Transfer Talk 7pm Update: Xherdan Shaqiri, Koke, Karim Benzema

Reports continued to link Arsenal with a move for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema, while Stoke City stepped up their chase for Xherdan Shaqiri as just 22 days remain in the transfer window.

Sunday evening's headlines:

Venezuelan model 'confirms Karim Benzema Arsenal move' Venezuela model and football presenter Jeinny Lizarazo confirms that Karim Benzema will be moving to Arsenal. Read more.

Stoke City boss Mark Hughes hopeful of sealing Xherdan Shaqiri deal Stoke City boss Mark Hughes is hopeful that the club can wrap up a deal to complete the signing of Inter Milan midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri after he was spotted at the Britannia Stadium. Read more.

Report: Chelsea bid £46m for Koke Atletico Madrid reportedly turn down an offer of £46m from Chelsea for midfielder Koke. Read more.

West Ham United 'increase' Javier Hernandez bid West Ham United prepare a new bid for Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez, according to a report. Read more.

Derby County lodge £5m Michail Antonio bid? Derby County reportedly make a £5m bid for Nottingham Forest winger Michail Antonio. Read more.

Antonio Cassano rejoins Sampdoria on a two-year contract Serie A club Sampdoria confirm the signing of former striker Antonio Cassano, who spent four years with the Genoa-based club between 2007 and 2011, on a two-year contract. Read more.