What the papers say
Some of the biggest clubs in world football are reportedly lining up for a shot at luring Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger away from Stamford Bridge. Citing a report from journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Metro says Juventus, Paris St Germain, Manchester City and Tottenham have all commenced talks with the 28-year-old after extension negotiations to keep him at Chelsea reached an impasse.
The Daily Mail, via Sport TV, says Porto forward Luis Diaz has been linked with a move to Newcastle. According to the paper, the Magpies may fork out almost £70million for the 24-year-old as they look to make a splash with their first transfer under new ownership.
Ajax boss Erik Ten Hag has emerged as the latest candidate to replace Steve Bruce at St James’ Park. However, the Newcastle Chronicle says the club would need to produce a mammoth offer if any move is to be made.
The Sun reports Angers midfielder Angelo Fulgini is on the radar of a number of Premier League sides, with club officials believed to be heading to England this week to discuss the 25-year-old’s future.
Social media round-up
Man Utd and Chelsea warned they've missed out on "bargain" Declan Rice transferhttps://t.co/q3gmXMpfvOpic.twitter.com/oTS9dyHCA7— Mirror Football (@MirrorFootball) October 24, 2021
Newcastle identify Wolves defender Conor Coady as top target with Amanda Staveley a 'huge fan'https://t.co/e9yBoegMkapic.twitter.com/Gbc1tImWOY— Daily Star Sport (@DailyStar_Sport) October 24, 2021
Players to watch
Ivan Perisic: Fichajes reports Everton and West Ham have expressed interest in the Inter Milan winger.
Franck Kessie: Contract talks have stalled between the 24-year-old and AC Milan, according to Calcio Mercato.
‘I don’t think Liverpool would look at Ollie Watkins, a striker isn’t a pressing issue for them – it’s Arsenal who need one’ Former Reds star explains why his old club don’t need an out-and-out forward this summer
‘He’ll still be playing at 40 at a good level because he’s in such good shape and looks after himself so well. He does everything to be a top professional’: Ex-Liverpool coach insists Mohamed Salah has plenty more miles in the tank
