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Transfer
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Twenty clubs. One running record. What has been reported, what has changed, and who said it first.

Friday, 23 October 2026Malta time · 20 developments
From the archiveNew information is added as it is verified against a source.
Today’s transfer desk
THE DAILY FILE

23 October 2026

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  1. 01
    Interest

    Manchester United reportedly preparing January bid for Diego Gomez

    CaughtOffside Premier League, citing Hooligan Soccer, reports that Manchester United are preparing a January bid for Brighton midfielder Diego Gomez. The report does not say a bid has been submitted, and no fee or agreement is given.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  2. 02
    Talks

    Liverpool reportedly optimistic of agreeing Rio Ngumoha contract in coming weeks

    CaughtOffside Premier League, citing Football Insider, reports that former scout Bryan King believes Liverpool will conclude new-contract negotiations with Rio Ngumoha in the coming weeks. The report does not say an agreement has been reached or announced.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  3. 03
    Interest

    Arsenal reportedly monitor Brighton striker Charalampos Kostoulas

    CaughtOffside Premier League, citing a Football Insider report, says Arsenal are tracking Brighton & Hove Albion striker Charalampos Kostoulas as a long-term attacking target. The headline describes him as €70m-rated, but the report gives no approach, offer or agreement.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  4. 04
    Approach

    Liverpool reportedly move for David Otorbi, but Valencia respond with extension and €60m release clause

    Premier League News Now reports that Liverpool told Valencia and the player's agent they wanted to activate David Otorbi's €30m release clause. The same report says Valencia have triggered a three-year extension that raises the clause to €60m. No agreement is reported.

    Source: Premier League News Now
  5. 05
    Interest

    Bernabéu Digital reports Real Madrid are competing for Jarell Quansah

    Bernabéu Digital reports that Real Madrid are competing for Jarell Quansah as they prioritise a central defender for next season. The item gives no fee, approach or offer, and its summary does not name a rival club.

    Source: Bernabeu Digital
  6. 06
    Interest

    Arsenal reportedly explore move for Bayern goalkeeper Leonard Prescott

    CaughtOffside Premier League, citing an exclusive TEAMtalk report, says Arsenal have entered the race for Bayern Munich goalkeeper Leonard Prescott. The report links the interest to his uncertain contract situation in Germany, and no approach, fee or offer is reported.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  7. 07
    Other

    Liverpool reportedly to meet Ifeanyi Ndukwe's representatives over a January return

    CaughtOffside Liverpool, citing Liverpool Echo, reports that Liverpool are due to meet the representatives of defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe this weekend to decide whether to bring him back from his loan at Levante in January. The report gives no fee, offer or agreement.

    Source: CaughtOffside Liverpool
  8. 08
    Talks

    Declan Rice contract reportedly close, with a reported £350,000-a-week salary

    Premier League News Now reports that Declan Rice is closing in on a new long-term Arsenal contract reportedly worth £350,000 a week, with a January announcement planned. The report says talks began in March and the club are optimistic, but no agreement has been announced.

    Source: Premier League News Now
  9. 09
    Player Statement

    Conte says he is not in advanced talks with any club

    BBC Man United reports that Antonio Conte has played down speculation linked to Manchester United, saying he is not in advanced talks with any club. The item gives no further terms or details of any approach.

    Source: BBC Man United
  10. 10
    Approach

    Liverpool reportedly make contact over Felix Nmecha

    CaughtOffside Premier League reports that Liverpool have made contact with representatives of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha. The same report says he does not currently appear to be at the top of their midfield shortlist, and no offer or agreement is reported.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  11. 11
    Other

    Galatasaray reportedly cooling interest in Bruno Fernandes

    CaughtOffside reports that Galatasaray have reportedly cooled their interest in Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, limiting his realistic European options. The report says United still hold an option to extend his deal, and no offer or agreement is reported.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  12. 12
    Interest

    Arsenal reportedly preparing a fresh attempt to sign Vinícius Júnior

    Bernabéu Digital's live transfer feed reports that Arsenal are preparing a new attempt to sign Vinícius Júnior, after Real Madrid secured his stay with a new contract. The item gives no fee, approach or offer.

    Source: Bernabeu Digital
  13. 13
    Interest

    Manchester United reportedly monitor Como's Nico Paz

    CaughtOffside Premier League reports that Manchester United are monitoring Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz ahead of next season, after he scored twice and assisted in Como's 4-1 Champions League win over United. The report gives no fee, approach or offer.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  14. 14
    Interest

    Liverpool and Tottenham reportedly monitor Malo Gusto after Chelsea stance shift

    CaughtOffside Premier League reports that Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto, after Chelsea reportedly became more open to selling him. The report cites a £75m valuation and gives no approach, offer or agreement.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  15. 15
    Interest

    Football London says Chelsea and Xabi Alonso are interested in Nico Paz

    Football London Chelsea reports that Como's Nico Paz has impressed in the Champions League and that Chelsea, with Xabi Alonso, have shown interest in him. The item gives no fee, approach or offer.

    Source: Football London Chelsea
  16. 16
    Contract

    Romano says Arda Güler's new Real Madrid contract is completed

    CaughtOffside Real Madrid, citing Fabrizio Romano, reports that Arda Güler's new Real Madrid contract has been completed and signed. The item is a journalist's report and does not include a club announcement or contract terms.

    Source: CaughtOffside Real Madrid
  17. 17
    Interest

    Arsenal reportedly keep close watch on Monza striker Gustavo Varela

    CaughtOffside Premier League reports that Arsenal are closely monitoring Monza striker Gustavo Varela after a strong start to his Serie A career following his summer move from Benfica. The report gives no approach, fee or offer.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  18. 18
    Other

    Bournemouth owner says new Alex Scott contract hope remains as Liverpool and Chelsea stay keen

    CaughtOffside Premier League reports that Bournemouth owner Bill Foley says the club have not given up hope of persuading Alex Scott to sign a new contract. The same report says Liverpool and Chelsea remain in the race for the midfielder, and no fee, approach or offer is reported.

    Source: CaughtOffside Premier League
  19. 19
    Interest

    Trent Alexander-Arnold tipped for a January loan back to the Premier League

    CaughtOffside Real Madrid, citing transfer insider Indy Kaila, reports that Trent Alexander-Arnold could move back to the Premier League on a short-term loan in January. The report says he is evaluating his options at Real Madrid, and no club, approach or agreement is named.

    Source: CaughtOffside Real Madrid
  20. 20
    Interest

    Real Madrid and Barcelona battle for Johan Manzambi in deal reportedly above €60m

    Bernabéu Digital reports that Real Madrid and Barcelona are competing for Aston Villa midfielder Johan Manzambi, and that the deal could exceed €60m. The item gives no approach, bid or agreement.

    Source: Bernabeu Digital
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