Arsenal and Liverpool have identified Brentford's Kevin Schade as a potential addition to their squads, while the rest of Europe chases new center back options. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

There is increasing interest in Brentford winger Kevin Schade from Arsenal and Liverpool, according to Sky Sports. Brentford have held initial talks with the Germany international about extending his contract to see off that interest, with the aforementioned pair being the most serious about signing the 24-year-old when the summer transfer window drew to a close, although Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are also admirers.

Inter Milan center back Alessandro Bastoni has re-emerged as a transfer option for Barcelona, while Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City also retain an interest in him, according to TEAMtalk. The 27-year-old was the topic of serious interest during the summer, but Inter remained firm on their valuation of close to £70 million for the Italy international.

Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City are all keen on a potential deal for versatile Atlético Madrid midfielder Marcos Llorente, whose contract expires in the summer, according to TEAMtalk. Madrid are in talks with the 31-year-old over fresh terms and there is confidence within the Spanish club that an agreement will be reached.