Manchester United preparing £177m bid for Real Madrid superstar and other transfer news and rumours of the day - 13th November, 2017
Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Today's stories feature the latest update on some of the major happenings in world football which may change the complexion of a few clubs. So let's head right in and take a look at the major happenings across Europe that made headlines on November 13, 2017:
La Liga
Manchester United to make a £177 million bid for Marco Asensio
Jose Mourinho is reportedly planning a blockbuster summer and has some game-changing moves up his sleeve. Don Balon understands that Manchester United are set to break the bank and also their transfer record to land Real Madrid's Marco Asensio for the next season. It is believed that the Red Devils are set to make a £177 million bid for the 21-year-old who is being projected as the future superstar of the game.
Asensio has at times revealed his frustrations over his importance in the Real Madrid side which has alerted the likes of Manchester United. Mourinho is keen to form his side around Asensio which may help the Premier League giants in luring the Spaniard to Old Trafford. Asensio has started eight league games this season, scoring four and delivering two assists.
Fernando Torres eyeing a return to the Premier League
El Nino is looking for a third stint in England before calling it a day, the Daily Mirror understands. Fernando Torres is eyeing a move away from Atletico Madrid this January with the likes of Southampton and Newcastle United interested in the former Liverpool striker.
The 33-year-old has expressed his desire to leave on loan in January in order for a regular game time. Rafa Benitez is eyeing a reunion with Torres, this time at St. James Park whereas Southampton are looking to rope in Torres to solve their goalscoring issues.