Midweek football gossip from across the continent

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 After a busy few days of international football, the focus is about to placed back on the club game again.

Let's have a look at all the latest news and gossip.

It is being reported across Spanish media that Real Madrid will not try to sign Kylian Mbappe in January.  They will instead target the  striker next summer, when he is out of contract with PSG. 

Similar outlets in Spain are also reporting that Philippe Coutinho will snub Newcastle United in January. Many believe he has no intention of leaving Barcelona. 

Wolves are ready to sell Spain winger Adama Traore in January as talks over a new deal continue to stall. His former club Barcelona could rival Liverpool for the 25-year-old's signature. 

Wayne Rooney is set to remain in charge of Derby County despite the Rams being deducted a further nine points and facing almost certain relegation after admitting breaches of accounting rules. 

More Transfer news can be found here

Real Madrid could move for Manchester United's Netherlands midfielder Donny van de Beek in January as they hope the 24-year-old will be available for a low fee because of his lack of game time. We have already reported that several clubs across Europe are interested in the player.

Burnley are willing to let James Tarkowski's contract expire next summer rather than cashing in on a deal in January. West Ham United and Newcastle United are reportedly keen on the English centre-back.

It could prove to be a very busy window for Newcastle United and their owners, they have been linked with a number of other players.

Leeds United are considering making a move for Middlesbrough's English midfielder Marcus Tavernier in January

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