

Newcastle United and West Ham target touted with January loan exit as former manager seals shock move – gossip
As the January transfer window edges closer, the speculation surrounding Newcastle United and their Premier League rivals increases.
Top-flight clubs continue to be linked with incomings and outgoings ahead of the winter market opening in just over a month's time.
As always, we’re sharing the latest news and gossip from around the web – so scroll and click through the pages to see what features:

1. Saints keep tabs on Williams
Southampton are one of several clubs keeping an eye on Brandon Williams’ situation at Manchester United. (The Athletic) Photo: Laurence Griffiths

2. West Brom hold takeover talks
West Bromwich Albion have held talks with an American consortium over a potential £150m takeover. (Daily Telegraph) Photo: Pool

3. Arsenal retain Berge interest
Arsenal remain interested in Sheffield United midfielder Sander Berge after keeping tabs on him before his move to Bramall Lane last January. (VG via Sport Witness) Photo: Catherine Ivill

4. Gunners open Balogun talks
The Gunners have re-opened contract talks with Folarin Balogun after rejecting a £5m bid from Sheffield United in the summer. (The Athletic) Photo: Linnea Rheborg