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Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Lionel Messi, Nicolo Barella, Murillo

sportsmole.co.uk, 25 September 2024, 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.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Liverpool transfer news: Alexander-Arnold reveals demands in ongoing contract talks

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold outlines his ambitions as contract talks continue between player and club ahead of its expiry at the end of the season. Read more.

Newcastle's Callum Wilson 'attracting interest' from two Premier League clubs

Brentford and Fulham are reportedly showing an interest in signing Newcastle United forward Callum Wilson in the January transfer window. Read more.

Liverpool perform transfer U-turn as Arne Slot 'green lights' contract talks

Liverpool manager Arne Slot reportedly gives the green light for talks to begin over a new contract for winger Luis Diaz, who has enjoyed a fabulous start to 2024-25. Read more.

Lionel Messi 'makes decision' on next club ahead of Inter Miami contract expiration

Lionel Messi is reportedly heading for an emotional return to a former club when his contract with Inter Miami ends at the conclusion of the 2025 season. Read more.

Man City 'draw up' January transfer plans following Rodri injury blow

Manchester City are reportedly targeting the acquisition of a holding midfielder ahead of the January transfer window following Rodri's serious knee injury. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Noussair Mazraoui comments on leaving Bayern Munich for Old Trafford

Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui comments on the reasons behind his decision to leave Bayern Munich for Old Trafford during the summer transfer window. Read more.

Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola wants Inter Milan star 'at any cost'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly interested in signing an Inter Milan player 'at any cost' during the next summer transfer window. Read more.

Liverpool 'willing' to reopen pursuit of Euro 2024 winner despite summer rejection

Liverpool are reportedly willing to reopen their pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who rejected the advances of the Reds during the summer window. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'suffer blow' in race for Barcelona midfielder

Barcelona are reportedly preparing to hand Marc Bernal a new contract at Camp Nou, dealing a major blow to Manchester United's hopes of signing the 17-year-old. Read more.

Nottingham Forest transfer news: Championship star being eyed for City Ground move?

Nottingham Forest are reportedly contemplating whether to make an approach for one of the most highly-rated wingers in the Championship in January. Read more.

Real Madrid transfer news: Nottingham Forest star being eyed by European champions?

Real Madrid reportedly identify four defenders currently plying their trade in the Premier League as potential transfer targets, including one who represents Nottingham Forest. Read more.

Arsenal transfer news: Takehiro Tomiyasu future 'decided' ahead of 2025

Arsenal reportedly make a decision over how they would prefer to handle the future of defender Takehiro Tomiyasu. Read more.

Liverpool transfer news: Bayer Leverkusen trio on Arne Slot radar

Liverpool reportedly identify as many as three Bayer Leverkusen players who they could attempt to sign in 2025. Read more.

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