Memphis Depay talks about not regretting his summer transfer to Barcelona. (1:57).
The top European leagues have closed the summer transfer window! Many clubs waited until the very last minute to complete their transfers after a busy summer of international football. Check out our evaluation of the most important signings and all the deals. The window will close in January but that doesn't mean that rumors won't continue to circulate.
TOP STORY - Sterling opens to Camp Nou Switch
Sport reports that Raheem Sterling, Manchester City's winger, would consider a move to Barcelona in January.
According to reports, the LaLiga club attempted to make a move for the 26 year-old last summer and proceeded with a loan move in the window.
Although the deal fell apart in the last week of the window due to lack of interest from Sterling's camp, the club is confident they can still secure a deal for the winter.
Although the winger is reported to be earning a high salary, Catalan club members are prepared to pay him as the club navigates financial difficulties.
Sterling wants to leave the Etihad in search of regular first team football. Over the last year, Sterling's influence has declined and he is now less influential at the club. Jack Grealish was signed to highlight the strength of the club's depth in wide areas.
Barcelona has struggled to score goals. This was not helped by Sergio Aguero's injury.
Barca has only managed 11 goals this season. Real Madrid, who lead the pack with 22 goals, has scored twice as many. A few more goals could help the club compete again, as they are currently in 9th position in the table.
Raheem Sterling is open for a move to Barcelona to get more playing time. Matthias Hangst/Getty Images
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PAPER GOSSIP
Marca reports that Barcelona has stopped discussing new contracts with three of its playing squad members due to financial constraints. The financial constraints have caused Ousmane Dembele's, Ansu Fati's and Sergi Roberto's contracts to stall. However, the club expects new deals to be made. If no action is taken, all three players will become free agents this summer.
AS Roma have begun to tie down other key squad members after Lorenzo Pellegrini was renewed. Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Jose Mourinho will offer new deals for Bryan Cristante and Gianluca Manncini.
Tottenham Hotspur is considering a move for Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger, amid contract negotiations. According to Daily Express, Spurs are among four sides monitoring Rudiger, 28. Rudiger is currently out of contract and has discussed with the Blues the possibility of signing a new contract.
According to Calciomercato, Roma are monitoring Denis Zakaria's potential signing from Borussia Monchengladbach. The contract expires in the summer for the midfielder. However, the Bundesliga club has offered him a renewal. However, the 24-year old is still waiting to hear a proposal. Roma believes they can land the midfielder with a lower wage bill due to players moving on.
AC Milan will offer Rafael Leao a new contract, as he has become more influential at the Serie-A club. Calciomercato reports that the Rossoneri had received several offers for Leao in the summer but he refused to be sold and has put in solid performances this season. They are now ready to offer a new deal with the current one expiring in 2024.
