FC Barcelona set to land €70 million-rated German superstar and other transfer news and rumours of the day - 5th October, 2017

Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Today's stories feature the latest update on some of the major happenings in world football which may change the complexion of a few clubs. So let's head right in and take a look at the major happenings across Europe that made headlines on October 5, 2017:

La Liga

FC Barcelona linked to Julian Brandt

Marca has claimed that FC Barcelona are monitoring the situation of Julian Brandt at Bayer Leverkusen. The Catalans are looking for a wide player to fill the void created by Neymar's departure with the Barcelona board looking for options to complement Ousmane Dembele. Brandt has been linked with Liverpool in the past with the 21-year-old being considered as the future of German football. He is valued at around €70 by Leverkusen and may find the attraction of playing for FC Barcelona too good to turn down.

Harry Kane open for a move to Real Madrid

After reports emerging of the European champions preparing a €200 million bid for Premier League's most in-form striker, Harry Kane, the Englishman has now given his view on the interest from Spain. During England's press conference, Kane said, "I would never say no or yes. You'd not rule out anything. It's not something I definitely want to do, but you never rule anything out. I'm very happy here at Tottenham but we'll see what happens." This statement must have rung alarm bells at the Spurs headquarters.

Serie A

Chelsea reignite interest in Alex Sandro

Inter Milan to target Theo Walcott in January

The Nerazzurri are planning a raid on Arsenal in the winter transfer period by making a move for out of favour attacker, Theo Walcott. Arsenal are open to doing business for the 28-year-old in January and are looking to offload him on a cut-price deal. The player also wants to leave in search of regular playing time with this being the World Cup year. Walcott has found life tough in North London this season and has played only 45 minutes of league football.

Chelsea to go back for Alex Sandro

After tasting defeat in the left wing back's pursuit in the summer, Chelsea are determined to go back for the Brazilian in January. Though the Italian media has reported that Sandro is set to sign an extension with Juventus, the Blues are confident that Sandro will reject Juventus' offer to join the English champions. Conte is a big fan of the defender and is ready to spend over £60 million for him.

Bundesliga

The legend returns

Jupp Heynckes is the interim Bayern Munich boss

The big story coming from Germany is that Jupp Heynckes has been appointed as the new Bayern Munich manager. The 72-year-old replaces Carlo Ancelotti at the helm. After Thomas Tuchel and Julian Nagelsmann were linked with the job, the Bavarians have opted for a short-term solution to guide the team for this season. This will be Heynckes' third stint with Bayern Munich with his final season in 2012/13 yielding the club a famous treble.

Leon Goretzka to stay with Schalke 04 until the end of the season

Sport Bild has reported that contrary to reports, Leon Goretzka will see out the final year of his contract with Schalke 04 and will leave only in the summer on a Bosman transfer. It was reported that Schalke were keen on receiving some amount for the talented midfielder in January but would be more than happy to keep the 22-year-old in their ranks until May. FC Barcelona are said to be leading the race for the German midfielder with Arsenal and Bayern Munich also keeping tabs.

Premier League

London calling for the Merseyside lad

Chelsea and Spurs to renew Ross Barkley interest

The two Premier League clubs have reportedly decided to try and sign Everton's Ross Barkley in January. The Daily Mirror claims that Chelsea and Spurs are set to go head to head for the signature of Barkley who has entered the final year of his contract. The Englishman wants a move to London and is keen on joining a new club this season. Spurs see him as a talented alternative for Moussa Dembele who is currently struggling with his foot injury.

Liverpool duo to sign new contracts

Liverpool Echo, a trusted source regarding all the news pertaining Jurgen Klopp's men has revealed that the club has offered contract extensions to two Liverpool forwards. The two players in focus being Roberto Firmino and Ben Woodburn. The teenager Woodburn is set to get a huge pay rise once he turns 18 whereas Firmino is expected to sign a new two-year deal which will see him in a red shirt until June 2022.

Rest of the world

Back to his roots

Javier Pastore on Premier League's radar

The Argentine midfielder is currently high on Paris Saint Germain's list of players who are set to be sold in January. Javier Pastore is expected to be offered to clubs in January with Diario Gol reporting that Chelsea and Liverpool have registered an interest in the 28-year-old. Pastore is valued at around £26 million by the Parisians with the club being forced to sell players to avoid FFP sanctions.

Robin van Persie to move back to his first club

In what will be a fitting end to a stellar career, Robin Van Persie is all set to return to the club where it all started for him. RVP is ready to end his stint in Turkey with Fenerbahce and return home to Feyenoord. The Turkish club wants to bring a young striker in their team and are currently negotiating a pay-off deal with the Dutchman.