Liverpool Eye Schade as European Giants Circle Haaland and Foden
Liverpool are contenders to sign Brentford's Kevin Schade, while Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Phil Foden attract interest from top European clubs.
Liverpool have emerged as serious contenders to sign Brentford and Germany forward Kevin Schade, according to Teamtalk. The 24-year-old has also been linked with Manchester United. Schade's potential move to Anfield would strengthen Liverpool's attacking options.
In other transfer news, Barcelona have confirmed they attempted but failed to sign Inter Milan and Argentina forward Lautaro Martinez in the summer, as reported by Fichajes. The Catalan club's pursuit of Martinez highlights their desire to reinforce their front line.
Manchester City face mounting interest in two of their key players. Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly monitoring Norway striker Erling Haaland and would be ready to act if the opportunity arises, per the Sun. Additionally, Bayern Munich would move for England midfielder Phil Foden if he becomes available, according to Teamtalk. These reports suggest that City may need to fend off European giants to keep their stars.
Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini, 22, has expressed a desire to play abroad at some stage in his career, with Newcastle and Chelsea having already shown interest, Football Italia reports. Scalvini's potential departure would be a significant loss for Atalanta.
Nottingham Forest, Roma and Napoli target Dodo, 27, looks set to leave Fiorentina in January, with several clubs interested in the Brazilian full-back, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. Dodo's availability could spark a bidding war.
Finally, Brighton and Gambia winger Yankuba Minteh, 22, remains keen on a move to Liverpool after a summer transfer failed to materialise, GiveMeSport reports. Minteh's persistence indicates his strong desire to join the Reds.
