Football transfer gossip leads with Barcelona ruling out a January move for Julian Alvarez, while Liverpool are said to be standing firm on Florian Wirtz and Chelsea narrow their midfield shortlist.
Football transfer gossip: Barcelona’s Alvarez stance
Barcelona have dismissed the possibility of signing Argentina forward Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid in January, according to reports. The 24-year-old is understood to be weighing whether to wait for potential approaches from Paris St-Germain or Arsenal, or remain with his current club.
Liverpool firm on Wirtz amid Bayern interest
Liverpool will not entertain selling Germany midfielder Florian Wirtz, 23, to Bayern Munich in the winter window, according to German reporting. Bayern would only consider a summer move if France winger Michael Olise, 24, declines a new contract, it is claimed.
Chelsea target English midfield duo
Bournemouth’s Alex Scott, 23, and Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton, 22, are viewed as Chelsea’s leading midfield options, according to transfer reports. The club are no longer pursuing Monaco and Senegal international Lamine Camara, 22.
Villa look to reward Buendia
Aston Villa are seeking to secure Argentina midfielder Emi Buendia, 29, on fresh terms in recognition of his strong form this season, according to reports.
Shaw future at Manchester United in doubt
England left-back Luke Shaw, 31, could depart Manchester United when his current deal ends next summer, reports suggest.
Udinese set for Alaba signing
Udinese are expected to complete the signing of Austria defender David Alaba, 34, who left Real Madrid in the summer, according to transfer specialist reporting.