Transfer News: Everton Eyes Grealish, United and Liverpool Target Wharton
Everton is optimistic about securing the transfer of England winger Jack Grealish from Manchester City for a fee below the £50 million previously agreed upon as part of the 30-year-old's loan arrangement with the club.
Manchester United is among several clubs considering a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton in the January transfer window, with Liverpool and Chelsea also expressing interest in the 21-year-old England international.
Chelsea attempted to acquire Ghanaian winger Mohammed Kudus, 25, before his transfer to Tottenham during the summer, but failed to convince West Ham to accept a player-plus-cash deal.
Nottingham Forest will be obligated to purchase on-loan Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz, 27, for €25 million (£21.6 million) if the Brazilian plays 45 minutes in 15 Premier League matches this season.
Liverpool and Manchester United are monitoring Ajax 's 17-year-old star Jorthy Mokio, who has already represented Belgium and is capable of playing both in defense and midfield.
Borussia Dortmund may pursue a permanent deal for Argentine defender Aaron Anselmino, 20, if he performs well during his loan from Chelsea .
Manchester United 's 21-year-old winger Sam Mather is in discussions regarding a permanent transfer to Turkish club Kayserispor .
Chelsea , Everton , and Brighton all made inquiries this summer about Barcelona 's 18-year-old midfielder Marc Bernal.
Chelsea is also interested in 20-year-old Juventus striker Kenan Yildiz, but will need to pay £86 million (€100 million) to secure his services.
Fulham plans to sell midfielder Harry Wilson in January to avoid losing the 28-year-old Wales international for free next summer.
Nottingham Forest chief football officer Ross Wilson will leave his position at the City Ground to become Newcastle 's third sporting director in three years.