Manchester clubs to go head to head for Spanish superstar and other transfer news and rumours of the day - 5th 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 5, 2017:
Premier League
Manchester clubs to battle for Aaron Martin
Both United and City are looking for reinforcements at the left-back position and have identified Espanyol's Aaron Martin as a potential January target. Manchester City are looking for an alternative to Benjamin Mendy whereas the Red Devils are looking for an upgrade to Luke Shaw.
According to ESPN, Manchester United were the favourites to land Martin earlier but City have caught up with their rivals for the signature of the Spain U-21 star. Martin is under contract with Espanyol until 2020.
David Moyes favourite to take over from Slaven Bilic
Sky Sports can reveal that West Ham United have contacted David Moyes to take over at the Olympics stadium from the under pressure Slaven Bilic. The Hammers are set for a showdown meeting which will decide the future of Bilic in the next 48 hours. Moyes is eyeing a return to the Premier League and is open for a job in London. West Ham are currently one point above the relegation zone after their 4-1 loss to Liverpool.