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Brighton rebuff Dunk enquiry: Football rumours of the day

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Brighton have rejected an approach from Nottingham Forest for Lewis Dunk, Chelsea consider Cole Palmer to be “untouchable,” and Raheem Sterling is expected to depart Stamford Bridge.

Reports indicate that Brighton have turned down an offer from Nottingham Forest for their 34-year-old England defender, Lewis Dunk. (Sky Sports), external

Chelsea reportedly view their 23-year-old playmaker, Cole Palmer, as “untouchable,” despite links with Manchester United. The club considers the England international, who is contracted until 2033, a key component of their future plans. (Sky Sports), external

Conversely, Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling is anticipated to leave before the winter transfer window concludes, with both the club and the 31-year-old former England international engaged in discussions to facilitate his exit. (Fabrizio Romano), external

West Ham are reportedly exploring loan options for Tottenham‘s 22-year-old Czech goalkeeper, Antonin Kinsky, and Chelsea‘s 27-year-old French defender, Axel Disasi. However, to facilitate these deals, the Hammers may need to send their 27-year-old Brazilian defender, Igor Julio, back to Brighton. (Guardian), external

Sources indicate that the representatives of 29-year-old Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, currently on loan at Trabzonspor, have engaged in discussions regarding a potential return to his former club, Inter Milan, in the summer. (Mail), external

Wolves are reportedly in talks to secure the loan signing of 25-year-old English midfielder Angel Gomes from French club Marseille. (Talksport), external

Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko has emerged as another potential target for Wolves, with Championship clubs Coventry City and Middlesbrough also expressing interest in the 26-year-old Mali international. (Football Insider), external

Burnley are reportedly in discussions with West Ham regarding a potential loan deal for their 31-year-old English midfielder, James Ward-Prowse. (Telegraph), external

Sunderland have downplayed recent reports suggesting that their 20-year-old Spanish forward, Eliezer Mayenda, might be allowed to join Paris FC. (The I paper – subscription required), external

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