Premier League
Manchester City hold talks with Samuel Umtiti
If the good folks at L'equipe are to be believed, Manchester City have held talks with Samuel Umtiti and his representatives. Umtiti has a release clause of €60 million and is reportedly excited about the idea of working under Pep Guardiola.
Manchester City are looking at centre-back options after the recent injuries to John Stones and Vincent Kompany have put their defensive options at stretch. Guardiola is said to be impressed by the Frenchman's form this season and is looking to raid his former side for a key figure from their side.
Liverpool make a last ditch effort to make Philippe Coutinho stay
After reports emerged about Philippe Coutinho having already played his last game for Liverpool, a recent advancement has arrived in this long drawn transfer saga. Mundo Deportivo claims that Liverpool tried a last ditch effort to make Coutinho stay at Anfield by offering him the club captaincy and also a new contract which will see him become the club's highest ever earner.