Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Ten Hag open to Ronaldo departure

Posted Tuesday, October 04, 2022 by Goal.com

Top clubs in Italy keep tabs on Milinkovic-Savic

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is attracting interest from several top clubs across Italy, according to Gazette dello Sport. The 27-year-old midfielder was touted for a move to the Premier League last summer but nothing materialised.

The Serbian may see the World Cup as the ideal time to put himself in the shop window and perhaps force a move away from Lazio after strong performances over the past few seasons.

Xavi calls for Messi to be left in peace

Lionel Messi's future is becoming a hot topic as his PSG deal runs out in the summer of 2023. His former club Barcelona have emerged as a potential suitor if he choses not to extend his stay in the French capital, but ex-teammate and current Barca manager Xavi has asked for Messi to be left in peace as he decides his next move.

"Let's leave him in peace to enjoy his time in Paris and wish him all the best," Messi's former teammate said.

Arsenal to offer Saka new contract

Football.London are reporting that Arsenal are set to offer star man Bukayo Saka a bumper new contract worth £200,000 a week. The England attacker has been a key man in Arteta's vision for Arsenal and his contribution to the teams success is set to be rewarded.

Benitez in line for Forest job

After another humbling defeat, Steve Cooper's job at Nottingham Forest looks to be on the line. Should the Forest hierarchy pull the trigger, ex-Liverpool and Everton boss Rafa Benitez is in line to replace him at the City Ground.

Ten Hag will not stop Ronaldo from leaving Man Utd

After a turbulent summer, Cristiano Ronaldo remained at Old Trafford. He was linked with various clubs throughout Europe but manager Erik Ten Hag insisted the Portuguese legend was part of his plans. However, The Telegraph has now reported that the Dutch manager will now not stand in Ronaldo's way should he want to leave Manchester United in January or beyond.