Here’s the latest round-up of transfer rumours and managerial talk.
Dominik Szoboszlai: Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, 25, is reportedly on the radar of both Real Madrid and Manchester City. Interest from those two clubs keeps the Hungary international among this winter’s most talked-about midfield targets.
Kobbie Mainoo: Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is reportedly receptive to a loan move to Napoli in January. United are said to prefer a temporary switch rather than allowing the England midfielder to leave permanently.
Vinicius Jr: Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr, 25, is in a contract stalemate after seeking pay on par with Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappé. The disagreement over terms is fueling speculation that the Brazilian could be nearing an exit from the Bernabéu.
Nicolas Paz: Chelsea have reportedly approached Como about 21-year-old Argentine playmaker Nicolas Paz, checking the youngster’s availability as they monitor attacking options.
Alessandro Bastoni: Liverpool are said to be prepared to offer around £88 million (about €100m) to sign Inter Milan centre-back Alessandro Bastoni, 26, as they look to strengthen their defence.
Andy Robertson: Long-serving Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson, 31, is expected to leave Anfield when his contract expires next summer. The Scotland international has already held talks with Celtic over a potential return to Scotland.
Niclas Fullkrug: Wolfsburg are exploring a January move for West Ham striker Niclas Fullkrug, 32, with Augsburg also linked. Fullkrug has reportedly been given permission to seek a new club as the Hammers assess their options.
Nicolas Jackson: Bayern Munich have no plans to terminate Nicolas Jackson’s loan early, but the Bundesliga side are unlikely to make the Chelsea loanee a permanent signing at the end of the season.
Eddie Howe: Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe retains the full backing of the club’s Saudi owners and new chief executive David Hopkinson despite a disappointing start to the campaign.
Antonio Conte: Napoli coach Antonio Conte does not intend to resign amid the club’s difficult run. He is expected to hold talks with owner Aurelio De Laurentiis in the coming days as they seek to address the team’s struggles.
