Ped finally a Red? Spanish football expert Guillem Balague told Revista de La Liga that Pedro has agreed personal terms with Manchester United ahead of a proposed move from Barcelona.
Otamendi deal hits a snag: Balague also reported that Manchester City have been told they will have to increase their offer if they want to sign 27-year-old Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi before the end of the transfer window.
Magpies close to Thauvin deal: Newcastle are said to be in advanced discussions with Marseille over highly-rated winger Florian Thauvin. There are rumours that compatriot Remy Cabella could be used as part of a swap-deal.
Juve eye Prem double swoop: Juventus are interested in signing Premier League flops Erik Lamela and Juan Cuadrado, according to reports. The Serie A champions are looking to bolster their forward options before the end of the window.
Chelsea back in for Stones: The Telegraph are reporting that Chelsea have made a fresh £30m bid for Everton defender John Stones but may have to increase that by a further £10m to secure his services.
Toffees eye replacements: Meanwhile, Everton have reportedly identified Swansea’s Ashley Williams or Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly as possible replacement if Stone does end up leaving Goodison Park.
Ibra to Arsenal? Premier league clubs have been put on red alert by the news from France that Zlatan Ibrahimovic is free to leave PSG in this transfer window. The Swede is thought to be available at a cut price fee, with Arsenal and Manchester United showing interest in the striker.
