Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in La Liga on Wednesday, September 9.
Wednesday morning's La Liga transfer talk news roundup:
Atletico Madrid willing to cash in on Arsenal target Thomas Partey?
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Arsenal have reportedly been handed a boost in the race to sign Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey.
While the Gunners are known to hold an interest in the Ghana international, they appear to be reluctant to pay the player's £45m release clause.
Ahead of the new season, Atletico have been refusing to considering anything less than the stated fee, a stance also taken with part-exchange deals.
However, according to Marca, the La Liga outfit are willing to conclude the transfer of Espanyol's Marc Roca, who is regarding as a potential replacement for Partey.
That could theoretically lead to Atletico reconsidering how to handle the 27-year-old, aware that they need to reduce their wage bill over the coming weeks.
Partey has, so far, rejected any offers of a new contract from Atletico, a club which he has represented since 2015 after two loan spells elsewhere.
Manchester United 'do not want buy-back clause in Sergio Reguilon deal'
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Real Madrid are reportedly insisting on a buy-back clause if they allow Sergio Reguilon to sign for Manchester United.
Despite having impressed during a loan spell at Sevilla, Reguilon remains behind Marcelo and Ferland Mendy in the pecking order at the Bernabeu.
At a time when they are keen to raise funds and reduce their wage bill, Los Blancos are said to be willing to allow the left-back to link up with Man United.
However, according to COPE, the La Liga champions are insisting on being provided with the option of re-signing the Spaniard at a later date.
Although United are regarded as the frontrunners for the 23-year-old, they have little interest in agreeing to Real's most recent demand.
The Premier League giants must now decide whether they will to proceed with a £25m deal.
More transfer news from La Liga:
Lyon chief confirms contact with Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette over transfer
Alexandre Lacazette was offered the chance to return to Lyon in January on a short-term loan deal, according to the French club's sporting director Juninho Pernambucano. Read more.
Manchester United 'prioritise attacking signings over Sergio Reguilon'
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly prioritising an attacking player in the final weeks of the transfer window, with Jadon Sancho his top target. Read more.
Manchester City 'consider Diego Carlos, Jose Gimenez bids'
Manchester City are allegedly contemplating whether to move for either Diego Carlos or Jose Gimenez instead of Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly. Read more.
Lyon forward Memphis Depay confirms Barcelona interest
Lyon forward Memphis Depay acknowledges that Barcelona are interested in securing a deal for his services this summer. Read more.
Philippe Coutinho agent rules out Premier League move
Agent Kia Joorabchian suggests that Philippe Coutinho will remain at Barcelona for the upcoming campaign, rather than make the switch to a Premier League club. Read more.
Liverpool 'in line for £5m Philippe Coutinho windfall after Barcelona U-turn'
Barcelona must hand over another £5m to Liverpool once Philippe Coutinho makes 15 more appearances for the club, according to a report. Read more.
Bayern Munich's Thiago Alcantara 'given extra time off amid Liverpool links'
Bayern Munich reportedly provide Thiago Alcantara with several days off to allow for decisions to be made regarding his future. Read more.
