The transfer window may be closed in Europe's top five leagues, but the rumours are still swirling! Transfer Talk brings you the latest news, updates, comings and goings and of course, deals done!
TOP STORY: Manchester City face possible sanction if found guilty
Several top European clubs are looking to swoop on Manchester City stars if the club is found guilty of fraud, according to the Mirror.
The media claims that Real Madrid has its sights set on the Ballon d'Or contender Rodriwhile people like Erling Haaland, Phil Foden and Kevin De Bruyne All have been linked with possible moves if City are suspended or worse.
City, who were held to a 2-2 draw by Arsenal on Sunday, continue to maintain their innocence against the 115 charges brought against them in a hearing that began last week and will continue for the next 10 weeks. However, that has not stopped several clubs from preparing to act if the Citizens are hit with significant sanctions.
Several agents representing City are also said to have contacted the club for clarification, with the players themselves increasingly concerned about the potential impact if Man City are found guilty of any wrongdoing.
PAPER GOSSIP
– The dismissal of Daniele de Rossi as AS Roma coach – and the subsequent resignation of chief executive Lina Souloukou – could have an impact From Paulo Dybala According to Calciomerato, Dybala's future at the club is long-term. There was reportedly a bitter disagreement between De Rossi and Souloukou over how many games the Argentine should play; the result was a clause in Dybala's contract stating that if he played more than 14 games, a renewal would automatically be triggered. A potential renewal could see Roma having to shell out up to €30 million over its duration, meaning a January transfer could become a real possibility.
– Barcelona lead a number of clubs, including some from the Premier League, interested in the PSV Eindhoven midfielder Jerdy Schoutenaccording to Fabrizio Romano. Barca scouts are among those who regularly turn up to watch the 27-year-old in action, but they could be put off by the Dutch club's €35m valuation.
– Sport believes Alfonso Davies Bayern Munich will leave their club for Real Madrid next summer, and this season will be nothing more than a “long goodbye.” Canadian full-back Davies' contract expires in June next year, so he is free to negotiate with other clubs in January. Bayern have so far failed to convince the highly-rated 23-year-old to renew his contract and now risk losing him for nothing.
– Manchester City will face Real Madrid for the signing of the Bayern Munich star Jamal MusialaAccording to Teamtalk, the Citizens are reportedly preparing an £84m bid for the 21-year-old, but Madrid are looking to boost their firepower as Brahim Diaz's injury exposes the lack of depth in their attack. Manchester United and Liverpool are also said to be monitoring the situation.
– Real Madrid keeping tabs on RB Leipzig centre-back Lukeba Castleaccording to Marca. The whites They watched the Frenchman in action against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League last week and believe the 21-year-old, who has made his debut for France, could be a star in the long term. Lukeba is said to be valued at around €40m.
