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• Jan 15, 2016

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La Liga backs Real Madrid & Atletico
The Spanish league has described the transfer sanctions handed to the two clubs as "disproportionate" and "excessive"

OFFICIAL: Immobile seals Torino return
The Italy international forward is back at the Serie A side on loan after just over 18 months away from the club

Garcia: Roma was a great adventure
The 51-year-old has thanked the club for a positive experience, but feels his spell in charge ended prematurely

RUMOURS: Pato in Chelsea talks
The former AC Milan forward has repeatedly been linked with a host of Premier League sides and is now moving close to joining the Stamford Bridge outfit

Ancelotti ideal for Bayern - Ziege
The 43-year-old believes the Bundesliga giants have made the right choice in opting for the Italian

Perez must go after Madrid transfer ban
Already under pressure following the sacking of Carlo Ancelotti and the disastrous reign of Rafa Benitez, the Blancos president should step down after the club's Fifa sanctions

Swansea consider Naismith move
Swans boss Alan Curtis says the Scotland international would be of interest to the Welsh club at the right price and also hinted at a potential return for Jonathan de Guzman

RUMOURS: Dembele to join PL giant
The Fulham teenager has impressed this season, scoring 11 goals, and is wanted by Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino as cover and competition for Harry Kane

OFFICIAL: Sunderland land N'Doye
Sam Allardyce has bolstered his attacking options by recruiting the Senegalese striker, who joined Hull City for a similar spell last season, from Turkish club Trabzonspor

EXCLUSIVE: Allan set for new loan spell
The Sao Paulo-born teenager will head to Belgium until the end of the season with Reds boss Jurgen Klopp keen to integrate him into the first-team soon

RUMOURS: Madrid reject Odegaard bid
The 17-year-old is wanted by Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool - but the Spanish club insist that the midfielder remains with them to develop until he's ready for first-team football

The Madrid stars going nowhere now
The two Spanish giants have had transfer bans imposed upon them by Fifa, meaning a number of high profile deals - incomings and outgoings - have been scuppered

Pirlo rules out Serie A return
The 36-year-old has ruled out a return to his native country amid ongoing speculation he could leave MLS

Atletico & Real given transfer bans
The two Spanish giants have been found guilty of the same irregularities as Barcelona and, after the current window closes, will then be unable to sign new players until 2017

Thauvin requests Marseille return
Unable to break into Steve McClaren's starting XI, the Frenchman wants a return to his previous club and could be granted a loan move

Thiago Silva: PSG can sign Messi
The defender feels the Ligue 1 champions have a realistic chance of signing either the Argentine or the Portuguese international this summer

OFFICIAL: Arsenal sign Elneny
5The Gunners have reportedly paid around £5 million to land the Egyptian midfielder, with Arsene Wenger having been keen to bring in cover following Francis Coquelin's injury

 

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• Jan 15, 2016

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Leeds accept Everton bid for Byram
Leeds United have accepted a bid for full-back Sam Byram, with the fee set to begin at around £3 million.
Source: Daily Express

Pato in Chelsea talks
Corinthians forward Alexandre Pato is in talks with Chelsea over a January move to Stamford Bridge.
Source: Lance!

Spurs open Moussa Dembele talks
Tottenham have begun talks with Fulham over a player-plus-cash deal for youngster Moussa Dembele. Maurcio Pochettino wants cover for Harry Kane, but the 19-year-old is also being watched by the likes of Juventus and Man City.
Source: Daily Mail

Swansea identify Doumbia as possible signing
Swansea City have identified Roma striker Seydou Doumbia as the man to help lead them away from relegation trouble.
Source: Wales Online

Chelsea confident of new Ivanovic deal
Chelsea are confident Branislav Ivanovic will sign a new contract after negotiations over a new one-year deal saw clauses introduced that could see him stay with the Blues until 2018.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Fiorentina keen on Markovic
Fiorentina are keen to bring Liverpool winger Lazar Markovic to Serie A in the summer, with the former Benfica man currently on loan at Fenerbahce.
Source: La Nazione

Liverpool's Odegaard approach rejected
Real Madrid have rejected Liverpool's approach for Martin Odegaard as they want the 17-year-old to remain with them until he is ready for regular first-team football.
Source: Marca

Pogba top of Zidane's shortlist
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has made Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba his No.1 transfer target for next summer.
Source: Tuttosport

Juventus line up Cavani as Morata replacement
If Real Madrid move to sign Alvaro Morata in the summer, Juventus will swoop for Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani. The Uruguayan's wages could be a stumbling block, though.
Source: Tuttosport

Griezmann to sign new Atletico deal
Antoine Griezmann is set to pen a new contract with Atletico Madrid that will see his wages increase along with his release fee, which will jump to €100m from €80m, but he will remain tied to the club until 2020. PSG and Real Madrid both want him.
Source: AS

Galatasaray join Lavezzi chase
Out of contract at the end of the season, Ezequiel Lavezzi is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain. Inter, Chelsea and Barcelona have been joined in the hunt for the Argentina attacker by Galatasaray.
Source: Calciomercato

Man United swoop for Slimani
Machester United have joined the chase for Sporting Clube de Portugal striker Islam Slimani, after the £13 million rated man has netted 13 goals in 16 games so far this season.
Source: The Sun

Van Gaal on brink of sack
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal could face the sack if his side lose to Liverpool, with the club hierarchy worried that they could miss out on Champions League qualification.
Source: The Times

Chelsea to make Berahino move
Chelsea are set to make a big-money move for West Brom striker Saido Berahino despite interest from Tottenham and Stoke City.
Source: Express and Star

Bournemouth want Roberts on loan
Bournemouth are keen to take Manchester City teenager Patrick Roberts with the winger having struggled to make an impact at the Etihad Stadium.
Source: Daily Mail

Chelsea & Man Utd in Kroos talks
Chelsea and Manchester United, along with Paris Saint-Germain, have spoken to Toni Kroos' agent about a £40 million move for the Real Madrid midfielder.
Source: Fichajes

Dragovic hours away from Man Utd deal
Manchester United are hours away from sealing their first signing of the January transfer window with Dynamo Kiev defender Aleksandar Dragovic set to sign for £16 million.
Source: Sport Mediaset

Swansea weighing up Sinclair return
Swansea City are weighing up whether to bring Aston Villa winger Scott Sinclair back to his former club in January.
Source: Wales Online

Villa close in on Sane deal
Bordeaux defender Lamine Sane is set to join Aston Villa on loan until the end of the season.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Romelu Lukaku to join PSG or Real Madrid
Romelu Lukaku is set to leave Goodison Park at the end of the season and will target a move to Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid
Source: The Sun

 

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• Jan 18, 2016

• #203

Rodgers: We thought we'd signed Alexis
The 42-year-old reveals he did not have the final say on transfers at Anfield and admits missing out on the Chilean was a "huge blow"

Reus: In-demand BVB stars will stay
The German attacker believes BVB will resist offers for the likes of Ilkay Gundogan and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, while he is keen to pick up silverware this season

Lewandowski plays down PSG rumours
The 27-year-old played down talk of a move to the Ligue 1 side, while also stated he does not take the Ballon d'Or seriously

REVEALED: Liverpool's failed Alli bid
Brendan Rodgers was keen to push a move through for the 19-year-old, still then at MK Dons, but the club's transfer committee had doubts the deal represented value for money

James set for bench amid Utd interest
SPECIAL REPORT: The Colombian is expected to miss out on a place in Zinedine Zidane's starting XI on Sunday, which will only fuel rumours he could leave for Old Trafford

Barcelona wanted Aguero before Suarez
The Catalans' former sporting director has revealed the striker was their top transfer target in 2014, only for Manchester City to reject their approach

In-demand Rodgers won't rush return
The 42-year-old claims he has already attracted interest from clubs but will wait until the summer to return to management

Gladbach open to Xhaka sale
The midfielder has been linked with both Liverpool and Arsenal and his club say they could be tempted to cash in

De Gea: I want to be a Man Utd legend
The Spain international says he is happy at Old Trafford and wants to win trophies with Louis van Gaal's side

Debuchy: I have to leave Arsenal
The defender admits there has been interest from Villa and Bayern Leverkusen and says he cannot stay at the Emirates

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Sturridge running out of time at LFC'
The German feels the injury-prone striker has just six months to prove his worth to new manager Jurgen Klopp

Eriksen in talks over Spurs deal
The Denmark international joined the club from Ajax in 2013 and has established himself as a key member of Mauricio Pochettino's first-team since his arrival in north London

RUMOURS: Dann to replace Terry at CFC
The Crystal Palace centre-back is seen as a long-term replacement for the former England captain at Stamford Bridge but is reluctant to leave the Eagles

Struggling Hannover sign Almeida
The Portuguese striker is back in the Bundesliga after he was snapped up by relegation-threatened Hannover

RUMOURS: Toure's China offer
The Ivorian could soon be on his way to the Chinese Super League, should Pep Guardiola, the reported incoming Citizens manager, look to offload the midfielder

RUMOURS: Fergie would return to MUFC
The 74-year-old retired in 2013 but would help advise Ryan Giggs should he have to take over the reins at Old Trafford, though the Scot would not return to the dugout

Bayern calm over Gotze renewal
The Bundesliga club have made it clear they will not let Mario Gotze pressure them into opening talks over a new contract

RUMOURS: West Ham line up Balotelli
The Italian is seen as the ideal January signing at Upton Park as Slaven Bilic looks for reinforcements following injuries to Andy Carroll and Manuel Lanzini

RUMOURS: Pogba's message to Messi
The Juventus midfielder does not want to return to the Premier League, or join Paris Saint-Germain, and remains keen on a move to Barcelona

Koeman: Southampton not selling
The striker formalised his move from QPR to Southampton on Saturday and watched on as his side beat West Brom 3-0, with his manager insisting no players will subsequently leave

 

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• Jan 18, 2016

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Madrid to sell Kroos, buy Cavani
With Real Madrid set to be banned from signing new players until 2017 after January, the club are said to be ready to offload Toni Kroos to Manchester United for €40.5 million to fund a move for PSG striker Edinson Cavani.
Source: A Bola

Atletico join Tielemans race
Ahead of their impending transfer fan, Atletico Madrid have sent representatives to Belgium to compile reports on Youri Tielemans and Dennis Praet.
Source: Het Laatste Nieuws

AC Milan want Ranocchia on loan
With Rossoneri defender Rodrigo Ely out injured, Sinisa Mijalovic has turned his attention to reinforcements in the form of Inter's Andrea Ranocchia, whom the Milan boss would prefer to sign on loan.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Inter consider move for Juve's Pereyra
Eager to arrest their slump in form, Inter are looking to make some January acquisitions to freshen up the side. Juventus' Roberto Pereyra is a potential target, though Roberto Mancini has doubts over the attacker's physical condition.
Source: Gazzetta dello Sport

Inter looking at Xhaka
Scudetto chasers Inter are looking for a new central midfielder, with Gladbach's Granit Xhaka said to at the top of Roberto Mancini's wish list.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Ferguson waiting to replace Van Gaal
Sir Alex Ferguson would come out of retirement to help Ryan Giggs were Louis van Gaal to be sacked by Manchester United.
Source: The People

Barcelona to sign Ramsey
Barcelona will sign Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey in the summer after stepping up their interest in the Wales international.
Source: Sunday Express

Chelsea eye Dann as Terry successor
Chelsea have identified Crystal Palace centre-back as the man to replace John Terry at Stamford Bridge when the former England captain eventually leaves the club.
Source: The People

Man Utd plot £120m summer spree
Manchester United are planning to spend around £120 million in the summer rather than make January signings, though they realise top targets Gareth Bale and Thomas Muller are unlikely to be available.
Source: The People

Chinese outfit to make £10m Toure bid
Chinese Super League side Jiangsu Suning are set to offer Yaya Toure a £230,000 per week contract and Manchester City £10 million to buy the midfielder.
Source: Daily Star

Chelsea weigh up £20m Mahrez bid
Chelsea are weighing up making a £20 million bid for Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez, who is seen as a potential replacement for Eden Hazard.
Source: Daily Star

Liverpool favourites to sign Vardy
Liverpool have emerged as the favourites to sign Jamie Vardy should he leave Leicester City in the coming months.
Source: Daily Star

Barcelona scouts watch Stones
Barcelona sent scouts to watch Everton defender John Stones as the Toffees drew 3-3 with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Source: Mail on Sunday

Man Utd refuse to let Valdes join Newcastle
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has refused to allow Victor Valdes join Newcastle on loan, with the Spain international not allowed to join another Premier League club.
Source: The People

Leicester want to take Pereira on loan
Leicester City want to take Manchester United youngster Andreas Pereira on loan, with the midfielder having been told he can leave for "the right club".
Source: Mail on Sunday

Iheanacho contract talks stall
Manchester City have put contract talks with teenage striker Kelechi Iheanacho on hold after a row broke out over which group of agents is representing the youngster.
Source: The People

Newcastle table £25m for Lacazette
Newcastle have made a £25 million bid for Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette as they look to take advantage of the Ligue 1 outfti's financial situation.
Source: The People

Sunderland to splash £14m on Ayew
Having already had a £11 million bid for Swansea City's Andre Ayew rejected, the Black Cats are now set to offer £14m for the Ghana international.
Source: Sunday Express

Newcastle plot £7m move for Gomis
Newcastle have added Swansea City's Bafetimbi Gomis to their striker shortlist and are planning to offer £7 million for the former Lyon man.
Source: Mail on Sunday

Everton plot move for Hughes
Everton are planning a £10 million bid for Derby County midfielder Will Hughes, who has previously been linked to Liverpool.
Source: The People

 

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• Jan 21, 2016

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'No Real Madrid move for Bentancur'
The Blancos were reportedly close to agreeing a deal for the Uruguayan starlet, but the head of the Argentine club says they have not made an official bid

RUMOURS: Chelsea ready to sell Pedro
The Spain international has found the net on just three occasions for the Premier League champions since his summer move from Barcelona and will be sold at the end of the season

RUMOURS: Chelsea offer £15m for winger
The 24-year-old winger failed to secure a first-team spot on loan at Bournemouth - and now Chelsea have used him as a bargaining chip in their latest January bid

Xhaka could leave Gladbach - Eberl
The Switzerland international has already admitted he dreams of pulling on Arsenal's 34 shirt, and he could follow in the footsteps of Reus and Ter Stegen in leaving

Pereira wants out of Old Trafford
The Brazilian youngster said that he needs more first-team action if he is to fulfil his Rio 2016 dream, and hopes the English club will cooperate with a temporary switch

Berahino move down to Peace - Pulis
With Newcastle United reportedly the front-runners for his signature, the Baggies manager says the decision over the striker's future rests with Jeremy Peace

RUMOURS: Chelsea strike Pato deal
The Premier League champions are prepared to take a gamble on the former AC Milan striker having agreed a £12 million deal with Brazilian side Corinthians for the 26-year-old

Villa's Crespo returns to Spain
Aston Villa defender Jose Angel Crespo has returned to Spain after joining Rayo Vallecano for the rest of the season.

Byram completes West Ham move
The Hammers have bolstered their defence with the signing of the young full-back, seeing of competition from Everton in the process

RUMOURS: James concerns Zidane
The Real Madrid forward, who is wanted by Manchester United, has come in for criticism in his native Colombia and the head coach is said to have him 'in his crosshairs'

Lewandowski: Bring on Higuain
The Poland international welcomes the idea of competing with his Argentine counterpart for a spot in the starting XI in the Bundesliga side

'Sane not ready for bigger club'
The 20-year-old midfielder has attracted the attention of several top clubs in Spain and England, but his coach feels he must stay at Schalke to develop further

Guarin all set to leave Inter
The Colombian is all but confirmed to leave Serie A for the Chinese Super League, according to sporting director Piero Ausilio.

RUMOURS: Man Utd learn Lukaku fee
Everton are hoping to fend off interest in the Belgian with a massive transfer fee, with Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and Manchester City also interested

RUMOURS: Will Van Gaal resign?
The former Ajax, Netherlands and Barcelona coach is under pressure at Old Trafford and could walk away from the job this summer - a year before his contract expires

RUMOURS: De Gea to shun Real Madrid
The Spanish goalkeeper almost moved to Los Blancos last summer, but The Telegraph report he's now set on staying in the Premier League

Koeman: No future for Ramirez
The Uruguayan has been limited to just 28 minutes of Premier League football for the Saints in 2015-16 and is set for an exit

RUMOURS: Sturridge set for £18m exit?
The England international's form has stalled in recent years due to a series of injury problems and Jurgen Klopp is ready to ditch him, with a surprise club leading the chase

Porto appoint Jose Peseiro as coach
The former Al Ahly coach has agreed an 18-month deal, with an option for a further year, to take the reins at the Portuguese club

 

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• Jan 21, 2016

• #206

Real Madrid want Dybala
Real Madrid are monitoring the progress of Paulo Dybala and could make a dramatic swoop for the Juventus attacker before their transfer ban begins at the end of January.
Source: Jugones

Chelsea agree Pato deal
A verbal agreement has been reached for Alexandre Pato to join Chelsea from Corinthians.
Source: ESPN Brasil

Chelsea offer Atsu in Mahrez deal
Chelsea will offer winger Christian Atsu and £15 million to Leicester City as they look to secure the signing of Riyad Mahrez.
Source: Marca

Chelsea to sell Pedro
Chelsea will look to offload winger Pedro in the summer after the former Barcelona man's struggles at Stamford Bridge this season.
Source: Daily Express

Bentancur's Madrid move draws closer
Rodrigo Bentancur's move to Real Madrid has moved close after Boca Juniors president Daniel Angelici will meet with the player's agent to discuss the transfer.
Source: Télam

Liverpool reject Swansea's Allen approach
Liverpool have rejected an approach from Swansea City for midfielder Joe Allen after the Welsh outfit showed an interest in re-signing the player.
Source: Liverpool Echo

West Ham to move for Batshuayi
West Ham have identified Marseille striker Michy Batshuayi as a prime summer target though they will likely have to pay £20 million to secure his signature.
Source: Daily Mail

QPR bid to take Chelsea duo on loan
QPR have offered to take Chelsea duo Charly Musonda and Patrick Bamford on loan until the end of the season after struggling to break into the Blues first team.
Source: Evening Standard

Burnley reject Stoke bid for Keane
Stoke have had a £7 million bid turned down by Burnley for defender Michael Keane.
Source: Metro

Sunderland make Ayew offer
Sunderland are set to step up their interest in Swansea's Andre Ayew by offering £6 million plus a player - either Fabio Borini or Jordi Gomez - as part of the deal.
Source: Daily Mail

Valencia & Villarreal could face bans
Valencia and Villarreal are waiting to find out if they will face the same punishment as Atletico and Real Madrid for signing under-age players. Fifa is currently investigating the two clubs.
Source: AS

Chelsea offer Traore to Marseille
Marseille have grown frustrated in their attempt to re-sign Florian Thauvin from Newcastle and have been offered Chelsea winger Bertrand Traore on loan.
Source: La Provence

Hiddink to make surprise selection
Guus Hiddink is considering naming Charly Musonda in Chelsea’s squad to face Arsenal on Sunday. The 19-year-old forward, linked with the Gunners and Manchester United, impressed during a 5-0 Under-21 win over QPR this week.
Source: Daily Mail

Dortmund eye El Shaarawy move
Borussia Dortmund have joined the race for AC Milan forward Stephan El Shaarawy. He is valued at €20 million (£15.4m) but BVB are confident of negotiating a lower fee.
Source: Bild

Pato talks to Willian about Chelsea
Alexandre Pato has spoken to Willian and Marco Amelia about a potential move to Chelsea. The Premier League champions are in talks with Corinthians, who value him at £10 million, but would initially prefer a loan move.
Source: The Independent

Emenike & Byram set for West Ham
West Ham are confident of completing a loan deal to sign striker Emmanuel Emenike from Fenerbahce, while Leeds defender Sam Byram is set to undergo a medical.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Watford cool Adebayor interest
Watford boss Quique Sanchez Flores has decided against a move for Emmanuel Adebayor, making Crystal Palace the favourites to sign the free agent.
Source: Evening Standard

Diego Lopez Besiktas bound
Frozen out of the AC Milan starting XI, Spanish goalkeeper Diego Lopez is set to sign for Besiktas in Turkey. Sevilla and Malaga are monitoring the situation.
Source: Fichajes.net

Schalke want Bartra
An injury to captain Benedikt Howedes has forced Schalke into the market for a centre-back, with Barcelona's Marc Bartra top of their list. Manchester United's Marcos Rojo, Kostas Manolas of Roma and Aleksandar Dragovic appear on it too.
Source: Sport

James has angered Zidane
Real Madrid playmaker James Rodriguez's attitude has angered Zinedine Zidane, who does not think the Colombia international should spend so much time partying. Manchester United have an interest in the 24-year-old.
Source: Sport

 

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• Jan 23, 2016

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OFFICIAL: Leicester seal Amartey deal
The Ghana international has left FC Copenhagen to join the Foxes, where he has signed a four-year contract and is the second arrival of the month after Demarai Gray

RUMOURS: Wenger close to new deal
The Gunners boss is ready to commit to a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2019 and has begun making major changes to the scouting system

RUMOURS: Arsenal block Wilshere loan
The 24-year-old has not featured for the Gunners this season but has been the subject of a loan move until the end of the campaign

RUMOURS: Spurs eye Jackson Martinez
The option is on the table, though Spurs are unsure as to whether a deal will be worth the money in the long term

RUMOURS: Man Utd following Butland
Louis van Gaal claims David de Gea is happy at Old Trafford, but a big offer from Real Madrid could change the Spaniard's mind

Souare signs new Palace deal
The left-back, who joined from Ligue 1 side Lille last year, has extended his current deal at Selhurst Park

RUMOURS: Madrid set for €190m bid
Florentino Perez is ready to make the Brazil international his next 'Galactico' but it means that one of Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale or Karim Benzema will be sold

Official: Ivanovic signs new Chelsea deal
Despite coming in for some criticism this season, the Serbian has been given the Blues' backing for another term

OFFICIAL: Giuseppe Rossi joins Levante
The striker has agreed to return to La Liga on a temporary deal in seach of regular football after recovering from a knee injury

Pulis: No Berahino bids
The Baggies striker was heavily linked with a move to Tottenham during the summer and is now reportedly a target for both Chelsea and Newcastle, though no offer has been tabled

Klopp exit boosted BVB - Chapuisat
The former striker says many players at the Bundesliga side blossomed after the German left for Liverpool

Lukaku is staying put, says Martinez
The Toffees boss has once again reiterated his desire to keep hold of his top stars in the January transfer window

Aguero tells Messi: Manchester is ideal!
The City striker admits he has tried to tempt his fellow Argentine into moving to the Premier League, but with little success

Man Utd deny meeting with Guardiola
A rumour on Thursday claimed that the Bayern Munich boss met with United officials in Paris last week to discuss a deal that would see him replace Louis van Gaal this summer

Lewandowski agent open to transfer
Cezary Kucharski says the striker is happy at Allianz Arena but would not discuss reported interest from PSG

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RUMOURS: Chelsea still in for Teixeira
Liverpool have opened talks with Shakhtar Donetsk over the 26-year-old, but the Blues are still interested in the Brazilian and have made a £30 million bid, according to reports

Klopp brushes off Sturridge speculation
The striker has been linked with a shock move to West Ham this week but the Liverpool coach insists he will remain patient with his recovery as he did with Ilkay Gundogan

Mkhitaryan hoping for Dortmund stay
The 27-year-old has been in fine form in the Bundesliga this season and has hailed his coach for the swift impact he's made at the club

 

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• Jan 23, 2016

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West Ham make €7 million Burak Yilmaz bid
West Ham United have made a €7 million offer for Galatasaray striker Burak Yilmaz, as manager Slavn Bilic looks to add to his attacking options following the injury to Andy Carroll.
Source: Hurriyet

Napoli ready to up offer for Newcastle's Sissoko
Napoli are ready to increase their offer for Newcastle United midfielder Moussa Sissoko, having had one bid rejected by the Magpies, but the Italian side are unwilling to meet the €25 million valuation.
Source: Gazzetta dello Sport

Wenger close to new Arsenal deal
Arsene Wenger is close to agreeing a new two-year contract with Arsenal that will keep him at the club until 2019.
Source: The Sun

PSG still in contact with Lewandowski
PSG are still in touch with Bayern Munich over a potential move for Robert Lewandowski, though their primary targets remain Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo over Barcelona and Real Madrid respectively.
Source: L'Equipe

Spurs offered Jackson Martinez
Tottenham are said to have been offered 29-year-old Atletico Madrid striker Jackson Martinez. The Colombian, however, does not meet Mauricio Pochettino's preferred profile as he looks to add players under 27 to his side.
Source: The Daily Mail

Man Utd keeping tabs on Butland
Despite Louis van Gaal's insistence that David De Gea is happy at Manchester United, the Red Devils are monitoring Stoke City's Jack Butland in case the Spaniard decides to move away from Old Trafford.
Source: The Daily Mail

Madrid to pay Neymar's €190m release clause
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is prepared to pay Neymar’s €190 million release clause.
Source: Marca

Juventus reject Barca's €80m Dybala enquiry
Barcelona sporting director Ariedo Braida has twice made offers in excess of €80 million for Paulo Dybala, but has been told to forget about trying to sign the forward by Juventus director Beppe Marotta.
Source: Tuttosport

Stoke target Imbula wants Porto stay
Stoke offered Porto €25 million for midfielder Gianelli Imbula, but the out-of-favour Frenchman does not want to depart Portugal at this moment.
Source: L'Equipe

Muller rejects Man Utd move
Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller has turned down the chance to join Manchester United in the summer.
Source: Daily Star

Muller rejects Man Utd move
Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller has turned down the chance to join Manchester United in the summer.
Source: Daily Star

Man Utd shelve January transfer plans
Manchester United will not make any January signings after shelving their plans for the transfer window amid uncertainty around Louis van Gaal's future.
Source: Daily Mirror

Chelsea put aside £50m for Stones
Chelsea have not given up on signing Everton centre-back John Stones and have put aside £50 million to use in their bid.
Source: talkSPORT

Man Utd deny Guardiola talks
Manchester United have denied holding a meeting with Bayern Munich manager Pep Guardiola in a bid to lure him to Old Trafford this summer.
Source: Daily Star

Chelsea remain confident of Teixeira deal
Chelsea are confident they will sign Shakhtar Donetsk forward Alex Teixeira despite Liverpool opening talks with the player. The Blues have offered £30 million for the Brazilian.
Source: Daily Mirror

Norwich keen to sign Bamford
Norwich City are keen to sign Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford on a permanent deal though the former Crystal Palace man would prefer a loan move.
Source: Daily Mirror

Stoke make £19m Imbula bid
Stoke City have made a bid of £19 million for Porto midfielder Gianelli Imbula. The former Marseille man has struggled for first-team opportunities since his arrival in Portugal in the summer.
Source: Daily Mirror

Swansea to make Rhodes bid
Swansea City are preparing a bid for Blackburn Rovers striker Jordon Rhodes with the Scotland international valued at around £10 million.
Source: Daily Mirror

Zenit target Pellegrini to replace AVB
Zenit St. Petersburg have made Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini their No.1 choice to replace Andre Villas-Boas when he leaves at the end of the season.
Source: Sport Express

Guardiola holds Man Utd talks
Pep Guardiola has met with officials from Manchester United to discuss taking over at Old Trafford at the end of the season when he leaves Bayern Munich.
Source: L'Equipe

 

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• Jan 27, 2016

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Chelsea deny wrongdoing over Traore
The winger official moved to Stamford Bridge in January 2014 but featured for the club's under-18s before his transfer - which could potentially result in a punishment from Fifa

Simeone won't discuss Torres talks
The Atletico Madrid manager admits conversations have taken place over the striker's future at the Vicente Calderon, with his loan spell due to end in the summer

RUMOURS: Chelsea name Hazard price
The 25-year-old is the Spanish club's priority target this summer but the Premier League champions are keen to keep the Belgian at Stamford Bridge

Nike could hold key to Neymar renewal
The Catalans need a payment from the sportswear manufacturer if they are to get the Brazilian to sign, but there is a sticking point...

Coates closing in on Sporting switch
The Uruguay centre-back, who has fallen down the pecking order under Sam Allardyce, is set to swap the Premier League for Portugal in an initial six-month loan deal

OFFICIAL: Roma sign El Shaarawy
The 23-year-old Italy international returns to Serie A after a disappointing first half of the season on loan at Monaco where he failed to score a goal in Ligue 1

RUMOURS: Zidane names priority target
The Spanish club are reportedly intent on signing Neymar and are ready to pay €180m for the Brazilian - but Zidane is targeting one star from the Premier League

Adebayor signing a risk for Palace
The addition of the former Tottenham forward could be the solution to Alan Pardew's striker headache - but he's unable to provide a long-term solution for any team

Boilesen: I want to leave Ajax now
The 23-year-old was being linked with a move to Atletico Madrid and Sevilla less than a year ago, but now finds himself an exile for refusing to sign a new deal

Perez: Ronaldo will NOT be sold
The Real Madrid president says he is not surprised by interest from Paris Saint-Germain in the Portugal star but insists he has no intention of leaving the Santiago Bernabeu

RUMOURS: Leicester in £9.8m striker bid
The Premier League leaders have had a £9.8m offer accepted for a new forward, although they still face competition from Inter

OFFICIAL: Crystal Palace sign Adebayor
The Eagles have scored only one goal - an own goal - in their last six Premier League matches but have now bolstered their attack with the arrival of the Togo striker

Gervinho joins Hebei China Fortune
The former Arsenal forward has completed his move to Asia, joining a club who won promotion to the Chinese Super League last season

Massa congratulates Pato on Chelsea
The Formula 1 driver posted a photo on his Instagram account apparently revealing the Corinthians forward's next destination amid speculation he is set for Stamford Bridge

RUMOURS: Ronaldo out, Neymar in?
Reports suggest the Real Madrid president will offer the Brazilian international €35 million per season to make a sensational switch from Camp Nou to the Santiago Bernabeu

Mozambique appoint Abel Xavier
The former defender, who represented the likes of PSV, Everton, Liverpool, LA Galaxy and Portugal, was born in the African nation and signs a two-year deal to take charge

RUMOURS: Napoli reject Arsenal bid
The Serie A leaders are reluctant to sell any of their key men while they remain in the race for the Scudetto but the Gunners are likely to make another bid in the summer

RUMOURS: Messi's MASSIVE pay rise
Barcelona are set to nearly double their star player's salary next season due to one of the terms written into the contract he signed when he renewed at Camp Nou in 2014

'Liverpool should buy Shawcross'
Jurgen Klopp's side have struggled defensively this season and a club legend believes the centre-back would be a brilliant signing

RUMOURS: Leicester join Morata chase
The Spain international has fallen down the pecking order at Juventus this season and has also been linked to both Arsenal and Tottenham and return to Real Madrid in recent weeks

 

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• Jan 27, 2016

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Chelsea want £80m for Hazard
Chelsea will demand at least £80 million for Eden Hazard if Real Madrid want to sign the Belgian this summer.
Source: The Sun

Hazard is Madrid's top target
Zinedine Zidane has told Real Madrid that the club should sign Eden Hazard from Chelsea at all costs.
Source: El Chiringuito

Leicester's Eder bid accepted
Leicester City's €13 million (£9.8m) bid for Eder has been accepted by Sampdoria. The 29-year-old striker will now hold talks with the Premier League leaders, although Inter are still keen on a deal.
Source: Globoesporte

Everton join Slimani race
Everton have joined a host of Premier League clubs in the race to sign Islam Slimani from Sporting.
Source: Daily Mail

McCormack attempts to force Boro move
Fulham striker Ross McCormack is refusing to play for the club again and wants to join Middlesbrough before the transfer deadline.
Source: Daily Mail

Southampton to listen to Pelle offers
Southampton are ready to offload Graziano Pelle this summer, with his contract set to expire. The Saints have signed Charlie Austin this January and his arrival is set to limit the Italian's opportunities.
Source: Daily Mail

Adebayor set for Palace
Crystal Palace will complete the signing of free agent Emmanuel Adebayor today and he could make his debut against Stoke in the FA Cup on Saturday.
Source: Evening Standard

Basel reject Wolfsburg's €27m Embolo bid
Basel have rejected a €27 million bid from Wolfsburg for teenage forward Breel Embolo and will not allow the player to leave until the summer.
Source: Kicker

West Ham & Spurs to battle for Wilson
West Ham and Tottenham are both set to make an approach to sign Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson despite him being currently ruled out with a cruciate ligament injury.
Source: Brentwood Gazette

Celta reject Barcelona duo Munir & Sandro
Celta Vigo have rejected Barcelona's offer of including either Munir El Haddadi or Sandro Ramirez in their bid to sign Nolito before the end of January.
Source: Fichajes.net

Perez wants Neymar to replace Ronaldo
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to pay Neymar €35 million a year to join the club and act as Cristiano Ronaldo's replacement, The Blancos would have to pay Barcelona €190m, however.
Source: Sport

Everton to lodge Caicedo bid
Everton are set to launch a bid for Espanyol striker Felipe Caicedo after he rejected a move to China. The forward has a buyout clause of €10 million.
Source: Fichajes.net

Messi to earn €40m from next season
Lionel Messi will earn €40 million per year from next season, which means his wages will be almost doubled after talks with Barcelona.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Napoli reject Arsenal bid for Jorginho
Arsenal have had an offer for midfielder Jorginho rejected by Napoli. The 24-year-old only signed a new deal in December.
Source: Tuttomercatoweb

Marquinhos tells Barca he wants PSG exit
Paris Saint-Germain defender Marquinhos has made contact with Barcelona and told the Camp Nou outfit he wants to leave the Ligue 1 champions.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Leicester & Sunderland join Morata chase
Leicester City and Sunderland have joined Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham in the battle to sign Juventus striker Alvaro Morata.
Source: Fichajes.net

Newcastle agree £12m Townsend fee
Newcastle have agreed a £12 million fee for Tottenham for out-of-favour winger Andros Townsend.
Source: Sky Sports

Man Utd not giving up on Guardiola
Manchester United have not given up on luring Pep Guardiola to Old Trafford this summer despite widespread reports he has agreed to join Manchester City.
Source: Daily Mail

Spurs renew Wanyama interest
Tottenham have made a renewed bid to sign Southampton midfielder Victor Wanyama and will offer Andros Townsend as part of the deal.
Source: The Sun

Standard Liege want Mangala
Having signed Victor Valdes, Standard Liege are keen to continue their pursuit of big names with manager Daniel van Buyten set to talk to former club Manchester City about Eliaquim Managala's availability.
Source: Voetbalnieuws.be

 

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Wenger opens up on Arsenal future
The Gunners has boss has indicated that he wants to stay in the game in some capacity when he eventually leaves the Emirates Stadium

Bony: I do not want to leave Man City
The Ivory Coast international says that, while he is not happy on the bench, he gets enough first-team action at the Etihad Stadium and has no desire to complete a move away

Hiddink: Signing Pato not a gamble
The Dutchman says the Brazilian now has another chance to prove himself in Europe and claims a loan deal is good for both player and club

OFFICIAL: Inter sign Eder
Roberto Mancini's men have announced the two-year loan signing of the Italy international, who spoke of his delight at joining the club

Cahill wants to stay - Hiddink
The Chelsea centre-back has been linked with a move to Liverpool in recent weeks but the caretaker manager insists he has no desire to sell the England international

Griezmann responds to PSG links
The Atletico Madrid star has been linked to several clubs in Europe but he says he has no plans to leave the Spanish side any time soon

Madrid won't sign Bentancur in January
Real will not make any movements in the last few days of the current window, even though they have been banned by FIFA from registering new players until the summer of 2017

KDB injury won't force Man City buys
The Manchester City boss says the club have proven their ability to cope without important players already this season and that he does not intend to bring in any new faces

PROFILE: Liverpool target Piotr Zielinski
The midfielder has the ability to read and run a game, which has attracted Italy's top clubs but Liverpool want to secure his services ahead of next season

Dembele signs new Tottenham deal
The midfielder has extended his current deal until 2019 and says he is happy to be part of the future at White Hart Lane

Malouda joins Wadi Degla
The 35-year-old, who won the Champions League and the Premier League during his six years at Chelsea, has completed a move to Egypt

Sunderland agree deal for Khazri
Sunderland have reached an agreement with Bordeaux over the transfer of Wahbi Khazri, the Ligue 1 club have confirmed.

Bruce: Hull want Man Utd's Powell
The Tigers currently sit top of the Championship table and the former Sunderland boss is keen to bolster his squad as they close in on promotion back to the Premier League

RUMOURS: Milan reject Foxes' Niang bid
The Foxes, eager to bolster their attacking options ahead of the Premier League run-in, have had yet another bid turned down for a Serie A striker

M'bia set to join Gervinho at Hebei
The 29-year-old is the latest player to make the move to the China Super League where he will link up with the former Arsenal man

RUMOURS: Madrid near €1.4bn deal
The Spanish club are close to signing a renewed 10-year deal with Adidas which will be worth €140m per season

Pulis confirms Sandro loan talks
The manager has confirmed the Baggies are hoping to seal a deal for the midfielder before the end of the transfer window

RUMOURS: West Ham to hijack Utd bid
The London side are set to spend big in the summer as they look to celebrate their move to the Olympic Stadium, and have identified the attacker as a potential acquisition

Arsenal closing in on Nigerian duo
The Gunners boss has confirmed the club are on the verge of signing the two teenage midfielders

Wenger rules out Hernandez move
The former Manchester United striker has been linked with a Premier League return but the Gunners' boss has revealed his reasons why his team won't be in the running

 

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• Jan 30, 2016

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Chelsea turn to Conte
Chelsea have made Italy head coach Antonio Conte their top managerial target, as they look to secure a long-term replacement for Jose Mourinho, when Guus Hiddink ends his spell as interim boss.
Source: The Daily Mail

Torres rejects offers to stay at Atletico
Oliver Torres has rejected offers from the likes of Borussia Dortmund, Porto and Benfica to stay at Atletico Madrid.
Source: Marca

Robben & Lewandowski to lead Bayern departures
Robert Lewandowski and Arjen Robben will lead the departures from Bayern Munich's squad this season, with Mehdi Benatia also set to leave. Gonzalo Higuain and Marco Reus are being lined up as replacements.
Source: Fichajes.net

Chinese club offers huge salary to Podolski
A Chinese Super League club from Shanghai want to sign Galatasaray forward Lukas Podolski. The Germany international would earn €9 million per year and be offered a three-year deal.
Source: Bild

Newcastle in Orban talks
Newcastle have opened talks over a deal to bring Valencia left-back Lucas Orban to St. James' Park on a loan move.
Source: Daily Mail

Leicester reject Chelsea's €40m Vardy bid
Leicester City have rejected a bid worth €40 million from Chelsea for Jamie Vardy. The offer from the Blues included using Loic Remy as a makeweight.
Source: Fichajes.net

Milan reject Leicester bid for Niang
AC Milan have turned down Leicester City's offer of £12.2 million for French forward M’Baye Niang.
Source: Sky Sport Italia

West Ham to hijack Man Utd's Mane bid
West Ham are ready to spend big in the summer as they prepare to move into their new 60,000 stadium, with Southampton's Sadio Mane said to be atop their transfer wishlist.
Source: Brentwood Gazette

Liverpool make Javier Hernandez top priority
Liverpool have made Javier Hernandez one of their top priorities as they seek to overhaul their attack. However, the Reds may have to pay upto £20m to sign the Bayer Leverkusen striker.
Source: The Times

Man Utd join battle for Musa
Manchester United have joined Leicester City in the battle to sign CSKA Moscow striker Ahmed Musa, who is likely to cost around £19 million.
Source: Daily Express

Banega agrees Inter terms
Sevilla midfielder Ever Banega has agreed personal terms with Inter, though whether he will move in January or at the end of the season is unknown.
Source: Gazzetta dello Sport

Arsenal target Abel Hernandez
Arsene Wenger is keen to bolster his attacking options in the summer and is targeting a move for Hull City striker Abel Hernandez.
Source: Tuttomercatoweb

Chelsea move for Atletico's Gimenez
Chelsea are desperate to make defensive additions in the current transfer window and have lined up a move for Atletico Madrid centre-back Jose Gimenez, after failing to sign the Uruguayan ahead of the 2015-16 season.
Source: Evening Standard

Man United and Barcelona battle for Marquinhos
Manchester United and Barcelona are battling to secure the signature of Paris Saint-Germain defender Marquinhos, with the Brazilian unhappy with a lack of first-team opportunities in France.
Source: Daily Star

Leicester balk at £18 million Musa pricetag
Leicester City want to bring in CSKA Moscow forward Ahmed Muse but are unwilling to pay the £18 million pricetag that the Russian club have set, with Claudio Ranieri's side hoping to reach a compromise.
Source: Sky Sports

Chelsea seek Abdennour move
Chelsea are trying to wrap up a deal for Valencia centre-back Aymen Abdennour before the January transfer window closes, as they look to bring in defensive cover.
Source: The Times

West Brom make Sandro loan move
West Brom are close to tieing up a loan move for QPR midfielder Sandro, as Tony Pulis looks to bring in another defensive shield to combat a slide in form.
Source: Daily Telegraph

West Ham line up Fletcher
West Ham United have lined up Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher as the answer to their forward problems, as Slaven Bilic looks to improve the firepower at his disposal.
Source: Daily Mirror

Leicester move for Milan's Niang
After missing out on Inter-bound Eder, Leicester City are in talks with Milan for M'Baye Niang.
Source: gianlucadimarzio

Neymar's and Messi set for Barcelona salary rise
Neymar and Lionel Messi are both set for a salary rise at Barcelona, due to clauses within their contracts, with the Brazilian set to earn €17.6 million as of next season and the Argentine to €39.4m, rising from €9.1m and €22.8m.
Source: AS

 

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• Feb 1, 2016

• #213

John Terry to leave Chelsea
The Blues captain, who has spent his entire career at Stamford Bridge, will not have his contract renewed and will leave at the end of the 2015-16 campaign

'I think Pep knows where he's going'
The striker feels his coach will be well prepared for his next destination and backed him to improve the side regardless of who he takes over

RUMOURS: Chelsea target Madrid starlet
The Spanish club want Borja Mayora to sign a new deal but Chelsea are keen on a move for the 18-year-old, who made his first-team debut earlier this season

Blanc: No January move for Lavezzi
The Paris Saint-Germain coach is prepared to lose the 30-year-old for free in the summer after stressing he will not be allowed to move this month

RUMOURS: Leicester to move for Gayle
The Foxes are determined to bring in a quality striker in the winter window as they look to maintain their stunning form in the Premier League

Lewandowski: Bayern exit possible
The Poland international refused to rule out a move away from the Bavarian giants, amid reported interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain

RUMOURS: United close in on midfielder
A report in Portugal claims that United are close to securing a deal for Benfica's 18-year-old midfielder Renato Sanches

Edu: Pato can succeed at Chelsea
The man who signed the Brazil international for Corinthians believes the striker will do well in England but must realise that expectations are high

RUMOURS: Lukaku replacement lined up
With the Belgian in high demand, the Toffees are taking measures to ensure they are not left without options

RUMOURS: Atletico in €45m Costa bid
Diego Simeone has ordered the club to make one last push for Diego Costa before the end of the January transfer window

RUMOURS: Man Utd want Spurs' Rose
The Red Devils had identified the 25-year-old as a top candidate to ease their defensive problems, but Spurs are reluctant to lend any help to a potential top-four rival

RUMOURS: Sampaoli's priority target
The 55-year-old is on Chelsea's radar and is learning English ahead of a potential move to Stamford Bridge this summer

RUMOURS: Carrick in Man Utd exit?
The midfielder, whose contract runs out in the summer, could be on his way out of Old Trafford after 10 years at the club

RUMOURS: Man Utd chase Kane & Alli
The Red Devils are planning to swoop for the Spurs pair and have sent scouts to each of the club's last four matches

Barca chief rules out Nolito move
The Blaugrana president says debt restrictions have hampered any move to bring the Celta Vigo winger back to Camp Nou

Valdes delight after Man Utd exit
The former Spain international made his debut for his new club after leaving the Old Trafford side and hit out against the Red Devils

RUMOURS: Chelsea line up Griezmann
The Blues will move for the Atletico Madrid star if last season's PFA Player of the Year pushes for a move to Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid in the summer

Eder can't fix everything - Mancini
The coach is impressed with the quality of his new arrival from Sampdoria and says he offers the Nerazzurri "something different"

Grujic: I won't wear Gerrard's shirt
The teenager says even players coming from Real Madrid or Barcelona would find it hard to replace the midfielder at Anfield

 

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Chelsea reject late Atletico approach for Costa
Chelsea have rejected a late bid from Atletico Madrid for striker Diego Costa, who the Spanish club want to take back to Madrid after just 18 months at Stamford Bridge.
Source: Daily Mirror

Man United join race for Musa
Manchester United have joined the deadline day race for CSKA Moscow attacker Ahmed Musa, who has a £22.8 million buy-out clause at the Russian club. Leicester City are also in the hunt for the Nigerian.
Source: Daily Mirror

Liverpool make late Cheryshev swoop
Liverpool are planning a late raid for Real Madrid winger Denis Cheryshev, with the Russian attacker out of favour a the Santiago Bernabeu.
Source: AS

Newcastle up Berahino bid
Eager to bolster their attacking options before the end of the January window, Newcastle have submitted a new £21 million bid for West Brom's Saido Berahino despite the Baggies' insistence the striker is not for sale.
Source: Sky Sports

Barca considering Mata swoop
With Nolito no longer an option, Barcelona are considering a move for Manchester United attacker Juan Mata. Reports claim Mata would be interested in a move to Camp Nou, but may have to wait until the summer.
Source: Don Balon

Newcastle: Siqueira off, Orban on
Atletico Madrid left-back Guilherme Siqueira has abandoned a proposed move to Newcastle, instead opting to join Valencia. The move, however, frees up Los Che left-back Lucas Orban for a move to St. James' Park.
Source: Football Espana

Martinez out for three weeks
Bayern Munich utility man Javi Martinez has injured his knee and will be out of action for up to three weeks.
Source: Sport Bild

Chelsea to move for Madrid's Mayoral
Real Madrid are keen to tie down Castilla striker Borja Mayoral to a new four-year contract due to interest from Premier League side Chelsea. The 18-year-old's current deal runs out in 18 months.
Source: Express

Doumbia arrives in Newcastle
Roma striker Seydou Doumbia will go through a medical on Sunday ahead of a loan move to Newcastle United.
Source: Sky Sports

Spurs warn Man Utd off Rose
Manchester United have watched Tottenham full-back Danny Rose four times, but their rivals have told them the defender is not for sale.
Source: The Sunday People

Glazer family demands Man Utd cuts
Manchester United have been told they need to cut costs in all departments by their owners, the Glazer family. It is expected budgets will be slashed by around 15 per cent.
Source: Express

Man City lead Stones chase
Manchester City are in pole position to sign centre-back John Stones from Everton as Chelsea's interest in the player has cooled.
Source: Mirror

Chelsea eye Griezmann
Chelsea have targeted Atletico Madrid attacker Antoine Griezmann as a potential target if Eden Harzard tries to force a move in the summer.
Source: The Daily Mail

Man Utd planning Spurs double swoop
Manchester United will make a move for Tottenham pair Harry Kane and Dele Alli, who have both excelled this season.
Source: Express

Niasse set for Everton move
Everton are ready to sign Locomotiv Moscow striker Oumar Niasse for £13.5 million. The 25-year-old has been watched by many top European sides in recent months.
Source: The Guardian

Marquinhos is Real Madrid's priority
Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Marquinhos has emerged as Real Madrid's No.1 target to sign in order to reinforce their defence before the end of the transfer window and start of theri transfer ban.
Source: Marca

Newcastle want Doumbia and Gomis
Newcastle are seeking to strengthen their attacking options and are set to move for both Roma's Seydou Doumbia AND Swansea's Bafetimbi Gomis.
Source: Le 10 Sport

Remy set for Leicester loan?
Chelsea striker Loic Remy is set to move on loan to Leicester, with only a few details of the transfer yet to be completed.
Source: Le 10 Sport

Atleti want Martinez-Costa swap
Atletico Madrid are keen to sign Chelsea striker Diego Costa before the end of the transfer window and will offer a package that includes Jackson Martinez in return.
Source: The Sun

Sunderland to pursue Ayew this summer
Sunderland will again attempt to sign Swansea City winger Andre Ayew in the summer after failing to acquire the 26-year-old in a £12m January deal.
Source: Daily Mail

 

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• Feb 3, 2016

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'Pep could sell Toure, Zabaleta and Nasri'
The Bayern Munich coach will replace Manuel Pellegrini as Manchester City manager at the end of the season and has been tipped to get rid of several players

Neville: No mistake signing Cheryshev
The Valencia boss says the club are well aware they can only use one of their new signings in the Europa League this season

'Door not shut' on Terry exit - Hiddink
The Blues captain went public on Sunday with his belief that his career at Stamford Bridge is being brought to an end but the interim manager is a little more hopeful

Fortune signs first pro Arsenal deal
The 17-year-old forward arrived at the club last summer in a reported £3 million double deal with Jeff Reine-Adelaide, who has made the step up the the Gunners first team

The best free agents XI
With the January transfer window having now shut, Goal takes a look at the best side made up of players who remain unattached

'Elneny not enough for Arsenal'
Gunners legend Paul Merson believes the club will be caught short up front in the race for the Premier League title if Olivier Giroud picks up an injury

Wenger 'surprised' by Austin's move
The 26-year-old completed his move to QPR in the January window, and the Arsenal boss admits he didn't think the striker would be available

'Pellegrini wants Premier League stay'
The Chilean is being replaced by Pep Guardiola this summer but his agent insists the 62-year-old is "crazy" for the competition

A quiet transfer window for PSG
Despite their lack of major business in January, the Ligue 1 leaders are on course for another title and will also be hoping for progress in the Champions League

Juventus looking to the future
It was a quiet January for the Old Lady, but Max Allegri's side are already eyeing a move for the Borussia Dortmund man - and some talented youngsters - in the summer window

Is Tasci good enough for Bayern?
The Bundesliga league leaders planned to steer clear of the January transfer market, but untimely injuries suffered by Javi Martinez and Jerome Boateng sparked them into action

Neymar won't join Madrid - Ronaldinho
The Brazil icon does not believe the Barcelona attacker will make the controversial move to their Spanish rivals despite rumours claiming he is a Blancos target

No money, no Nolito for Barcelona
The Catalans attempted to seal a loan deal for the striker but Celta Vigo held firm and Luis Enrique will now have to wait until the summer to bring in a forward

Bazoer: I want to join Barcelona
The 19-year-old is seen as one of Netherlands biggest talents and rejected the chance to join Napoli in January, hoping his next step is to the world and European champions

RUMOURS: Vardy set for new deal
The Foxes striker has played a key role in their rise this season, scoring 16 goals in the Premier League, and is in line for a significant pay rise at the King Power Stadium

Desailly expects Terry to stay
The centre-back has revealed he will not be signing a new deal, but the former Blues captain feels the story is still developing

Expect fireworks from Madrid in summer
Los Blancos did not make a single signing in the winter window, but the club are set for a busy July and August as they may be unable to register new players again until 2018

Pep arrival overshadows City window
Any City fans hoping for major January arrivals would have been left disappointed, but the promise of Guardiola, and his list of big-name targets, mean exciting times lay ahead

Chelsea stars given chance to shine
With Alexandre Pato and youngster Matt Miazga the only new arrivals at Stamford Bridge, the Blues' current crop of players have been given until the end of the season to impress

 

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Wenger blocked Debuchy-Utd loan
Manchester United had submitted a loan bid for wantaway Arsenal full-back Mathieu Debuchy, but Gunners boss Arsene Wenger categorically refused to strengthen a Premier League rival, with the defender ending up at Bordeaux.
Source: Mirror

Guardiola's Man City wages revealed
Once the Spanish coach takes over at the Etihad Stadium, Pep Guardiola will earn £21 million per year with Manchester City.
Source: The Sun

Pellegrini could make shock Chelsea move
Manuel Pellegrini will be replaced by Pep Guardiola at Manchester City at the end of the season, and Chelsea are eyeing him to fill their void, which is being temporarily filled by Guus Hiddink.
Source: Express

Garde could quit Villa
Remi Garde could quit Aston Villa after just three months in charge as the club failed to sign any of its transfer targets in January.
Source: The Telegraph

Pogba & Stones top Man City wishlist
Manchester City will move for Paul Pogba and John Stones this summer as the squad undergoes an overhaul under Pep Guardiola.
Source: Daily Mail

Yaya Toure's Man City future in doubt
Pep Guardiola's arrival at Manchester could spell the end of Yaya Toure's Manchester City career. Guardiola sold the midfielder while at Barcelona.
Source: The Sun

Man Utd step up Mourinho interest
Manchester United chief executive Ed Woodward has decided to replace Louis van Gaal at the end of the season, and Manchester City's move for Pep Guardiola has convinced him Jose Mourinho is the only man for the job.
Source: Daily Star

Man City will join £75m Lewandowski race
Manchester City will rival Real Madrid in the £75 million race to sign Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski in the summer.
Source: The Sun

Arsenal defender bid fails
Arsenal tried to sign Fulham wonderkid Ryan Sessegnon as part of a loan deal which would have seen Serge Gnabry move to Craven Cottage, but the Championship club rejected the offer.
Source: Daily Mirror

Terry receives Al Arabi offer
John Terry has been offered a huge pay day in the Middle East by Qatar outfit Al Arabi.
Source: Daily Mirror

Falcao set for Atletico Madrid return
Radamel Falcao has travelled to Madrid in the hope of sealing a late deal to Atletico. Chelsea want to cut the striker's loan short with talks between the two clubs and Monaco underway.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Guardiola to be given £150 million transfer budget
Pep Guardiola is set to be handed £150 million to sign new players when he takes over the reigns at Manchester City ahead of the 2016-17 season and will liase with director of football Txiki Begiristain on all transfer dealings.
Source: The Guardian

Man Utd move for Elabdellaoui
Manchester United are set to make a late bid for Olympiacos right-back Omar Elabdellaoui, though they face a race against time to beat the January deadline.
Source: talkSPORT

Schalke to offer Matip new deal
Schalke are set to offer Joel Matip a new deal in a bid to keep him from joining Liverpool. The Bundesliga outfit are offering to double his wages.
Source: Recklinghauser Zeitung

Southampton to make Oxlade-Chamberlain bid
Southampton are set to make a last-gasp loan bid to sign Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain before the end of the January window.
Source: The Sun

Bournemouth plotting £5m Defoe bid
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe is weighing up making a £5 million bid for Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe. The England international enjoyed a fruitful loan spell with the Cherries in the early days of his career.
Source: The Sun

Norwich in Sane talks
Norwich City are in advanced talks to sign Bordeaux defender Lamine Sane before the end of the January window.
Source: RMC

West Ham want Sturridge on loan
West Ham are looking to sign Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge on loan for the rest of the season.
Source: Brentwood Gazette

Barca target Mata
Barcelona are considering a summer move for Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata. Initial contact has been made between the Spanish champions and the 27-year-old's representatives.
Source: Daily Mail

West Brom reject Swansea loan bid for Chester
West Brom have rejected a loan bid from Swansea City for James Chester despite the Wales defender wanting first-team football ahead of Euro 2016.
Source: BBC

 

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RUMOURS: Man Utd 's £144m Neymar bid
Neymar Snr. reportedly revealed an unnamed club has made an offer of £144.4m for his son but insisted Barcelona's rivals Real Madrid were not the club responsible

RUMOURS: Mou close to Man Utd deal
The Portuguese coach is reportedly ready to sign on at Old Trafford and take on new Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola in the Premier League next season

Hamann: Prem will surprise Pep
The former Liverpool man feels the Bundesliga is a far more attractive league and believes English football is heading for a crisis

Montoya hits out at Inter treatment
The defender is keen to put his time at San Siro behind him and says he is looking forward to returning to action in La Liga

OFFICIAL: Middlesbrough sell Kike
The striker fell down the pecking order after the arrival of Jordan Rhodes, but will not be able to play for the Liga outfit until next season after missing the transfer deadline

Morrison rejected Serie B move
The 23-year-old has played only 53 minutes in Serie A this season but rejected the chance to join Salernitana on a temporary deal

RUMOURS: Ronaldinho snubs Leicester
The former Barcelona star - who is a free agent - was offered a deal to move to the King Power Stadium but is instead holding out for a big-money move to China

Club signs player over LinkedIn
Slovenian side Domzale used the career networking website to post an advert for a right-back before sealing a deal for the most impressive applicant

RUMOURS: Isco 'in the streets' with Rafa
The 23-year-old was reportedly unhappy with Rafa Benitez's reign and has privately admitted that he would be 'in the streets' if the Spaniard were still in charge

OFFICIAL: LA Galaxy sign De Jong
The Dutch midfielder left AC Milan on Monday and has signed a one-year deal worth around $500,000 to play for the new-look Galaxy, where he will team up with Steven Gerrard

RUMOURS: Guardiola to bid for Sane
The Schalke youngster has attracted interest from across Europe but the former Barcelona manager is set to target the 20-year-old as his first signing at the Etihad

Martinez explains Guangzhou move
Following his £31m move to the Chinese club on Tuesday, the former Atletico Madrid striker believes the deal suits all three parties

Top Chinese transfers of January
A number of big names have moved to China this winter, including the likes of Gervinho, Ramires and Fredy Guarin. Goal rounds up the biggest moves

RUMOURS: Atletico want Diego Costa
The Liga side are hopeful they will be able to use the cash recouped from the Colombian's sale to lodge an acceptable bid for their former striker

RUMOURS: Teixeira in €50m China move
Liverpool were close to agreeing a deal for the Brazilian but a report in Italy now claims that a move to the Chinese Super League is back on the table

RUMOURS: Wenger in tunnel bust-up
Arsenal's title bid faltered against Southampton at the Emirates Stadium and their manager could potentially find himself in hot water after a confrontation after full-time

RUMOURS: Toure in huge China move
Three clubs are said to be interested in making the Ivorian the third-highest paid player in the world if he decides to leave England following the arrival of Pep Guardiola

RUMOURS: Jackson set for China move
The striker is reportedly set to be the latest big name to move to China after Atletico Madrid accepted a big money bid from Guangzhou Evergrande

 

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• Feb 4, 2016

• #218

Manchester United ready world record £144 million Neymar bid
Manchester United are ready to make a world record £144 million for Barcelona star Neymar, with the player's father indicating that a mystery club had made an approach.
Source: The Sun

Mourinho close to Man Utd deal
Jose Mourinho is close to agreeing a deal to take over at Manchester United. The Portuguese coach will go head-to-head with his long-time rival Pep Guardiola, who is taking charge at Manchester City.
Source: Sky Sport Italia

Teixeira weighing up offer from China
Liverpool target Alex Teixeira is weighing up an offer from Chinese outfit Jiansu Suning, who are willing to pay his €50 million release clause. Guangzhou Evergrande are also interested in the Shakhtar Donetsk forward.
Source: Globoesporte

Begovic considering Chelsea future
Asmir Begovic is considering his future at Chelsea after being left out of the Blues's FA Cup tie with MK Dons.
Source: The Sun

Dortmund turn down €12m Ramos bid
Borussia Dortmund turned down an offer worth more than €12 million (£9.1m) offer from Beijing Guoan for striker Adrian Ramos. Club management decided to avoid an argument with coach Thomas Tuchel over his sale.
Source: Sport Bild

Ronaldinho rejected Leicester move
Ronaldinho turned down the chance to join Leicester City in the hope that he will be able to secure a big-money move to China.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Atletico to re-sign Diego Costa
Using the money they recouped from the sale of Jackson Martinez, Atletico Madrid will try to re-sign Chelsea's Diego Costa in the summer transfer window.
Source: Marca

Pep wants former United coach
Pep Guardiola will find room in his Manchester City coaching staff for the club's current assistant Brian Kidd, who also worked under Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Guardiola to sign Sane at City
Incoming Manchester City boss will attempt to make 20-year-old Schalke attacker his first signing after taking over at the Etihad.
Source: Daily Star

Stones prefers Manchester move
Everton defender John Stones, linked with practically every club in Europe's elite, would prefer to stay close to his family in the English north west, putting Manchester City and rivals United in the driving seat to sign the 21-year-old.
Source: The Times

Yaya Toure could earn £30m per season in China
Yaya Toure could earn £30 million (€39.5m) a season by leaving Manchester City for the Chinese Super League this summer, with three clubs said to be interested.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Jackson Martinez to join Guangzhou Evergrande
Jackson Martinez is set to join Chinese outfit Guangzhou Evergrande after a disappointing first six months at the Vicente Calderon.
Source: Cadena SER

Wenger blocked Debuchy-Utd loan
Manchester United had submitted a loan bid for wantaway Arsenal full-back Mathieu Debuchy, but Gunners boss Arsene Wenger categorically refused to strengthen a Premier League rival, with the defender ending up at Bordeaux.
Source: Mirror

Guardiola's Man City wages revealed
Once the Spanish coach takes over at the Etihad Stadium, Pep Guardiola will earn £21 million per year with Manchester City.
Source: The Sun

Pellegrini could make shock Chelsea move
Manuel Pellegrini will be replaced by Pep Guardiola at Manchester City at the end of the season, and Chelsea are eyeing him to fill their void, which is being temporarily filled by Guus Hiddink.
Source: Express

Garde could quit Villa
Remi Garde could quit Aston Villa after just three months in charge as the club failed to sign any of its transfer targets in January.
Source: The Telegraph

Pogba & Stones top Man City wishlist
Manchester City will move for Paul Pogba and John Stones this summer as the squad undergoes an overhaul under Pep Guardiola.
Source: Daily Mail

Yaya Toure's Man City future in doubt
Pep Guardiola's arrival at Manchester could spell the end of Yaya Toure's Manchester City career. Guardiola sold the midfielder while at Barcelona.
Source: The Sun

Man Utd step up Mourinho interest
Manchester United chief executive Ed Woodward has decided to replace Louis van Gaal at the end of the season, and Manchester City's move for Pep Guardiola has convinced him Jose Mourinho is the only man for the job.
Source: Daily Star

Man City will join £75m Lewandowski race
Manchester City will rival Real Madrid in the £75 million race to sign Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski in the summer.
Source: The Sun

 

RobertZieler

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• Feb 9, 2016

• #219

The end's in sight for Ronaldo at Madrid
The Portuguese picked up his third Pichichi prize at an event in the capital on Monday, but admitted he doesn't know how long he will remain at the Santiago Bernabeu

RUMOURS: PSG want Busquets
The French club tried to sign the Barcelona midfielder for €100 million last summer and have not been put off by the outright rejection from both club and player

RUMOURS: Pep wants BuLi star at City
Mahmoud Dahoud could be heading to the Etihad Stadium in the summer after reportedly impressing the incoming manager with his performances for Borussia Monchengladbach

'Chinese club will break $100m barrier'
The Chinese Super League transfer record has been broken four times in the last month and one of the division's current stars expects that trend to continue

RUMOURS: Bayern join Hernandez race
The former Manchester United striker has been linked with Arsenal and Liverpool, but Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly keen to sign the Mexico international this summer

RUMOURS: LVG to quit if MUFC miss CL
The Dutchman is feeling the pressure but will only leave if the Red Devils fail to qualify for Europe's elite competition at the end of the current season

Terry: No talks with Chelsea
The captain says he made it very clear to the club he wants to stay at Stamford Bridge after this season but admits there has been no dialogue about a potential new deal

Guardiola reinvented football - Alaba
The Allianz Arena will soon be without the Catalan coach, and one of his top performers has reflected on the coach's massive impact on the club and the players

'Pep can bring stars like Messi to City'
The Spaniard is being tipped to sign superstars when he moves to the Etihad with his arrival set to tempt players to move to the Premier League due to the respect he commands

Bebe's Man Utd contract leaked
The Portuguese was an unmitigated disaster at Old Trafford after joining the club for a fee of £7.4 million and the full extent of his unspectacular stay has now been revealed

RUMOURS: City eye Neymar & Busquets
Sergio Busquets and Neymar are both targets for the Manchester City manager-in-waiting, with a £150 million double bid in the offing, according to reports

RUMOURS: Remy wanted in China
The Chinese Super League have been flexing their considerable financial muscle in recent weeks and have now lined up a move for the out-of-favour Chelsea striker

RUMOURS: Man City's Pep successor
The Spanish coach has not even taken over at the Etihad Stadium yet, his reign not beginning until July, but already the club are planning for his eventual departure

Ex-Utd boss Moyes offered China job
The 52-year-old says he expects to return to management in the 2016-17 season having taking time off since his departure from Real Sociedad

RUMOURS: Suarez is Pep's No.1 target
The Bayern Munich boss will not arrive in England until the summer but has already begun planning a squad overhaul - starting with the in-form Barcelona striker

Lavezzi set for Shanghai move
The Argentina star is close to becoming the latest player to head to China, with Super League clubs having already snapped up the likes of Jackson Martinez, Ramires and Gervinho

Allegri plays down Chelsea rumours
The Juve boss has played down speculation linking him with the Blues job at the end of the season and reiterated he is happy at the club

OFFICIAL: Kakuta completes China move
The 24-year-old only joined the Spanish club last summer but has played just 47 minutes in La Liga this season

Hazard: I want to play under Zidane
The Belgium international insists he is happy to stay at Chelsea but admits he is flattered by the praise from the Real Madrid boss

 

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• Feb 9, 2016

• #220

PSG to go back for Busquets
After failing to sign him last summer, Paris Saint-Germain will revive their interest in Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets at the end of the season. Laurent Blanc prefers the holding midfielder to Paul Pogba.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Szczesny to return to Arsenal
Roma have told Arsenal they will not be making a move to sign Wojciech Szczesny on a permanent basis this summer.
Source: The Independent

Man Utd and Man City join race for Dahoud
Manchester United and Manchester City are seriously interested in Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Mahmoud Dahoud. Juventus also made an enquiry regarding the 20-year-old in January.
Source: Bild

Champions League key to LVG future
Louis van Gaal will only leave Manchester United at the end of the season if the Red Devils fail to qualify for the Champions League.
Source: Fichajes

Bayern weighing up Hernandez move
Bayern Munich's incoming manager Carlo Ancelotti is weighing up making a summer bid for Bayer Leverkusen striker Javier Hernandez.
Source: Fichajes.net

Shanghai Shenhua want Ibrahimovic
Shanghai Shenhua are hopeful of luring Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to China and want him to join fellow PSG forward Ezequiel Lavezzi at the club.
Source: Le Parisien

Man City to battle for Mane
Manchester City are set to battle Manchester United for Southampton winger Sadio Mane in the summer transfer window.
Source: The Sun

Leicester to make £23m Musa bid
Leicester City will make a £23 million summer offer for CSKA Moscow striker Ahmed Musa having missed out on the forward in January.
Source: Daily Mirror

PSG very keen on Arnautovic
Paris Saint-Germain are seriously weighing up a move for Stoke City's Marko Arnautovic and see him as a replacement for Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Source: Fichajes.net

Roma decide against Szczesny deal
Roma have decided against keeping Wojciech Szczesny on a permanent basis at the end of the season and he will return to Arsenal.
Source: Daily Mirror

River Plate open Demichelis talks
River Plate have opened talks with Manchester City over a possible deal to bring Martin Demichelis back to Argentina.
Source: Fichajes.net

Man City already lining up Pep successor
Pep Guardiola has not even begun his Manchester City reign yet, but the club are already planning for life without the Spaniard. Ferran Soriano and Txiki Begiristain are hoping former youth coach Patrick Vieira will take over in three years' time.
Source: Daily Express

Leicester join Dembele race
Leicester City have joined Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Southampton in the race to sign 18-year-old Rennes winger Ousmane Dembele, tipped to be France's next top talent.
Source: The Daily Mail

Neville on the brink at Valencia
Gary Neville has two games to save his position at Valencia. If the former Man Utd man can get the team playing well, he will be permitted to see out the season with Los Che.
Source: Mirror

Spurs get first refusal on Berahino
Tottenham are said to be offered first refusal on West Brom striker Saido Berahino in the summer transfer window.
Source: Mirror

Van Gaal against China tour
Manchester United are planning a lucrative summer trip to China against the wishes of manager Louis van Gaal, who believes the climate and travelling will negatively affect his players.
Source: Mirror

Eriksen set for three-year extension
Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen is set to be awarded for his performances with a three-year contract extension with the White Hart Lane club.
Source: Mirror

Bilic to be offered West Ham extension
West Ham are said to be impressed enough with Slaven Bilic's results since taking over that they are preparing a contract that would keep the Croatian at the club until 2021.
Source: Mirror

Pep wants Neymar and Busquets
Manchester City are said to be preparing a £150 million double swoop for Neymar and Sergio Busquets as Pep Guardiola prepares to transform the squad in the summer.
Source: Mirror

Carrick set for coaching role
Michael Carrick is set to be offered a one-year extension with Manchester United, included in which will be an option to take on a coaching role at the Old Trafford club.
Source: Mirror