Villa eye Endrick loan as Bournemouth hold firm on Scott
Aston Villa are ready to strike a loan deal for 20-year-old Brazil forward Endrick. That claim leads BBC Sport's gossip column published on 6 October.
Villa would bring the youngster to the Premier League, England's top division. A loan is a temporary move, with the player later returning to his parent club.
What makes this stand out is the age and profile. A 20-year-old Brazil forward arriving in England would catch the eye. No deal has been confirmed.
Bournemouth, meanwhile, are digging in over Alex Scott. The 23-year-old England midfielder is wanted by Chelsea and Real Madrid. Bournemouth have no intention of selling him in January, when the mid-season transfer window opens.
That is a firm no. For now. The club's message is simple. Scott stays.
The interest is not new. Monday's gossip edition had already flagged Real Madrid joining the race for Scott, according to BBC Sport's gossip index. The story has carried through the week. Chelsea's name has now joined the mix.
Elsewhere, Rayan Cherki is drawing interest from top clubs. Paris St-Germain and Liverpool are keen on the 23-year-old France midfielder from Manchester City. Their interest holds should he become available. A midfielder links defence and attack, and Cherki plays in that creative role.
The wider rumour mill has been busy. Tuesday's edition linked Juventus and Atletico Madrid with Madueke. Sunday's edition linked Manchester United and Arsenal with a Croatia striker. Saturday's edition said Chiesa is eyeing a Liverpool exit.
The column itself is a round-up. It collects what newspapers are reporting. It is not confirmation from the clubs.
January can be a tricky month to buy. Prices climb fast. Selling clubs hate losing key players mid-season.
For fans, this means plenty to track. Villa supporters can picture a new young forward leading the line. Bournemouth supporters get a clear sign their club wants to keep its best talent. City, Liverpool and PSG followers will watch the Cherki situation closely.
That is why Bournemouth's stance matters. Keeping Scott would protect their midfield. Villa fans will keep checking for updates. All of these stories remain rumour, not done deals.
