Getty ImagesWestern Sydney Wanderers FC have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Tomas Mejías.
Mejias originally came up through the Real Madrid system before going on to play for Middlesbrough, Rayo Vallecano, Omonia and Dinamo Bucuresti.
He most recently played in Turkey with Ankaraspor, featuring 17 times.
MSV Duisberg have hired Hagen Schmidt as the club's new coach.
The club announced on Monday that Schmidt has signed on, having previously coached at Borussia Mochengladbach's youth performance center.
Club president Ingo Wald said: “Hagen Schmidt fulfills our requirement profile: stabilizing the team, developing it for the future, but above all playing successfully.
"He absolutely convinced us in his analysis of the team, the situation and the way he could get out of it. With his enthusiasm, his straightforward approach, his precise demeanor and his expertise, he has the tools to get the required points."
Johnny Russell says that Ryan Gauld has the talent to play in the Premier League.
Gauld has shined since joining the Vancouver Whitecaps, and his fellow Scot Russell says he could someday play at England's top level.
Chelsea have taken Wrexham's 16-year-old left-back Daniel Davies on a week-long trial amid a six-month-long aim to fill a gap in their academy.
Davies has had trial offers from Liverpool, Brighton and Stoke City, and there would be no compensation required if Chelsea were to sign him.
Jules Kounde's agent is set to hold talks with Manchester United, accordign to El Nacional.
The Sevilla defender has been linked to Chelsea and Real Madrid, but sees a move to Old Trafford as the best place to earn playing time and further his development.
Kounde's future fee could come closet to the one Man Utd paid to make Harry Maguire the most expensive defender ever upon his move from Leicester.
Saint-Etienne are set to part ways with Claude Puel, reports RMC Sport.
The club is winless this season and are set to sack Puel in the near future.
A crisis meeting has been held to determine what the next step should be for the club.
Kevin De Bruyne has urged team-mate Raheem Sterling to accept rotation and see the bigger picture at Manchester City.
Sterling recently said he was open to leaving the club and, while De Bruyne can understand why, he hopes the winger can be convinced to stay.
Roberto Martinez, Steven Gerrard and Unai Emery are on Newcastle's shortlist as the club eyes a new manager.
According to the Times, the trio are among the candidates to replace Steve Bruce, who look set to leave the club upon the arrival of new ownership.
Bruce is expected to stay with the club until a replacement is confirmed.
Charlotte FC have signed Jordi Alcivar from Ecuadorian side LDU Quito, the club announced.
Alcivar, who has signed a four-year deal with the incoming MLS club, will finish the season in Ecuador before reporting to his new club in January.
“We’re delighted to welcome Jordy to Charlotte FC as he becomes the 8th player in Club history. He brings balance to our midfield and can control the game with and without the ball at his feet,” said Charlotte FC Sporting Director, Zoran Krneta.
“He comes from a well-respected league in South America and is very experienced for a player of his age. In Jordy, we add another player to our roster who has experience in big moments for club and country, and we look forward to getting him to Charlotte for preseason in January.
Leeds and Newcastle have joined Burnley in the hunt for Chelsea playmaker Ross Barkley, claims 90min.
The England international faces fierce competition for places at Stamford Bridge and could be on the move when the winter window swings open.
Luka Jovic is now a top target for Arsenal heading towards the January transfer window, claims Defensa Central.
The Gunners are eager to get another striker onto their books and believe they can rekindle a spark in a frontman that has flopped badly at Real Madrid.
Liverpool are in the mix for Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski, reports Fichajes.
The prolific Pole continues to see a move in 2022 mooted, with those at Anfield keeping a close eye on developments.
GettyNeymar is, according to UOL, fully committed to the Paris Saint-Germain contract he has signed through to 2025.
Questions have been asked of the Brazilian’s future plans after he admitted that the 2022 World Cup could bring his international career to a close.
Milan are still keen on signing Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara - according to Calcio Mercato.
The Rossoneri have been following the 21-year-old's development over the past few years, and could formalise their interest in 2022.
Milan are looking at Kamara as a possible replacement for Franck Kessie, who has been strongly linked with a move away from San Siro.
William Saliba won't return to Arsenal early from his loan spell at Marseille - according to Telefoot.
The 20-year-old is contracted to spend the duration of the 2021-22 season at Stade Velodrome, but it has been suggested that the Gunners could bring him back in January.
Saliba has impressed at Marseille so far, fueling rumours of a return to Emirates Stadium, but he will continue his development in France through to next summer.
Sampdoria midfielder Morten Thorsby is the subject of interest from Inter - according to Calcio Mercato.
The 25-year-old has less than two years left to run on his current contract, and talks over a renewal have stalled in recent weeks.
Inter are now weighing up a January move for Thorsby, who could be made available for around €15 million (£13m/$17m) when the transfer window reopens.
Lille are open to selling Portuguese midfielder Renato Sanches next year.
The 24-year-old has been linked with Liverpool and Tottenham in the past, and the French giants are ready to sanction his departure if they receive a suitable offer.
Lille president Olivier Letang has told BFM Lille: "I have already discussed this with him.
“If an offer from a big club arrives, Renato will be able to leave. We will see what will happen."
Chelsea could recall Billy Gilmour from Norwich six months early - according to The Daily Express.
The 20-year-old is taking in a season-long loan at Carrow Road, but the Blues may bring him back in January if he is not afforded more playing time in the coming weeks.
Norwich manager Daniel Farke has said of Gilmour's recent absence from his starting XI: "There is no pressure (to play Gilmour). We are not here to develop players for other clubs, we are here to win points for this club."
Barcelona will try to sign RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo once again in January - according to El Nacional.
The Spanish giants wanted to bring in the 23-year-old in the summer window, but a final deal never came to fruition.
Olmo will be back on their agenda in the new year, though, with Barca eager to re-sign a man who began his career in their La Masia academy.