The summer transfer window is closed for the major leagues in Europe. However, with an eye on January, there's plenty of gossip swirling about who's moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Barcelona's Pique, Alba out by winter
Barcelona's "Operation Exit" is taking shape with Gerard Pique, Jordi Alba, and Memphis Depay likely leaving during the January transfer window, according to Diario Sport.
It has previously been reported that the Blaugrana want to part ways Pique and Alba, but the Catalans are now said to have already begun negotiations for the pair to leave during this winter.
In the case of Alba, there are various clubs that could be interest in signing the left-back, with Juventus a prominent one that has previously been linked.
Making an effort to move the process along, Barcelona could even offer an agreed termination of Alba's contract.
Barcelona are also looking at moving on Depay after the World Cup due to his lack of minutes at the start of the season, which has since been followed by an injury spell.
While his Netherlands compatriot Frenkie de Jong has impressed on the pitch recently, Barcelona would be interested in offloading him for a large amount in order to strengthen their squad.
Meanwhile, Sergio Busquets' contract expires in the summer and the midfielder isn't expected to stay past that point.
Finally, Pablo Torre and Inaki Pena could both be sent out on loan in January.
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13.43 BST: Angel Di Maria has vehemently denied rumours that he will leave Juventus in the winter transfer window.
The Argentina international joined Juve as a free agent in the summer after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired.
Di Maria, 34, signed a one-year contract with Juve and he is determined to honour it despite rumours claiming he will return to play in Argentina in January.
The former Real Madrid star wrote on Instagram: "I don't usually give explanations when I read these lies, but it's time to do so.
"I do not know who has invented that I am leaving in January, the statements of mine that you have seen where I say that I am going to retire in "Rosario Central" (the club where I left) are recent, but they are statements that I have made since the day I came for the first time to play here in Europe in 2007. That does not mean that I want to leave TODAY, nor am I going to leave in January, please stop inventing,
"I am very happy in this great club, very happy in the city and when I'm physically fit again, I'll give the team the best of me as I always did when I've played, here and in all the teams where I've played. I love to play football, I don't like to watch the games at home, I like to play them, so please don't believe everything you read because that doesn't help, it only tarnishes my name and the name of the club."
12.51 BST: Spanish prosecutors on Friday dropped all fraud and corruption charges against Brazil forward Neymar and other accused over his transfer to Barcelona from Santos in 2013, the public prosecutor told a court.
Prosecutors wanted a two-year prison term for Neymar and the payment of a €10m ($9.95m) fine.
A source close to the Neymar family told Reuters that their legal representatives Baker Mckenzie would claim costs against the private prosecution for what they consider recklessness, acting in poor faith and for abuse of process.
They will also reserve the right to claim for damages.
12.17 BST: Brazilian striker Vinicius Jr. has extended his contract with Real Madrid until June 2027, according to Diario AS.
The deal has not been officially announced yet by Real Madrid but according to the publication, the three-year contract extension was signed in the summer.
Vinicius joined Real Madrid in July 2018 from Flamengo in a €45m transfer after turning 18. The Brazil international scored 22 goals last season, including the only goal in last season's Champions League final against Liverpool that gave Real Madrid the title. The 22-year-old has scored eight goals in 17 appearances for Madrid so far this season.
11.19 BST: Roma are looking at signing Houssem Aouar from Lyon in January despite the midfielder being out of contract in the summer, Calciomercato reports.
Aouar, 24, has been linked with moves to several big clubs in the past, but Lyon have always resisted in him. That has led the France international to move into the final year of his contract without agreeing a new deal.
Calciomercato reports that Aouar would be available in January for a small fee, although the player's desired salary of €4.5m a year plus bonuses could be a stumbling block for any potential move.
10.26 BST: Barcelona are looking for a midfielder and a right-back to strengthen their squad in the winter transfer window, according to Mundo Deportivo.
While Barca cannot make big acquisitions in January, they will try to comb the market to find good deals to strengthen those two positions.
Barca are looking at players whose contracts expire next summer to find candidates that will reinforce the team without having to pay big transfer costs.
This week's elimination from the Champions League will have financial implications for Barca and will mean less money to spend in the winter transfer window.
09.35 BST: Sporting CP forward Marcus Edwards has revealed he would like to return to England to play in the Premier League.
Edwards, 23, came through the youth system at Tottenham Hotspur, but only made one first-team appearance for Spurs before moving to Vitoria Guimaraes in 2019.
Having joined Sporting in January, Edwards returned to Tottenham for Wednesday's Champions League match, and he scored against his old club in a 1-1 draw.
Asked about his decision to move to Portugal, Edwards told the Evening Standard: "Everyone has a different journey. For me it worked out, going over there and it clicked straight away.
"It has been good for me, but I would love to play in England [again] and be near my family."
08.48 BST: Real Madrid plan to make an offer to Palmeiras for their young striker Endrick in the coming days, according to Marca.
The 16-year-old became the youngest player to score for Palmeiras in Tuesday's 3-1 league win at Atletico Paranense.
Endrick signed his first professional contract with Palmeiras in May, which runs until the summer of 2025 and has a €60m release clause.
While he is not legally allowed to leave Brazil and play for a team in another country until he turns 18, Madrid have been monitoring the player since last season, while Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly already made a bid to Palmeiras for the player.
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08.00 BST: Bruno Fornaroli's time at Perth Glory has come to an abrupt end after the club agreed to release the star striker from the final season of his A-League Men contract.
Fornaroli, whose 82 goals in 142 games place him fifth on the ALM's all-time goal-scoring list, played the first two games this season before being frozen out for last week's 2-1 win over Central Coast in confusing circumstances. Perth initially said Fornaroli wasn't part of the squad due to injury, but the 35-year-old hit back on social media by saying he was 100% fit and available.
The Glory held a meeting on Friday where Fornaroli's departure was agreed upon, and chief executive Anthony Radich believes the right decision has been made.
"It is a difficult decision for both parties, but such decisions have to be made as we continue to rebuild the club," Radich said in a statement. "Moving forward, Bruno's departure means we have an opportunity to strengthen the squad when the transfer window reopens in January and we fully intend to do so."
Fornaroli has been linked with a move to Melbourne Victory under coach Tony Popovic. Popovic, who coached Fornaroli during his time at Perth, played a straight bat when asked about the rumours on Friday.
"I'm not aware of those rumours. I'm not aware of that [talks]," Popovic said. "But I think rumours will always exist and if you're a big club, then you'll always be linked, I guess, with big players. From my point of view, yes, it's just a rumour."
If Fornaroli does move to the Victory, he won't be able to play until January's transfer window.
PAPER GOSSIP (Danny Lewis)
- Fabrizio Romano has suggested that interest is growing for PSV Eindhoven's Cody Gakpo and Lille's Jonathan David. Southampton and Leeds United had made offers for Gakpo in the summer, while Everton have shown an interest in David, but both attacking talents are now expected to eventually join larger and more successful clubs than those mentioned.
- Milan Skriniar has left the door open to possibly staying with Internazionale after the first meeting was held about the centre-back's contract situation, reports Calciomercato. There will be another meeting next week, in which Inter will present a concrete offer to Skriniar's agents and they are very keen for the Slovakia international to stay.
- Christian Falk has denied any reports stating that Bayern Munich are interested in Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan. The Germany international's current City contract only runs until the summer of 2023, while he has scored twice and provided one assist in Pep Guardiola's side this season.
- Ekrem Konur has suggested that Arsenal scouts are keeping tabs on Palmeiras' 21-year-old midfielder Danilo. They are likely to get a good look at the midfielder in Palmeiras' next match on Tuesday, as he has started each of their last six contests since returning from a suspension.
- Josef Martinez will not return to Atlanta United FC, reports The Athletic, with sporting director Carlos Bocanegra telling the former MLS MVP that he would not be part of the club's future during a face-to-face meeting. Atlanta have been pursuing a new No. 9 and would use the Designated Player spot to find a replacement for Martinez, who led the Five Stripes to the MLS Cup in 2018.
-- New York Red Bulls could lose United States defender Aaron Long to free agency, as reported by MLSsoccer.com, who add that Kyle Duncan could return following the expiration of his loan from Oostende. RBNY are already in discussions with Gremio regarding a permanent move for Elias Manoel after his loan expired, while offers are expected to come in for John Tolkin. Caden Clark, on loan at New York after signing with RB Leipzig last season, is set to leave his first ever club, but it is unknown where he'll play next.
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