Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Antony, Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes

Thursday morning's headlines:

Will Liverpool look to bring in a midfielder in January despite Curtis Jones, Ryan Gravenberch displays? Transfer expert view

Liverpool expert David Lynch believes that Liverpool could still be in the market for a midfielder despite the form of players like Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch. Read more.

Barcelona 'could battle Liverpool' for signature of highly-rated centre-back

Barcelona allegedly identify Sevilla centre-back Loic Bade as a transfer target, joining Liverpool in the race to sign the Frenchman. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'eyeing La Liga star' who has excelled after bargain move

Chelsea have allegedly been in touch with Getafe over a potential deal for Christantus Uche during next summer's transfer window. Read more.

Man United 'panicked' and gave star name 'massive new contract'

Manchester United reportedly handed Bruno Fernandes a 'massive new contract' over the summer after 'panicking' that he was going to leave Old Trafford. Read more.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca comments on Josh Acheampong situation, questions representatives

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca admits that Josh Acheampong's contract standoff with the Blues hierarchy is "a bad situation" for all involved. Read more.

Arsenal transfer news: Aston Villa goalkeeper on radar of Gunners, Brighton & Hove Albion?

Arsenal and Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly contemplating whether to make an approach for an Aston Villa goalkeeper in 2025. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Could Antony join another Premier League club in January?

Manchester United are allegedly contacted by a number of Premier League clubs over the possibility of signing Antony on loan during the winter transfer window. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Ben Chilwell offered January Bundesliga move?

Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell may reportedly be provided with the opportunity to make the switch to the Bundesliga during the January transfer window. Read more.

Real Madrid, Chelsea-linked defender signs contract extension with current club

RB Leipzig announce that Castello Lukeba, who has been linked with Real Madrid and Chelsea, has extended his contract with the club until June 2029. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Blues prospect 'in contract standoff' amid speculation

Chelsea are allegedly embroiled in a contract standoff with one of their top academy players, who they wish to keep at Stamford Bridge in the long term. Read more.

Man United on 'Serie A scouting mission' as Red Devils 'watch Napoli duo'

Manchester United reportedly had a scout at Napoli's Serie A clash against Empoli on Sunday to watch Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Alessandro Buongiorno. Read more.