BBC Thursday Football Rumors: Barcelona Interested in Milan Winger Leao, Amorim Rebuilding Man United Without Antony

October 31, BBC Sport has rounded up today’s football rumors, with the following details:

Ruben Amorim has already discussed his joining plans with Manchester United’s top brass and does not see winger Antony, midfielder Casemiro and Christian Eriksen, or defender Victor Lindelof as part of his plans. — The Times

Manchester United’s efforts to secure Amorim have hit a snag, as Portugal is demanding an additional £4 million on top of the £8.3 million release clause for the manager’s transfer fee. — The Times

Amorim admits he may have to wait until next month’s international break to join Manchester United. — The Telegraph

West Ham United decided not to appoint Amorim this summer due to his lack of experience managing a major club, rather than financial concerns. — Daily Mail

Barcelona is very interested in AC Milan winger Rafael Leao, the 25-year-old Portuguese international who is currently underused at San Siro. — Mundo Deportivo

Roma has started looking for a replacement coach in case current manager Ivan Juric fails to win the next match against Torino. — La Gazzetta dello Sport

Erik ten Hag considered signing former Manchester United forward Danny Welbeck (now 33) from Brighton during his tenure as Manchester United manager. — The Athletic

If Real Madrid fail to sign Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, they will consider bringing in Spanish right-back Juan Bernat from Tottenham. — AS

Saudi clubs remain keen on signing 24-year-old Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid, hoping the player might grow tired of European football after his Ballon d’Or setback. — Mundo Deportivo

35-year-old German forward Thomas Muller is considering a move to Major League Soccer after leaving Bayern Munich. — Bild

Napoli is continuing negotiations with 23-year-old Georgian forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia over a new contract that will include a £84 million buyout clause. — Sky Sport Italia