Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Liverpool set sights on Asensio

Erling Haaland will not sign a new contract at Borussia Dortmund that would see him vow to spend at least one more season with the club, reports <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/10/07/primera/1633597920_562146.html" target="_blank">AS</a>. The Norwegian striker has become one of the hottest properties in world football, with the likes of Real Madrid and Manchester City preparing to battle it out for his signature.

Haaland won’t sign new Dortmund deal (AS)

<a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4492327/van-de-beeks-man-united-future-solskjaer-reluctant-to-sanction-departure-sources" target="_blank">ESPN</a> reports that Manchester United are ready to frustrate Donny van de Beek again by blocking another exit in January. The Dutch midfielder, who has been linked with Everton, failed to secure a switch elsewhere over the summer and remains down the pecking order at Old Trafford.

Man Utd ready to block Van de Beek exit (ESPN)

Liverpool have set their sights on Real Madrid striker Marco Asensio - according to <a href="https://www.abc.es/deportes/real-madrid/abci-asensio-esta-mercado-202110061336_noticia.html" target="_blank">ABC</a>. The 25-year-old is unhappy with his current role at Santiago Bernabeu under Carlo Ancelotti and will be allowed to leave the club in January. Liverpool are poised to swoop for Asensio, who has scored three goals in six La Liga outings for Real so far this term.

Liverpool set sights on Asensio (ABC)

Eddie Howe would snub an approach from Newcastle to replace Steve Bruce as he is hopeful of a job on the south coast - namely Southampton, per <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-howe-stance-on-newcastle-united-job-revealed-after-southampton-twist/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The former Borunemouth boss, who famously took the club to the Premier League from the lower depths of the Football League, was heavily linked with Celtic before an apparent move fell through. With Newcastle tipped to split with Steve Bruce following their takeover, Howe is one option who could replace him, though the club is thought to likely look for a bigger manager.

Howe would snub Newcastle approach

Leicester City have their eyes on Real Madrid's Isco, potentially as a loan move in the new year, per <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/leicester-city-nuevo-pretendiente-isco-alarcon-20211008.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>. The Spain international is not a key figure in Carlo Ancelotti's plans and looks set to have his minutes further restricted. That could open the door to an exit, with the Foxes now prowling around his services.

Leicester eye up Isco

Antonio Conte would turn down any approach from Newcastle to become their manager, says <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16362945/conte-newcastle-manager-exclusive-turn-down/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Italian, who most recently guided Inter to the Serie A title, could have been lined up as a replacement for Steve Bruce following the Magpies' takeover. But whatever his next job will be, it will apparently not be on Tyneside.

Conte would spurn Newcastle job

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After loan move to Feyenoord collapsed due to a muscolar injury, Man Utd winger Amad Diallo is prepared to come back training with the group this month. He’s expected to be ready in 10 days. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> In January there will be new chances for a loan - many clubs still interested.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1446492480590000130?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Man Utd's Diallo in line for January loan

Maurizio Sarri is weighing up a reunion with Kepa, with Lazio plotting an offer for the Chelsea goalkeeper, per <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/kepa-recibio-propuesta-formal-salir-chelsea-20211008.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>. The two worked together during the former's brief time at the Blues, with the latter starting in goal for their 2019 Europa League Final triumph. Now, they could be poised to link up once more.

Sarri wants Kepa reunion

Ferran Torres is reading little into reports suggesting that Manchester City could allow him to join Barcelona on loan in January, with the Spain international pointing out that “there are always rumours”. The 21-year-old forward is a player who has registered on the radars of Barca and Real Madrid since bursting onto a senior stage at Valencia. Clasico rivals were unable to do a deal when a big-money move was made in 2020, as City won that race, but a stint at Camp Nou is being speculated on again ahead of the winter transfer window. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-city-star-ferran-torres-responds-to-barcelona-transfer/x87llt6oowl7zkj1yq5h3id7" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal here!</a>

Torres responds to Barca rumours

Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Mohammed Elneny are both mulling over exits from Arsenal over a lack of game-time, says <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16363743/arsenal-transfer-maitland-niles-elneny-exclusive/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The pair are thought to be considering their futures with the Gunners as they look to find more minutes under their belts. But Mikel Arteta's side would rather keep hold of both players, even if they currently are not forcing themselves into regular matches.

Arsenal duo mull exits

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">[ 𝕋𝕣𝕒𝕟𝕤𝕗𝕖𝕣𝕥 ] 🤝 Bienvenue à notre nouvelle recrue ! 🔥 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jemerson?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jemerson</a> 💥 Défenseur ✍️ 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣2️⃣ 🔁 <a href="https://twitter.com/Corinthians?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Corinthians</a> Plus d'informations 👇— Fc Metz ☨ (@FCMetz) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCMetz/status/1446400706378883077?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ex-Brazil international Jemerson joins Metz

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Brazilian talent Matheus França (17) is now set to sign a new professional contract with Flamengo. Agreement reached until April 2027 including release clause for €100m. 🌟🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Flamengo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Flamengo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> European top clubs are already looking at him as talent for the future. <a href="https://t.co/WdfhAdYJiJ">pic.twitter.com/WdfhAdYJiJ</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1446434519125577744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Franca set for Flamengo deal

Manchester United are considering terminating Facundo Pellistri’s loan deal with Deportivo Alaves,&nbsp;Goal&nbsp;can confirm.&nbsp; The 19-year-old joined the&nbsp; Liga side in the summer transfer window on a season-long loan deal to gain vital playing experience and, while he is in the squad each week and benefitting from that&nbsp;experience, he is struggling for starts. The winger has only started one league game this season and has yet to get 200 minutes under his belt. It is understood United are consequently in the process of reviewing his loan due to a number of factors, including playing time, and will decide whether or not to cancel the contract.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-consider-ending-pellistri-loan-deal-at-alaves/18cwjy1nrqnka1wp0e92u3qyn7" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal here!</a>

Man Utd consider ending Pellistri loan

Lazio have signed Ciro Immobile and Francesco Acerbi to new contracts,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/lazio-ufficiale-rinnovo-di-contratto-per-immobile-e-acerbi-i-det-26866" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>&nbsp;says. The star attacker is now tied to the club until 2026, while the defender has committed to the Serie A side until 2025.

Immobile and Acerbi sign new Lazio contracts

Philippe Coutinho could join Newcastle in January. The Premier League side were bought by the Saudi Arabia sovereign wealth fund this week and <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/coutinho-suena-fuerza-fichar-newcastle-12190022" target="_blank">Sport</a>&nbsp;reports they could make a move for the Barcelona player.

Coutinho off to Newcastle?

Liverpool are one of the sides mulling over a move for in-demand Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic, claims <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/stadio/fiorentina/2021/10/08-86058185/fiorentina_rischio_turbolenze_dopo_il_no_di_vlahovic_al_rinnovo" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport.</a> With the Reds in the market for another goalscorer, it could be that they join the likes of Tottenham, Manchester City, Atletico Madrid and Juventus in the hunt for a Serbia international.

Liverpool form part of Vlahovic hunt

Manchester City have, according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/manchester-city-reject-8m-bid-from-brighton-for-teenager-james-mcatee/iYHu2ioCMBB9" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>, turned down an £8 million ($11m) bid from Brighton for talented teenager James McAtee. The 18-year-old midfielder, who has made a senior debut for the Blues this season, is held in high regard by those at the Etihad Stadium.

City reject £8m bid for McAtee

Sergio Aguero turned down two approaches from Juventus before linking up with Barcelona, claims <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/kun-rechazo-veces-juventus-12185085" target="_blank">Sport.</a> The Argentine striker wanted to link up with Lionel Messi when leaving Manchester City as a free agent, but he now finds himself struggling with injury at Camp Nou and with an iconic countryman having moved on.

Aguero snubbed Juventus twice

Inter outcast Alexis Sanchez is wanted by at least three clubs in Spain, claims <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Inter/07-10-2021/inter-sanchez-ci-sono-valencia-betis-rayo-4201687211564.shtml?cmpid=shortener_3477f5b2nH" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport.</a> The Chilean forward, who is struggling for game time in Italy, is said to be a target for Rayo Vallecano, Real Betis and Valencia.

La Liga clubs line up for Alexis

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">First-team debut last month ✅ First professional contract with the Reds ✅ Keep up the hard work, Kaide! 👊— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1446445277133504518?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Gordon signs pro deal at Liverpool

Juventus will try to offload Aaron Ramsey in January, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/caos-ramsey-tra-accuse-e-uno-stipendio-insostenibile-la-juve-cer-68986" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The midfielder's €7 million (£6m/$8m) salary is too costly for the Serie A side given he hardly gets a game for them and a return to England looks likely. West Ham and Everton are said to be interested but they are yet to make an official approach for the Wales international.

Juventus want rid of West Ham and Everton target Ramsey

Niklas Sule says he is open to signing a new contract at Bayern Munich, but remains unsure of his future. The centre-back's contract expires at the end of the season and he has been linked with a move to the Premier League. But Sule says his future is "completely open" in an interview with <a href="https://www.sueddeutsche.de/sport/niklas-suele-fc-bayern-dfb-elf-1.5433372" target="_blank">Suddeutsche Zeitung</a>, adding: "First I have to be clear about what is best for me.&nbsp;I never said that I definitely had to go, I never said that I will definitely stay here."

Sule open to Bayern stay

Barcelona are determined to sign a new midfielder in January. The Spanish side missed out on Georginio Wijnaldum in the summer and decided to sell Ilaix Moriba to RB Leipzig after he refused to commit to a new contract. <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/opinion/barca-busca-centrocampista-12186029" target="_blank">Sport</a>&nbsp;reports Barca are still on the search for a new star to strengthen their midfield options and will push to bring someone in when the next transfer window opens.

Barca continue search for new midfielder

AC Milan will try to sell Samu&nbsp;Castillejo and Andrea Conti in the January transfer window. Castillejo has played just one minute of Serie A football so far this season and right-back Conti has not made the team. <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-programmate-due-cessioni-a-gennaio-cifre-e-dettagli-32406" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>&nbsp;reports the club are ready to offload them at the next opportunity but do not expect to get much for them.

AC Milan to sell two players in January

Aymeric Laporte remains a top target for Real Madrid, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/real-madrid-pensa-a-un-difensore-del-city-79329" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The Spain international defender is another of those on Manchester City’s books that the Blancos are said to have on their recruitment radar.

Real still keen on City star Laporte

Xavi has, according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/primer-fichaje-pedido-xavi-fc-barcelona-20211008.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, told the Barcelona board that he would want Paul Pogba to be his first signing if a return to Camp Nou is to be made in 2022. The Blaugrana legend is being talked up as a successor to Ronald Koeman, with his sights set on landing a World Cup winning-midfielder that continues to run down his contract at Manchester United.

Xavi wants Pogba to be first Barca signing

While Chelsea are waiting to discover whether Antonio Rudiger will commit to a new contract at Stamford Bridge, there is better news when it comes to talks with Andreas Christensen. The Danish defender has said of discussions: ‘It’s hard to know how things will end up. There is a lot of talk. I will not say too much, but I think it looks good. “I am happy to be at Chelsea.”

Christensen closing on Chelsea contract

Ferran Torres is, according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/10/07/primera/1633624560_124135.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=MQ%3D%3D&amp;m4=bm9ybWFs&amp;m5=MjI%3D" target="_blank">AS</a>, set to become a transfer target for Real Madrid at some point in the near future. The Spain international forward is currently on the books of Premier League champions Manchester City.

Torres set to register on Real’s radar

Real Madrid have made signing Antonio Rudiger one of their top priorities for next summer. According to <a href="https://www.abc.es/deportes/real-madrid/abci-real-madrid-fichajes-coste-cero-202110080056_noticia.html" target="_blank">ABC</a>, the Spanish side believe they can lure the Germany international on a free transfer with the promise of matching his sporting ambitions. The centre-back has refused to sign a new deal at Chelsea and is wanted by Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.

Real Madrid prioritise Rudiger signing

Real Betis hope to sign Dani Ceballos on loan from Real Madrid in January,&nbsp;<a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/10/08/primera/1633651655_369656.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=MTI%3D&amp;m4=bm9ybWFs&amp;m5=MjI%3D&amp;m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=MTM%3D&amp;m4=bm9ybWFs&amp;m5=MjI%3D" target="_blank">AS</a>&nbsp;reports. The midfielder returned to the Spanish side after a year at Arsenal but he has not made an appearance so far this season. Betis hope to offer him a way back to first-team football in the next transfer window and are confident of their chances of landing him.

Betis want Ceballos on loan in January

AC Milan are keeping an eye on Pisa star Lorenzo Lucca. The 21-year-old striker joined Pisa from Palermo in July and has already scored six goals in seven Serie B matches. According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/il-milan-guarda-al-futuro-e-studia-lucca-il-bomber-del-pisa-e-l--64026" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>, the Rossoneri have been impressed by his start to life at Pisa and are showing interest in bringing him to San Siro.

AC Milan watching Lucca

Barcelona youngster Gavi is expected to sign a new contract at the club in the near future. <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211008/1001697362/gavi-barca-siempre.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reports the 17-year-old, who has featured five times in La Liga this season, is excited to sign an extension as negotiations with the club are going smoothly. Barca hope to commit him to a deal that will run to for a few years beyond 2023 - when his current one ends.

Gavi nears new Barcelona contract

Arsenal are plotting a swoop for Zenit St Petersburg striker Sardar&nbsp;Azmoun - according to <a href="https://www.onzemondial.com/" target="_blank">Onze Mondial</a>. The Gunners are looking at the 26-year-old as a possible replacement for Alexandre Lacazette, who is set to become a free agent next summer. Azmoun&nbsp;scored 19 goals in 24 games to fire Zenit to the Russian Premier League title last season.

Arsenal plotting swoop for Zenit’s Azmoun

Valencia and Real Betis are ready to do battle in the transfer market for Inter winger Alexis Sanchez - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-tre-club-vogliono-sanchez-33248" target="_blank">CalcioMercato</a>. Rayo Vallecano are also interested in the 32-year-old, whose current contract at San Siro is due to expire in 2023. Sanchez has fallen down the pecking order at Inter this term, and has yet to start a Serie A game under new head coach Simeone Inzaghi.

Valencia and Betis to battle for Sanchez

PSV winger&nbsp;Cody Gakpo is the subject of interest from Bayern Munich - as <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/bayern-monaco-coman-non-rinnova-c-e-l-erede-97735" target="_blank">CalcioMercato</a> reports. The German champions have targeted the 22-year-old amid fears that Kingsley Coman will leave the club at the end of the season. Gakpo is seen as the ideal replacement for Coman, with the Dutchman having recorded two goals and six assists in his first eight Eredivisie outings for PSV this term.

Bayern interested in Gakpo

Phil Foden is closing in on a new deal at Manchester City,&nbsp;according to <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1446067982342443014?s=20" target="_blank">Gazzetta Dello Sport</a>. The 21-year-old’s current contract is not due to expire until 2024, but the Premier League champions are eager to tie him down for an extra three years. Foden missed the start of the new season through injury, but has scored twice in six outings across all competitions since returning to action.

Foden closing in on new Man City deal

Paul Pogba has hinted at a possible return to Juventus amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding his contract situation at Manchester United. &nbsp; Pogba has spent the last five years&nbsp;on United's books, having returned to Old Trafford for a second spell after leaving Juve in an £89 million ($121m) deal back in 2016. &nbsp; The 28-year-old became one of the top midfielders in Europe during his time in Turin but has struggled for consistency with the Red Devils, and speculation over his future is raging now that he has entered the final year of his contract. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/pogba-hints-at-juventus-return-amid-manchester-united/j7xazz5tsm091w9xe5joe38td" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Pogba hints at Juventus return amid Man Utd uncertainty

Steve Bruce fears&nbsp;he might be sacked by Newcastle before his 1,000th game as a manager following the completion of a Saudi Arabian-backed takeover. The Premier League approved the sale of Newcastle&nbsp;to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) on Thursday, bringing an end to a saga that had been running for well over a year. A new era will now be ushered in at St James' Park as&nbsp;Mike Ashley's 14-year ownership spell comes to an end, and it has been suggested that Bruce will follow him out the exit door. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/bruce-admits-to-fearing-newcastle-sack-after-completion-of-saudi-/1hyus17ocmn9w1vky36r7cv587" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Bruce fearing Newcastle sack after Saudi takeover

Juventus and Inter are both eyeing Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/10/07/calciomercato-inter-juventus-sule-real-madrid-ancelotti-marotta/" target="_blank">CalcioMercato</a>. The 26-year-old’s current deal at Allianz Arena expires in June 2022, and he will be free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with any potential suitors in January. Juve and Inter would both like to sign Sule on a free transfer, but he could yet extend his stay at Bayern given he is still a key member of the first team.

Juve & Inter both eyeing Bayern’s Sule

Manchester City have joined the race to sign Espanyol starlet Mateo Joseph - according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10069443/Leeds-United-looking-beat-Manchester-City-race-sign-Mateo-Joseph-Fernandez.html" target="_blank">The Daily Mail</a>. Leeds United are also keen on the 19-year-old, who has previously been linked with Barcelona. City are planning to swoop in and beat the competition to Joseph’s signature, though, with it reported that he has a £1.2 million release clause in his current contract at Espanyol.

Man City join race for Espanyol starlet Joseph

AC Milan are eager to bring in Barcelona midfielder Alex Collado, according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211007/1001696934/silencioso-duro-dia-dia-collado.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The 22-year-old wants his future resolved by January after seeing a proposed move to Sheffield United fall through in the summer. Collado could end up at San Siro with Milan poised to swoop when the market reopens.

AC Milan eager to bring in Collado

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