Football gossip: Thiaw, Bassey, Willock, Scott

Liverpool and Manchester United are monitoring Germany defender Malick Thiaw, but Newcastle have no intention of selling the 25-year-old. (Caught Offside), external

Sunderland winger Chemsdine Talbi. 21, is close to agreeing a deal to sign for Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad. (Football Insider), external

Fulham are expected to begin contract talks with 26-year-old defender Calvin Bassey, who is attracting interest from Inter Milan. (Teamtalk), external

Midfielder Joe Willock, 27, will be offered a new contract by Newcastle if he continues to perform well under Matthias Jaissle. (Football Insider), external

Former Real Madrid midfielder James Rodriguez, 35, is in talks to sign for Serie B side Avellino, who are managed by former Italy defender Alessandro Nesta. (Marca), external

Chelsea are ready to make a move for Bournemouth's English midfielder Alex Scott, 23, in January. (Teamtalk), external

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