Latest transfer news today: Diogo Dalot linked with Serie A move as Man City eye Chelsea defender

With the Premier League season now in full swing, it has become clear which teams are in desperate need of reinforcements this winter and which clubs are happy to go with what they have until the summer.

Over the last 24 hours, the football news cycle has been dominated by rumours about Michael Carrick's future as the Manchester United manager, but there has still been time transfer rumours, too.

Check out the biggest stories of the day below.

Diogo Dalot linked with Serie A switch

Diogo Dalot latest transfer news
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Diogo Dalot could be heading for the Old Trafford exit door next summer, with the Man Utd full-back attracting interest from several top Serie A clubs.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the 27-year-old is reportedly a top target for AC Milan, Inter Milan and Juventus, with all three clubs making enquiries about the player in recent weeks.

Dalot's contract is set to expire in 2028, and if United fail to qualify for next season's UEFA Champions League, it would make sense for all parties to make a transfer happen.

AC Milan previously had Dalot on a season-long loan during the 2020/21 season, which could give them an advantage in negotiations.

Man City eye Malo Gusto move

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Enzo Maresca is reportedly keen on reuniting with another Chelsea player in January, with Malo Gusto a top transfer target for Manchester City.

According to TEAMtalk, the full-back was of interest to City in the summer, but talks broke down because of the £70m valuation Chelsea placed on him. Ahead of the January window, this valuation has reportedly dropped.

The report states that the Cityzens will try their luck again this winter, and they hope to secure a deal for around £50m.

Maresca is said to be a big fan of Gusto, and would provide competition for Matheus Nunes, who has been a mainstay at right-back for Manchester City over the last couple of seasons.

Barcelona show interest in Lucas Bergvall

Lucas Bergvall
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Lucas Bergvall is still reportedly keen on leaving Tottenham Hotspur this season after failing to secure a move over the summer.

According to Tuttomercatoweb, the talented Swede is attracting interest from Barcelona, who believe he has the potential to become a midfield regular at the Camp Nou.

The same report also states that Napoli are keen on the 20-year-old, and a move here would perhaps give Bergvall more of a chance to develop before taking the next step a year or two after.

Bergvall has made six appearances so far this season for Tottenham, but is currently out injured with a knee problem.


Andy is a freelance Sports Journalist with ten years of experience covering football in the United Kingdom and abroad for various publications including the Manchester Evening News, UtdReport and Football Whispers. Andy also has a keen interest in basketball, cricket, golf and tennis and has covered major sporting events such as the Masters in Augusta.