Barca & Inter eye Chelsea star Fernandez

Enzo Fernandez's future at Chelsea has been called into question after he was dropped by Enzo Maresca.

According to The Sun, the Argentine midfielder could be offered a route out of London as Barcelona and Inter are keeping a close eye on his situation with a view to snapping him up.

Marseille director laughs off Pogba links

Marseille sporting director Medhi Benatia was asked about a possible move for Paul Pogba.

The midfielder is nearing his return to football and has been linked with the French side, but Benatia would not be drawn on the issue, saying to Tuttosport: "Pogba is a Juve player, I don't dare to comment. On a human level I'm happy that his suspension has been reduced and that he can return to play soon."

Bayern to battle Liverpool for Marmoush

Bayern Munich are interested in signing Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt, according to a report from Sky in Germany.

The Egypt star is being monitored by Liverpool as a possible replacement for Mohamed Salah, but Vincent Kompany and director Max Eberl are eager to bring him to Bavaria.

Newcastle target Arsenal's Jesus in case Isak leaves

Newcastle have set their sights on Gabriel Jesus to replace Alexander Isak, a report in Team Talk says.

The Magpies are faced with the possibility of losing Alexander Isak, with the Gunners said to be targeting the Swede, and could find the replacement in north London.

Premier League club want to sign Endrick on loan

Per Fichajes, Endrick could be on the move early in 2025. With Real eager to find him regular game time, a loan switch elsewhere may be sanctioned. Finding a taker for the South American will be relatively straightforward, with clubs across Europe, including Premier League's Tottenham Hotspur and Serie A giants Juventus ready to bring him onto their books.

Liverpool eyeing move for Ait-Nouri

Per Football Insider, Liverpool are tracking the progress of Wolves full-back Rayan Ait-Nouri and are considering signing him for a cut-price deal. The player too is open to move to Anfield and is being considered as a long-term replacement for Andy Robertson.

Dieter Hecking joins Bochum as head coach

German head coach Dieter Hecking has formally joined Bundesliga club VFL Bochum on Monday on a short-term deal. The official statement from the club read, "VfL Bochum 1848 has a new head coach: Dieter Hecking takes over the position and will coach the blue-whites' professional squad until the end of the season."

Under-fire Gerrard could leave Al-Ettifaq

Per Al-Youm, the Al-Ettifaq management are considering a change in leadership and could part ways with Steven Gerrard. They are expected to take a final call by the end of this week. The Liverpool legend was booed and jeered by Al-Ettifaq fans after the club's disappointing loss at home against Al-Qadisiyah last weekend in a Saudi Pro League clash and on Monday, he did not turn for a pre-match press conference.

Lampard could manage Roma

Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has emerged as a shock candidate to take over at AS Roma, as pressure continues to build on Ivan Juric. Juric under pressure at Stadio Olimpico. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, former Juventus and Inter star Paulo Sousa – who has previously spent time coaching at Fiorentina and Salernitana - is the favourite to take over at Roma, however, the ex-England star also features in the club's shortlist.

Edu set to leave Arsenal

Per the Daily Mail, Arsenal sporting director Edu is in talks over leaving his role, with head coach Mikel Arteta set to lose a key ally. The Brazilian spent four years as a player at Arsenal and was a part of the 'Invincibles' squad. In 2019, Edu was appointed as the club's sporting director and it was under his leadership that the Gunners completed several key signings, including Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard.

Van Nistelrooy reveals his stance on staying on at Man Utd

Ruud van Nistelrooy wants to stay at Manchester United even after Ruben Amorim takes charge of the team next week.

Speaking to Premier League Productions after the Chelsea clash, the 48-year-old told former teammate Paul Scholes, "Before I came to United I was looking to manage, no doubt about that. When United came in with this opportunity, for me, it was a fantastic opportunity. I wanted to be here and I put that [management ambitions] aside. For me, that was a deliberate decision to come here and help out. I just want to stay and do the same thing and, for me, that's my focus for the moment."

Guardiola opens up on De Bruyne's future

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola remained tight-lipped on Kevin De Bruyne's contract situation as he refused to reveal whether the English champions have initiated talks with the star midfielder over a new deal. When the manager was asked about the Belgian's future at Etihad Stadium, he said, "I don’t know."

Amorim 'not enough' to convince Gyokeres to move

Viktor Gyokeres has snubbed the idea of following Ruben Amorim to Manchester United, according to Record. United's hopes if landing the Swedish hotshot had been pinned on the player's desire to work under Amorim once again but, with that not enough to convince Gyokeres to join, it appears United will have to look elsewhere for a prolific centre-forward. He has been linked with Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool in recent weeks.

Alphonso Davies given 'options to renew' at Bayern

Bayern Munich have not given up hope that they will secure Alphonso Davies' future at the club, despite rumours linking the Canadian full-back away. As per Football Addict, the club's sporting director, Max Eberl, said: "There are options for him to renew." The defender's contract expires at the end of the season and can agree terms with a foreign club in January.

PSG chasing Geovany Quenda but face competition

Paris Saint-Germain are leading the pack hunting the signature of Sporting CP's Geovany Quenda but face stiff competition, according to Footmercato. The 17-year-old has been attracting interest from some of Europe's biggest clubs this season including Manchester City and Manchester United. The latter will feel optimistic that their new managerial appointment of Sporting CP's Ruben Amorim could put their noses infront.

Manchester United want Sunderland ace

Manchester United are chasing the signing of Chris Rigg, the Sunderland teenage sensation creating waves in the Championship. Football Insider report that the Red Devils see him as one of Ruben Amorim's newest signings to transform the midfield.

Pogba is ready to return

Paul Pogba is gearing up for a return to football after his doping ban was reduced. But where does his future lie?

Madrid identify four new centre-half options

Real Madrid have created a shortlist for new central defensive recruits ahead of the January transfer window. Los Blancos conceded four goals against Barcelona in El Classico to expose their defensive woes and believe their options at the back need shoring up. They have identified Palmeiras' Vitor Reis, Bayer Leverkusen's Jonathan Tah, RB Leipzig's Castello Lukeba and Al-Nassr's Aymeric Laporte as potential signings.