Bournemouth over the possible signing of Josh King - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1310690265578057728" target="_blank">Sky Sport Italia</a>.&nbsp; The Serie A outfit are hoping to finalise a deal for the Norwegian striker before the transfer window closes on October 5. King has scored 50 goals in 171 appearances for Bournemouth since joining the club from Blackburn in 2015.

Torino in talks to sign Bournemouth's King

Sheffield United are poised to win the race for Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster - as <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/12790059/sheff-utd-liverpool-brewster-transfer/" target="_blank">The Sun</a> reports. The Blades have submitted a new bid of £17 million ($22m) for the 20-year-old, and have no issue with the Reds' including a £40 million ($51m) buy-back clause in the deal. Crystal Palace have also been strongly linked with Brewster, who is keen on a move to London, but Sheffield United now look set to steal his signature.

Sheffield United poised to win race for Brewster

Barcelona have been offered&nbsp;Manchester City defender&nbsp;Oleksandr Zinchenko - according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20200926/483689621021/zinchenko-ofrecido-al-barca.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Ronald Koeman could sanction a swoop for the 23-year-old if&nbsp;Juan Miranda&nbsp;or&nbsp;Junior Firpo leave Camp Nou in the coming days. Zinchenko, who signed a new contract with City last year which ties him to Etihad Stadium until 2024, has yet to appear for the club in the Premier League this season.

Barcelona offered Zinchenko 

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expects a busy finish to the transfer window, but had no update regarding the club's pursuit of&nbsp;Lyon&nbsp;midfielder&nbsp;Houssem Aouar. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arteta-speaks-about-arsenals-aouar-chase-expects-busy-finish/4y3l7ijqk5jv165mfzyvha531" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Arteta speaks about Arsenal's Aouar chase, expects 'busy' finish to transfer window

Lazio playmaker Luis Alberto has extended his contract with the Serie A club for five seasons. As reported by <a href="https://www.goal.com/it/notizie/luis-alberto-rinnova-con-la-lazio-contratto-fino-al-2025/wgbudgqdlzj613i705tgfxpca" target="_blank">Goal</a>, the Rome club announced the re-signing of the Spaniard on his 28th birthday. Alberto produced 16 assists and scored six goals in an eye-catching Serie A campaign for Lazio last season.

Luis Alberto extends Lazio contract

Frank Lampard has confirmed&nbsp;Chelsea&nbsp;are considering loan offers for Ruben Loftus-Cheek, with West Ham and&nbsp;Aston Villa&nbsp;confirmed as two parties interested in him. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/loftus-cheek-set-for-chelsea-loan-exit-as-lampard-confirms/dbsmeuwvqk5r1psrp93vlxakg" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Loftus-Cheek set for Chelsea loan exit as Lampard confirms more outgoings possible

Jurgen Klopp revealed that he has been chasing Diogo Jota for several years after seeing the newly-signed Portuguese star score his first&nbsp;Liverpool&nbsp;goal on Monday <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/hes-been-on-my-list-for-two-or-three-years-klopp-full-of/1kq6jyiw9p69r1k4gjalmb8t6u" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'He's been on my list for two or three years! ' - Klopp full of praise for 'top guy' Jota

Lyon&nbsp;have received a bid from Arsenal for Houssem Aouar, club president Jean-Michel Aulas has confirmed – but it wasn’t an offer&nbsp;worth thinking about. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arsenal-timid-aouar-offer-rejected-lyon-president-aulas/x9g9bfcjbrvl1qudse4rp9lqc" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Arsenal have had 'timid' Aouar offer rejected by Lyon, president Aulas confirms

Australian international Ajdin Hrustic has signed a three-year deal with Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt. The Germans confirmed the transfer via their <a href="https://en.eintracht.de/news/detail/?id=record-128020-en" target="_blank">official website</a> on Monday, with the 24-year-old joining from Dutch Eredivisie side Groningen. Hrustic has three caps for the Socceroos.

Socceroos winger Hrustic signs with Frankfurt

Fiorentina want to bring Hertha Berlin's Krzysztof Piatek back to&nbsp;Serie A on a loan deal. <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/fiorentina-new-attempt-for-piatek-from-hertha-berlin" target="_blank">Di Marzio</a> reports the Italian club want the 25-year-old on a temporary contract but the Germans will only sanction a permanent transfer. Piatek made his name with a successful stint in the Serie A with Genoa before struggling after a move to Milan and eventually being sold to Hertha.

Fiorentina considering Piatek play

Chris Smalling's return to Roma could be back on after the Serie A club re-opened negotiations with Manchester United. The 30-year-old while on loan in the Italian capital last season and the Italians have contacted the Red Devils about a permanent transfer after initial talks stalled, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1310695198641524736" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>. Smalling - who is yet to feature in a Man Utd squad this season - is believed to be keen to leave Old Trafford and return to Rome.

Roma closing in on Smalling transfer

Manchester United have approached Watford to enquire about a transfer for winger Ismaila Sarr. <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2020/09/28/manchester-united-enquire-watford-forward-ismaila-sarr/" target="_blank">The Telegraph</a> reports the Red Devils are looking for alternatives to Jadon Sancho and looking into signing Sarr, who has been priced at&nbsp;£40 million (€44m/$51m). The 22-year-old scored five goals for Watford in 28 Premier League appearances before the Hornets were relegated to the Championship.

Red Devils make contact with Watford over Sarr move

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