Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Real Madrid to make Mbappe offer in January

Barcelona are, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/pedrogva6/status/1458426315560964110 " target="_blank">Pedro Almeida</a>, exploring the option of returning Thiago Alcantara to Camp Nou.The Spain international midfielder, who came through the La Masia academy ranks, is currently on the books at Premier League giants Liverpool but has struggled to make an impact in England.

Barcelona want Thiago back at Camp Nou (Pedro Almeida)

Liverpool midfielder lined up for return to Spain

<a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/roma/2021/11/12-87026159/roma_priorit_terzino_destro_la_lista_di_tiago_pinto" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a> reports that Roma have been offered the chance to take Calum Chambers from Arsenal.Jose Mourinho is, however, said to be prioritising a raid on his former employers at Manchester United for versatile Portuguese defender Diogo Dalot.

Roma offered Chambers but want Dalot (Corriere dello Sport)

Manchester City will, according to <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2021/11/11/manchester-city-set-asking-price-for-barcelona-target-raheem-sterling-15583313/ " target="_blank">Metro</a>, demand around £45 million ($60m) from any deal involving Raheem Sterling.Barcelona have been heavily linked with the England international, but it may be next summer before Premier League giants consider a sale.

Man City set Sterling price tag at £45m (Metro)

Barcelona will have a January transfer budget below €10 million, reports <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4517907/barcelona-lack-transfer-funds-for-january-window-under-new-coach-xavi-sources">ESPN</a>, as costs related to the sacking of Ronald Koeman have chipped away at the club's already strained resources.That leaves manager Xavi Hernandez with few paths toward meaningful player acquisitions outside of loan deals at a time his team sits ninth in La Liga.

Barcelona's tiny transfer budget revealed (ESPN)

The Blaugrana will give new coach Xavi almost nothing to work with

Jack Wilshere has admitted he is thinking about retiring from football, but is convinced he can keep playing if he can find a club.Wilshere, 29, is currently training with his former side Arsenal but is also preparing for life after football by doing some coaching with the Under-23 side.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/ex-arsenal-star-wilshere-admits-he-s-considering-retirement/bltea05a039f79a16cb" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Wilshere considering retirement

Hakim Ziyech wants to leave Chelsea over a lack of playing time.And <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/bvb-wer-kommen-soll-so-plant-dortmund-den-transfer-winter-78217166,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a> claims Borussia Dortmund are eager to sign him, with a possible loan bid to be made in January.

Ziyech wants Chelsea exit with Dortmund eager for loan deal

Diogo Dalot has no interest in joining Roma despite reports of the club's interest.<a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/11/12/exclusive-man-united-defender-has-transfer-preference-amid-links-to-roma/" target="_blank">CaughtOffside</a> claims the 22-year-old full-back would rather stay at Manchester United for the time being, and the club would rather not sell or loan him out.

Dalot wants Man Utd stay despite Roma interest

Barcelona have confirmed an agreement in principle with Dani Alves that will see the player return to Camp Nou, but he will not be able to play until January.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Back in DA house! <a href="https://t.co/qicb8RRc1h">pic.twitter.com/qicb8RRc1h</a>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona)<a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1459250266012897297?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Barcelona confirm Dani Alves return

Jan Gyamerah has several options to choose from should he opt to leave Hamburg in the near future.According to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/3-equipos-laliga-apuestan-llegada-jan-gyamerah-20211112.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, the defender is attracting a lot of interest from La Liga, as Real Betis, Celta Vigo and Granada are all eager to land him.

La Liga clubs target Gyamerah

Fiorentina are eager to sign Julian Alvarez from River Plate, says <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/calcio-mercato/2021/11/12-87025920/missione_alvarez_blitz_della_juve_ma_la_fiorentina_non_molla" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>.But the Viola are not the only Serie A side trying to land the centre-forward, who turns 22 in January.Juventus are also trying to snap up the Argentina international, whose contract expires in December 2022.But River Plate hope to hold off the interest from Europe and convince Alvarez to sign an extension.

Fiorentina to challenge Juve to Alvarez signing

Gareth Southgate will remain in charge of England until after Euro 2024.According to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12016/12466911/gareth-southgate-england-manager-to-sign-two-year-contract-extension-until-euro-2024" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>, the coach will accept the Football Association's offer to extend his contract by two years. Southgate's current deal is to expire after the 2022 World Cup.It has been reported he will earn £6 million per year after he accepts the new offer.

Southgate to sign two-year England deal

Napoli are looking to strengthen at full-back in January after failing to recruit a new option in the summer transfer window.<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/napoli-c-e-un-problema-a-sinistra-da-mandava-a-parisi-si-cerca-u-53022" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports that they have set their sights on Reinildo Mandava, who can leave Lille for free next summer.But Lille are open to getting a transfer fee for him in January and have good relations with Napoli, so a deal in January could go through.

Napoli to move for Lille star Mandava

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Rangers have shortlist ready to replace Gerrard. The board will start official contacts during the weekend - talk scheduled also with Gio van Bronckhorst 🔵🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RangersFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RangersFC</a> Former Rangers and Barça player, he’s in the list together with other 2 managers. He’s interested in the job. <a href="https://t.co/NaWGnVSK32">pic.twitter.com/NaWGnVSK32</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1459056735101104128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Van Bronckhorst and two others on Rangers shortlist

Real Madrid are plotting a move for Fluminense star Luiz Henrique, <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/11/12/primera/1636724464_166878.html" target="_blank">AS</a> reports.The Spanish giants are looking for a promising winger to sign and see the 20-year-old as an ideal candidate, but he will join the Castilla side instead of the senior team.

Real Madrid eye Luiz Henrique

Gabriel Martinelli’s lack of game time at Arsenal has generated exit talk heading towards the January transfer window, but the Brazilian’s father insists the youngster is going nowhere.Reacting to the rumours with <a href="https://esportes.yahoo.com/noticias/pai-de-martinelli-fala-sobre-especulacao-no-corinthians-153517513.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS5ici8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAN1zeFstgCy6Ku5TIOUbdxVdJFekISMsc1xIItSHLngWy-cne8LqL8-chk2d_-Wzg9aBKMyZHnA09Npqut_s3jot7HvOWk5lhob_FF2mw7hqwzQOv0m0-MQ6yOcXmx3U6v1VErvHJFIVUyRfeo0D07iqsXeelAjZc06nB6aPu-VB&amp;guccounter=2" target="_blank">Yahoo</a>, Martinelli’s father Joao said: "Since he came back from an injury, he's been playing a lot less than he would have liked."There has been some talk of proposals from Europe, but Arsenal have already warned that they will not release him."People like him a lot. Not only for what he does when he plays, but also for his dedication. Martinelli is almost always the first to arrive for training and the last to leave."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/martinelli-transfer-talk-arsenal-father/blt8ebf554d0a5790e1" target="_blank">Check out the full story on GOAL!</a>

Martinelli's father addresses transfer talk

Frank Lampard has turned down the chance to take over as manager of Norwich City, according to multiple reports.As confirmed by GOAL, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/norwich-city-in-talks-with-lampard-as-ex-villa-boss-smith/blt6f15e9af89193d26" target="_blank">the former Chelsea boss was in talks with the Canaries</a> although has seemingly now ruled himself out of the running, leaving the path clear for Dean Smith to take charge.

Lampard turns down Norwich job

Barcelona have performed a U-turn regarding the possible return to Camp Nou for Dani Alves, with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/es/noticias/xavi-pide-el-fichaje-de-dani-alves/bltf0bab86fd2824e4e">GOAL able to confirm</a>&nbsp;that a deal for the veteran defender is now close.It appeared at one stage as though the prospect of bringing the 38-year-old back to the Blaugrana&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/barcelona-not-re-signing-dani-alves/blt3639c338a522ba24">would be passed up</a>, with the Liga giants exploring other recruitment options.New head coach Xavi is, however, eager to be reunited with his former team-mate and has requested an agreement with the Brazil international be reached.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-dani-alves-u-turn-xavi-signing/blt6bdaa6ff1b10cc16" target="_blank">Check out the full story on GOAL!</a>

Barcelona perform Dani Alves U-turn

Barcelona striker Sergio Aguero says he is "always positive" despite reports his heart problem could force him to retire.<a href="https://www.ccma.cat/catradio/el-mati-de-catalunya-radio/el-kun-aguero-podria-no-jugar-mes-al-futbol-per-una-patologia-greu-al-cor/noticia/3129397/" target="_blank">Calalunya Radio</a> has reported that the 33-year-old forward may have to hang up his boots on the back of a serious health scare.And responding to the retirement talk via Twitter, Aguero wrote: "Given the rumors, I can say that I am following the instructions of the club's doctors, doing tests and treatment and checking my progress within 90 days. Always positive."

Aguero addresses retirement talk

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CardiffCity?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CardiffCity</a> is pleased to confirm that Steve Morison has been appointed as First Team Manager for the remainder of the 2021/22 season.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CityAsOne?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CityAsOne</a>— Cardiff City FC (@CardiffCityFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CardiffCityFC/status/1459155169644535812?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Cardiff City appoint Steve Morison as new manager

Riyad Mahrez is set to weigh up his future options during the January transfer window, claims the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/mahrez-transfer-plans-man-city-22135212" target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a>.The Manchester City winger faces fierce competition for places with the Premier League champions and may seek a move in order to find more regular football.

Mahrez to mull over Man City future

West Ham are keen on prising Nikola Milenkovic away from Fiorentina, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/west-ham-scatto-per-milenkovic-dopo-il-ko-di-ogbonna-16813" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.A man branded ‘the new Nemanja Vidic’ is, however, considered to be irreplaceable in Florence and, having generated plenty of transfer talk in the past, will not be sold unless a big offer is tabled.

West Ham want ‘new Vidic’ Milenkovic

<a href="https://www.ccma.cat/catradio/el-mati-de-catalunya-radio/el-kun-aguero-podria-no-jugar-mes-al-futbol-per-una-patologia-greu-al-cor/noticia/3129397/ " target="_blank">Catalunya Radio</a> report that Sergio Aguero may have to retire after discovering that he has a heart problem.The Manchester City legend has taken in only a handful of appearances for Barcelona, but has already been sidelined for at least three months and may have to hang up his boots entirely as he puts long-term health concerns first.

Aguero may have to head into retirement

Barcelona are, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1458777347767910400" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, confident that teenage wonderkid Gavi will commit to a new contract at Camp Nou.No paperwork has been signed as yet, but on offer is on the table for the 17-year-old to follow the lead of Pedri and Ansu Fati in agreeing fresh terms.

Barcelona confident on Gavi contract

Antonio Conte is back in the Premier League - and already has his eye on the market.So, if Daniel Levy gets the chequebook out, who will Conte go for?Here,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/vlahovic-kessie-brozovic-conte-transfer-targets-tottenham/blt0b80c641c3ad53f4" target="_blank">GOAL&nbsp;</a>runs through some of Tottenham's potential transfer targets during the next two windows...

Conte's potential transfer targets

Real Madrid are ready to rekindle their interest in Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/RadioestadioN/status/1458581419257745408?s=20" target="_blank">Radioestadio Noche</a>, with a January offer set to be tabled.The Blancos missed out on the World Cup-winning Frenchman over the summer, but he is still running down a contract set to expire in 2022 and can speak to suitors in the new year prior to hitting free agency.

Real to table Mbappe offer in January

Having found considerable value in Takehiro Tomiyasu, <a href="https://www.ilrestodelcarlino.it/bologna/fc/svanberg-1.7016027 " target="_blank">Il Resto Del Carlino</a> reports that Arsenal are readying another raid on Bologna for Mattias Svanberg.They are not the only side keen on the Sweden international midfielder, though, with Inter, Napoli and AC Milan said to be looking at keeping him in Italy.

Arsenal plot another raid on Bologna

As questions are asked of Youssef En-Nesyri’s future, Sevilla are said to be lining up a move for Real Madrid flop Mariano Diaz.The Liga outfit are eager to ensure that they are not left light in the striking department, with <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/tres-recambios-invernales-sevilla-reemplazar-nesyri-mariano-cavani-lacazette-20211111.html " target="_blank">Fichajes</a> reporting that a raid on La Liga rivals being readied.

Sevilla want Madrid flop Mariano

Arsenal remain keen on Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1458864864819130368" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, but no talks have been held as yet.That is because the Gunners are exploring other options, while an in-demand Serbian frontman is also waiting to discover how many alternative approaches will be made for his services.

Arsenal yet to enter into Vlahovic talks

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">OFFICIAL | Welcome to the team, Bethany 👊 ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/d3nSZaZHWe">https://t.co/d3nSZaZHWe</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BondedByGold?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BondedByGold</a> <a href="https://t.co/NUQsRgoQl0">pic.twitter.com/NUQsRgoQl0</a>— NEWCASTLE JETS FC ✈️ (@NewcastleJetsFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NewcastleJetsFC/status/1458985625210667012?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Jets sign Bethany Gordon

England have offered Gareth Southgate a massive pay rise that would double his current earnings, writes the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16710360/gareth-southgate-offered-double-money-england/" target="_blank">Sun</a>.Under the reported deal, the manager would receive £6 million per year, with the Three Lions hopeful that would be enough to prevent a Premier League club from hiring him.

England offer Southgate massive pay rise

Italy forward Lorenzo Insigne will have many suitors should he leave Napoli next summer, but MLS club Toronto FC lead the way, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/11/11/calciomercato-napoli-insigne-toronto-mls-annuncio/">Calciomercato</a>.Fellow Azzurri player Sebastian Giovinco previously made a successful move to Toronto, which may pave the way for Insigne.

Toronto lead Insigne chase

Newcastle could target Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot in the coming transfer window, claims <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/serie-a/juventus/2021/11/11-87005812/juve_la_lista_per_il_centrocampo_ramsey_resta_la_chiave" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>.The Magpies are said to be eager to make a splash and would welcome the high-profile France star to their ranks.

Newcastle could target Rabiot

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Newton Aycliffe Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Brian Atkinson as our new manager.<a href="https://t.co/49RAyP5eY1">https://t.co/49RAyP5eY1</a> Welcome back to the club, Brian.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WelcomeBrian?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WelcomeBrian</a>💙 <a href="https://t.co/uY1swvROnn">pic.twitter.com/uY1swvROnn</a>— Newton Aycliffe FC (@NAycliffeFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NAycliffeFC/status/1458842344942407686?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Newton Aycliffe appoint Atkinson

Barcelona have prioritised loans with options to buy this January as they look to find quick fixes to their struggling squad despite their ongoing financial woes, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/barcelona/2021/11/11/618d4624268e3e431c8b45cd.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>.They also understand that they may need to add players on the fringes of European rivals as their capacity to bring in superstars is limited.

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