Football gossip: Branthwaite, Southgate, Allegri, Wharton

Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite is of interest to both Liverpool and Manchester United, Jurgen Klopp denies speculation from Germany and Adam Wharton is a target for Manchester City.

Liverpool are ready to compete Manchester United for Everton central defender Jarrad Branthwaite and could even move for the 22-year-old Englishman in January. (Mail), external

But Sean Dyche gets money to improve the situation Everton selection in January once the Friedkin Group completes its takeover of the club – and no top players will be sold. (Football Insider), external

Former England boss Gareth Southgate is That of Manchester United best choice to replace Erik ten Hag as manager. (ipaper), external

The Old Trafford club are also interested in speaking to ex-Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri if they sack Dutchman Ten Hag. (Football Insider), external

But Ten Hag maintains the support of the seniors Manchester United despite the team’s poor start to the season. (Telegraph), external

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has dismissed speculation that he will take over as Germany coach. (Mail), external

Barcelona and Spanish midfield legend Andres Iniesta, 40, is expected to announce his retirement from football in the coming days. (Goal), external

Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton, 20, and from Atalanta 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder Ederson is highly regarded That of Manchester City list they must try to replace injured Spaniard Rodri, 28, in January. (Caught offside), external

England winger Anthony Gordon, 23, is close to signing a new contract to keep him in the squad Newcastle until 2030. (Fabrizio Romano), external