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 13, 2017:
Premier League
Manchester United to rival Real Madrid for Harry Kane
After reports in Spain suggested that Real Madrid were prepared to make a bid of around £170 million for Harry Kane, the Sun has jumped on the bandwagon by claiming that Manchester United are set to enter the race for the Spurs hitman.
Kane is set to become a subject of interest from two massively rich clubs with the Red Devils ready to match any offer that Real Madrid are intending to put on the table. Jose Mourinho is said to be a huge admirer of the striker who has already scored 15 goals for club and country this season.
Trending
Arsenal eyeing Serbian defender
According to Guerin Sportivo, Arsenal are monitoring the situation of Napoli's Nikola Maksimovic. The 25-year-old central defender has made only one start this season and has reportedly fallen out of favour with the current Napoli boss, Maurizio Sarri.
The Gunners and Inter Milan are reportedly interested in the Serbian centre-back and may make a move for him in January.
Serie A
AC Milan dismiss Antonio Conte rumours
After speculations about Antonio Conte wanting a return to Italy were increasing day by day, AC Milan's director of football Massimiliano Mirabelli has been quick to quash these rumours.
Conte was linked with the Rossoneri but Mirabello today revealed to Radio Rossonera that, “We already have a manager and we are not thinking of Conte nor about other managers.”
Juventus contact Napoli over Faouzi Ghoulam
Calciomercato understands that Juventus are the latest club to make a move for Napoli's soon out of contract left back, Faouzi Ghoulam.
The 26-year-old can talk with other clubs after January and has made it clear that he does not sees himself in Naples after the current season. Juventus will see stiff competition from Manchester City for the Algerian international with the Premier League side looking for a fullback to cover for the injured Benjamin Mendy.
Bundesliga
Mikel Merino makes his move to Newcastle United a permanent one
The Magpies have exercised an option in Merino's loan deal to make his loan move from Borussia Dortmund a permanent one with immediate effect. Merino joined Newcastle in July and has now penned a five year deal with the Geordie club until 2022.
Merino was ecstatic after finalizing his move and told NUTV, “I’m really happy to be here, and for this part of the contract to finally be official. I’m happy to be here for five more years and I hope to keep playing for this club and to give good things to all the people and the club."
Arturo Vidal reverses retirement decision
After a dismal qualifying campaign ended with Chile being out of the race for the 2018 World Cup, Arturo Vidal had called it a day with the international side. But the midfielder has now backtracked from his decision by revealing that he will be up for selection whenever the team demands.
In a quick U-turn, Vidal said, "Chile is a team of warriors, I feel proud to belong to this squad. And I will not abandon them. We will go together to the end. Every time I am called I will be available for my national team. Our national team."
La Liga
Antoine Griezmann used Manchester United's interest to get a better deal with Atletico Madrid
This is the view of Griezmann's teammate Filipe Luis who believes that the Frenchman's camp bloated about United's interest in the forward just to get a better deal from Atletico Madrid.
Griezmann openly talked about a move to Manchester United last summer but then soon signed an extension with the Colchoneros. He signed a new four year deal with the club until 2021 which would see him earn £235,000 per week. Smart move, Antoine!
FC Barcelona to sell two midfielders in January
The Catalans have revived an interest in Philippe Coutinho and it is almost certain that Ernesto Valverde wants an upgrade in his midfield cauldron in January.
Marca has now claimed that Andre Gomes and Arda Turan are all set to be offloaded in the winter transfer window.
Gomes is a target for Tottenham Hotspur whereas Turan has garnered attention from Arsenal and Galatasaray. Barcelona need to sell some players to make room for new arrivals.
Rest of the world
Liverpool and Arsenal to go back for Thomas Lemar next summer
After AS Monaco chief, Vadim Vasilyev made it clear that he would not come in the way of his players wanting to leave, the Premier League giants are set to revive their interest in the French winger.
Lemar came close to a move to England last summer but could not complete a move to either Liverpool or Arsenal. Monaco are expected to demand at least £90 million for the 21-year-old who they signed for just £4 million in 2015.
Scotland appoint interim manager
After Gordon Strachan resigned after failing to guide Scotland into the World Cup playoffs, the Scottish FA has appointed Malky Mackay as an interim manager for the November 9 friendly against Netherlands.
The former Cardiff City manager has taken over from Strachan immediately but is not said to be a long-term fix for the Scots. Sky Sports reports that David Moyes and Sam Allardyce are in the running for a long-term job with the Scottish national team.
