With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.
Thursday morning's headlines:
Report: Arsenal to return for Julian Draxler in January
A report claims that Julian Draxler is still wanted by Arsenal, who will make another approach for the Wolfsburg midfielder during the winter transfer window. Read more.
Rudy Gestede heading to Hull City as part of swap deal?
Rudy Gestede and Abel Hernandez could be involved in a swap deal between Aston Villa and Hull City when the transfer window reopens, according to a report. Read more.
Report: Torino want to extend loan deal for Manchester City's Joe Hart
Torino are reportedly keen to extend Joe Hart's loan deal until the end of the 2017-18 season. Read more.
Laurent Koscielny 'to retire at Arsenal or Lorient'
Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny says that he wants to retire from professional football at the Emirates Stadium or former team Lorient. Read more.
Klaus Allofs: 'Julian Draxler could leave Wolfsburg'
Wolfsburg sporting director Klaus Allofs claims that Julian Draxler could leave the Bundesliga outfit at the end of the 2016-17 campaign. Read more.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic talks-up Victor Lindelof potential
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic pays tribute to Benfica defender Victor Lindelof, who is believed to be a transfer target for the Red Devils. Read more.
Report: AC Milan scout Mateo Kovacic
A report claims that AC Milan scouted Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic during Tuesday's Champions League clash between Los Blancos and Sporting Lisbon. Read more.
Report: Jason Denayer wants permanent Sunderland move
A report claims that Jason Denayer, who is currently on loan at Sunderland from Manchester City, wants to move to the Black Cats on a permanent transfer. Read more.
Marc Muniesa open to Stoke City departure
Stoke City defender Marc Muniesa admits that he might be forced to leave the Potters in January in order to secure first-team football. Read more.
Report: Barcelona scout Atalanta BC's Franck Kessie
A report claims that Barcelona sporting director Robert Fernandez scouted Atalanta BC teenage midfielder Franck Kessie last weekend. Read more.
Jose Mourinho 'hopes' Lionel Messi stays at Barcelona
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho pours cold water on suggestions that his club could sign Lionel Messi from Barcelona. Read more.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic coy on next season's plans
Zlatan Ibrahimovic hints that he could still leave Manchester United this summer if he believes that his contribution to the team is not at the required level. Read more.
Jose Mourinho: 'Zlatan Ibrahimovic will stay next season'
Jose Mourinho confirms that Manchester United will exercise their option to keep Zlatan Ibrahimovic contracted to the club until the end of the 2017-18 campaign. Read more.
Kevin Muscat: 'Steven Gerrard will not be joining Melbourne Victory'
Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will not be joining Melbourne Victory, according to the A-League side's manager Kevin Muscat. Read more.
Leon Bailey: 'No Manchester United move unless I am guaranteed playing time'
Leon Bailey - who has reportedly been scouted by Manchester United - says that he will remain at Genk unless he is guaranteed playing time at Old Trafford. Read more.
Didier Drogba to leave Montreal Impact at the end of the season
Striker Didier Drogba confirms that he will leave Montreal Impact at the end of the MLS season. Read more.
West Ham United interested in Juventus striker Mario Mandzukic?
West Ham United are reportedly considering a bid for Juventus striker Mario Mandzukic in the January transfer window. Read more.
Southampton to launch loan bid for Liverpool forward Daniel Sturridge?
Southampton are reportedly ready to launch a loan bid for Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in the January transfer window. Read more.
Isco keen to extend stay at Real Madrid
Real Madrid midfielder Isco says that both he and the club are looking to extend his stay at the Bernabeu. Read more.
Chelsea lead race to sign Swedish prospect Alexander Isak?
Chelsea reportedly lead the hotly-contested race to sign AIK Fotboll teenager Alexander Isak. Read more.
Premier League quartet interest in Atalanta BC defender Mattia Caldara?
Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United are all reportedly interested in signing Atalanta BC defender Mattia Caldara. Read more.
Brisbane Roar confirm interest in Robbie Keane signing
Brisbane Roar's Mark Kingsman says that the A-League club will make an approach to sign former Republic of Ireland forward Robbie Keane. Read more.
