Newcastle still open to Hall exit despite new deal

In Thursday’s Premier League gossip round-up, Lewis Hall is still linked to potential exits from Newcastle even though his future looks more secure than it did a few weeks ago. According to BBC Sport, the 22-year-old England left-back could still be sold next summer despite agreeing a new contract that runs to 2031.

Hall renewal, but not locked

The report comes after Hall was recently connected with a move to Manchester United. The key point in BBC Sport’s take is that Newcastle may keep the deal in place, but they’d still be open to business if the right offer arrives, especially with next summer’s market in mind.

At Brighton, the mood is brighter around the midfield. BBC Sport says Yasin Ayari (22) is close to committing his future, with positive talks ongoing for a new contract.

Mitoma’s future in doubt

On the other hand, Kaoru Mitoma’s position is reportedly less stable. As BBC Sport writes, the Japan winger is unlikely to extend a contract that expires next summer and could look to move as early as January.

Chelsea revisit Kone

Elsewhere, after failing to sign France midfielder Manu Kone in the summer, BBC Sport adds that Chelsea could move again in January for the 25-year-old AS Roma player. The same source suggests the deal might also include English winger Jamie Gittens heading the opposite way.

BBC Sport also mentions Liverpool’s plan to sign another midfielder next summer, which could push Alexis Mac Allister further down the pecking order at Anfield.