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Liverpool to move for Smit

Liverpool are "seriously considering" trying to sign Netherlands sensation Kees Smit. According to Soccer News, the Reds have been monitoring the AZ star for several months and are hoping to beat La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona to his signature.

Rashford's agent meets with Chelsea and Spurs

Marcus Rashford's agent has met with representatives of Chelsea and Tottenham to discuss the forward's future, according to El Nacional.

The forward is on loan at Barcelona but there's no guarantee yet he will sign for the Catalans permanently from Manchester United. Rashford is currently keeping his options open, with Chelsea and Spurs having made contact with his agent Dwayne Maynard about a possible summer transfer.

Chelsea increasingly eager to land Elliot Anderson

Chelsea are reportedly very interested in signing 23-year-old English international Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.

According to a report from Caught Offside, Chelsea are very keen on beating Manchester United and Manchester City to Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson’s signature. The 23-year-old has been a key player for the Premier League club, and he has done quite well at the international level with England as well.

Juventus contemplate massive contract to sign Maignan

Juventus are considering making an offer worth €5–6 million per season as they look to beat Chelsea to the signature of AC Milan shot-stopper Mike Maignan. The French goalkeeper’s future has been a big talking point for months. His current deal with AC Milan runs out at the end of the season, and he doesn’t seem keen on extending his stay at the club. Since he could potentially be available for free, multiple top clubs from across Europe are after his signature.

Juventus and Chelsea are believed to be front-runners to sign the 30-year-old, and they look set to battle it out. According to a report from Juvelive.it, the Old Lady are contemplating putting forward a €5–6 million-a-year offer to convince Maignan to snub a move to Stamford Bridge in favour of joining them in Turin.

Manchester City lining up big-money move for Arda Guler

Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City are ready to break the bank and fork out €100 million to sign Real Madrid sensation Arda Guler. The Turkish gem has been one of the standout performers for Real Madrid in the ongoing campaign. He has excelled since shifting into a midfield role under Xabi Alonso, and his exceptional work has placed him on the radar of some of the biggest clubs.

According to a report from Fichajes, Manchester City are very keen on signing the 20-year-old, who is considered one of the best young players in the world. The Premier League giants are preparing a blockbuster offer to secure his services. They are willing to table a €100 million offer to strike a deal with Los Blancos.

Man Utd agree to Zirkzee exit — inform Roma of asking price

Manchester United have reportedly agreed to sanction the departure of Joshua Zirkzee in January, with Roma pushing to secure the frustrated Dutch striker in a loan deal that includes an option to buy. With the 24-year-old desperate for regular minutes to keep his World Cup hopes alive, United have now informed the Italian club what it will take to get a deal over the line next month.

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Manchester United have decided they are willing to allow Zirkzee to leave Old Trafford during the January transfer window, marking a major shift after months of uncertainty surrounding the striker’s future. Roma have emerged as his most serious suitor, and negotiations have begun between the two clubs over a loan deal that would include an option to buy.

Konate reveals he will announce future plans 'very soon'

Ibrahima Konate has revealed that a final decision on his future at Liverpool will be made soon amid strong interest from Real Madrid. The French centre-back has entered the final part of his five-year contract with the English champions that he signed in 2021.

Ahead of France's dead-rubber World Cup qualifying game against Azerbaijan in Baku on Sunday, Konate addressed questions on his future as he told reporters: "My agents continue to discuss with Liverpool. I hope my decision will be made very soon so I can announce it."

The defender rubbished rumours which claimed that Liverpool have already approached him with a new contract, as he added: "I don’t know where that’s coming from."

Ferguson hails 'outstanding' Man Utd summer signing

Legendary former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson heaped praise on new Manchester United signing Senne Lammens

Speaking on Raceday RTV, Ferguson said: "There are signs, the manager has had some good signs. Particularly the goalkeeper has been outstanding, he’s only played three or four games and he’s looking really good. Of course, Mbeumo and Cunha, the new players from Wolves and Brentford, they’ve added to it. I hope the manager gets a bit of success because at United you need to have success - the signs are getting better. I think back-to-back wins is something teams like United should always expect. But having gone through a cycle where the improvement has to come by waiting and being patient, they’ll enjoy it now."

Last dance for Messi? Son of Barca icon reacts to transfer talk

Lionel Messi continues to see a "last dance" at Barcelona speculated on, with it possible that a loan return to Catalunya could be agreed early in 2026.

Cruyff, who represented Barca as a player before becoming the club’s sporting director, is not convinced that Messi will head back to familiar surroundings. He told reporters, as covered by SPORT, when quizzed on that shock transfer talk: "One last dance? I don’t know what his plans are, so I can’t answer that, but he’s a very special player because of everything he’s meant since he was a child. My father has also left at times in better shape and at other times in worse shape, but the affection becomes mutual again over time. What is clear is that the one who decides his destiny and his future, when and how, is Leo, just as my father did."

Mbappe 'calls Konate every two hours' over joining Madrid

Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he gets calls from compatriot Kylian Mbappe every two hours to sign for Real Madrid. The French defender is in the final year of his contract and from January, he will be able to hold pre-contract talks with clubs abroad.

Speaking to Telefoot, Konate said Mbappe "calls me every two hours to sign for Real Madrid."