Mohamed Salah, the 32-year-old winger for Liverpool and Egypt, has emerged as a top target for Saudi Pro League clubs. The forward is seen as the “dream” signing for next season, with several clubs eager to secure his services.
In other transfer news, Manchester United are preparing to make a big-money move for Tomas Araujo, the 22-year-old central defender from Benfica. The Red Devils are reportedly ready to rival Chelsea for his signature in January, with a £50m offer on the table.
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, 24, is eager to return to Chelsea, although Newcastle United are also still showing interest in the England international.
Arsenal’s hopes of signing Swedish forward Viktor Gyokeres have been dented as the 26-year-old is reportedly keen on following his former manager at Sporting, Ruben Amorim, to Manchester United. In addition, Arsenal have identified six attackers as potential targets, including Newcastle’s Sweden striker Alexander Isak.
Manchester City and Manchester United have been allowed to sign Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz, 26, and Italian midfielder Nicolo Fagioli, 23, from Juventus.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has dismissed any rumours suggesting that Christopher Nkunku, the 27-year-old France forward, is up for sale despite the player having limited playing time this season.
Newcastle are set to allow 30-year-old Paraguay forward Miguel Almiron to leave in January. Meanwhile, Manchester City is monitoring Borussia Monchengladbach’s 22-year-old German midfielder, Rocco Reitz, with a potential move lined up for January.
West Ham United have approached Napoli regarding a possible January deal for 29-year-old Argentina forward Giovanni Simeone. The Hammers are also considering a move for Brighton’s 20-year-old Republic of Ireland forward Evan Ferguson.
Finally, Napoli has inquired with Arsenal about the availability of 24-year-old Poland defender Jakub Kiwior, with the Serie A side hoping to secure a loan move in January.