Barcelona star wanted by former club, Dani Alves hints at Premier League move, and more transfer news - 12th November 2018

Welcome to Sportskeeda's daily transfer roundup.

With the winter transfer window fast approaching, transfer mills seem to be working in overdrive. While the sheer quantity of rumours being generated is astonishing, we can be certain that a great deal of business will be done by in January.

Several clubs are looking to reinforce their sides while many players are being linked with potential moves away from their current clubs. Today's stories involve multiple giant clubs such as Manchester United and Barcelona among others.

On that note, without further ado, here is a look at all of today's top transfer news, rumours, and updates:

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Manchester United eye Roma's Lorenzo Pellegrini

22-year-old Lorenzo Pellegrini has caught Manchester United's attention

After an unsatisfactory summer transfer window, Jose Mourinho will look to make amends in the winter transfer window with several reports suggesting that the club would back him by giving him a budget of £100 million.

If reports from The Daily Express are to be believed, United could look to invest some of that money towards signing AS Roma's Lorenzo Pellegrini. The 22-year-old midfielder has quickly shot to prominence and was linked with a move to United in the summer as well, before he opted to stay in Roma, thereby silencing the rumours.

Considered to be a rising star in Italy, the Italian midfielder was extremely impressive last season. He has already made 12 appearances across all competitions this season and has scored 2 goals.

However, according to the aforementioned report, United are still keen on signing him and will look to trigger his release clause of £26 million. But, the report also claims that Roma have become aware of United's intentions, and plan to offer Pelligrini a much bigger contract with a much higher release clause.

Unai Emery to look inwards before signing Danny Welbeck's replacement

Arsenal star, Danny Welbeck, suffered a serious injury against Sporting in the UEFA Europa League

Arsenal were struck a blow when Danny Welbeck suffered a very serious injury during the Gunners' clash against Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Europa League. With reports now claiming that Welbeck could go on to miss the entire season, Unai Emery will be forced to consider his options.

Despite fans calling for the purchase of a replacement, manager Unai Emery seems inclined to look inwards first, and offer the likes of Eddie Nketiah an opportunity before investing in a replacement.

According to reports from Metro, Emery recently spoke about the matter and said

"The first [choice] is to look inside, and we have one striker also who is working well with the under-23s and is improving also, Eddie Nketiah, and he could have chances. But I think it’s early for speaking about the possibility [of signings] in January."

Chelsea to battle Manchester United for 16-year-old Heritier Deyonge

Maurizio Sarri and Jose Mourinho have reportedly identified the same transfer target

Chelsea and Manchester United will go head-to-head off the pitch in the January transfer window, according to reports from The Daily Express. The two English giants are reportedly set to battle it out for the singing of PSV's 16-year-old Heritier Deyonge.

The teenager joined PSV in 2012 and is believed to have made giant strides in his progress ever since. The Belgian has also reportedly attracted the attention of PSG, who are currently believed to be favourites for his signature but will now face competition from Chelsea and United.

Juventus want Barcelona star Arturo Vidal to return

Juventus calling?

Arturo Vidal joined Barcelona at the start of the ongoing season, after completing a move from Bayern Munich. However, Vidal has extensively been used as a substitute and has seen very limited playing time, prompting many to believe that he would be happy with a move away.

Now, according to reports from Calciomercato, Vidal's former side, Juventus, want to sign the Chilean for another stint at the club, where he played from 2011 to 2015.

The report claims that Juventus seek to strengthen their midfield and will make an offer to Barcelona for 31-year-old Vidal.

Dani Alves hints at Premier League move

Dani Alves has his eyes set on the Premier League

At the age of 35, Dani Alves still doesn't seem content with his glorious career. Having spent time and won a plethora of trophies with Sevilla, Barcelona, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain, Dani Alves is now reportedly eyeing the Premier League.

Despite his age, the Brazilian hopes to realise his dream of playing in the Premier League before retiring, and hopes to make it to the league widely hailed to be the best in the world.

Speaking to The Telegraph yesterday, Alves said:

“The idea that I might finish my career without going to the Premier League, it is not possible. For sure, this is the most amazing football in the world. First, because of the respect for the players from the fans, and then because of the passion on the pitch."

"If I can play, that would be perfect, but I will make it there one way or the other.”