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Real Madrid Eye Scott McTominay as Napoli Contract Talks Stall

Real Madrid are monitoring Scott McTominay while Chelsea eye Frenkie de Jong ahead of the January transfer window.

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Real Madrid contact McTominay representatives

Real Madrid have made contact with Scott McTominay's representatives. The Scotland midfielder has hit a roadblock in contract negotiations with Napoli. This situation has also put several Premier League clubs on alert if an agreement cannot be reached.

Napoli might decide to block any January transfer. They could keep McTominay for the rest of the season to give themselves more time to work on a contract extension. If that happens, any potential move would be delayed until next summer.

Chelsea track De Jong while Endrick seeks loan

Chelsea are keeping a close eye on Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong ahead of the January transfer window. The English club is looking for midfield options after Enzo Fernandez moved to Manchester City. Barcelona will assess De Jong's playing time as he comes back from a knee injury, especially with more competition in their midfield. However, De Jong still wants to stay at Barcelona and earn his spot under manager Hansi Flick.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid forward Endrick is open to a January loan move to AC Milan. The young attacker has struggled for playing time this season. Roma and Aston Villa are also keen, but Milan could have an advantage due to their owner Gerry Cardinale having a strong relationship with Endrick's representatives.

Bayern eye defender as other European clubs plan moves

Bayern Munich are monitoring Brighton defender Luka Vuskovic. However, the German club cannot make an offer yet. They must first sell either Kim Min Jae or Hiroki Ito to raise funds and clear space.

In other news, Arsenal are preparing to start contract talks with Kai Havertz. Barcelona winger Raphinha is expected to sign a new deal today that runs until 2030. Turkish club Galatasaray have also reentered the race to sign Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.

What it means for the next game

Napoli vs Frosinone (Serie A, Sat, 10 Oct): Napoli win 62%, draw 21%, Frosinone win 17%; expected goals 2.17 to 1.05. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.

Real Madrid vs Villarreal (LaLiga, Sat, 10 Oct): Real Madrid win 68%, draw 17%, Villarreal win 15%; expected goals 2.65 to 1.19. Our safest pick: Real Madrid to win.