Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Chelsea were ready to offer €100m for Marquinhos

Chelsea were ready to offer €100 million (£86m/$117m) for Paris Saint-Germain star Marquinhos in the summer transfer window - according to <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/transferts/mercato-en-direct-les-infos-et-rumeurs-du-20-septembre_LN-202109200114.html#article_53397" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a>. The Blues wanted to arrange a reunion between the Brazilian and Thiago Silva at Stamford Bridge, with the pair having enjoyed a strong partnership during their time together at Parc des Princes. However, PSG made it clear they did not want to sell Marqunhos, whose stance was also that he preferred to stay put rather than head to the Premier League with Chelsea.

Chelsea were ready to offer €100m for Marquinhos (RMC Sport)

Jose Mourinho wants to bring Manchester United right-back Diogo Dalot to Roma, writes <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-allarme-terzini-a-destra-manca-l-alternativa-e-spunta-dalot-67691" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The manager has been keen on Dalot since he was in charge at Old Trafford and sees an opportunity to add the player on a discount given the defender's fringe status with the Red Devils. Dalot spent last season on loan at AC Milan, so he already carries Serie A experience.

Mourinho to bring Dalot to Roma (Calciomercato)

The manager has long held interest in the full-back

Ex-Barcelona midfielder Paulinho is in high demand after terminating his contract at&nbsp;Al Ahli - as <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/ex-barcellona-tre-club-su-paulinho-57331" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a> reports. Corinthians,&nbsp;Galatasaray&nbsp;and&nbsp;Los Angeles Galaxy have all submitted offers for the 33-year-old, who is now a free agent. Paulinho made 47 appearances for Barca between 2017 and 2019, and also played for Tottenham earlier in his career.

Ex-Barca midfielder Paulinho in high demand

Milan have identified Real Betis midfielder&nbsp;William Carvalho as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/09/20/calciomercato-milan-kessie-william-carvalho-gennaio-betis/" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Italian giants are looking at the 28-year-old as a possible replacement for Franck Kessie, who has been linked with a move to the Premier League. It is believed that Betis will be open to letting Carvalho leave on loan with an option to buy, and Milan could make a formal approach in the new year.

Milna target Betis star Carvalho

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🤝 Nottingham Forest are delighted to confirm that Steve Cooper has been appointed as first team head coach 🌳🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFFC</a> — Nottingham Forest FC (@NFFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NFFC/status/1440258268115259394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Cooper appointed new Nottingham Forest boss

Liverpool should "buy Raheem Sterling tomorrow" but Manchester United would also take him, insists Rio Ferdinand, who believes the Manchester City star is now in "the wilderness" at the Etihad Stadium. Sterling has been a key part of Pep Guardiola's plans since signing for City from Liverpool for £50 million ($68m) back in 2015, helping the club dominate the English football landscape and emerge as genuine contenders in the Champions League. However, the&nbsp;winger has fallen out of favour at the start of the 2021-22 campaign, starting only two of City's opening six games across all competitions, and Ferdinand believes he could end up seeking a transfer if his situation does not improve. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/liverpool-buy-sterling-tomorrow-man-utd-take-him-ferdinand/1xwnj6et5tpxn1vjz0xd4nyvvi" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Man Utd will take Sterling! - Ferdinand

Liverpool are, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/liverpool-klopp-guarda-in-casa-del-chelsea-22799" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>, considering a move for Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi. The England international has been unable to nail down a regular role under Thomas Tuchel, but could be offered the chance to work under another German coach in Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.

Liverpool could look into Hudson-Odoi deal

Ligue 1 giants Lyon are the latest side to express interest in Real Madrid outcast Isco, reports <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/nuevo-interesado-isco-alarcon-20210919.html" target="_blank">Fichajes.</a> Juventus and AC Milan have already been linked with the Spain international playmaker, who is struggling for game time at Santiago Bernabeu.

Lyon join the race for Real outcast Isco

Andreas Christensen is on the verge of signing a new contract at Chelsea, claims <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16190637/chelsea-andreas-christensen-new-contract/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Danish defender was initially offered a deal on reduced terms, but he has impressed Thomas Tuchel and will now get the extension that his performances deserve.

Christensen close to new Chelsea contract

<a href="https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/transfer-news/tottenham-kane-silva-manchester-city-21624716" target="_blank">Football.london</a> reports that Andre Silva could be an option to replace Harry Kane at Tottenham if the England captain leaves in upcoming transfer window. Spurs will be in the market for another goalscorer if a deal is done, with a Portugal international on the books at RB Leipzig figuring prominently on their wish list.

Silva an option to replace Kane at Spurs

Matias Vecino’s agent is ready to request a new contract for the Inter midfielder - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-la-richiesta-di-vecino-per-rinnovare-15729" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The 30-year-old is already tied to San Siro until 2024, but his representative is eager to arrange a new three-year deal. Vecino has made three Serie A appearances for Inter so far this season, scoring once.

Vecino’s agent to request new Inter contract

David Neres has been touted for a move away from Ajax - according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/09/20/internacional/1632137110_515776.html" target="_blank">AS</a>. The 24-year-old has less than two years to run on his current contract, and is currently valued at around €27m (£23m/$32m). Atletico Madrid and Sevilla both moved for Neres in the summer, but neither side was able to finalise a deal.

Neres touted for Ajax exit

Leeds have set their sights on Club Brugges&nbsp;forward Noa Lang, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-leeds-united-set-sights-on-lang-after-talks-held/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. Arsenal have also been linked with the 22-year-old, who moved to Belgium from Ajax permanently in the summer. Lang has three goals and four assists to his name already this season, and shone in a Champions League group draw against Paris Saint-Germain.

Leeds set sights on Noa Lang

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Negotiations ongoing between Al Rayyan and James Rodriguez with his representatives. Talks over potential loan deal - now discussing salary details. Everton are still waiting for James final decision. Not signed/done as of now. 🇶🇦🇨🇴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AlRayyan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AlRayyan</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1440153240599818246?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Everton's James in talks for Al Rayyan loan

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Pat Noonan is currently in Utah for a second interview for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RSL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RSL</a>’s open head coaching position, sources tell <a href="https://twitter.com/TheAthleticSCCR?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheAthleticSCCR</a>. Noonan has been an assistant in Philadelphia (<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DOOP?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DOOP</a>) since 2018 and previously coached with Bruce Arena at LA Galaxy and the USMNT. — Jeff Rueter (@jeffrueter) <a href="https://twitter.com/jeffrueter/status/1440095934298222598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Salt Lake to interview Noonan again

Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman says he does not want to speak about his future anymore after a 1-1 draw with Granada. The Dutch manager conceded that "today's Barca is not the Barca of eight years ago" after the club needed a late equaliser from Ronald Arauajo after trailing for 88 minutes. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-boss-koeman-refuses-to-be-drawn-on-sack-talk-after/9j4kpjm1dftu1j701it20xxxa" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Koeman refuses to be drawn on sack talk

Per Mertesacker admits that a Champions League return for Arsenal may not happen for another "two or three years", but he has urged patience with Mikel Arteta in what remains a "big, big transition" for the Gunners. North London heavyweights have failed to qualify for elite European competition since Arsene Wenger was still at the helm, with their last top-four finish coming back in 2015-16. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/mertesacker-arsenal-champions-league-absence-trust-arteta/1a1ugeuu7k2lq1hn5vtxa5h1tn" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Mertesacker asks for Arteta patience

Danny Drinkwater admits his time at Chelsea has been a "shambles", with the 31-year-old midfielder becoming a £35 million ($48m) flop for the Blues following a transfer from Leicester in 2017. That deal was done when Drinkwater was a Premier League title winner and an England international, with those at Stamford Bridge eager to reunite a proven performer with former Foxes team-mate N'Golo Kante. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/drinkwater-shambles-35m-chelsea-flop/712704qboh6r175bdz8n5v0fx" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Drinkwater makes 'shambles' admission

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 💬 "I feel at home here and I’m happy to be staying." Brad Potts said he feels right at home at Preston North End after signing a new deal with the club. More from Pottsy on iFollow PNE now. 👇<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pnefc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pnefc</a> — Preston North End FC (@pnefc) <a href="https://twitter.com/pnefc/status/1440026188022521865?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Preston renew Potts

Divock Origi is set to leave Liverpool in the January transfer window as he looks for more consistent playing time, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/liverpool-origi-puo-finire-in-ligue-1-40013" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. Jurgen Klopp <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/liverpool-boss-klopp-shocked-proper-offer-didnt-come-in-for/simkezi5myuv1po7z2ufa2x28" target="_blank">recently admitted</a> that he expected the striker to leave over the summer, but no palatable offers arrived. Lens have now been tipped as a possible landing spot for Origi.

€12m Origi to leave Liverpool in January

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 👥📞Corinthians held a talks with Paulinho. 🤔Paulinho has not yet decided on his career. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VaiCorinthians?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VaiCorinthians</a> <a href="https://t.co/91lFwzeyHl">pic.twitter.com/91lFwzeyHl</a> — Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1439975168026234887?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Paulinho draws Corinthians interest

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍️ | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFC</a> have completed the signing of 17-year-old forward Francis Okoronkwo from Sunderland. Welcome, Francis. 🔵 — Everton Academy (@EvertonAcademy) <a href="https://twitter.com/EvertonAcademy/status/1439942203770540040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

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