Ronaldo submits his 3-man transfer wishlist to Real Madrid, Griezmann opens up on future and other transfer news and rumours of the day - 30th November, 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo Signs New Contract at Real Madrid
Cristiano Ronaldo wants Florentino Perez to sign three players of his choice

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 November 30, 2017:


La Liga

Cristiano Ronaldo gives his three-man wish list to Real Madrid

The Portuguese talisman has been outspoken this season over Real Madrid's need to buy needed reinforcements. Los Blancos sit eight points behind FC Barcelona with Ronaldo desperate for his side to pick up the mantle and defend their league title.

According to Diario Gol, Ronaldo has requested club supremo Florentino Perez to sign three players namely - PSG's Marquinhos, Valencia's Goncalo Guedes and Athletic Bilbao's goalkeeper Kepa. The custodian is set to be a free agent next summer whereas Guedes is on loan at Valencia from PSG.

Marquinhos has a deal with the Parisians until 2022 and it will take a huge bid to lure him away from the French giants. All these targets are attainable for Real Madrid next summer with Perez also looking to sign David Luiz in January to sort out his ailing defence.

FC Barcelona track Brazilian midfielder

Gremio yesterday won the Copa Libertadores with central midfielder Arthur winning the man of the match award. AS claims that Barcelona's technical director, Robert Fernandez was in the stands to scout the 21-year old.

And he must be impressed by what he saw! Arthur ran the show for Gremio and was easily the best player on the field. The Catalans are expected to make a move for him next summer.

Serie A

FC Internazionale Milano v UC Sampdoria - Serie A
Hinting at a move to Real Madrid?

Mauro Icardi's wife opens door for his move to Real Madrid

Wanda Nara, Icardi's wife and agent have not ruled out the striker's move to the Spanish capital. After a brilliant start to the season, Icardi has been linked with a move to Real Madrid with Zinedine Zidane looking at the Argentine as a direct replacement for Karim Benzema.

Nara told Corriere Dello Sport, "Mauro is an important player, and there are top clubs who have been following him for some time. Will he move elsewhere in future? It's difficult to say because in football you never know what will happen."

Giuseppe Rossi undergoes Genoa medical

Free agent and World Cup winner, Giuseppe Rossi has today undergone a medical with Serie A side, Genoa. He has overcome his series of knee injuries and is ready for another stint in the Italian league. His agent revealed that Rossi will sign a deal until the end of the season with an option to extend it for a year further.

Bundesliga

Watford v Liverpool - Premier League
On Bayern Munich's radar

Four managers in line to become Bayern Munich boss next season

After Jupp Heynckes made it clear that he will not manage the Bavarians after the end of the season, the German champions have started their search for a new man in charge. Sport Bild reports that Bayern Munich have shortlisted four names from which the club will choose their new boss.

The German daily has claimed that the likes of Thomas Tuchel, Joachim Low, Julian Nagelsmann and Jurgen Klopp are on the list of probable to take over the reigns at the Allianz Arena. Hoffenheim's Julian Nagelsmann seems to be the most obvious choice with Low and Klopp not easy to lure away at the moment.

Sandro Wagner keen on joining Bayern Munich

Former Bayern Munich academy product, Sandro Wagner is said to be relishing the thought of joining his former side in January. The Bavarians are looking for a striker this winter and have identified Wagner as a first choice option.

Hoffenheim boss, Julian Nagelsmann has admitted that Wagner is attracting interest from Bayern Munich and has also revealed that the club will not come in the way of the striker if he intends to change loyalties.

Premier League

Club Atletico de Madrid v Real Madrid CF - UEFA Champions League Semi Final: Second Leg
Arsenal had a chance to sign Antoine Griezmann in 2013

Antoine Griezmann reveals that he will never join Arsenal

Atletico Madrid forward, Antoine Griezmann has revealed that the Gunners had kept him in the hanging over a move four years ago. Arsene Wenger was reportedly keen on signing the Frenchman in 2013 from Real Sociedad but the move fell down at the last minute.

In his autobiography, 'Behind the Smile', Griezmann has admitted that he was distraught by Arsenal's decision and hence would never join the club in his playing career. The Frenchman says in his book, "I don't like to be told something and for it not to happen."

David Silva signs an extension with Manchester City

After Pep Guardiola openly asked David Silva to sign an extension with the club, the Spaniard has duly obliged. Silva has just now signed a one-year contract extension with Manchester City which will see him at the Etihad until 2020. Silva was linked with a move away from City after the end of the season with Liverpool and a couple of Spanish sides interested.

After penning a new deal, Silva told the club's official website, "I am so happy to have committed my future to City. I am incredibly proud of what I have achieved at City in my seven-and-a-half seasons here and with Pep in charge, I feel we are in a great position to win trophies this season and beyond."

Rest of Europe

Sporting CP v Fiorentina - Pre-Season Friendly
Jurgen Klopp wants the 22-year-old winger at Anfield

Hatem Ben Arfa chased by two Premier League clubs

The French playmaker is reportedly eyeing a move back into the Premier League. The Daily Mirror claims that Ben Arfa is attracting interest from Leicester City and West Ham United ahead of the January transfer market. Ben Arfa is surplus to demands at PSG with the Parisians looking to offload him as soon as possible.

Liverpool preparing a £53 million move for Gelson Martins

Portuguese publication A Bola has reported that the Reds are preparing a £53.5 million bid for Sporting Lisbon winger Gelson Martins. The 22-year-old is said to be a long-term target for Liverpool with Jurgen Klopp reportedly being an admirer of the winger. Martins has a release clause of the said amount and has already scored four league goals this season.

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