Liverpool enter the race for Schade

Liverpool have emerged as genuine contenders to sign Brentford and Germany forward Kevin Schade, according to reports cited in Thursday’s football gossip. The 24-year-old has also been linked with Manchester United, setting up a potential Premier League battle for his signature.

European giants watch Manchester City stars

Erling Haaland continues to attract attention from both Real Madrid and Barcelona. The Spanish heavyweights are reportedly monitoring the Manchester City forward and could move if an opportunity becomes available.

Manchester City team-mate Phil Foden is also said to be on Bayern Munich’s radar. The German champions would reportedly consider a move if the England midfielder became available, although there is no indication that Manchester City are actively looking to sell either player.

Barcelona failed to land Lautaro Martinez

Barcelona have confirmed that they tried but failed to sign Argentina and Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez during the summer. The admission ends speculation over the Catalan club’s interest while leaving Martinez at Inter.

Scalvini and Dodo linked with moves

Italy and Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini would like to experience playing abroad at some stage in his career. Newcastle and Chelsea are among the clubs reported to have expressed interest in the 22-year-old.

Fiorentina full-back Dodo is also expected to secure a move away from the Italian club in January, with Nottingham Forest, Roma and Napoli among the sides linked with the 27-year-old Brazilian.

Minteh still wants Liverpool move

Brighton and Gambia winger Yankuba Minteh remains keen to join Liverpool after a proposed summer transfer failed to materialise. The report suggests that interest could remain alive ahead of a future window.

The claims are drawn from the transfer reports cited in the BBC’s football gossip round-up and do not represent confirmed completed transfers unless stated otherwise.