With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.
Tuesday morning's headlines:
Football rumours from the media
Paul Pogba features in the papers again. Read more.
Arsenal considering move for Lille winger Nicolas Pepe?
Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Nicolas Pepe after the winger enjoyed a fine start to the campaign with Lille. Read more.
Paul Pogba 'issues Manchester United ultimatum'
Paul Pogba reportedly tells Manchester United that he will look to leave Old Trafford in January if Jose Mourinho is not sacked as manager. Read more.
Real Madrid to join race to sign Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey?
Real Madrid are reportedly considering an offer for Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey, who is expected to leave the Gunners before the start of next season. Read more.
Pep Guardiola rules out Manchester City bid for Kylian Mbappe
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola rubbishes speculation claiming that the club are lining up a £200m deal for Paris Saint-Germain winger Kylian Mbappe. Read more.
Arsenal 'line up Piotr Zielinski as Aaron Ramsey replacement'
Arsenal reportedly identify Napoli attacker Piotr Zielinski as a possible replacement for Aaron Ramsey, who looks increasingly likely to leave the club. Read more.
Wolverhampton Wanderers keen on Aberdeen defender Scott McKenna?
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly monitoring the development of Aberdeen defender Scott McKenna ahead of a possible move for the Scotland international. Read more.
Manchester City 'stalling on new Phil Foden contract'
Manchester City are reportedly stalling on a new five-year deal for 18-year-old starlet Phil Foden in order to ensure that he keeps his feet on the ground. Read more.
Barcelona chief Josep Maria Bartomeu coy on Paul Pogba rumours
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu refuses to rule out a January move for Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba, but suggests he may not be for sale. Read more.