FootballTransfers runs through the biggest transfer headlines on 18 October, including fresh updates on Alex Scott, Estevao Willian and Nicolo Tresoldi.

Bellingham verbally agrees new Real contract

England star Jude Bellingham has verbally agreed a new five-year contract with Real Madrid, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.

Milan want to beat Arsenal to Tresoldi signing

AC Milan are hoping to beat Arsenal to the signing of in-form Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi, according to reports in Italy.

Chelsea in dreamland after Acheampong decision

Chelsea are reaping the rewards of their decision to keep hold of Josh Acheampong following his impressive start to the season.

Liverpool youngster keen to break into first team

Liverpool youngster Will Wright has set himself the ambitious target of breaking into the first team following a brilliant start to the season.

Revealed: Man Utd looking to strengthen in two areas

Manchester United want to strengthen at centre-back and left-back after Michael Carrick confirmed the club are open to doing business in January.

Chelsea learn Liverpool stance in Scott transfer battle

Liverpool are not “immediately” planning to sign a midfielder despite their interest in Bournemouth star Alex Scott, who is also wanted by Chelsea.

Arsenal told transfer target Pubill is not for sale

Atletico Madrid have no plans to sell Marc Pubill after the defender was linked with Arsenal in the summer transfer window.

Chelsea learn former managerial target Luis is flying

Chelsea have learned former managerial target Filipe Luis has made an incredible start to life as the head coach of Monaco.

Arteta backs Havertz amid Arsenal striker speculation

Mikel Arteta has suggested Arsenal do not need to sign a new striker after backing Kai Havertz to score 30 goals a season.

Man Utd receive ‘underwhelming’ message from Zirkzee suitor

Man Utd have learned Goncalo Ramos has made an “underwhelming” start at AC Milan amid speculation linking them with Joshua Zirkzee.

Liverpool receive Virgil van Dijk request - from a club legend

Liverpool legend Graeme Souness has urged his former club to keep hold of Virgil van Dijk by offering him a contract extension.

Chelsea receive Estevao transfer admission

Chelsea have been told Estevao is destined to become a “great player” elsewhere amid speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona.

Ngumoha issues update on Liverpool future amid Arsenal interest

Rio Ngumoha says he is keen to “let my football do the talking” while leaving his agent in charge of contract talks with Liverpool.

Jesus has already been a ‘great success’ for Barcelona

Arsenal have been told Gabriel Jesus has already become a “great success” at Barcelona following his move in the summer.