Top European clubs show interest in Brighton defender Luka Vuskovic

Big clubs target Brighton defender

Luka Vuskovic is attracting serious interest from top European teams. Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona are all tracking the 19 year old Croatia international. He joined Brighton this summer for an initial £46 million after spending last season on loan at Hamburg from Tottenham Hotspur.

Despite the attention from major teams, the young defender remains focused on his current squad. He wants to help Brighton fight for a place in the UEFA Champions League.

Forward targets and European moves

Real Madrid forward Endrick is linked with a potential January move away from Spain. AS Roma and AC Milan are monitoring the Brazil international, who has dealt with limited playing time. Roma is seen as a realistic destination, even though Jose Mourinho stated publicly that he will stay.

Atletico Madrid are open to triggering a €25 million option to permanently sign Juventus striker Jonathan David. The 26 year old has scored three goals in five league matches this season and is open to remaining in Spain.

Arsenal and Liverpool have stepped up interest in Galatasaray attacking midfielder Aleksey Batrakov. Scouts watched the 21 year old score in a 4-2 win over Lille. Manchester United, Chelsea, and Manchester City are also monitoring him. His contract includes a €60 million release clause.

Updates on Garnacho, Gusto, and Sancho

Aston Villa will choose not to sign Chelsea loanee Alejandro Garnacho permanently unless his performances improve. Villa are open to limiting his game time to avoid triggering an appearance obligation in his deal.

Chelsea are considering offers for defender Malo Gusto, with Liverpool, Bayern Munich, and PSG monitoring him. Meanwhile, Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has no desire to leave despite links to Bayern Munich. Brighton are also unlikely to let midfielder Diego Gomez leave in January.

In other news, Jadon Sancho wants to meet Getafe head coach before deciding on a free transfer move to the Spanish club. Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger remains committed to his club despite interest from Tottenham Hotspur.

What it means for the next game

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur (Premier League, Sat, 24 Oct): Chelsea win 50%, draw 24%, Tottenham Hotspur win 26%; expected goals 1.83 to 1.25. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.

Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion (Premier League, Sun, 25 Oct): Liverpool win 40%, draw 25%, Brighton & Hove Albion win 35%; expected goals 1.58 to 1.47. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.