Premier League clubs weigh moves across Europe

Arsenal and Manchester United are monitoring Porto defender Alberto Costa, with Paris St-Germain also reportedly interested in the 22-year-old Portuguese right-back.

Manchester City's situation is also central to the latest transfer speculation. The club would reportedly place a substantial valuation on Norway striker Erling Haaland if it were relegated from the Premier League over alleged financial rule breaches. Chelsea, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Barcelona are said to be keeping a close watch on developments involving the 26-year-old.

Haaland's future could become one of the defining stories of the next transfer window, although any move would depend on the outcome of the financial proceedings and Manchester City's position.

Liverpool maintain interest in Tchouameni

Liverpool remain interested in Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni despite the France international having signed a new long-term contract with the Spanish club during the summer. The midfielder continues to be viewed as a potential target by the Premier League side.

Sterling offered in France while Willock is linked with Besiktas

Former Chelsea and Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling has reportedly been offered to two Ligue 1 clubs, but neither side was interested. Sterling, 31, is currently a free agent.

Besiktas president Serdal Adali has meanwhile vowed to sign Newcastle midfielder Joe Willock in January, claiming that the 27-year-old Englishman has already chosen a new home in Turkey.

Howe wants a major-club opportunity

Former Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is not expected to return to Premier League management with a lower- or mid-ranked club. Reports suggest he would prefer to take charge of an underachieving established club rather than accept an offer from a team such as Crystal Palace or Fulham.