The latest transfer speculation places Liverpool in the race for Brentford and Germany forward Kevin Schade. The 24-year-old has also been linked with Manchester United, and Liverpool are now described as genuine contenders for his signature.
Barcelona have confirmed that they tried and failed to sign Argentina and Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez, 29, in the summer.
Manchester City duo Erling Haaland and Phil Foden feature in the latest speculation. Real Madrid and Barcelona have both been circling Norway forward Haaland, 26, and would be ready to pounce if the opportunity arises. Bayern Munich would move for England midfielder Foden, 26, if he becomes available for a move from City.
Elsewhere, Italy and Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini, 22, would like to experience playing abroad at some stage in his career, with Newcastle and Chelsea having already expressed interest. Nottingham Forest, Roma and Napoli target Dodo, 27, looks set to secure a move away from Fiorentina in January, with several clubs interested in the Brazilian full-back.
Brighton and Gambia winger Yankuba Minteh, 22, is still keen to join Liverpool after a summer move failed to materialise.