Premier League giants Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Borussia Dortmund's Germany midfielder Felix Nmecha. Liverpool is said to view the 26-year-old, valued at £84m, as a potential alternative to Bournemouth's 23-year-old England international Alex Scott.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid's England right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly considering his future at the club. Frustration over a lack of playing time has led to this contemplation, with his former club Liverpool among those monitoring the 28-year-old's situation.
In other transfer news, Aston Villa's Argentina midfielder Emiliano Buendia, 29, is reportedly close to agreeing a new contract following positive talks. Manchester United's 16-year-old English forward JJ Gabriel's exit is said to be imminent, with Real Madrid making a significant offer and Barcelona and Bayern Munich also interested. United are also monitoring Roma's 23-year-old Brazil full-back Wesley for a potential January transfer.
Liverpool's 18-year-old England winger Rio Ngumoha has reportedly distanced himself from a move to Arsenal, stating that contract extension talks at Liverpool are "going well." Former Real Madrid and Spain centre-back Sergio Ramos, 40, is exploring a return to Europe and La Liga, with Getafe reportedly keen.
Off the pitch, Manchester United might face competition from Juventus for 57-year-old Italian Antonio Conte if they decide to sack head coach Michael Carrick. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler, 33, linked to Manchester United recently, is reportedly relaxed about his long-term future after an impressive start to the season.