Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool targeting former Bayern Munich midfielder

PSV Eindhoven midfielder Paul Wanner has emerged as a target for Liverpool, while Real Madrid winger Rodrygo is still on the shortlist of options for Arsenal. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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- PSV Eindhoven midfielder Paul Wanner has emerged as a target for Liverpool, according to Christian Falk. The 20-year-old former Bayern Munich player has made 40 appearances since moving to the Netherlands last summer, with Bayern currently not planning to trigger his return to Munich.

- Arsenal remain in contact with the camp of Real Madrid winger Rodrygo as a potential long-term target, according to TEAMtalk. The Brazil international, 25, is currently recovering from a serious knee injury with a targeted return around December, while the Gunners are still looking to bolster their wide options following the summer departures of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.

- Liverpool are also among several Premier League clubs monitoring Fiorentina midfielder Cher Ndour, TEAMtalk reports. The 22-year-old has made 62 appearances since joining the Italian side from PSG in February, with Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Brighton & Hove Albion, Crystal Palace, and Hull City also credited with an interest.

- Everton are unlikely to revisit their pursuit of Tottenham forward Richarlison after a proposed summer move collapsed, according to Football Insider. The 29-year-old remains contracted to Spurs until next summer but was omitted from their Premier League squad, with subsequent moves to Trabzonspor and Vasco da Gama also failing to materialize.

- Málaga are closing in on an agreement to sign free agent forward Anthony Martial following his departure from Liga MX side Monterrey, reports Foot Mercato. The former Manchester United and Sevilla forward has reportedly turned down a two-year, €10 million offer from Al Ittihad Tripoli of Libya to prioritize discussions with the Spanish club.

Other rumors

- Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City are monitoring Roma forward Donyell Malen, who has recorded 21 goals and four assists in 25 appearances since moving to Serie A. (Ekrem Konur)

- Bayern Munich are keeping tabs on Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade as a potential long-term successor to Harry Kane. (Ekrem Konur)

- Arsenal have no intention of allowing midfielder Martin Zubimendi to leave in the January transfer window, despite interest from Chelsea and Real Madrid. (Football Insider)

- Barcelona scouts have been tracking Djurgarden attacking midfielder Bo Hegland, who has registered 10 goals and 18 assists in 29 matches for the Swedish side. (Expressen)

- Bayern Munich admire Liverpool playmaker Florian Wirtz, but are not actively pursuing a transfer at present. (Christian Falk)

- Leeds United have put contract negotiations on ice with forward Lukas Nmecha, leaving his long-term future at the club uncertain. (TEAMtalk)

- Manchester United winger Noah Ajayi, 17, is set to sign his first professional contract with the club after impressing at youth level. (Sky Sports)

- A host of major European clubs including Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, and PSG are tracking Bayern Munich talent Lennart Karl. (Ekrem Konur)