Sunday Gossip: Balotelli Poised for Serie A Return

Mario Balotelli Nears Return to Serie A
Free agent Mario Balotelli, the former Italy striker, is on the verge of signing with Serie A club Genoa. The 34-year-old is looking to revive his career after being without a club. (Sky Italy)

West Ham Eyes Ben Chilwell in January
West Ham United is reportedly considering a bid for Chelsea's left-back Ben Chilwell, 27, in the upcoming January transfer window. (Inside Track podcast, via Team Talk)

Bayern Munich Prioritizes Jamal Musiala's Contract Renewal
Bayern Munich is focused on extending the contract of 21-year-old midfielder Jamal Musiala, whose current deal runs until 2026. Keeping the talented German is a top priority for the club. (Bild - in German)

Crystal Palace Hesitant on Guehi Talks
Crystal Palace is not eager to resume discussions with Newcastle United regarding a potential deal for 24-year-old defender Marc Guehi in the January transfer window. (Football Insider)

Barcelona Confident on Raphinha Renewal
Barcelona believes that a contract extension for Brazilian winger Raphinha, 27, will be finalized soon, as his current contract lasts until 2027. (Diario Sport - in Spanish)

Progress in Pedri's New Deal
Negotiations for a new deal between Barcelona and 21-year-old midfielder Pedri are advancing positively. (Fabrizio Romano)

Dortmund Stays Committed to Nuri Şahin
Despite Borussia Dortmund's seventh-place standing in the Bundesliga following a defeat to Augsburg, the club has no immediate plans to replace manager Nuri Şahin. (Sky Germany)

Juventus in Talks for Lorenzo Lucca
Juventus is set to have further discussions with Udinese regarding a deal for 24-year-old striker Lorenzo Lucca, aiming to strengthen their attacking options. (Rudy Galetti)

Barcelona Targets Diogo Costa
Barcelona is showing interest in Porto's 25-year-old goalkeeper Diogo Costa, who is also on Manchester City's radar. However, Porto's asking price of 45 million euros (£37.5 million) complicates potential negotiations. (Sport - in Spanish)

Bournemouth's Plans for Antoine Semenyo
Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo, who signed a contract extension in the summer, may receive another offer from Bournemouth to fend off interest from clubs like Newcastle and Tottenham. (Football Insider)