Transfer News and Gossip – Nov 17th

Premier League and Europe:

• Daniele Rugani has again been linked with Arsenal and Manchester United. The out-of-favour Italian defender is currently at Juventus. (Independent)
• Bournemouth’s 26-year-old winger Matt Ritchie is being watched by fellow Premier League side Manchester United. (Daily Mail)
• Juventus are considering moves for Southampton’s striker Graziano Pelle and Chelsea’s attacking midfielder Oscar. However, they may struggle to complete the deals due to the financial demands. (Daily Mail)
• Chelsea are monitoring Paris Saint-Germain’s striker Edinson Cavani who could be sold in the January transfer window for the right price. (Le10sport)
• Aston Villa want to sign QPR striker Charlie Austin in January. (Daily Telegraph)
• Arsene Wenger wants blood testing to become the norm in football. (Bein Sports)
• Steve Round who was David Moyes’ former assistant at Manchester United is set to join the Aston Villa backroom staff after Remi Garde appointed him. (Daily Telegraph)
• Barcelona are considering a move for Italian forward Sebastian Giovinco who currently plays for MLS side Toronto FC. (Marca)
• Mario Balotelli may miss the Euro 2016 tournament after reports that the striker may need groin surgery. (The Times)