Man Utd and Liverpool eye Truffert as Arsenal plot January Alvarez raid and Odegaard extension

Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly preparing to go head-to-head for one of the Premier League's most sought-after full-backs, while Arsenal are plotting moves at both ends of the pitch. Here is Thursday's football gossip.

United and Liverpool pursue Truffert

Manchester United are expected to face serious competition from rivals Liverpool for Bournemouth and France left-back Adrien Truffert, 24, who is valued at about £60m, according to Teamtalk.

Barcelona track teenage defender Dias

Brazil and Athletico Paranaense defender Arthur Dias, 19, is being tracked by Barcelona having previously attracted an £18m bid from Tottenham, per Fichajes.

Newcastle lead Morton race

Newcastle United are favourites to beat Nottingham Forest to the signing of Lyon midfielder Tyler Morton. The 23-year-old is impressing in France after leaving Liverpool last year, reports Football Insider.

Quansah monitored by trio

Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal are all monitoring England defender Jarell Quansah as the 23-year-old continues to impress for Bayer Leverkusen, says Caught Offside.

Odegaard set for new Arsenal deal

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard, 27, is expected to join manager Mikel Arteta in signing a new long-term contract at the Emirates, per Teamtalk.

Arsenal revive Alvarez interest

Arsenal are ready to make a fresh attempt to lure Julian Alvarez, 26, to north London in January, with the Atletico Madrid and Argentina striker now seriously considering a move to the Gunners, according to Teamtalk.

Carvajal remains free agent

Former Real Madrid full-back Dani Carvajal remains a free agent after the 34-year-old's move to Getafe collapsed, reports Goal.

Bayern and Dortmund eye Spurs youngster

Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are keen on Tottenham youngster Luca Williams-Barnett, who made his Spurs debut at the age of 16, per the Sun.