Latest transfer news today: Liverpool shortlist rival £84m titan as Spurs target France international

England’s victory over Croatia at Wembley, where Harry Kane made history by breaking another appearance record, has provided a welcome moment of celebration during the international break.

It also gives Premier League clubs a chance to take stock ahead of a pivotal few months. The January transfer window is fast approaching, meaning transfer speculation is only set to intensify.

Football Whispers delves into the biggest rumours, updates and talking points dominating today’s back pages.

Liverpool shortlist Luka Vuskovic

Liverpool have added Brighton & Hove Albion defender Luka Vuskovic to their shortlist ahead of a potential move next summer.

According to Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, the Reds are regularly monitoring the 19-year-old, who has impressed since arriving at Brighton.

Vuskovic's contract runs until 2031, with no release clause available next summer, while his current valuation is reportedly around £84m.

The Croatian is understood to be happy under Fabian Hürzeler, although he reportedly dreams of eventually joining Real Madrid.

Leeds keeping tabs on Will Lankshear

Leeds United have joined several Premier League clubs in monitoring Middlesbrough striker Will Lankshear ahead of the January transfer window.

According to reports, Daniel Farke is keen to strengthen his attacking options, with the 21-year-old having scored 15 goals in 16 appearances since joining Boro from Tottenham Hotspur.

Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown has described Lankshear as a “top-class” striker, believing he could be an ideal fit for Leeds.

However, Middlesbrough are reluctant to lose the forward just months after his arrival and are reportedly demanding around £30m, making a January departure difficult.

Tottenham interested in Youssouf Fofana

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing AC Milan midfielder Youssouf Fofana ahead of next summer's transfer window.

Reports from Italy suggest that Spurs and Juventus have already made preliminary contact with Milan to explore the possibility of a deal.

Fofana is currently on loan at Sevilla but is due to return to the San Siro in July 2027, with Milan reportedly valuing the 29-year-old at around £10m.

The Rossoneri are open to listening to offers, while Sevilla are also keen to retain the French international beyond his current loan spell, potentially through a permanent transfer.