Multiple European heavyweights are actively pursuing transfer moves across several positions, with Arsenal forward Noni Madueke emerging as a loan target for two Serie A sides, while Liverpool and other top clubs eye a promising young midfielder from the Dutch league.
Atletico Madrid and Juventus are weighing January loan approaches for Madueke, the 24-year-old England international currently at Arsenal. According to reports on 14 September 2026, both clubs are considering deals that could potentially include a purchase option as part of the arrangement, with any move targeted at the January window rather than an immediate transfer.
In midfield recruitment, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have all registered interest in PSV Eindhoven's Paul Wanner, the 20-year-old Austrian international. The trio are seeking to strengthen their midfield options with the young talent, who has already completed a permanent agreement with PSV.
Icardi negotiations intensify at Lazio
Lazio have resumed direct negotiations with Argentine striker Mauro Icardi following fresh talks held on 14 September 2026. The 33-year-old, who became a free agent after his contract with Galatasaray expired at the end of the previous campaign, is now more receptive to joining the Roman club. According to reports from 14 September 2026, Icardi's agent has indicated that the player prioritises finding the right project and lifestyle rather than maximising financial terms, though salary expectations remain a point of negotiation between the parties.
This represents a significant development after Icardi had previously rejected Lazio's offer on the final day of the European transfer window in September, which had caused the deal to stall. Lazio are now conducting internal discussions with manager Gattuso to determine whether to proceed with the move. According to reports on 14 September 2026, the club will continue talks in the coming hours as they attempt to bridge the remaining salary gap.
Everton have also been linked with Icardi, but manager David Moyes has shown reluctance to pursue free-agent signings at this stage of the transfer cycle.
Other contract and recruitment activity
Crystal Palace are working to secure England goalkeeper Dean Henderson, 29, on a new contract extension. The club is prioritising tying down the shot-stopper to fresh terms.
Nottingham Forest are set to complete the signing of Shamrock Rovers striker Michael Noonan, 18, with the deal structured as a training compensation arrangement expected to be finalised in January.
Inter Milan are in advanced talks to extend the contracts of Italy left-back Federico Dimarco, 28, and Turkey midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu, 32, as the Serie A club seeks to retain key squad members.
Former France forward Karim Benzema, 38, has held discussions with players at Bayer Leverkusen as he explores options following his departure from Al-Hilal during the summer break.
What happens next
Lazio are expected to reach a final decision on Icardi after completing internal consultations with Gattuso on 14 and 15 September 2026. Any move for Madueke from Atletico Madrid or Juventus would be structured for the January transfer window, meaning negotiations are likely to intensify over the coming weeks.
