Arsenal not giving up on Goetze; Roma reignite their interest in Bastos

Arsenal not giving up on Goetze

Arsenal remain keen on Borussia Dortmund superstar Mario Goetze, Daily Mail reports.

The Gunners officials recently dismissed the claims that they had a £35 million bid rejected on transfer deadline day.

However, Arsenal have reportedly made an enquiry into the availability of the Germany international just before the transfer window closed.

The English giants are still keen on the 19-year-old and they had the opportunity to watch him in action as Dortmund and Arsenal played out an entertaining 1:1 draw at Signal Iduna Park.

Borussia chiefs are determined to keep hold of their star player and insist Goetze is not for sale, but they could change their minds in case of a big money offer.

Bayern Munich have also expressed interest in the highly rated midfielder, meaning that Arsenal could face a stiff competition if they try to sign the player in January.

Roma reignite their interest in Bastos

Roma are readying a new bid for Lyon winger Michel Bastos, according to Italian newspaper Leggo.

The Giallorossi have heavily reinforced the squad this summer, but could return to the transfer market following the dismal start to the season.

One of their latest recruitments included midfielder Miralem Pjanic and now Roma have shown interest in another Lyon player.

According to Leggo, the Giallorossi are keen on Lyon winger Michel Bastos and are planning a January bid for the Brazilian.

Bastos was heavily linked with a move to Juventus this summer, but the transfer fell through as the two clubs failed to agree on a transfer fee.

He subsequently agreed to remain at the club, but is expected to look for a new challenge as soon as the transfer window reopens in January.

Bolton leading the race for Chilean hotshot

Bolton are battling with Bayer Leverkusen for Universidad Catolica full-back Stefano Magnasco, the Daily Mirror reveals.

The Trotters boss Owen Coyle has reportedly invited the player to England in order to discuss a possible transfer and is thought to be leading the race for his signature.

The 18-year-old is currently training at Reebok Stadium and is expected to spend few more weeks under the watchful eye of Owen Coyle.

Bayer Leverkusen is also in the race, but Magnasco is said to be inclining towards Bolton move.

The highly rated defender is available at a cut-back price of £225,000 and is likely to complete his move as soon as the transfer window opens in January.

Magnasco only made his senior debut for Universidad Catolica earlier this year, but is already regarded as one of the hottest prospects in Chile.

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