Southampton winger Theo Walcott, 33, is considering a move to Major League Soccer, with New York Red Bulls, New York City FC, LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC among the former England international's possible destinations.

New York Red Bulls and Orlando City want to take Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure, 32, to the MLS. The Ivorian is expected to leave the Etihad when Pep Guardiola takes over as manager in the summer

Chelsea are closing in on a £3.5m deal for New York Red Bulls defender Matt Miazga, 20 and retain an interest in Aymen Abdennour

Bournemouth have been alerted to the possibility of a loan move for free-scoring New York Red Bulls striker Bradley Wright-Phillips in the winter window, when Major League Soccer will be in its off-season.

New York Red Bulls sporting director and former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier is ready to offer Steven Gerrard a lucrative deal if the 34-year-old turns down a new contract at Anfield