Football gossip and transfer rumours: 4 November 2026

Younes Ebnoutalib

Reported interest

Tottenham Hotspur and Juventus have reportedly spoken to Younes Ebnoutalib’s representatives as Eintracht Frankfurt prepare a new contract and pay rise to keep him. Frankfurt’s long-term deal gives them leverage; any January approach could face a £20–30m valuation and likely rejection.

Riccardo Calafiori

Reported interest

Real Madrid have renewed interest in Riccardo Calafiori, with José Mourinho said to view him as a priority left‑back; Madrid have made initial enquiries while Arsenal intend to keep him and plan contract discussions later, and people close to the player are monitoring him.

Lamine Camara

Reported interest

Lamine Camara is being tracked by Liverpool as a January target amid Monaco’s need to raise funds; Monaco reportedly value him near £50m and TuttoMercatoWeb claim Liverpool are prepared to bid about $56m (€50m) as they seek midfield reinforcements.

Kyran Thompson

Reported interest

Kyran Thompson joined Newcastle United’s youth setup from Arsenal in the summer and signed his first professional contract there in September. He has impressed at under-21 level, scored regularly against senior opposition and was included in a Premier League matchday squad.

Lukas Nmecha

Reported interest

Lukas Nmecha’s contract situation is flagged as a current development, with his deal expiring at season’s end and no indication Leeds plan to keep him beyond that, suggesting he may leave or require a new contract decision next summer.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin

Reported interest

Reports suggest Dominic Calvert-Lewin is set to sign a contract extension at Leeds United despite recent rumours linking him with Manchester United, positioning him as the club’s likely main striker while Leeds consider other additions.

Folarin Balogun

Reported interest

Folarin Balogun has been made available by Monaco and is being shopped to Premier League clubs, with Manchester United, Everton, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle and Leeds among those said to have been made aware of his availability ahead of January.

Jacobo Ramon

Reported interest

Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly interested in Como defender Jacobo Ramon, but Real Madrid are said to hold a buy-back clause worth around €9m and currently sit in the strongest position to re-sign him next summer.

Alex Scott

Reported interest

Alex Scott is reported as Chelsea’s priority ahead of January, with the club open to replacing Enzo Fernandez and Scott described as open to joining Chelsea, though injury and valuation are noted as factors influencing any potential move.

Harrison Armstrong

Reported interest

Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Everton midfielder Harrison Armstrong as a potential January replacement, compiling weekly scouting reports and having made contact with his representatives. Everton are thought unlikely to sanction a sale, though Chelsea view him as an alternative to a big-money signing.

Lewis Miley

Reported interest

Newcastle midfielder Lewis Miley has been identified by Chelsea scouts as a possible January target, with regular scouting and weekly reports being compiled as Chelsea assess midfield options to replace Enzo Fernandez.

Felix Nmecha

Reported interest

Felix Nmecha is being tracked as a potential January option for Chelsea as they seek midfield reinforcements; Manchester United have scouted him too, but Dortmund value him highly and a reported €80m release clause may only activate in the summer, complicating any move.

Endrick

Reported interest

Arsenal have re‑entered the race to sign Endrick, who is struggling for regular minutes at Real Madrid and could leave on loan in January. Aston Villa are long‑term suitors too, while Arsenal reportedly prefer a permanent deal but could consider a loan depending on Madrid’s stance.

Eli Junior Kroupi

Reported interest

Eli Junior Kroupi is being monitored as a potential January target, with Arsenal reportedly preparing a bid. Bayern Munich and Paris Saint‑Germain are also linked, but Bournemouth are reluctant to sell mid‑season, so any winter move would be uncertain and competitive.

Cody Gakpo

Reported interest

Cody Gakpo was heavily linked with summer moves to Tottenham and Manchester City but remained at Liverpool after the club decided against selling; he has since continued to feature regularly under Andoni Iraola, reducing immediate transfer likelihood.

Guglielmo Vicario

Reported agreement

Guglielmo Vicario is on loan at Juventus from Tottenham and Juventus are reportedly preparing to make the move permanent next summer. Juventus have been impressed by his early-season form and an agreed fee of around €8m plus add-ons is being discussed.

Ivan Toney

Reported interest

Manchester United have placed Ivan Toney on a shortlist of potential January attacking reinforcements and are monitoring his situation as they assess options to cover injuries, though convincing him to leave Saudi Arabia would be a significant challenge.

Georges Mikautadze

Reported interest

Georges Mikautadze has confirmed he is open to a move to a big club, while reports link him with Tottenham interest and potential competition from Newcastle United and Barcelona, with Barcelona stated as his preferred destination if possible.

Alex Baena

Reported interest

Arsenal have renewed interest in Atletico Madrid winger Alex Baena as Arteta seeks attacking reinforcements, but Atletico are reluctant to sell in January and competition includes Bayern, Tottenham, Manchester City, Newcastle and Aston Villa, so any move may be delayed until summer.

Ollie Watkins

Reported interest

Ollie Watkins has completed a high-profile transfer from Aston Villa to Saudi side Al‑Hilal and is continuing his season there; his family have temporarily returned to the UK amid regional instability, though Watkins himself appears to be remaining with Al‑Hilal.

Gustavo Varela

Reported interest

Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham have all reportedly scouted Monza striker Gustavo Varela after his prolific start in Serie A; Monza value him highly, Benfica retain a sell-on share, and a January move is considered unlikely, making summer the likelier window.

Estevao

Reported interest

Estevao has attracted reported interest from several major clubs, with TeamTalk claiming Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, PSG and Barcelona have made ‘discreet’ moves, while Arsenal, Man City and Man United are also named as suitors amid talks over his future and a potential new deal.

Joel Piroe

Loan report

Joel Piroe is on loan from Leeds at West Ham with a clause making the deal permanent if West Ham secure promotion, so his long-term future hinges on the club’s Championship outcome and any managerial changes affecting that decision.

Vitor Roque

Reported interest

Everton are reported to be interested in Palmeiras striker Vitor Roque for 2027, but Palmeiras demand at least £44m which could complicate a January-style move; Everton have tracked other forwards and may only pursue Roque if finances and ownership permit.

Dennis Seimen

Reported interest

Manchester United are monitoring VfB Stuttgart goalkeeper Dennis Seimen as a long-term option while Inter and Atletico also scout him; Stuttgart consider him integral, are unlikely to sell in January and could demand a substantial fee if talks begin.

Lucas Perri

Loan report

Lucas Perri is on loan at Torino from Leeds United and remains under evaluation as Torino work on his development; the Italian club retain an option to buy him permanently next summer, so his performances could determine a permanent move.

Adam Wharton

Reported interest

Adam Wharton is reported as likely to leave Crystal Palace next summer amid a drop in form, with Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea named as suitors and prior interest from Real Madrid and Manchester City also noted.

Rayan Ait-Nouri

Reported interest

Rayan Ait-Nouri is reportedly open to leaving Manchester City and Manchester United are interested in signing him; talks could be complicated by the Manchester rivalry despite personal terms not being a stumbling block, so a January move remains possible but uncertain.

Gabriel Sara

Reported interest

Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara is being linked with a January departure, attracting interest from Newcastle United, Everton, Brighton and Aston Villa, while Napoli and Roma are monitoring. Reports say Galatasaray value him around €35–40m and clubs may need to bridge that gap.

Radu Dragusin

Loan report

Radu Dragusin is on a season-long loan at Fiorentina from Tottenham Hotspur and has started regularly; the loan contains an obligation for Fiorentina to sign him permanently once he reaches 22 appearances, making a permanent exit increasingly likely if he keeps featuring.

El Hadji Malick Diouf

Reported interest

El Hadji Malick Diouf is reported to have attracted interest from Liverpool and Chelsea, who have contacted his representatives ahead of potential moves in 2027; Brentford are expected to resist any departure given his long contract, and no formal offer has been made yet.

Murillo

Reported interest

Murillo is expected to attract transfer interest in 2027 with Manchester United linked and Liverpool reportedly identifying him as a potential replacement for Virgil van Dijk, yet current form and a strained relationship with Glasner may hinder big moves.

Ethan Nwaneri

Loan report

Ethan Nwaneri’s loan at Borussia Dortmund has cooled after a positive start, with his minutes decreasing and only 44 minutes across the last four matches. Arsenal will monitor the loan closely as limited playing time could affect his development and future integration at the Emirates.

Altay Bayındır

Loan report

Altay Bayındır is on loan at Celta Vigo from Manchester United but is out of favour, with Ionuț Radu preferred. Celta have a purchase option and a loan fee that reduces with appearances, while United continue to cover part of his wages.

Rio Ngumoha

Reported interest

Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha is being tracked by Bayern Munich, who may attempt to sign him in the next window amid their attacking injury issues. Liverpool recently extended his contract, but Bayern remain an interested party for a future transfer.

Antonio Cordero

Loan report

On loan at Cádiz from Newcastle, Antonio Cordero continues to score regularly, netting his fifth league goal and keeping a run of starts. His performances could influence Newcastle’s assessment of his development during the loan spell ahead of next season.

Rory Finneran

Loan report

Rory Finneran, on loan at Notts County, provided the assist in a 2‑0 win at Mansfield and is earning regular starts. His contributions suggest the loan is delivering valuable first‑team experience that Newcastle will monitor when planning his next steps.

Mahamadou Nagida

Reported interest

Mahamadou Nagida of Rennes is being monitored by Juventus and Manchester United ahead of January; Rennes are said to want to keep him until next summer, while several big clubs including PSG and Dortmund are also interested.

Tynan Thompson

Reported interest

Tynan Thompson joined Manchester United from Tottenham in the summer for an initial fee plus add-ons and is settling with the U21s while training with the senior side; United’s add-ons are tied to senior milestones and he is viewed as a potential first-team debut candidate this season.

Jean-Philippe Mateta

Reported interest

Jean-Philippe Mateta is expected to enter the final six months of his Crystal Palace contract in January and is widely reported to be available, with Tottenham, Manchester United and Nottingham Forest among clubs linked to a potential move.

Trent Alexander-Arnold

Reported interest

Linked with a possible Liverpool return on an initial loan from Real Madrid, Trent Alexander-Arnold remains subject to conflicting reports: some outlets suggest Liverpool interest and knock-on implications for Tottenham, while Fabrizio Romano denies talks and says a January move is unlikely.

Sem Steijn

Loan report

Feyenoord attacker Sem Steijn has fallen out of favour and is being recommended as a January loan target for Leeds United to boost their goalscoring. Data-led scouting and pundit recommendations have identified Leeds as a compatible destination for a winter move.

Brian Brobbey

Contract report

Brian Brobbey has committed his future to Sunderland by signing a new five-year contract, keeping the Netherlands international at the Stadium of Light and removing speculation over his future as Sunderland battle in the Premier League and Europa League.

Mo Salah

Reported interest

Mohamed Salah completed a summer move from Liverpool to Trabzonspor on a free and has since been a commercial and on-field success; reports also claim Turkish authorities are working on expedited naturalisation and a State Medal for Distinguished Service.

Dermot Mee

Loan report

Dermot Mee signed a new two-year deal in the summer to keep him at Old Trafford until 2028 and has now been handed his first senior Northern Ireland call-ups for November’s Nations League matches, providing competition for Pierce Charles and replacing Bailey Peacock-Farrell.

Braiden Graham

Reported interest

Braiden Graham is being positioned as Everton’s internal solution to reduce reliance on Thierno Barry, with first-team opportunities likely before any move. The piece suggests he could provide cover now and that a loan in January remains a realistic possibility to aid his development.

Fermin Lopez

Reported interest

Fermin Lopez is being tracked by Arsenal and Manchester United amid wider European interest, but Fichajes report he has no intention of leaving Barcelona. Arsenal are unlikely to pursue him in January and might revisit a summer approach, facing competition and Barca’s pull.

Ruud Nijstad

Reported interest

Ruud Nijstad is reportedly attracting interest from several top clubs, with Manchester United and Bayern Munich among those keen to sign the FC Twente centre-back next summer despite Twente having tied him to a contract until 2029.

Alejandro Balde

Reported interest

Alejandro Balde is reportedly open to leaving Barcelona in January to gain regular minutes, with Manchester United among interested clubs; Barcelona prefer a sale and value him at around €40m, and his representatives will listen to offers rather than a loan move.

Victor Munoz

Reported interest

Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring Victor Munoz’s progress at Liverpool, with the Spain international linked as a potential long-term target. Reports note Madrid’s interest alongside contractual nuances at Anfield, while Munoz has begun well after moving from Osasuna and faces competition for minutes.

Charlie Crew

Loan report

Charlie Crew is on a season-long loan at Walsall from Leeds, starting regularly and aiming to use senior minutes to accelerate his development and force himself into Leeds’ future plans while two years remain on his contract.

Harry Kane

Reported interest

Harry Kane has provided a timely update that he is extremely close to committing his future to Bayern Munich amid renewal talks, a development that is likely to rule him out as a January target for Manchester United.

Virgil van Dijk

Contract report

Liverpool are preparing to discuss a short-term contract extension to keep Virgil van Dijk at Anfield beyond 2026/27, with a 12-month deal plus options under consideration as the club balance his leadership role and long-term planning.

Otávio

Reported interest

Tottenham have scouted Cruzeiro goalkeeper Otávio, who is attracting Premier League interest including Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest; Cruzeiro value him highly and reportedly will not negotiate for less than €20m, making any move costly.

Pedro Porro

Reported interest

Barcelona remain interested in signing Pedro Porro from Tottenham and have contacted his entourage, but the move is stalled by Spurs’ steep valuation of around €70m and Barcelona’s insistence they will not meet that fee unless significant defensive sales are completed first.

Ronald Araujo

Loan report

Ronald Araujo is on loan at Liverpool from Barcelona and has impressed, but he says a permanent decision will wait until later in the season. Liverpool hold a reported purchase option and his form while on loan will influence whether they activate it.

Brian De Keersmaecker

Loan report

Brian De Keersmaecker is on an initial loan from Oxford United to Bristol City and is gradually integrating into Michael Skubala’s squad after injury-disrupted pre-season. He is competing for midfield minutes and has featured in recent matchday squads and a start against Bolton.

Hwang Hee-chan

Loan report

Hwang Hee-chan is on loan at Schalke from Wolverhampton Wanderers and has struggled for goals. Schalke hold a purchase option but will likely need improved form from the striker to consider triggering a permanent transfer.

George Campbell

Reported interest

West Brom have opened talks to extend captain George Campbell’s contract, aiming to secure his long-term future and deter reported interest from Celtic and others; a new deal could scupper summer approaches while the club push for promotion.

Dakarai Mafico

Loan report

Cardiff midfielder Dakarai Mafico looks set to leave on loan in January after slipping down the pecking order; manager Brian Barry-Murphy says a loan move is preferred to secure senior minutes, with Charlie Holt’s arrival adding competition.

Felix Horn Myhre

Reported interest

Felix Horn Myhre joined West Brom in the summer following scouting around Aune Heggebo and has begun to establish himself in the Championship, featuring in multiple positions and scoring recently as Albion push for promotion under James Morrison.

Harrison Ashby

Loan report

Harrison Ashby returned from injury during his loan at Luton, coming on late in a 2‑0 win and restoring match fitness. That cameo suggests a progressing rehabilitation while on loan as Newcastle assess his readiness for future involvement.

Harry Taylor

Loan report

Harry Taylor has joined Hornchurch on loan from Southend United until 3 January 2027 to gain playing time after limited first‑team action; he signed for Southend from Barnet in 2022 and has made nine appearances this season.

Anthony Munda

Reported interest

Anthony Munda is a loan signing providing energy and drive to Swindon’s midfield; he has become an important option as Ian Holloway seeks more creativity and intensity from his squad amid concerns over attacking output.

Jaylan Pearman

Reported interest

Jaylan Pearman is a loan player who has yet to make a consistent impact; the report notes he’s a longer-term project but has struggled for form and was recently left out of the matchday squad.

James Debayo

Reported interest

James Debayo remains on loan and has still not started a league game for Swindon; Holloway says Debayo has shown positive signs in training but the club may demand more production from loan signings by January.

Sam Inwood

Reported interest

Sam Inwood, another loan arrival, has impressed in limited starts but has been hampered by two hamstring injuries; Swindon see potential but need greater availability and impact from their loan options.

Kaelan Majekodunmi

Reported interest

Kaelan Majekodunmi, signed from the Australian lower leagues, has been an unexpected success as a reliable, physical centre-back who addresses Swindon’s need for League Two robustness in defence.

Joseph Hungbo

Reported interest

Joseph Hungbo, one of Swindon’s attacking summer signings, has shown dazzling moments but is affected by a lingering knee problem that has dented confidence and limited his ability to consistently lift the team’s attacking output.

Louis Dennis

Signing reported

Louis Dennis has signed permanently for Truro City after his release from Torquay United, joining the Tinners as a free agent on a deal running to the end of the National League South season. He has said he’s excited to start at his new club.

Alfie Cerulli

Loan report

Alfie Cerulli has joined Brentwood Town on a permanent transfer following an initial loan from Billericay Town, the move described as completed for an undisclosed fee after his productive loan spell.