With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.
Friday morning's headlines:
Football rumours from the media
Two names dominate the back pages on Friday. Read more.
Aston Villa winger Jack Grealish: 'I expected to join Tottenham Hotspur'
Aston Villa winger Jack Grealish says he was "95% sure" that he would sign for Tottenham Hotspur during the summer transfer window. Read more.
Barcelona not prepared to meet Manchester United's valuation of Paul Pogba?
Barcelona are reportedly unprepared to meet Manchester United's valuation of £200m for midfielder Paul Pogba. Read more.
Juventus chief Fabio Paratici quiet on Paul Pogba speculation
Juventus chief Fabio Paratici says that it would be unfair to comment on Paul Pogba's future, amid reports that the Italian club were keen to sign him in the summer. Read more.
Sergio Busquets extends Barcelona contract until 2023
Barcelona confirm that Sergio Busquets has penned a new long-term deal at Camp Nou which includes a buyout clause of £445m. Read more.
Aaron Ramsey 'agreed four-year deal with Arsenal before contract was withdrawn'
A report claims that Arsenal withdrew their offer of a new four-year deal for Aaron Ramsey, despite the Welshman wanting to stay on at the Emirates Stadium. Read more.
Report: Everton tracking Brazilian defender Eder Militao
A report claims that Porto defender Eder Militao is wanted by Everton, despite his price tag climbing to £17m following his first cap for Brazil. Read more.
Real Madrid move for Benjamin Pavard rejected by Stuttgart?
Stuttgart defender Benjamin Pavard is reportedly a January transfer target for Real Madrid, but the German club are reluctant to sell at this stage. Read more.
Saints snap up stopper Lyness on short-term deal
Aberdeen loanee Danny Rogers is still out injured. Read more.
Manchester City open to Leroy Sane, Paulo Dybala swap deal?
Manchester City are reportedly open to the possibility of exchanging winger Leroy Sane for Juventus forward Paulo Dybala. Read more.
