Wednesday's big transfer rumours: Euro giants still interested in Toby Alderweireld despite release clause expiration

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Nobody triggered the Belgian stopper's paltry clause this summer – but Roma are still keen to land him

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What the papers say

Arsenal are finally closing in on the signing of Celtic left-back KieranTierney, reports the Daily Mail. The paper says the Gunners are looking at an offer worth around £25 million, with the Hoops happy to see the 22-year-old leave if a large portion of the fee is paid up front.

MoiseKean could be swapping Turin for the Toffees with Everton close to agreeing a deal. The Juventus attacker is estimated to be worth £36 million and could be one of four new arrivals at Goodison Park between now and the end of the transfer window.

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Malcom is another name being linked with Everton, with the Toffees reportedly looking to halt the Barcelona man’s proposed move to Zenit St Petersburg.

Newcastle have suffered a setback in their bid to sign Amiens right-back Emil Krafth, The Sun says. The Magpies were looking to land the 24-year-old for around £4.5 million.

Toby Alderweireld

Tottenham Hotspur’s Toby Alderweireld is wanted by Roma (John Walton/PA)

Roma are still keen on signing Tottenham defender TobyAlderweireld but will have to meet his £3.2 million a year wage demands.

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Players to watch

Samuel Umtiti: Manchester United are looking to bring in the Barcelona and World Cup winning centre-back, according to Le10 Sport.

Mauro Icardi: The Inter Milan striker could be heading to Serie A rivals Napoli in a deal worth £73 million, Corriere dello Sport says.

Leroy Sané: The Manchester City winger may be staying at the Etihad as Bayern Munich’s interest has cooled, reports Bild.

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