Xavi in Man Utd TALKS, Arsenal to SIGN Sesko, Palmer REJECTS move: FootballTransfers recap

Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith
  • 22 Oct 2024 17:06 CDT
  • 7 min read
Xavi, Man Utd
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Tuesday 22 October saw Real Madrid complete a memorable comeback against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League, while Xavi is reportedly in talks to replace Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.

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Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest news stories from the day.

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Man Utd News

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is tempted by the prospect of replacing Erik ten Hag as Man Utd boss.

Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag will have crunch talks with Altay Bayindir, according to the goalkeeper.

Joshua Zirkzee is looking increasingly likely to leave Man Utd in January and a loan move to Juventus could be on the cards.

Man Utd will massively outbid Real Madrid in the race to sign Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies.

Man Utd target Jamie Leweling has a release clause worth just €25 million at Stuttgart, according to German media.

Harry Maguire is waiting for Erik ten Hag to be sacked before deciding on his future at Man Utd.

There are no signs to suggest that Man Utd target Angel Gomes will renew his contract with LOSC Lille, according to French media.

Man Utd are set to face significant competition for Edin Terzic, with West Ham United also interested in appointing the ex-Borussia Dortmund boss.

Man Utd have reportedly held talks with Barcelona legend Xavi as they continue to identify possible replacements for Erik ten Hag.

Chelsea News

Chelsea have joined Arsenal in the race to sign Dusan Vlahovic, according to a report.

Dusan Vlahovic, Juventus
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Chelsea are scouting Christantus Uche of Getafe, according to reports emerging from Spain.

Chelsea have reportedly informed highly-rated academy star Josh Acheampong that he won’t play for the club again until he signs a new contract.

Chelsea have reportedly joined the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush, despite Nicolas Jackson’s early-season form.

Chelsea are eyeing a surprise move for Manchester City superstar Ruben Dias, according to shock reports.

Cole Palmer has rejected the chance to return to Man City for a club record transfer fee of €150 million.

Arsenal News

Arsenal are being tipped to pre-sign Benjamin Sesko for €60 million in January, with the Leipzig star not officially joining the Gunners until the end of the season.

Napoli and Arsenal target Alex Meret are making progress in talks over a contract extension, according to Italian media.

Mikel Merino has revealed how excited he is to be reunited with Martin Odegaard at Arsenal.

Jack Wilshere has agreed to leave his role as Arsenal U18 head coach in order to join Johannes Hoff Thorup’s backroom staff at Norwich City.

Arsenal's Oleksandr Zinchenko has claimed that Manchester City kept him on an academy deal until he had made 43 senior appearances for the club.

Other Football News

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick is not happy with Frenkie de Jong, according to Spanish media.

Anthony Gordon has officially signed a new long-term contract at Newcastle United.

Anthony Gordon in action for England
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German media claims that Borussia Dortmund are only willing to listen to €100 million offers for Jamie Gittens.

Roma and Italy legend Francesco Totti is considering a shock return to football at the age of 48.

Read more about: La Liga Serie A Bundesliga Ligue 1 Premier League Arsenal Chelsea Man Utd Alex Meret Alphonso Davies Altay Bayındır Angel Gomes Anthony Gordon Cole Palmer Dušan Vlahović Frenkie de Jong Harry Maguire Jamie Gittens Jamie Leweling Joshua Zirkzee Mikel Merino Oleksandr Zinchenko Omar Marmoush Ruben Dias

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