Fermin Lopez was a major transfer target for Chelsea during the summer transfer window, with the Blues making great efforts to lure the young midfielder away from FC Barcelona. In the end, however, the La Masia graduate decided to stay put at the club, snubbing the Premier League heavyweights' overtures. Barça, for their part, also had no intention of parting ways with the 22-year-old Spaniard, who has become a key player for Hansi Flick.
Saudi Pro League clubs remain committed to signing Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah, 33, who was dropped by Liverpool on Sunday. (Talksport), external Liverpool have reopened talks with the representatives of England defender Marc Guehi in a bid to sign the 25-year-old from Crystal Palace in January, having missed out on a deal in the summer. (Teamtalk), external Manchester United are eyeing Olympiacos' Greece midfielder Christos Mouzakitis, while Real Madrid are also weighing up a 25m bid for the 18-year-old. (Mail - subscription required), external
