) Mirror Football reports that Wharton aims to feature in Champions League football at his next club. He is currently Manchester United’s top transfer target, but with Ruben Amorim at the helm, the club’s chances of qualifying for Europe’s elite competition appear slim.
) With Konaté possibly on his way out, transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri says Liverpool are eyeing Jérémy Jacquet as a potential solution to replace the struggling defender.
) With the January transfer window opening in a couple of weeks, Football Insider reports that Liverpool have set the asking price for Konaté, who could leave after this season.
) CaughtOffside reports that PSG have made the forward a top offensive target and are prepared to spend around €50 million if Barcelona decide against activating their purchase clause.
Football Insider reports that PSG are increasingly viewed as a realistic landing spot for Marcus Rashford, who is currently on loan at Barcelona, next summer, with Barcola potentially heading the other way to Manchester United.
Despite Real Madrid’s interest in the Liverpool standout fading, Everton’s former CEO, Keith Wyness, believes Konaté could attract interest from both Bayern Munich and PSG.
RMC Sport reports that Arsenal have stepped up their pursuit of Bouaddi, with sporting director Andrea Berta already speaking with the midfielder’s camp.
BBC Sport reports that Upamecano, long on Real Madrid’s radar, is deep into talks about extending his stay with Bayern Munich. The defender’s contract is up at the end of the summer, and several Premier League sides — Man United, Liverpool, Man City and Chelsea — have been linked to the 27-year-old.
TEAMtalk reports that Brugge are willing to negotiate a January move, and Ordóñez is prepared to take that step, with England viewed as the strongest option for his next club.
) Defensa Central reports that Rodrygo has formally requested to leave Real Madrid. While the Brazilian winger knows a January transfer is unlikely, he is optimistic about a summer move.
TALKSport reports that officials in Saudi Arabia have begun putting pieces in place for a possible deal that could make Vinicius Junior the highest-paid player in the sport.
) According to SPORT, Barcelona are still debating whether to trigger Marcus Rashford’s €30 million clause. While they sort out that decision, the club is also considering other targets, including Lyon’s Malick Fofana and RB Leipzig’s Antonio Nusa.
Sergio Ramos has decided to leave Monterrey and is looking for another run in Europe to have a shot at being called up for the 2026 World Cup, and has been offered to Milan, among other clubs, by agents and intermediaries, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
The Daily Mail’s Jack Gaughan reports that Trafford is already looking to leave Manchester City, just five months after his £27 million summer move. He had been brought in as City’s new No.
Fichajes reports that PSG recognizes the situation regarding their young star is sensitive. Doué is seen not just as a medium-term sporting asset but as a key piece in the club’s broader plan for renewal.
) According to Fichajes, Real Madrid is keeping a close eye on the situation and feels there’s a real chance to secure an early understanding with the French defender.
Liverpool remain active in discussions with Konaté’s representatives, and after Real Madrid’s recent move, many anticipated a new contract at Anfield would be finalized.
) Football Insider reports that PSG are keeping a close eye on Marcus Rashford’s situation at Barcelona. The French club is considering a move for the 28-year-old, who is on loan from Manchester United in Spain.
) Football Insider reports that Liverpool’s pursuit of PSG midfielder Vitinha may only happen if the club were to offload Mohamed Salah to Saudi Arabia.
According to La Repubblica, Arsenal have contacted Yildiz’s representatives as they prepare a possible bid. Meanwhile, Juventus are understood to value the young Turkish forward at roughly £85 million.
TEAMtalk’s Dean Jones broke down what went wrong for the player, why a move to the Bernabeu is no longer happening, and how Liverpool benefited from the stalled transfer.
) “No, I don’t think so,” Kimmich told TNT Sport when asked if Arsenal were the toughest team Bayern had faced this year (h/t ESPN). “I think PSG was the toughest one.
Paris Saint-Germain are preparing an audacious attempt to lure Erling Haaland away from Manchester City, with reports from Fichajes claiming the French champions are willing to table a €200 million offer for the Norwegian superstar in the coming months.