Regional Paper Talk

Follow the rumour mill for the latest transfer talk, gossip and speculation from the regional newspapers.

LONDON EVENING STANDARD

Tottenham target Son Heung-Min has asked to leave Bayer Leverkusen, head coach Roger Schmidt has confirmed.

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal are working "day and night" to sign players but admits he is "not very confident" of making any additions before Tuesday's deadline. 

Kevin Nolan has thanked West Ham for "four fantastic years" after both club and player called an end to his spell at the Boleyn Ground.

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

Manchester City are locked in talks with Wolfsburg aimed at bringing the Kevin de Bruyne saga to a close.

Manchester City youngster Marcos "Rony" Lopes is set to move to Monaco in a deal worth £8.8m.

Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal is using Memphis Depay to challenge youngsters at the club.

NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE

Diego Rolan, who has been linked with a move to Newcastle United, looks set to stay with current side Bordeaux after the club slapped a £14.5m on the striker, according to reports.

Youngster Duncan Watmore says he is determined not to "get ahead of myself" after two goals in Sunderland's first team this season. 

BIRMINGHAM MAIL

Leicester City have not yet triggered the release clause in Demarai Gray's contract.

Aston Villa's Adama Traore is a major doubt for Sunderland's trip to Villa Park on Saturday and manager Tim Sherwood has told the winger to 'mix up his game'.

Frosinone Calcio have stated on their official website that they've signed Aleks Tonev on a permanent deal from Aston Villa.

EXPRESS AND STAR

West Brom could win their battle with Tottenham to keep Saido Berahino after Spurs turned their attention to Son Heung-Min.

Norwich are considering a fourth bid after Wolves striker Benik Afobe after having a £10m offer.

STOKE SENTINEL

Jon Walters has reiterated he wants to stay at Stoke City amid speculation linking him with a move away from the club.

Port Vale striker Jonny Kapend could be joining Stafford Rangers on loan.

DAILY ECHO

Southampton will ditch their attractive style if it helps them reach the group stages of the Europa League when they play FC Midtjylland on Thursday night.

LEICESTER MERCURY

Defender Liam Moore was watched by Leeds manager Uwe Rossler during their Capital Cup win over Bury. Several Championship clubs are believed to be chasing the 22-year-old.

HULL DAILY MAIL

Hull City have completed the signing of Chicago Fire attacking midfielder Shaun Maloney.

Mohamed Diame is ready to "give everything" to Hull's Championship cause - if he remains at the club.

SOUTH WALES EVENING POST

Real Betis are unlikely to sign Swansea outcast Michu.

Sunderland remain hopeful of clinching the signing of former Swansea City favourite Jonathan de Guzman.

DERBY TELEGRAPH

Derby Manager Paul Clement will not pay over the odds in the transfer market and will wait for the loan window to open if necessary. 

NOTTINGHAM POST

Fulham are targeting Nottingham Forest defender Michael Mancienne.

Forest's Stephen McLaughlin has completed his move to Southend. 

THE ARGUS

Chesterfield say they have received no fresh offers for Sam Morsy, who has been linked with a number of Championship clubs. 

THE PINK'UN

Lewis Grabban's suspension will boost Ricky Van Wolfswinkel's hopes of returning to Premier League action. 

THE GAZETTE

Aitor Karanka insists Albert Adomah will not be sold despite reports the winger has handed in a transfer request

BOLTON NEWS

Bolton youngster Oscar Threkeld is on the verge of agreeing a loan deal with League Two Plymouth Argyle. 

WIGAN TODAY

Wigan are believed to have accepted a bid of £200,000 from Dundee United for striker Billy Mckay.

READING POST

Rapid Vienna striker Robert Beric is a transfer priority for Reading.

HUDDERSFIELD EXAMINER

Huddersfield Town could launch a bid for Middlesbrough left winger Mustapha Carayol.