With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.
Thursday morning's headlines:
Jose Fonte not interested in talk of Manchester United switch
Southampton defender Jose Fonte refuses to be drawn into speculation over his future at St Mary's Stadium, having been strongly linked with a switch to Manchester United. Read more.
Report: Chelsea target Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti
Chelsea are reportedly keeping tabs on Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, who is believed to be considering his future. Read more.
Liverpool midfielder emerges as possible target for Real Madrid?
Real Madrid could reportedly target Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho if James Rodriguez departs the Bernabeu. Read more.
Luis Suarez: Barcelona talks "moving along nicely"
Striker Luis Suarez says that negotiations over a new deal with Barcelona are "moving along nicely". Read more.
West Bromwich Albion to move for Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho in January?
West Bromwich Albion reportedly considering a loan move for Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho, who has not played for the Reds since April. Read more.
Wayne Rooney turns down move to Chinese Super League club Beijing Guoan
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney rejected a move to Chinese Super League club Beijing Guoan in the summer, according to the club's chairman. Read more.
