International football is underway for the second time this season, but that doesn't mean time just stops for football clubs across Europe. In fact, many of them are busy plotting their January transfer activity.
In today's roundup, we have news about Liverpool's plans to buy a heir to the Mo Salah throne, while Moises Caicedo is being linked with a move to a European giant.
For that and more, check out the biggest headlines below.
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Real Madrid target Moises Caicedo
Real Madrid are reportedly weighing up a move for Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo, with Los Blancos looking to strengthen their options in midfield.
According to a report in TBR Football, Caicedo is well-liked by the Real Madrid hierarchy, but there is an acceptance that a deal will be difficult to complete any time soon.
The former Brighton man was only signed by Chelsea last summer for £100m and has a contract at Stamford Bridge until the summer of 2031.
Real Madrid aren't the only European giant showing an interest in Caicedo. The same report states that PSG are also keen on the player, but a big-money move for a midfielder feels unlikely given their current strength in that area of the pitch.
Liverpool join the Antoine Semenyo race
Antoine Semenyo is expected to be hot property in the coming transfer windows, and Liverpool are reportedly the latest club to show an interest in the Bournemouth winger.
The Reds, who spent upwards of £400m last summer, are ‘big admirers' of Semenyo, according to TalkSports's Alex Crook. The Reds also have an ace up their sleeve, which could give them an advantage over other potential suitors.
Liverpool's Sporting Director, Richard Hughes, was the man responsible for bringing Semenyo to Bournemouth back in 2023 and reportedly retains a good relationship with the player and his entourage.
The Reds' interest in Semenyo is perhaps a sign of acceptance that Mo Salah's powers are waning. The Egyptian has scored just once from open play so far this season.
West Ham striker target available in January
Lazio striker Taty Castellanos is reportedly available for transfer in January, due to the Italian club's ongoing financial troubles.
The 27-year-old was a target for a host of Premier League clubs in the summer, with Nottingham Forest, West Ham and Everton all heavily linked.
Now, according to Italian publication Il Messaggero, Castellanos will be available for a fee of around €30-35m and Lazio have even drawn up a list of potential replacements.
Out of the three aforementioned Premier League clubs, the most likely to make a move for the Argentinian forward this January is West Ham, who still lack numbers at the top of the pitch.
