Manchester United are monitoring Como's Argentina midfielder Nico Paz, 22, with a view to making a move next summer, according to reports. Paz made a sharp impression on United last month, scoring twice as Como defeated them in the Champions League.

New United manager Mauricio Pochettino is expected to receive substantial transfer backing in January, with the club reportedly seeking reinforcements at both centre-back and striker.

Chelsea eye Kounde as Barcelona weigh up January sale

Chelsea have identified Barcelona's France international Jules Kounde, 28, as a priority transfer target. Barcelona are reportedly open to selling Kounde in the January window as they look to manage their finances.

Liverpool, meanwhile, have sent scouts to watch Stuttgart's young centre-back Finn Jeltsch, 20. Bayern Munich are also tracking the German defender, suggesting Jeltsch could be in high demand by the time the transfer window opens.

Vitao attracting elite interest

Real Madrid have set their sights on 18-year-old Brazilian defender Vitao from Atletico Mineiro. Brighton and Everton are also interested in the teenager, as is Barcelona, who are monitoring him alongside a number of other clubs.

Gruda and El Khannouss linked with moves

Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen are both keeping close watch on Brighton midfielder Brajan Gruda, 22, during his current loan spell at RB Leipzig. The German winger's performances have drawn attention from two of the Bundesliga's biggest clubs.

Leeds United are plotting a January swoop for Bilal el Khannouss, 22, who is currently on the books at Stuttgart. The Belgian midfielder, formerly of Leicester, is understood to be a key target for the Championship club.