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Galatasaray Target Bruno Fernandes as European Transfer Rumors Heat Up

Galatasaray want Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes, while top European clubs circle VfB Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch.

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Fernandes linked with Turkey as United consider moves

Galatasaray are ready to make a move for Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes. The 32 year old Portugal international has struggled this season and has reportedly lost patience with the United hierarchy. His contract expires next summer, although the club holds an option for one more year.

Manchester United could also look into a January move for Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde. The 23 year old left back has played just 12 minutes of LaLiga action this season, and Juventus are also following his situation.

Meanwhile, reports linking manager Antonio Conte to Manchester United are not true. The former Chelsea boss is a free agent and open to taking a job during the season, but no deal with United has been reached.

Big clubs target Jeltsch and Ebnoutalib

Barcelona, Liverpool, and Real Madrid are all tracking VfB Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch. The 20 year old German player caught the eye of Barcelona manager Hansi Flick in the summer. Other top clubs in Europe are reportedly willing to offer 50 million Euros to sign him.

Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on Eintracht Frankfurt forward Younes Ebnoutalib. Spurs sent scouts to watch the 23 year old Germany international during Friday's 1-0 win against FC Cologne. Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi wants more attacking options in January.

In Spain, Getafe are open to signing 40 year old free agent defender Sergio Ramos. Getafe president Ángel Torres wants to reunite him with former Real Madrid teammate Dani Carvajal, who joined Getafe last week.

Bayern Munich want to part ways with defender Sacha Boey in January for 30 million Euros. Elsewhere, Benfica striker Vangelis Pavlidis has a 100 million Euro release clause, with Barcelona, Spurs, and Aston Villa showing interest.

What it means for the next game

Como vs Manchester United (Champions League, Wed, 21 Oct): Como win 45%, draw 26%, Manchester United win 29%; expected goals 1.61 to 1.25. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals. Our best value pick: Como to win.

Lille vs Galatasaray (Champions League, Wed, 21 Oct): Lille win 44%, draw 26%, Galatasaray win 31%; expected goals 1.62 to 1.33. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.