Real Madrid confident on Jude Bellingham transfer, Barcelona want Firmino-Depay swap deal – Paper Round

Jude is Real’s No 1

Paper Round’s view: Real’s interest in Bellingham is nothing new, but Marca’s confidence is at least intriguing, especially given the increased necessity around Liverpool’s need to strengthen their own midfield. Of course, Bellingham has at least a decade left at the top, making two moves more than possible, if he wants.

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Firmino-Depay swap?

Paper Round’s view: It is difficult to see Liverpool going for Depay, even if they may be resigned to losing Firmino. For that very reason, a swap deal looks off the cards, but hey – just you never know.

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Pulisic in Juve talks

Paper Round’s view: There have been flashes of brilliance from Pulisic at Chelsea but nothing really consistent enough for him to hold down a starting spot, with injuries hampering him at times as well. No doubt the quality is there, but perhaps this is a match that won’t quite work out. Nevertheless, Potter will get a few months with him at the very least, so let’s see where he stands in the Chelsea ranks come December and January.

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Newcastle want ‘Ukrainian Neymar’

Paper Round’s view: When you’re dubbed the ‘Ukrainian Neymar’ then you’re going to make headlines, and also turn a few heads. Lighting up the Champions League helps too, mind, and Mudryk has done just that. Expect more clubs to join the queue.