🚨 Erling Haaland Man City exit, Jurgen Klopp's next job, Man United want German manager, Chelsea prepare January signing, Bruno Fernandes next move & more.
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Arsenal
Arsenal are very interested in signing the Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet. (TEAMtalk)
Defender could make January return to Arsenal but Gunners will struggle to accommodate him. More details!
Aston Villa
Aston Villa have taken a decisive step towards signing Fiorentina star Moise Kean, identifying the prolific Italian striker as their preferred replacement for AS Roma-bound Donyell Malen. (Calciomercato)
Atletico Madrid
Atlético Madrid have emerged as serious contenders in the race to sign João Gomes, joining Manchester United and Napoli in pursuit of the highly rated Wolves midfielder. (ESPN Brasil)
Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich are preparing to pay as much as €100m for the ambitious potential transfer of Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes. (Fichajes)
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Chelsea
Chelsea & Man United are interested in €60 million goalkeeper. More details!
Chelsea are preparing to make a January move for a new centre-back as part of their early support for recently appointed head coach Liam Rosenior. (Telegraph)
Ruben Neves has been linked with a return to the Premier League in recent months, and Chelsea have been offered the opportunity to sign him. (TEAMtalk)
John Obi Mikel has claimed that Chelsea needs more quality and experience in the attacking unit, and they should sign Victor Osimhen. (Sky Sports)
Chelsea make approach for 23-year-old forward impressing at AFCON. Full Story here!
Everton
Everton are interested in signing a striker during the January transfer window, and have identified Callum Wilson as a potential target. (Athletic)
Juventus
Juventus have approached Crystal Palace for striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. (Sky Sport Italia)
Liverpool
Liverpool are the team that excites Xabi Alonso most. There is an emotional connection with the 44-year-old, given the fact that he played for them, and he is a fan favourite at the club. (Fichajes)
Liverpool star drops transfer hint in honest interview. Full Story here!
Manchester City
Manchester City are preparing to make a formal approach for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi before the January window closes. (talkSPORT)
Manchester United
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has emerged as a transfer target for AC Milan and AS Roma. (Sky Sports Italia)
Manchester United have identified Nottingham Forest defender Murillo as a top target for their summer rebuild. (Daily Mail)
Hayden Hackney has been linked with a move away from Middlesbrough in recent months, and Manchester United could be a potential destination. (TEAMtalk)
Manchester United are interested in appointing Thomas Tuchel as their next manager. (Fichajes)
Manchester United are unlikely to make any signings this January, even though they have the financial muscle to do so. (Sun)
Manchester United attacking midfielder Bruno Fernandes will reportedly reassess his future in the summer transfer window after turning down a move last year. (BBC)
Sky journo: It ‘can’t be ruled out’ that £37m Man United star joins Euro giants this month. More details!
Paris Saint-Germain
Chelsea central midfielder Enzo Fernandez is becoming a transfer target for Paris Saint-Germain amid some hint that he’s unsettled at Stamford Bridge. (L’Equipe)
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Real Madrid
Jürgen Klopp is seriously considering a comeback to frontline management if Real Madrid make a concrete approach ahead of the 2026/27 season. (Florian Plettenberg)
Seven players criticised Xabi Alonso in front of board members prior to Real Madrid exit. More details!
Contacts between Real Madrid senior officials and Erling Haaland’s agent Rafaela Pimienta are ongoing. (Sky Sport Germany)
Tottenham
Tottenham star edging towards permanent transfer to Euro giants. More details!