With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.
Wednesday morning's headlines:
Liverpool are reportedly increasing their interest in Benfica midfielder Orkun Kokcu, with scouts said to have watched him in the clash with Feyenoord last week. Read more.
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag reportedly had shortlisted four high-profile players to sign, but saw his requests denied by the club's hierarchy. Read more.
Bournemouth are reportedly preparing to rival Manchester City for the signature of Real Valladolid winger Raul Moro. Read more.
Al-Hilal forward Neymar reportedly drops a hint that he could be looking to reunite with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami in 2025. Read more.
Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing a key Manchester City player who could be sold by the reigning Premier League champions in 2025. Read more.
Nottingham Forest are allegedly looking to extend the contracts of two of their star players as soon as possible. Read more.
Liverpool reportedly identify a 22-year-old defender as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is out of contract next summer. Read more.
Liverpool and Chelsea are reportedly contemplating whether to make an approach for a Nottingham Forest star during one of the next two transfer windows. Read more.