Jurgen Klopp has become the frontrunner to take charge of Germany should the national federation decide to part ways with Julian Nagelsmann following the team's early exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to The Times.

Germany suffered a humiliating defeat to Paraguay at the tournament, a result that drew a tone-deaf congratulatory message from German chancellor Friedrich Merz — a response that has reportedly enraged the German public, per the Daily Telegraph.

Barcola at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war

Paris Saint-Germain have placed a valuation of more than £116 million on France winger Bradley Barcola and insist the 23-year-old is not for sale, despite strong interest from Liverpool and Arsenal, reports the Athletic.

Arsenal are nonetheless prepared to push PSG on the matter, according to the Daily Mail, while Liverpool's search for wide reinforcements has extended to Belgium attacker Matias Fernandez-Pardo, 21, of Lille.

Liverpool have reportedly drawn up a three-man shortlist to find a successor to Mohamed Salah after missing out on Yan Diomande and Barcola. That list includes Lille's Fernandez-Pardo, FC Köln's Said El Mala, and Brighton's Yankuba Minteh, per the Athletic.

Bouaddi drawing interest from Europe's elite

Manchester City, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich have all joined Arsenal in registering interest in Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. However, Lille are holding firm at a minimum asking price of £70 million for the 18-year-old and want him to remain on loan at the club next season, the Daily Mail reports.

Rashford given lifeline at Old Trafford

Marcus Rashford could be handed a chance to revive his Manchester United career after constructive talks between the club and the player's representatives, the Mirror reports.

Also at Arsenal, Leandro Trossard is set to evaluate his future at the club once the FIFA World Cup 2026 concludes, according to the Mirror.

Other transfer moves

Brentford are in advanced talks to sign former England striker Callum Wilson on a free transfer. The 34-year-old became available after his contract with West Ham United expired at the end of last season, the Athletic reports.

Ashley Cole has announced his departure from Italian second-division side Cesena, just three months after taking the role, per the Sun.

AFCON expansion plan rejected

A proposal to expand the Africa Cup of Nations from 24 to 28 teams has been turned down, the Guardian has learned.