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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 9, 2017:
La Liga
Barcelona looking at Dele Alli as Coutinho alternative
Spanish publication Sport claims that the Catalans are keeping an eye on Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli.
However, Dele Alli is not their top priority. La Blaugrana will still be attempting to sign Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool but if the Scousers continue to be unrelenting and rebuff their offers, they will turn to Dele Alli.
Earlier in the summer, various reports had emerged linking the young Englishman to Barcelona. This could revive all the buzz.
James Rodriguez wants Real Madrid return
Following the sacking of Carlo Ancelotti, Columbian superstar and former Real Madrid talisman, James Rodriguez, wants to move back to Spain and rejoin Los Blancos, according to Diario Gol.
Rodriguez joined Bayern Munich on a 2 year loan deal in July and has not had the easiest time settling down in Germany. Reports suggest that Ancelotti's sacking has further unsettled the star who is now indifferent about staying at Bayern.
Real Madrid want Sociedad's right-back Alvaro Odriozola
According to AS, Los Blancos are plotting a summer move for Alvaro Odriozola.
The right-back's release clause stands at €40m which the La Liga giants will deem affordable. However, Real Madrid are a little hesitant to play their cards and will wait and see how this season pans out before they go in for the 21-year-old.
Arsenal to make a move for Arda Turan
With the impending departures of Ozil and Alexis expected to leave a dent in the club's chances domestically and elsewhere, Arsenal are now planning on making a move for Barcelona midfielder Arda Turan, according to Daily Mail.
Valverde has not been playing Turan and Spanish news outlets are of the opinion that Turan's stint in Spain is coming to an end. Arsenal are planning to make a bid in January so as to have the replacements in place before the departures happen.
Premier League
Manchester City prepare £400m deal for Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi has not yet signed a new deal at Barcelona and the blue side of Manchester is ready to lure the diminutive magician to the Etihad, according to AS.
Manchester City have been interested in signing Messi for a long time now. But due to recent developments and a few shortcomings on the board's part, Messi has been left disgruntled at the club.
This has opened a window of opportunity for the Citizens and they are ready to break the bank and a few records in order to land one of the best players to have graced the game.
Bayern Munich join race for Arsenal's Mesut Ozil
Mesut Ozil, whose future is still undecided at the Emirates could very well move from the club on a free next summer. Daily Star has now reported that Bayern Munich is willing to offer Ozil a chance to return to his homeland.
Manchester United are also interested in the German playmaker. Arsenal will not want to see another one of their best players joining rivals United and therefore will be happy to send him off to Bayern in case they can't extend his contract.
Ligue 1
PSG want David De Gea
Real Madrid will need to wake up from their slumber and make a decision on De Gea as the big spending PSG is now the latest ones who have arrived on the block for the Manchester United goalkeeper, according to Le10 Sport.
PSG were linked with Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak but his hefty price tag of £100m has become a deterrent. However, Manchester United will try their very best to keep De Gea who has been one of the best goalkeepers in the world for a while now.
Mbappe wants Griezmann to join PSG
According to Don Balon, Mbappe has asked PSG to bring Antoine Griezmann to the French capital next summer. Griezmann will be an illustrious addition to an already spectacular side that boasts of names like Neymar, Cavani, Mbappe, Verratti, Di Maria and Dani Alves.
Mbappe and Griezmann are both regulars in the French national squad and have experience playing together.
Serie A
Manchester United to return for Ivan Perisic
The Red Devils, who have had several bids rejected for the Croat, are not ready to bow out and accept defeat. According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, United are expected to return next summer for Perisic.
Perisic's release clause is reportedly set at £54m and United will have no qualms triggering that at the end of this season.
Chelsea to make fresh bid for Sandro
According to CalcioMercato, Chelsea will make a fresh move for Juventus star Alex Sandro in, as early as, January.
The Stamford Bridge outfit had more than a few of their bids for the Brazilian rejected and Juventus had made it clear that they do not intend on letting Sandro leave the club.
Antonio Conte wants to bring Sandro to Stamford Bridge to enhance his squad depth and also to provide competition for Ma so as to get the best out of his players.
Rest of the World
Thomas Muller takes a dig at Ancelotti
Thomas Muller is the latest player to take a dig at Carlo Ancelotti.
Following the announcement of former boss Jupp Heyneckes' return, Muller said 'Bayern will have good training again.'
Earlier, Arjen Robben had slammed Ancelotti's training techniques and methodologies. It seems to be a clear case of Ancelotti losing his dressing room that led to his sacking.
Real Madrid looking forward to Odegaard's return from Heerenveen
Martin Odegaard who was the talk of the town 3 years back as the hottest young talent in football had fallen out of favour subsequently and was reduced to the status of one of those who never made it on the big stage.
However, following his loan move in January to Holland side Heerenveen, Odegaard has been impressive and is a first-team regular now. He has showcased glimpses of the talent that made him one of the most sought-after teenagers and Los Blancos can't wait to have him back in Madrid, according to DailyMail.
