Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal begin Endrick talks; JJ Gabriel offer; Man Utd battle; Chelsea, Liverpool latest
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Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham are stepping up their recruitment plans with the January transfer window approaching. Arsenal are keen on Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi, along with the likes of Julian Alvarez, Kim Min-jae, Antonio Nusa and Alberto Costa.
Chelsea could look to secure a deal for Alex Scott, while a stunning move for Trent Alexander-Arnold has also been mooted. Liverpool are believed to have made contact over Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara, who came close to joining Chelsea on Deadline Day. Manchester United prospect JJ Gabriel has reportedly rejected a contract offer from Paris Saint-Germain as he dreams of joining Real Madrid.
Man Utd will wave goodbye to Gabriel as they are linked with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Jacobo Ramon. Tottenham are also weighing up moves for Ibrahim Maza, Nicolo Tresoldi and Alex Freeman as they consider potential reinforcements. Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
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Bournemouth chief responds to Chelsea interest in Alex Scott
Bournemouth owner Bill Foley insists the club “haven’t given up” trying to convince Chelsea target Alex Scott to sign a new contract with the Cherries, .
Bournemouth rejected a £64million bid for Scott from Chelsea in the summer and subsequent approaches from other major clubs in England but have since softened their not-for-sale stance.
But Foley and the Cherries have not lost hope that Scott might still commit his future to the south coast club.
He told TalkSport: “At this point, we're convinced we're the right place for Alex to be and to stay, and we'll keep on addressing the contract issues with Alex as we move through this year. We'd love to have Alex stay here.”

Man Utd turn to Ivan Toney
Manchester United are considering a January move for Al Ahli striker Ivan Toney as they look to cover for the injured Benjamin Sesko.
The England international is reportedly open to returning to the Premier League, despite being settled in Saudi Arabia.
According to CaughtOffside, United have on from on Dominic Calvert-Lewin after learning he is close to signing a new Leeds contract.
Toney is one of several options under consideration, with the club prioritising an experienced goalscorer on a short-term deal rather than a major investment.
Man Utd delay Carrick sack decision again
Manchester United have decided not to sack Michael Carrick following their defeat by Chelsea.
The Red Devils were beaten 2-0 by the Blues on another dark day at Stamford Bridge, taking their winless run to nine matches in all competitions.
Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer got the goals as Lisandro Martinez was sent off for two bookable offences in west London as further pressure piled on the under-fire United head coach.
Now, however, it appears that he will be retained in-post for the club’s next two matches, up to the November international break.
JJ Gabriel rejects improved PSG offer
Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel has reportedly rejected an improved offer from Paris Saint-Germain, with Real Madrid emerging as his preferred destination.
The 16-year-old is determined to leave Old Trafford amid frustration over his first-team prospects.
According to Sport, Gabriel’s representatives have made clear that a move to Spain is their priority with Real Madrid reportedly preparing a lucrative three-year package.
Barcelona and Bayern Munich have cooled their interest.
Arteta issues update on Rice contract talks
Mikel Arteta believes it is only "a matter of time" until Declan Rice signs a new long-term contract at Arsenal.
The 27-year-old has entered the final two years of his current deal, which he signed when joining the club for £105million in the summer of 2023.
Talks over a new contract began earlier this year and there has always been confidence on both sides that an agreement will be reached.
It is understood that Rice is close to signing that deal, one that will earn him a significant salary increase and take him close to Bukayo Saka on £350,000-a-week as the club's best-paid player.
Official confirmation of that extension has not yet come but Arteta is in no doubt that a positive outcome will be reached.
Asked if he is expecting talks to be finalised soon, Arteta said: "Yeah.”
Liverpool eye Bundesliga defender
Liverpool are readying a big for Finn Jeltsch, the Stuttgart centre-back.
Per reports in Spain, the German is also of interest to Barcelona, though the Reds are said to be in advanced talks for his services.
Andoni Iraola reportedly views him as an ideal successor for the 35-year-old Virgil van Dijk.
Arsenal in race for Monaco star
Arsenal are prepared to fight Bayern Munich, Barcelona and PSG for Paris Brunner’s signature, per reports from TeamTalk.
The 20-year-old German has been scoring at will in Ligue 1 this season.
Alonso rules out Estevao loan after squad decision
Xabi Alonso has insisted Estevao is not available for loan in January.
The Brazilian has been peripheral at Chelsea this season, but has been handed a surprise start as the Blues host Man United this afternoon.
It has been reported that Estevao’s frustration with his situation had led club’s to enquire about potential January transfers, but speaking on Friday, Alonso ruled that out unequivocally.
“No discussions about that,” Alonso said at his pre-match press conference. “It’s no secret that all players want to be on the pitch.
“When any of them haven’t had enough minutes because of my decision, I have to take the responsibility for that. But everyone has to be ready because in any game they could be important. Este, his training and his attitude has been good.”

Judgement day for Carrick
Michael Carrick could find himself back on the chopping block today.
Man Utd are in action in the early kick-off today, visiting Chelsea as they look to nix what is now an eight-match winless run.
Arsenal size up move for Brazil wonderkid
Arsenal have set their sights on Cruzeiro’s Eduardo Pape as a transfer target.
Per TeamTalk, Mikel Arteta wants to add another high-profile young talent to the Gunners’ books and is prepared to rival Bayern Munich and Newcastle for his signature.
At 17, central-midfielder Pape has yet to make his senior debut for Cruzeiro but has impressed scouts with his performances in the club’s youth ranks.
