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Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Takefusa Kubo, Jadon Sancho, Dani Olmo

sportsmole.co.uk, 12 October 2023, 06:45
With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Liverpool learn asking price of PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko?

PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko could be available for around €25m (£21.6m) in January amid interest from Liverpool, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal, Chelsea 'remain keen on Jamie Bynoe-Gittens despite new Borussia Dortmund deal'

Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle United reportedly still hold an interest in Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, even though the winger has recently signed a new long-term contract. Read more.

Manchester United's Goncalo Inacio pursuit 'hinges on Harry Maguire future'

The future of Harry Maguire at Manchester United will determine whether or not the Red Devils step up their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon centre-back Goncalo Inacio, according to a report. Read more.

Lionel Messi 'will not go on loan after the MLS season'

Lionel Messi will reportedly not leave Inter Miami at the end of the MLS season despite interest in a loan deal from Barcelona and the Saudi Pro League. Read more.

Lionel Messi to move to Saudi Pro League on loan this winter?

Saudi Arabia are reportedly exploring the prospect of signing Lionel Messi on loan after the Argentine turned down a blockbuster deal with Al-Hilal earlier this year. Read more.

Bayern Munich chief: 'We only paid £82m for Harry Kane'

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness reveals that his club only paid £82m to sign Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.

Manchester City preparing move for Joshua Kimmich next season?

Manchester City are reportedly still interested in acquiring the services of Joshua Kimmich from Bayern Munich, as the player enters the final 18 months of his contract. Read more.

Jorginho, Thiago 'are midfield options for Barcelona'

Barcelona could move for Arsenal's Jorginho or Liverpool's Thiago next year, according to a report. Read more.

Real Madrid, Barcelona 'both want Dani Olmo next summer'

Real Madrid and Barcelona both want to sign RB Leipzig attacker Dani Olmo during next summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'in talks with Omari Forson over new contract'

Manchester United are currently in discussions with teenage forward Omari Forson over a new contract, according to a report. Read more.

Andros Townsend signs for Luton Town on short-term deal

Luton Town announce the signing of England international and former Tottenham Hotspur attacker Andros Townsend on a short-term contract until January. Read more.

Liverpool 'missed out on Ousmane Dembele deal in 2016'

Liverpool were in talks to sign Ousmane Dembele from Rennes in 2016 before the now-Paris Saint-Germain attacker joined Borussia Dortmund, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United, Liverpool 'dealt blow in Antonio Silva pursuit'

Liverpool and Manchester United reportedly suffer a blow in their pursuit of Benfica centre-back Antonio Silva, who would prefer a move to Real Madrid. Read more.

Manchester United identify Takefusa Kubo as Jadon Sancho replacement?

Manchester United reportedly identify Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo as a potential replacement for Jadon Sancho. Read more.

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire comments on failed West Ham United move

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire dismisses suggestions that he came close to joining West Ham United in the summer. Read more.

Real Madrid not planning to be active during January transfer market

Real Madrid board member Jose Manuel Ortero says that the club are not planning to be active in the winter transfer market. Read more.

Real Madrid chief: 'Kylian Mbappe better suited to us than Erling Haaland'

Real Madrid board member Jose Manuel Ortero says that Kylian Mbappe "is better suited" to the team's style of football than Erling Haaland. Read more.

Real Madrid chief talks-up Kylian Mbappe move in 2024

Real Madrid board member Jose Manuel Otero talks-up a move to Bernabeu for Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe. Read more.

Real Madrid chief says Jude Bellingham turned down Manchester City move

Jude Bellingham rejected the chance to join Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund in favour of moving to Real Madrid, according to a member of the board of directors at Los Blancos. Read more.

Anthony Martial 'will push for Manchester United exit if back-up role continues'

Antony Martial will push for a Manchester United exit next year unless he is able to secure a regular starting role once again, according to a report. Read more.

12 October 2023
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Preview: Japan vs. Canada - prediction, team news, lineups
In preparation for their quarter-final fixture at the CONCACAF Nations League next month, Canada head to Denka Big Swan Stadium in Niigata for a friendly with Japan on Friday.
12 October 2023
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Preview: Nashville SC vs. New England Revolution - prediction, team news, lineups
The New England Revolution can improve their playoff positioning when they head to Geodis Park for a matchup with Nashville SC on Saturday.
12 October 2023
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Preview: Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Real Salt Lake - prediction, team news, lineups
The Los Angeles Galaxy can extend their MLS unbeaten run at Dignity Health Sports Park to nine matches when they host Real Salt Lake on Saturday.
12 October 2023
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Thursday's international friendly predictions including Sweden vs. Moldova
Georgia vs. Thailand (Thursday, 5.00pm) After three defeats in a row, Georgia will try to get back to winning ways on Friday when they face Thailand in an international friendly. The visitors are undefeated in their previous two outings which is a run they will be looking to take into the upcoming World Cup qualification games.
12 October 2023
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Thursday's European Championship Qualifying predictions including Spain vs. Scotland
Latvia vs. Armenia (Thursday, 5.00pm) Still seeking their first point in Euro 2024 qualifying, Latvia welcome Armenia to Riga on Thursday for their sixth Group D fixture. Two losses last month left the Latvians cut adrift at the bottom of the table, but their visitors remain in contention for a place in Germany next summer.
12 October 2023
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Preview: Saudi Arabia vs. Nigeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Currently on a contrasting run of results, Saudi Arabia and Nigeria will go head to head in an international friendly matchup at Estadio Municipal de Portimao on Friday evening.
11 October 2023
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Preview: Martinique vs. El Salvador - prediction, team news, lineups
El Salvador and Martinique will compete in back-to-back games to round off the CONCACAF Nations League group stage.
11 October 2023
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Liverpool learn asking price of PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko?
PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko could be available for around €25m (£21.6m) in January amid interest from Liverpool, according to a report.
11 October 2023
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Arsenal, Chelsea 'remain keen on Jamie Bynoe-Gittens despite new Borussia Dortmund deal'
Premier League trio Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle United reportedly still hold an interest in Borussia Dortmund youngster Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, even though the winger has recently signed a new long-term contract.
11 October 2023
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Preview: Malaysia vs. India - prediction, team news, lineups
Battling it out in their only fixtures of October's international break, Asian rivals Malaysia and India will meet at Bukit Jalil National Stadium on Friday night in a friendly match.
11 October 2023
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Manchester United's Goncalo Inacio pursuit 'hinges on Harry Maguire future'
The future of Harry Maguire at Manchester United will determine whether or not the Red Devils step up their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon centre-back Goncalo Inacio, according to a report.
11 October 2023
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Preview: New Zealand vs. Congo DR - prediction, team news, lineups
New Zealand and Congo DR will both kick off their European trips on Friday, when they meet in an international friendly in Spain.
11 October 2023
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Man United and Liverpool stars were dark arts masters, but I hated playing Newcastle icon
Mastering the dark arts in football is seemingly something that goes hand-in-hand with success.
11 October 2023
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Antonio Conte 'rejects chance to become Napoli head coach'
Former Chelsea, Inter Milan and Tottenham Hotspur head coach Antonio Conte has reportedly turned down the chance to replace Rudi Garcia as Napoli manager.
11 October 2023
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Andros Townsend worried he'd be forced to retire before sealing surprise Luton move
New Luton Town star Andros Townsend admits he might have had to retire had he not secured his latest transfer.
11 October 2023
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Lionel Messi 'will not go on loan after the MLS season'
Lionel Messi will reportedly not join any other team on loan when the current Major League Soccer season ends.
11 October 2023
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Preview: Jordan vs. Iran - prediction, team news, lineups
After two games without a victory, Jordan will attempt to get back on track during their upcoming international friendly against Iran on Saturday.
11 October 2023
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Klopp has done a 'phenomenal' job at Liverpool and his achievements are 'underrated'
Danny Murphy believes Jurgen Klopp has done a 'phenomenal' job at Liverpool considering the budget he has worked with.
11 October 2023
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Lionel Messi to move to Saudi Pro League on loan this winter?
Saudi Arabia have reportedly been exploring the prospect of securing the services of Lionel Messi on loan this winter.
11 October 2023
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Bayern Munich chief: 'We only paid £82m for Harry Kane'
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has revealed that his club only paid €95m (£82m) to sign Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur during the summer transfer window.
11 October 2023
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Preview: Estonia vs. Azerbaijan - prediction, team news, lineups
The bottom two nations in Group F of Euro 2024 qualifying square off at Le Coq Arena in Tallinn on Friday as Estonia play host to Azerbaijan.
11 October 2023
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Manchester City preparing move for Joshua Kimmich next season?
Manchester City have reportedly confirmed that they are still interested in acquiring the services of Joshua Kimmich from Bayern Munich next season.
11 October 2023
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Romelu Lukaku claims "everyone would be shocked" about Chelsea exit
Romelu Lukaku has claimed that "everyone would be shocked" about his exit from Chelsea over the summer, with the centre-forward leaving the Blues to join Roma on loan.
11 October 2023
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Preview: Austria vs. Belgium - prediction, team news, lineups
The top two teams in Group F of Euro 2024 qualifying go head to head at the Ernst Happel Stadion on Friday as Austria play host to Belgium.
11 October 2023
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Jorginho, Thiago 'are midfield options for Barcelona'
Barcelona could reportedly move for Arsenal's Jorginho or Liverpool's Thiago next year, with the Catalan outfit determined to bring another central midfielder to the club.
11 October 2023
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Liam Gallagher takes over Manchester trams with messages Man United fans will hate
Liam Gallagher has taken over Manchester's transport network - sending out a message that one half of the city will not like one jot.
11 October 2023
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Forgotten Man United man scores in behind-closed-doors friendly win
Donny van de Beek is reported to have scored for Manchester United in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Barnsley.
11 October 2023
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Manchester United
The former girlfriend of Manchester United and Brazil forward Antony will reportedly hold a formal interview with Greater Manchester Police on Thursday.
11 October 2023
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Real Madrid, Barcelona 'both want Dani Olmo next summer'
Real Madrid and Barcelona are both reportedly interested in signing RB Leipzig attacker Dani Olmo during next summer's transfer window.
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Manchester United 'in talks with Omari Forson over new contract'
Manchester United are reportedly currently in discussions with Omari Forson over a new contract, with the club determined to keep the highly-rated teenager at Old Trafford.
11 October 2023
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Spain vs. Scotland head-to-head record
Scotland could become the first team to qualify for Euro 2024 on Thursday when they travel to Seville to take on Spain.
11 October 2023
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Andros Townsend signs for Luton Town on short-term deal
Luton Town have announced the signing of England international and former Tottenham Hotspur attacker Andros Townsend on a short-term contract.
11 October 2023
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Liverpool 'missed out on Ousmane Dembele deal in 2016'
Liverpool reportedly missed out on the signing of Paris Saint-Germain and France winger Ousmane Dembele in the summer of 2016.
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Preview: Mexico vs. Ghana - prediction, team news, lineups
Mexico take on Ghana in an international friendly match at the Bank of America Stadium in the United States on Sunday.
11 October 2023
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Manchester United, Liverpool 'dealt blow in Antonio Silva pursuit'
Premier League duo Manchester United and Liverpool have supposedly been dealt a blow in their efforts to sign teenage Benfica centre-back Antonio Silva.
11 October 2023
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Rooney's backroom staff at Birmingham: Chelsea and Man United greats included
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