Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Victor Osimhen, Evan Ferguson, Florian Wirtz

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Riyad Mahrez explains decision to leave Manchester City for Al-Ahli

Riyad Mahrez admits that he still has "unfinished business" in the Champions League, but felt that the time was right to leave Manchester City in the summer and join Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli. Read more.

Brighton 'set British-record asking price for Tottenham Hotspur-linked Evan Ferguson'

Brighton & Hove Albion will reportedly demand a British-record fee for star striker Evan Ferguson amid interest from several clubs including Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.

Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini responds to David de Gea speculation

Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini dismisses speculation linking the La Liga club with former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea. Read more.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'open to selling Casemiro in January to fund Manchester United rebuild'

Manchester United will reportedly consider cashing in on midfielder Casemiro in January as they look to raise funds for a rebuild by incoming minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Read more.

Manchester City 'set to sign Leeds United teenager in record-breaking deal'

Manchester City are reportedly on the verge of signing 15-year-old Finley Gorman from Leeds United in a record-breaking deal. Read more.

Chelsea 'confident about securing the transfer of Napoli's Victor Osimhen'

Chelsea are reportedly confident about securing the transfer of Napoli's Victor Osimhen, but they may have to wait until next summer to sign him. Read more.

Arsenal planning January loan move for Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves?

Arsenal may reportedly explore the possibility of signing Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves on loan during the January transfer window. Read more.

Jadon Sancho, Richarlison targeted by Saudi Pro League as January transfers?

Clubs in the Saudi Pro League are reportedly interested in securing the services of Manchester United's Jadon Sancho and Tottenham Hotspur's Richarlison in January. Read more.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'wants Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman at Manchester United'

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly interested in hiring Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman once his minority takeover of Manchester United is complete. Read more.

Nicolo Fagioli extends Juventus contract until 2028

Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli signs a new long-term contract with the Bianconeri until the end of the 2027-28 season. Read more.

Mauricio Pochettino 'open to Trevoh Chalobah leaving Chelsea for Tottenham Hotspur'

Head coach Mauricio Pochettino would reportedly have no issue with Trevoh Chalobah leaving Chelsea for Tottenham Hotspur in the January transfer window. Read more.

Bayern Munich confirm signing of Australian starlet Nestory Irankunda

Bayern Munich confirm that they have completed the signing of Adelaide United youngster Nestory Irankunda on a long-term contract. Read more.

Real Madrid plotting triple Bayer Leverkusen swoop?

Real Madrid reportedly eye moves for Bayer Leverkusen trio Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong and Victor Boniface after dropping their interest in Kylian Mbappe. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur interested in Juventus' Samuel Iling-Junior?

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in a January deal for Juventus winger Samuel Iling-Junior, who is under contract in Turin until 2025. Read more.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'gives green light for Erik ten Hag to spend in January'

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is prepared to back Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag with transfer funds in January, according to a report. Read more.

Chelsea defender Reece James 'won't consider Manchester City, Real Madrid moves'

Chelsea defender Reece James reportedly has no interest in signing for Manchester City or Real Madrid for the foreseeable future. Read more.

Barcelona 'remain open to Raphinha sale amid Premier League interest'

Barcelona reportedly remain open to cashing in on Raphinha amid continued interest from the Premier League. Read more.

Arsenal to offer Emile Smith Rowe in Douglas Luiz proposal?

Arsenal are reportedly prepared to offer Emile Smith Rowe in any proposal for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz. Read more.