The transfer window may have passed in Europe's top five leagues, but there's still plenty of things to do this summer. And with just four months to go until the January transfer window opens, the rumour mill is just around the corner! Transfer Talk brings you all the latest news, and you can check out our list of the top completed transfers.
MAIN NEWS: Martial close to signing for Flamengo
A breakthrough has been reached between Flamengo and the representatives of the former Manchester United striker Antonio Martial on the negotiations for a free transfer, reports Nicolo Schira.
The 28-year-old, who became a free agent after his contract at Old Trafford expired in the summer, is reported to have received offers from three different clubs but it is the Brazilian Serie A side who have made the best offer.
Fabrizio Romano reported on Thursday that Martial had been identified as a replacement for injured Flamengo striker Pedro, and talks are believed to be ongoing as they look to bolster their attack.
Martial started five Premier League games last season and has also recently been linked with Galatasaray and AEK Athens.
PAPER GOSSIP
– Liverpool want to give a central defender Virgil van Dijk According to Football Insider, manager Arne Slot sees the 33-year-old as a key part of his plans and initial talks have already taken place with his representatives. The player entered the final 12 months of his contract in the summer and is free to sign a pre-contractual agreement with a club outside the Premier League from January.
– Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah The 28-year-old has stated his intention to leave the club when his contract expires next summer. During an interview with the Suddeutsche Zeitung, he said: “My decision is as clear as before. I will not renew my contract.” Tah, who excelled for Germany at the European Championships, was linked with Barcelona during the summer.
– Arsenal are interested in the Brentford winger Bryan MbeumoThe 25-year-old is reported to have impressed scouts at the Gunners, who considered signing him before the summer transfer window closed. Mbeumo has made an impressive start to the new campaign for the Bees, scoring three goals in three games, including a brace in a 3-1 win over Southampton.
– Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic could consider leaving the Etihad Stadium, Football Insider reports. The return of Ilkay Gündogan He is believed to have caused concerns over the amount of game time he will get under manager Pep Guardiola, which could see him seek a move when the January transfer window opens. He has recently been linked with Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr.
– Two Premier League clubs are keeping a close eye on the Swansea City midfielder Azeem AbdulaiAs reported by Team Talk, both West Ham United and Bournemouth are interested in the 21-year-old, who has impressed in the EFL Championship this season in three appearances in total. Abdulai has four caps for Scotland at under-21 level.
