🚨 NEW Saka deal agreed, SHOCK Lewandowski-Barca claim, major internal ROW at Liverpool, latest on Guehi saga, & more
Some major updates at Arsenal, Liverpool and much more in today's round-up!
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Plus possible row at Liverpool, and much more!
Arsenal
Bukayo Saka has reached a full agreement over a new contract with Arsenal, with the England international set to become the club’s highest earner. (Mark Brus, the Daily Briefing)
Mikel Arteta is also in line to earn a huge new contract at Arsenal as the club are optimistic about the huge progress made under the Spanish tactician. (Football Insider)
Antoine Semenyo’s transfer preference has been revealed after links with Arsenal and previous claims that he’s a boyhood Gunners fan - full story here!
Kobbie Mainoo to Arsenal? One of the Gunners’ former players has surprisingly suggested this deal could happen - full story here!
Barcelona
Barcelona supposedly asked Robert Lewandowski to stop scoring goals towards the end of his first season with the club so as not to activate further bonus payments. (AS)
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is a target for Besiktas, according to sources in Turkey, with an initial approach already made. (Fanatik)
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Chelsea
Talented young goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen looks set to leave Chelsea this January for more playing time, less than a year after joining the Blues. (Fabrizio Romano)
Chelsea youngster Tyrique George continues to attract interest from around Europe ahead of January after almost leaving during the summer. (Daily Mail)
Chelsea could be surprise suitors for Marcus Rashford in the summer if the loaned-out Manchester United misfit fails to land a permanent move to Barcelona. (Fichajes)
Inter Milan
Inter Milan are one of the clubs in talks over a potential transfer deal for Borussia Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi, with his agent Jorge Mendes reportedly already meeting with the Nerazzuri. (Bild)
Liverpool
Crystal Palace sources expect Liverpool to move for Marc Guehi in January, but other clubs to wait until the summer when he becomes a free agent. (Sky Sports)
Liverpool are monitoring Antoine Semenyo as there looks to be a good chance of the in-form Ghana winger leaving Bournemouth due to the release clause in his contract that becomes active in January. (Fabrizio Romano)
Florian Wirtz and Mohamed Salah don’t seem to be clicking on the pitch, and there is also the suggestion of some tension off it. (Sport Bild)
Ibrahima Konate has received a contract proposal from Liverpool and is yet to make a final decision on his future. The ball is now in his court and he has ‘several opportunities in Europe’. (Fabrizio Romano)
Liverpool are interested in signing the Ivorian defender Wilfried Singo from Galatasaray (Turkiye Gazetesi)
Liverpool youngster Trey Nyoni could leave on loan in the early weeks of the January window with no shortage of suitors ready to pounce if he gets the green light to move. (The Athletic)
Good news for Liverpool as a key player is now expected to be 100% fit for this weekend’s game against Nottingham Forest - full story here!
One Liverpool star has hinted at a possible imminent retirement from international football after a recent slump in form - full story here!
Manchester City
Erling Haaland is wanted by PSG in a hugely ambitious move that would be a huge blow for Manchester City. (Fichajes)
Federico Valverde to Manchester City could reportedly be a surprise story to watch. (Fichajes)
Manchester United
Manchester United are one of the clubs interested in Ruben Neves as he wants to leave Saudi club Al Hilal for a return to Europe this January, but his high wage demands could be an issue. (Mark Brus, the Daily Briefing)
Marc Guehi is a Manchester United target as the Red Devils plan for life without ageing centre-back Harry Maguire. (Daily Mail)
Manchester United are eyeing Jorthy Mokio, the 17-year-old Ajax wonderkid who is fast becoming one of the most sought-after talents in Europe. (Sacha Tavolieri)
Napoli
Former Barcelona manager Xavi is in contention for the Napoli job amid reports of an internal bust-up with current head coach Antonio Conte. (Sport)
Newcastle United
Newcastle United are one of the clubs interested in Ruben Neves as he looks to leave Al Hilal for a return to Europe this January, but his wages could be an issue. (Mark Brus, the Daily Briefing)
Newcastle are looking like one of the frontrunners to sign highly-rated Dutch wonderkid Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar. (Football Insider)
Another midfielder on Newcastle’s radar is former Arsenal man Matteo Guendouzi, who could be available soon after struggling for Lazio this season. (Corriere dello Sport)
Real Madrid
Eder Militao is set to be out for two weeks, with the Real Madrid and Brazil centre-back suffering a thigh injury. (AS)
Tottenham
Tottenham lead the race for Ivan Toney, who has informed Al Ahli that he wants to leave and return to the Premier League this January as he eyes a place in England’s 2026 World Cup squad next summer. (TEAMtalk)
Mathys Tel is unhappy at Tottenham and considering leaving the club, with Roma showing an interest in the young Frenchman ahead of January. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Tottenham are favourites for Takefusa Kubo, with the north Londoners eyeing a move to beat Aston Villa to the Real Sociedad and Japan winger. (Fichajes)