Liverpool’s Joe Gomez explores transfer exit options, Wolves eye loan deal for Barcelona’s Ansu Fati, Aston Villa set to battle for Tottenham midfielder Giovani lo Celso.
Joe Gomez was left out of Liverpool’s squad for Saturday’s win at Ipswich as the 27-year-old explores a possible transfer, with Newcastle, Aston Villa, Fulham and Chelsea all previously showing an interest in the England defender. (Times – subscription required), external
Liverpool are understood to not be looking to actively sell Gomez though, with boss Arne Slot happy for the player to fight his way back into contention. (Liverpool Echo), external
Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho is ready to approach former club Tottenham about a deal to sign 28-year-old Argentina midfielder Giovani lo Celso. (Express), external
Aston Villa, Roma and Real Betis are also interested in Lo Celso who has been told he is not in Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou’s plans and can leave for around £13m. (Fichajes – in Spanish) , external
Germany midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, 33, has told Barcelona officials that he wants to leave the club, just over year after signing from Manchester City on a free transfer. (Sport – in Spanish), external
Wolves are in a battle with Fenerbahce, Sevilla and Marseille to sign Spain winger Ansu Fati, 21, on loan from Barcelona. (Sport – in Spanish), external
England striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 27, could still leave Everton before the transfer window closes with Toffees boss Sean Dyche keen to sign a midfielder and another winger. (Football Insider), external
Manchester City are preparing to offer Spain midfielder Rodri a double-your-money pay-rise, topping up his weekly salary to £375,000, to keep the 28-year-old at the club. (Sunday Mirror), external