Summer transfer window was unique. See all major deals and see how we rated the largest signings. The window will close in January but that doesn't mean rumours will stop coming. Here's the latest gossip and speculation.
TOP STORY - Real to offer Hazard, money in Salah
According to EkremKonur, Real Madrid may try to lure Mohamed Salah from Liverpool by offering a player-plus cash deal with Eden Hazard.
Since moving to Santiago Bernabeu, the Belgian international has had a tough time. A number of injuries have affected the 30-year old's rhythm and, with no goals from the former Chelsea forward this season, Carlo Ancelotti appears to be looking for ways to transfer the attacker.
Salah has been admired by LaLiga since the beginning of Premier League negotiations. The Reds are said to have prepared a 350,000-per week deal for Salah, but they may need to consider other options if Salah refuses to sign a deal.
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PAPER GOSSIP
Football London reports that Arsenal's technical director Edu has identified Dominic Calvert Lewin as the long-term solution for Arsenal's front line. As their contracts expire, the Premier League side will be losing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as well as Alexandre Lacazette. The Everton star has been identified as a candidate to replace them. This 24-year-old has already scored three goals for the Toffees in just three games this season.
According to reports, a number of Premier League teams are monitoring Ricardo Pepi's situation as a U.S. men’s national team player. According to CBS, the FC Dallas striker could be leaving for an estimated $12 million-15 million. In 22 starts, the highly-rated 18-year old has scored 13 goals this season.
According to Calciomercato, AC Milan representatives met with Noa Lang. According to Calciomercato, Milan director Paolo Maldini wants to sign the Club Brugge star and hopes to do so in January. The 22-year old has been a star performer for the Belgian Pro League side, scoring eight goals in his 10 starts.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Alexis Saelemakers signed a new contract at the San Siro. His new terms will allow him to stay at AC Milan through 2026, with a new salary that reflects his performances for the Rossoneri. The 22-year old has scored four goals this season and is a versatile player on the right side of the pitch.
