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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 1, 2017:
La Liga
FC Barcelona and Real Madrid to fight it out for the next 'Gerard Pique'
Rated as one of the most promising defenders in Spain at the moment, 16-year-old Osasuna defender, Iker San Vicente has been linked with a move to some of the biggest clubs in the world. The Mirror has reported that FC Barcelona and Real Madrid have taken note of the defender whose style of play has already been likened to Gerard Pique. San Vicente has rejected a new deal from Osasuna which has further added fuel to the rumour mill. Along with the Spanish giants, the other top clubs interested in the teenager are Arsenal, Chelsea and Juventus.
Toni Kroos miffed at Real Madrid
According to Don Balon, Toni Kroos has been left annoyed by the Real Madrid board after the club has not paid heed to his demands for a pay hike. It is believed that the German midfield maestro wants to earn at least at par with club's emerging superstar, Marco Asensio and has conveyed those feelings to the club hierarchy. Kroos is one of Real Madrid's most important members of their current squad and is integral to Zinedine Zidane's plans.
Serie A
AC Milan enter Alexis Sanchez race
The Rossoneri are the latest club to be linked with the wantaway Arsenal attacker if Don Balon are to be believed. The Spanish daily has reported that AC Milan are confident of luring Sanchez to the San Siro and are also preparing a mega deal for the Chilean. AC Milan's owners are also confident that they will fight off any interest from Paris Saint Germain for Sanchez. The Italian giants are looking to place a bid of over £50 million for the Arsenal talisman.
Suso in Real Madrid's sights
Marca has claimed that Real Madrid have been impressed by the rise of former Liverpool winger, Suso at AC Milan. Suso has been in brilliant form since joining the Italian giants and has recently signed a new long-term deal until 2022. The European champions are mulling over the idea of taking the Spaniard on board but the club are currently looking at him only as a player to improve their bench strength.
Bundesliga
Julian Nagelsmann leading Thomas Tuchel in the race for Bayern Munich hot seat
This is the belief of Bayern Munich legend, Lothar Matthaus that Julian Nagelsmann is leading the charge for taking over the reigns from Carlo Ancelotti. In an interview with Sky Germany, Matthaus said, "I believe that Nagelsmann is at the top. He is the top candidate and the long-term solution. There will be contact between Bayern and Hoffenheim, and Bayern will want their number one target."
Reece Oxford "massively disappointed" over his cut short loan deal
The 18-year-old West Ham United starlet, Reece Oxford joined Borussia Monchengladbach on a season-long loan in order to get regular game time. But Oxford is yet to make an appearance for the club with sources close to the player reporting that he is hugely disappointed with the Bundesliga club. West Ham are looking at the situation closely and will call back the player in December.
Premier League
Antonio Conte's Chelsea future in serious doubt
The Sunday Times has claimed that Antonio Conte will look to return to Italy as soon as next summer. His exit talks have been heightened after last night's loss to Manchester City. It is rumoured that the power struggle at the Stamford Bridge between the board and the manager has reached its peak since the summer. Conte is known to be a volatile character and is not expected to be a yes man to the Chelsea ownership. Inter Milan is expected to be his next destination.
Eden Hazard set for a bumper deal
Chelsea are set to offer Eden Hazard a huge new contract to fend off any interest from Real Madrid for their most valuable player. The Express reports that the new deal, if signed by Hazard, will see him become the highest earner in the Premier League. The Blues are set to table a £300,000 per week offer for the Belgian with Hazard currently earning £80,000 less.
Rest of the world
Julian Draxler happy at PSG
In an interview with Canal+, Julian Draxler has confirmed that he is content with life at Paris Saint-Germain and will not try and leave in January, contrary to reports. Draxler revealed, “I'm sure it's my best game. It's a pleasure to play with this team for me in this position.” The Frenchman was linked with Arsenal after the arrival of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
Chelsea in talks with £88 million-rated wonder kid
According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea are serious in their pursuit of Steaua Bucharest's 19-year-old prodigy, Florinel Coman. The left winger is one of the club's most top rated youngsters and has a mammoth release clause of £88 million. Chelsea's technical director Michael Emenalo has reportedly travelled to Bucharest to watch the gifted youngster live. Meanwhile, Bucharest believes that Coman is at par with PSG's Kylian Mbappe and hence have put a huge price tag on the teenager.
