Liverpool monitoring Thiaw -Wednesday's gossip

Germany defender Malick Thiaw is being looked at by Liverpool , Manchester United, Fulham want to lock down Calvin Bassey and James Rodriguez is in Serie B talks. Liverpool and Manchester United are monitoring Germany defender Malick Thiaw, but Newcastle have no intention of selling the 25-year-old. (Caught Offside) Sunderland winger Chemsdine Talbi. 21, is close to agreeing a deal to sign for Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad . (Football Insider) Fulham are expected to begin contract talks with 26-year-old defender Calvin Bassey, who is attracting interest from Inter Milan . (Teamtalk) Bournemouth winger Rayan, 20, has a £130m release clause that takes effect in the 2027 summer transfer window. (David Ornstein via the Athletic - subscription required) Midfielder Joe Willock, 27, will be offered a new contract by Newcastle if he continues to perform well under Matthias Jaissle. (Football Insider) Former Real Madrid midfielder James Rodriguez, 35, is in talks to sign for Serie B side Avellino , who are managed by former Italy defender Alessandro Nesta. (Marca) Chelsea are ready to make a move for Bournemouth 's English midfielder Alex Scott, 23, in January. (Teamtalk) Get the latest on your Premier League team All your football quizzes in one place Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast