🚨 Mo Salah's next move, Bruno Fernandes decision taken, Arsenal want French midfielder, Rashford update & more
Plus World Cup qualifiers Round-up and all the latest transfer update.
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Today’s top stories:
Mo Salah wanted by Galatasaray.
Jurgen Klopp defends Liverpool signing.
Updates on the future of Rashford, Rodri, Fernandes & more.
World Cup qualifiers round-up
What a goal from Cody Gakpo to help the Netherlands beat Finland 4-0 in their World Cup qualifier. After six matches in the qualifiers, the Dutch team have managed to win five and drawn the other one, keeping up their unbeaten record. Netherlands 4-0 Finland. [Pictures from UEFA]
World Cup qualifiers scores in full
Scotland 2-1 Belarus
Denmark 3-1 Greece
Netherlands 4-0 Finland
Lithuania 0-2 Poland
San Marino 0-4 Cyprus
Romania 1-0 Austria
Faroe Islands 2-1 Czechia
Croatia 3-0 Gibraltar
Arsenal
Arsenal are considering a move for Sevilla midfielder Lucien Agoume, 23, in the January transfer window. (Fichajes)
Palmeiras’ board of directors have approved the signing of Gabriel Jesus for the 2026 season. The decision, which was made by President Leila Pereira, aims to bring the striker back from Arsenal amid advanced negotiations. (Mixvale)
Barcelona
Marcus Rashford has set his heart on staying at Barcelona on a permanent basis - even with other big clubs circling. (Sunday Mirror)
Barcelona will not renew the contract of Poland striker Robert Lewandowski, 37, when his deal expires next summer. (Sport)
Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy will see his release clause drop in the summer of 2026 amid interest from the likes of Barcelona. His current release clause has been reported at €70M. (Sky Germany)
Chelsea
Chelsea are interested in signing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo, 26, but are unlikely to make a move for him in the January window. (Football Insider)
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Everton
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, 31 is set to extend his spell at Everton by signing a new long-term deal with the Toffees. (Times)
Galatasaray
Galatasaray are plotting a move to sign 33-year old winger Mohamed Salah when he eventually leaves Liverpool and could even explore a deal for the Egypt international as early as January. (Nefes)
Liverpool
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has come out to defender struggling summer signing. More details!
Liverpool are plotting a long-term bid to strengthen their midfield by targeting Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid. (TBR Football)
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Luton Town
Luton Town are closing in on a deal to appoint Jack Wilshere as their new manager. (talkSPORT)
Manchester City
Manchester City would be willing to listen to offers of around €65M for midfielder Rodri next summer if he doesn’t agree a new contract. Whether Real Madrid would be interested in the Spanish Ballon d’Or winner is not yet known. (Defensa Central)
Manchester United
Manchester United are now open to selling captain Bruno Fernandes and have held talks with Saudi Arabian officials over a blockbuster sale in 2026. (United In Focus)
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Newcastle United
Newcastle United will consider letting Danish forward William Osula, 22, leave on loan in January - but only if all their other striking options are fit. (Football Insider)
Nottingham Forest
Sean Dyche is emerging as the frontrunner to take over at Nottingham Forest should owner Evangelos Marinakis decide to cut his losses on Ange Postecoglou. (Sunday Telegraph)
Real Betis
Real Betis are ready to launch a January move to sign Real Madrid striker Gonzalo García on loan. (Fichajes)
Real Madrid
Former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane plans to return to management and would like to manage the France team. (Mirror)
Kylian Mbappé: “I was lucky to be able to play with Leo Messi. He is totally normal, he has respect for everyone. I never thought I’d play with him because my dream was always Real Madrid, I never thought about joining Barcelona in my life”.
Kylian Mbappé: “Cristiano Ronaldo has always been my role model, an example for me. I’m lucky to talk to him, he gives me advice, he helps me… he’s number one. He’s the reference of Real Madrid. People still dream and talk of Cristiano now”, told Movistar.
Real Madrid given slim chance of signing Premier League star in 2026. Full Story here!
Tottenham
Tottenham join seven way tussle with Premier League rivals for French sensational. More details!