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Kroos refuses to rule out Bayern exit
The midfielder reveals there have been talks over his possible contract extension, but is reluctant to commit his long-term future to the Bavarian giants


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Corinthians refuse to rule out Pato sale to Tottenham or Arsenal
A club director has stated that it would be difficult to sell the former AC Milan striker to another Brazilian side, suggesting he could move to the Premier League in January


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Moggi: AC Milan no longer the right club for Balotelli
The former Juventus director feels that the Rossoneri no longer have the necessary quality to get the best out of their star forward


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'Several clubs want Banega' - agent
Marcelo Simonian has claimed that his client is in demand and that the 25-year-old midfielder could leave Valencia during the January transfer window


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Pastore agent rules out Napoli move
The Partenopei have been heavily linked with a move for Argentine during the January transfer window but the former Palermo playmaker's representative says he is going nowhere


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I've no issue with Bale's transfer fee, insists Rummenigge
The former West Germany international feels Real Madrid have proven that they have the money to fund such lucrative moves despite financial problems for many European clubs


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Benitez: Napoli still only at 75 per cent
The Spanish coach says there is much more to come from his side and admitted he would welcome some new signings during the January transfer window


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Quagliarella tight-lipped on new Juventus deal
It has been rumoured that the 30-year-old forward could pen a contract extension that would see him finish his career in Turin, but he insists his focus is currently Real Madrid


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Ravanelli sacked by Ajaccio
The Juventus legend only arrived at the Stade Francois Coty during the summer but he has been sent packing after a run of four successive defeats


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Manchester City step up Otamendi pursuit
Club scout Rob Newman was last week dispatched to Portugal, where he watched the Argentina centre-half and long-term target Eliaquim Mangala against Sporting Lisbon


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Villas-Boas eager to keep Defoe
The out-of-favour England striker has been linked with a move to join former team-mate Ryan Nelsen at Toronto in recent times, but his manager insists he is going nowhere


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Arsenal abandon Suarez interest
Arsene Wenger has turned his attention to other striker targets after admitting last summer's move for the Uruguayan was ill-judged


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Everton not forced to sell Baines, says Martinez
The Spaniard insists the club have control over who leaves Goodison Park and believes players being linked with a move away is a positive thing

 

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City and Real Madrid look to Sergi Roberto
Sergi Roberto continues to be marginalised at Barcelona and Tottenham, Liverpool and Milan are looking at him. Manchester City and Real Madrid are paying particularly close attention, though.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Pepe Reina will cost €5m
Pepe Reina is set to move to Napoli from Liverpool on a permanent basis for just €5 million. Half will be paid next summer and the other portion in 2015.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Napoli want Porto's Fernando
Fernando's contract with Porto is up next summer and Rafael Benitez wants him at Napoli. He is likely to make his move in January so a Bosman deal can be agreed.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Arsenal & Tottenham chase Pato
Corinthians striker Alexandre Pato could move to either Arsenal or Tottenham in the January transfer window after a club director refused to rule out selling the 24-year-old
Source: Sky Sports

Toronto keen on Gilardino
Canadian club Toronto want to take the striker in January. They are prepared to pay €6 million to Genoa and offer Gilardino €3m-per-season.
Source: La Gazzetta dello Sport

Dortmund concerned over Reus' release clause
Borussia Dortmund want to find a way to pay off Marco Reus' release clause, which currently means he can leave the club for €35 million until summer 2015.
Source: Bild

Aguero wanted by Bayern Munich
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich are interested in signing Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero next summer.
Source: The People

Hull & Stoke eye Bendtner
Both Hull City and Stoke are interested in signing Nicklas Bendtner in January, with the Dane looking likely to leave Arsenal during the transfer window.
Source: Daily Mirror

Kinnear made move for Newcastle loanee
Newcastle director of football Joe Kinnear made enquiries to sign Shane Ferguson - the Magpies youngster on loan at Birmingham City - while on a scouting trip, according to reports.
Source: The People

Bellamy a contender for Wales job
Cardiff City striker Craig Bellamy could replace Chris Coleman as Wales boss, with the former Fulham manager's future in doubt.
Source: Daily Mail

Barca to extend Dani Alves contract
Barcelona are preparing to renew Dani Alves' contract, extending it beyond the current 2015 expiration.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Chelsea not open to Mata sale
Chelsea are not willing to sell Juan Mata in January. Paris Saint-Germain are interested in a move for the 25-year-old midfielder.
Source: Daily Express

Man Utd end Lewandowski chase
Manchester United have ended their attempts to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Lewandowski.
Source: Daily Star

Anderson’s Porto move hits snag
Anderson’s proposed move to Porto has hit a stumbling block after the Portuguese champions told Manchester United that they can’t afford the midfielder’s wages.
Source: Daily Mail

Valencia prepare €8m Ba bid
Valencia are preparing a €8 million bid for Chelsea striker Demba Ba.
Source: Metro

Liverpool keen on Iturbe
Liverpool are considering a bid for Porto midfielder Juan Iturbe. The 20-year-old is currently on loan at Verona.
Source: Daily Express


 

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Boateng: I joined Schalke for family and sporting reasons
The 26-year-old Ghanaian surprised many by swapping Milan for Gelsenkirchen but he explains that he left to be closer to his son and to line out for a 'great club'


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I've made up my mind, reveals Lewandowski
The Poland international has attracted the interest of a number of big teams from across Europe as he's available on a free transfer next year


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Dortmund cannot run like robots - Subotic
The Schwarzgelben defender hailed the mentality that Jurgen Klopp has forged at Signal Iduna Park, while insisting he has no intention of leaving the club


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Madrid ready to step up Suarez chase
The Spanish giants have expressed an informal interest in the Liverpool striker although a January swoop is unlikely due to both financial reasons & the Reds' reluctance to sell


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Monaco have made Valdes approach, claims Giuly
The experienced goalkeeper has been linked with a number of clubs, but the Ligue 1 side have seemingly already taken the first step

 

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Dortmund join race for ter Stegen
Borussia Dortmund might also be interested in signing Borussia Monchengladbach's keeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who is said to be on Barcelona's radar. Ter Stegen's agent confirmed indirectly: "A few top clubs are interested."
Source: Bild

Hildebrand set for Schalke exit
Schalke goalkeeper Timo Hildebrand is set to leave Schalke next summer after losing his status as the undisputed No.1. Eintracht Frankfurt's Kevin Trapp or Fortuna Dusseldorf's Fabian Giefer could replace him.
Source: Sport Bild

Dortmund sign Polish talent Dawidowicz

Borussia Dortmund are set to sign Pawel Dawidowicz of Lechia Gdansk. The 19-year-old will join the club's academy for now, but will be groomed to replace captian Sebastian Kehl.
Source: 4-4-2

United want Moreno to replace Evra
Manchester United are looking at Sevilla starlet Alberto Moreno to replace Patrice Evra, who is unlikely to extend his Old Trafford contract.
Source: Various

Julian Brandt joins Leverkusen
Wolfsburg starlet Julian Brandt will join Bayer Leverkusen in the summer of 2014 on a five-year deal, with the Werkself seeing off competition from Schalke, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.
Source: Sport Bild

Napoli looking at Reveillere

A summer target of Marseille, Anthony Reveillere could be on the verge of a move to Napoli. Rafa Benitez is said to have contacted the right-back on Sunday.
Source: Mercato365

Liverpool in race for Iturbe
Liverpool are in a race with Inter and Verona to sign Porto's 20-year-old winger Juan Manuel Iturbe.
Source: talkSPORT

Tottenham consider Coentrao bid

Tottenham are considering a January bid for Real Madrid full-back Fabio Coentrao.
Source: Daily Mail

Messi refused Real Madrid, Bayern & Chelsea
Barcelona star Lionel Messi rejected a move to either Real Madrid, Bayern Munich or Chelsea over the summer, with sponsor Adidas eager to see him move to a club whose kits they manufacture.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Blanc could extend PSG contract

PSG owners QSI appreciate the results, tactics and management of Blanc, who has good relationships with key players. The coach of the French champions could extend his contract in the coming weeks.
Source: L'Equipe

Liverpool, Chelsea & City want Feyenoord youngster
Feyenoord's 15-year-old Rashaan Fernandes played very well in the international youth tournament Val de Marne. Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City are hoping the youngster will leave Rotterdam for their youth academies.
Source: Algemeen Dagblad

PSG join race for Rodney Kongolo

Man City, Man United, Liverpool and Juve were already monitoring in 15-year-old Feyenoord star Rodney Kongolo. Kongolo impressed in the Val de Marne tournament and now PSG and Olympique Marseille are also interested.
Source: Algemeen Dagblad

Scouts from Barca & Madrid watch Zivkovic
FC Groning striker made his first appearance in the starting line up at FC Groningen on Sunday. The 17-year-old already scored four times in 12 matches this season.
Source: Voetbal International

Wenger stalls contract talks

Arsene Wenger will not sign a contract extension until after Arsenal have qualified for the next round of the Champions League.
Source: Daily Mail

Liverpool & Tottenham in race for Roberto
Liverpool and Tottenham are battling to sign Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto.
Source: Daily Star

Arsenal & Liverpool set to be dealt Montoya blow

Barcelona defender defender Martin Montoya is set to snub interest from Arsenal and Liverpool and sign a new deal with the Spanish club.
Source: Daily Star

Cabaye targeted by Roma
Newcastle United midfielder Yohan Cabaye are lining up a £12 million bid for Yohan Cabaye.
Source: Daily Mirror

Chelsea track Markovic & Delgado
Chelsea are monitoring Benfica's 19-year-old winger Lazar Markovic and Inter midfielder Pedro Delgado.
Source: Daily Mirror

Napoli join Everton in Fernando pursuit
Napoli have entered the race with Everton to sign Porto midfielder Fernando.
Source: talkSPORT

Berahino wanted by Monaco

West Brom striker Saido Berahino is being targeted by Monaco.
Source: Daily Mirror

Karanka in running for Crystal Palace job
Aitor Karanka is in the running to become Crystal Palace’s next manager. The 40-year-old was Jose Mourinho’s assistant at Real Madrid.
Source: The Independent

Chelsea target new striker in January

Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho is growing increasingly impatient with his forwards at Chelsea and is considering buying a new one in the winter transfer window. The one condition will be that he can play in the Champions League this season.
Source: The Daily Mail

Man Utd want Mangala and Otamendi

David Moyes is impatient with his Manchester United defence. As a result, he is searching for new players. He has taken particular interest in Eliaquim Mangala and Nicolas Otamendi from Porto. The combined transfer fee would be about €76 million.
Source: Daily Star

 

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Official: Napoli sign Reveillere
The full-back, who parted company with Olympique Lyonnais in the summer, had been poised to join Olymique de Marseille but has now ended up at the San Paolo


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Llorente: Juventus do not want rid of me
The forward claims he is slowly adjusting to life in Turin, dismissing claims he could leave in January, and says a lot is at stake in this weekend's clash with Napoli


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No Gundogan to Madrid deal, claims father
The midfielder's advisor has dismissed reports linking the Germany international with Los Blancos and says he could renew his contract at Signal Iduna Park


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Ancelotti: Casillas' future is at Madrid
The Blancos boss says the club captain is going nowhere, despite Diego Lopez still being his No.1, and explained Isco and Angel Di Maria's absence from the first team


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Trapattoni denies Lazio link
The former Republic of Ireland boss has denied that he has been approached by the Biancocelesti, who have won just one of their last six league games


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Mourinho: We all know who Lewandowski will join
The 25-year-old has already confirmed that he will leave Signal Iduna Park at the end of the season and it has been reported that he has already agreed to join Bayern Munich

 

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Man Utd consider Khedira move
Manchester United are considering a £35 million January bid for Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira.
Source: Daily Mirror

Arsenal target Chicharito deal
Arsenal are considering a January move for Manchester United striker Chicharito.
Source: Daily Mail

Juventus following Thiago Motta
Thiago Motta has not yet reached an agreement for the renewal of the contract with PSG. Juventus are monitoring his situation and have already contacted the player's agent.
Source: Tuttosport

AC Milan target Nicolas Burdisso
AC Milan are keeping tabs on Roma defender Nicolas Burdisso as they are looking to strengthen their defence. The centre-back's current deal expires at the end of the season.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Balotelli heading for AC Milan exit

AC Milan could decide to cash in on Mario Balotelli as they are looking to sever ties with all players who are represented by Mino Raiola. The Rossoneri have set a €30 million asking price for the attacker.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Chelsea keen on Max Meyer

Chelsea are ready to offer around €15 million for Schalke's Max Meyer. The midfielder is under contract until 2017, although has an exit clause in that deal worth around €18m.
Source: Der Westen

Liverpool willing to loan out Sterling

Liverpool are willing to allow Raheem Sterling leave on loan in January but only if they can sign a replacement. Sporting Lisbon winger Diego Capel has been targeted by Brendan Rodgers.
Source: Daily Mirror

Offers for Andre Ayew and Nkoulou

Marseille have received offers for Andre Ayew and Nicolas Nkoulou. The Ghanaian has been approached by Premier League clubs. On the other hand, Arsenal, Napoli and Monaco want the centre-back.
Source: L'Equipe

Liverpool want Cabaye

Liverpool want to sign Yohan Cabaye from Newcastle as he fits the profile of midfielder that manager Brendan Rodgers is interested in.
Source: L'Equipe

Motta to pen new deal with PSG
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Thiago Motta looks set to sign a two-year extension with the French champions that will prolong his stay at Parc des Princes until 2017. Both parties said to be eager to reach an agreement.
Source: Mercato365

Gignac doesn't want to leave Marseille
In the midst of rumours that the French club want to offload the striker in January, Andre-Pierre Gignac wants to remain with Marseille for the foreseeable future.
Source: L'Equipe

Liverpool consider Capel deal

Liverpool are considering a £5 million move for Sporting Lisbon winger Diego Capel in January.
Source: Daily Mirror

Man City target Zivkovic

Manchester City are monitoring Groningen attacker Richairo Zivkovic. The 17-year-old has been labelled as the ’next Arjen Robben’.
Source: Daily Mirror


 

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Struggling Sampdoria sack Rossi
The 52-year-old, who only arrived in Genoa last December, is expected to be succeeded by either Sinisa Mihajlovic or Zdenek Zeman


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Alex in talks over new Paris Saint-Germain deal
The Brazilian centre-half is under contract until the summer of 2015 but he is keen to remain in the French capital for another "year or two"


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Ribery: Zidane wanted me at Madrid
The France international has admitted that his compatriot very nearly convinced him to move to the Santiago Bernabeu but insisted that he is now settled at Bayern Munich


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'Neymar has been spectacular' - Xavi
The veteran midfielder has praised the Brazilian for adapting quickly to life at Camp Nou, while revealing he has turned down the chance to leave the club on several occasions


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Paris Saint-Germain: Messi is too expensive
The Ligue 1 champions have dismissed suggestions they could bid for the Argentine following reports they were prepared to smash the world transfer record for his services


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Thiago Motta open to Paris Saint-Germain exit
The Italy international is happy at the Parc des Princes but would consider a move if he is not assured of his place in the first team


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Pastore: Monaco form not important
The 24-year-old playmaker claims his team are only concentrating on their own displays, also says that he feels fully vindicated in terms of his decision to move to France


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Defoe not leaving Tottenham, says Villas-Boas
The Spurs boss rules out an exit for the 31-year-old striker and says that he is happy for him to compete for a place up front with Roberto Soldado and Emmanuel Adebayor


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Negredo: I could see Messi moving to England
The Manchester City striker suggests that the Argentine superstar could "get bored" of La Liga and would not be surprised if he decided to try his luck in England


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'Reina had an agreement with Barcelona'
The goalkeeper's father Miguel has claimed the Spain international was set to join the Catalans in the summer but the move fell through when Victor Valdes opted to stay


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Moyes: Manchester United weren’t close to buying Ozil, we didn’t need him
The Scot says that the Red Devils were not interested in signing the Germany international as they already had similar players in the squad such as Shinji Kagawa and Wayne Rooney


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Hulk keen on Tottenham move
The Brazil international praised the tactical preparation of Andre Villas-Boas, his former coach at Porto, and admitted he would be keen to work with him again in the future


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Chicharito could leave Manchester United for a top Premier League team – Meulensteen
The former Red Devil believes the striker may consider his options if he remains a bit-part player at Old Trafford although he feels the Mexican would find it hard to leave

 

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Arsenal prepare £15m Ba bid

Arsenal are preparing a £15 million January bid for Chelsea striker Demba Ba.
Source: Daily Star

Dortmund ready to pay €22m for Dzeko
Borussia Dortmund are prepared to buy Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko in the summer for €22 million, with Robert Lewandowski set to leave the club.
Source: Dnevni Avaz

Maldini set for Milan role
Barbara Berlusconi is set to give a senior post to Paolo Maldini at AC Milan but the Rossoneri legend is also one of Paris Saint-Germain's candidates for the role of sporting director.
Source: L'Equipe

Zanetti set for new Inter deal

Inter skipper Javier Zanetti, who sealed his return to action on Sunday, is set to be offered a new deal, which would expire in 2015, as he approaches his 42nd birthday.
Source: Tuttosport

Napoli to make Fernando move

Napoli have identified Porto midfielder Fernando as the ideal midfield reinforcement and are ready to move for the Brazil in January, with his contract set to expire in the summer.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Liverpool set for Maxim bid
Liverpool are set to make a bid for Stuttgart youngster Alexandru Maxim in the January transfer window after he put in some fine performances for the Swabians.
Source: sabotagetimes.com

Liverpool enter race for Moussa Dembele

Liverpool have entered the race with Manchester United to sign Fulham’s 17-year-old striker Moussa Dembele.
Source: Daily Mirror

Maldini to meet PSG
The AC Milan legend has waited for a signal from Barbara Berlusconi, but with Adriano Galliani 'freezed' in his position until at least June, Maldini is being linked with a job at Paris Saint-Germain.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Real Madrid & Juventus want Motta

Thiago Motta still has not found an agreement with PSG directors over a new contract. The player admits that he could leave next summer, with Real Madrid and Juventus interested in him.
Source: L'Equipe

Arsenal set for €26m Benzema move
Arsenal are planning a €26 million (£22m) January move for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema.
Source: Sunday Mirror

Man City to sell Hart
Manuel Pellegrini is willing to offload Joe Hart and bring in Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes.
Source: Sunday People

Arsenal scout Schar

Arsenal are monitoring Basel centre-back Fabian Schar.
Source: Sunday People

Suarez scrapped his own £40m release clause

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez took out the £40 million release clause which would have seen him join Arsenal in the summer.
Source: Sunday People

Chelsea line up €24m-plus Moreno bid
Chelsea are lining up a bid in excess of €24 million (£20m) for Sevilla left-back Alberto Moreno.
Source: Sunday People

Arsenal & Liverpool in Rodriguez race
Arsenal and Liverpool are battling it out to sign Southampton forward Jay Rodriguez.
Source: Sunday Mirror

AC Milan also in race for Xabi Alonso
Xabi Alonso's contract at Real Madrid expires in the summer and AC Milan are amongst the teams who are interested in signing him.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Inzaghi primed to replace Allegri
AC Milan could sack Massimiliano Allegri if he fails to beat Chievo in Serie A on Sunday. Filippo Inzaghi is the man expected to replace the current Rossoneri coach, with Tassotti or Filippo Galli at his side.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Fiorentina & Inter want Gaston Ramirez
Serie A side Fiorentina and Inter are monitoring Southampton's Gaston Ramirez with a view to a January move for the unsettled Uruguayan.
Source: talkSPORT

Liverpool target January move for Konstantinos Mitroglou
Liverpool are contemplating a January move for Olympiakos forward Konstantinos Mitroglou. The Greek forward is available for €7 million with Brendan Rodgers keen to strengthen his side when the transfer window reopens.
Source: Daily Mirror


 

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Borussia Dortmund look to free agent Friedrich
The Germany international is currently training with the BVB as the club considers its defensive options following Neven Subotic's injury


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Malaga in talks with Yossi Benayoun
The former Chelsea and Liverpool midfielder is a free agent and could join the Spanish outfit after the club's general manager revealed that he was on their radar


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Javier Zanetti eyes new Inter deal
The veteran defender is hoping to secure a new deal to see out his playing days at San Siro and believes that the club can continue to compete for the title


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Bendtner must leave Arsenal, says Olsen
The Red and White boss believes that the Arsenal striker should seek a new club in order to ensure he is playing consistently


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Watzke: Dortmund could lose Reus because of release clause
Die Schwarzgelben have confirmed that the Germany international would be free to leave Signal Iduna Park should any interested party meet the fee specified in his contract


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Fluminense sack coach Luxemburgo
The former Brazil boss only arrived at the Maracana in July but he has proven unable to halt the Rio outfit's rapid decline, with the club currently 18th in the Brasileiro

 

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Manchester United to include Kagawa in Reus bid
Manchester United are planning a January bid for Borussia Dortmund forward Marco Reus in deal that could see Shinji Kagawa move in the opposite direction.
Source: The Times

Arsenal open talks with Mertesacker over new four-year deal
Arsenal have opened talks with Per Mertesacker over a new deal to avoid clubs targeting the German defender in the summer.
Source: Daily Star

Carrick set for new two-year deal at Manchester United
Michael Carrick is set to sign a new two-year contract extension at Manchester United. David Moyes is willing to offer the 32-year-old the deal despite the club's recent policy of only offering one-year extensions to players in their 30s.
Source: The Guardian

Iturbe on Roma radar

Roma are keen to add some more firepower to their squad and are considering making a move for Porto youngster Juan Iturbe, who's currently on loan at Verona.
Source: La Gazzetta dello Sport

Atletico Madrid keeping tabs on Roberto Firmino
Atletico Madrid are closely monitoring the situation of Hoffenheim forward Roberto Firmino as they want to add some more depth to their attack.
Source: 1899.me

Borussia Dortmund ponder Manuel Friedrich swoop
Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp sees Manuel Friedrich - who's been without a club ever since leaving Bayer Leverkusen during the summer - as a potential replacement to the injured Neven Subotic.
Source: Bild

Courtois delays Chelsea talks until after World Cup
Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has delayed contract talks with Chelsea until after the World Cup. The goalkeeper wants assurances he will be given the chance to be the No. 1 at Stamford Bridge and does not want another loan move.
Source: Daily Mail

Mourinho jibe sparked brawl
Jose Mourinho sparked a tunnel brawl after Chelsea's 2-2 draw with West Brom at Stamford Bridge. The Blues boss branded Jonas Olsson a "Mickey Mouse" player which sparked a confrontation involving 20 players.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Chelsea to make £60m Falcao move

Chelsea are set to bid £60m to bring Radamel Falcao to Stamford Bridge. Jose Mourinho will watch the striker on international duty against Belgium on Thursday before finalising a move for the Monaco forward.
Source: Daily Mirror

Arsenal, Manchester City & United line up Reus bids
Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United are all contemplating making January bids for Borussia Dortmund forward Marco Reus after the club revealed the existence of a release clause in his contract.
Source: Daily Star

Marco Fabian seeking Premier League move

Chivas forward Marco Fabian has long craved a move to Europe, and it could be to the Premier League — facilitated by none other than Tony Blair's son, Nicky, for 12 million euros.
Source: The Guardian

 

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De Bruyne should leave Chelsea, insists Wilmots
The Belgium coach believes the young playmaker would be better off leaving Stamford Bridge, and would like to see him at Schalke


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Llorente: I was ready to quit Juventus
The Spaniard has revealed that he was ready to leave Turin after a tough introduction to Italian football, but is happy to now have fought his way into the Bianconeri line-up


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Alex Song not expecting January return to Arsenal
The former Gunner says he wants to see out his contract at Barcelona, but admits he still watches Arsene Wenger's side and hopes they can win the Premier League title this season


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'Ter Stegen needs to make a decision'
Gladbach director Max Eberl wants the goalkeeper to choose between extending his contract at the club or moving away - with Barcelona reportedly interested


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I'm happy at Manchester City, insists Toure
The midfielder has dismissed suggestions he could leave the Premier League giants despite their inconsistent start to the season under Manuel Pellegrini


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Karanka unveiled as Middlesbrough boss
The former Real Madrid assistant coach replaces Tony Mowbray as the Championship side's manager, having agreed a two-and-a-half year contract at the Riverside Stadium


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Malaga rule out Caballero & Darder sales
Manchester City have been linked with a move for the goalkeeper in January but club director Vicente Casado is determined to keep the 32-year-old and the teenage midfielder

 

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Chelsea plot Imbula move
Chelsea continue to scout midfielder Giannelli Imbula and could make a £25 million move for the 21-year-old, who left Guingamp for Marseille in the summer.
Source: Daily Express

Juventus target Martial loan
Young Monaco striker Anthony Martial could be loaned out to Juventus in January as he wants more first team experience. He has been likened to Thierry Henry in the past.
Source: L'Equipe

Liverpool, Roma and Leverkusen eye Aogo
Liverpool, Roma and Leverkusen are all in the running to sign Dennis Aogo, a left-back who is currently on loan at Schalke from Hamburg.
Source: Bild

Lazio and Marseille want Gomis
Out of contract with Lyon in June, Bafetimbi Gomis could leave during the winter transfer window. Marseille are interested and so too are Lazio.
Source: Le 10 Sport

Juventus want Jeremy Menez in January
French attacker Jeremy Menez is out of favour with PSG and Juventus see him as the perfect player for a 4-3-3 system.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Three teams of London want Jackson Martinez

Chelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal are all competing to sign striker Jackson Martinez of Porto.
Source: Record

Barca & Madrid battle for Zuniga
Juan Camilo Zuniga has emerged as a target for both Real Madrid and Barcelona, with the Blaugrana looking for a pacey full-back and los Blancos hoping to replace Fabio Coentrao.
Source: Sport

Dempsey set for Premier League loan move

Former Fulham and Tottenham forward Clint Dempsey is set for a return to the Premier League. Seattle Sounders will loan the American in the MLS off-season with Fulham, Aston Villa & Everton all interested.
Source: Daily Mirror

Manchester United to make January move for Iniesta
Manchester United are set to make a January move for Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta with the champions monitoring a rift between the Spaniard and his employers at Camp Nou.
Source: Daily Mail

AC Milan want Santon to replace Abate
AC Milan are hoping to sign Davide Santon from Newcastle to replace Ignazio Abate who is a target for Arsenal.
Source: Daily Express

Dortmund want Dzeko to replace Lewandowski

Borussia Dortmund are willing to splash out €18 million on Manchester City forward Edin Dzeko. Jurgen Klopp is looking for a star striker to replace the outgoing Robert Lewandowski, with Bayern Munich his likely destination.
Source: The Daily Mail

Man Utd enter race for Falcao

Manchester United have entered the race to sign Monaco forward Radamel Falcao. David Moyes has €100 million at his disposal and has made the Colombian, who Real Madrid and Chelsea also want, his No.1 target.
Source: Daily Star

Borussia Dortmund interested in Diego Costa

Dortmund are still seeking replacement for Lewandowski, who is expected to join Bayern Munich in summer. Atletico's Diego Costa could be the ideal player to replace him.
Source: Sport Bild

Mancini wants John Terry at Galatasaray
Roberto Mancini is keen to bring Chelsea captain John Terry to Galatasaray and is prepared to match his £150,000 a week wages.
Source: The Sun

Liverpool to move for Lallana
Liverpool are considering a move for Southampton midfielder Adam Lallana as they attempt to strengthen their squad with the hope of finishing in the top four.
Source: Daily Star


 

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Manchester United will seal a £16m move for Everton and England left-back Leighton Baines, 28, in January after failing to sign him during the summer. (Daily Mirror)

Juventus have proposed a swap deal to take striker Luis Suarez, 26, after learning that his club Liverpool want midfielder Claudio Marchisio, 27, and defender Leonardo Bonucci, 26. (Daily Express)

Arsenal and Chelsea are on alert after West Brom striker Saido Berahino, 20, saw talks stall over a new contract. (Daily Mirror)

Chelsea and Manchester United have been given hope in their chase for Real Madrid's former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso, 31. (Daily Star)

Tottenham representatives are in Brazil attempting to strike a deal for Santos winger Neilton, 19, who has been dubbed "the new Neymar". (Daily Mail)

Galatasaray will try to tempt Chelsea captain John Terry, 32, away from Stamford Bridge with a multi-million-pound three-year deal. (Daily Mail)

Manchester United are tracking Sporting Lisbon defender Mauricio, 25, with a view to making a formal move next summer. (Daily Mirror)


 

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Ancelotti rules out signing Khedira replacement
It had been suggested that los Blancos might try to strengthen their injury-hit midfield during the winter break but the Italian coach feels he has the strength in depth to cope


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Aguero: I want to be the best player in the world
The 25-year-old forward wants to be remembered alongside Lionel Messi as one of the greatest footballers of all time and insists he is not considering leaving Manchester City


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Holtby agent rules out Tottenham exit
The former Schalke playmaker had been linked with a move to Roma earlier in the season but insists is enjoying life in London and is committed to helping Spurs


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Alderweireld urges Courtois to leave Chelsea
The Belgium international feels it would benefit his compatriot if he were to leave the Europa League holders permanently having impressed on loan in La Liga


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Bendtner: I want to play for Real Madrid or Barcelona next
When asked where he could see himself playing next following Denmark's friendly victory over Norway, the Arsenal striker revealed he is looking to join one of Spain's giants


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Elber: I told Bayern to sign Neymar
The former Roten attacker claims he advised the Bavarians to snap up his compatriot when he was still a relatively-unknown teenager at Santos


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Hazard: De Bruyne should leave Chelsea
The Belgium international feels his compatriot might be better off quitting Stamford Bridge in search of regular football, particularly with a World Cup on the horizon


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Conca set for Fluminense return
The Argentine midfielder will go back to his former club in January after helping Chinese outfit Guangzhou Evergrande to three domestic titles and the AFC Champions League


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Pjanic: I won't leave Roma in January
The Giallorossi midfielder has been linked with a number of Premier League clubs and Zenit but says he is committed to the Serie A leaders for the foreseeable future


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Strootman on course to join Manchester United, says Advocaat
The former PSV boss believes the 23-year-old's performances for Roma this season have put him in the shop window for 'teams of the calibre' of the Premier League champions


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Seaman concerned over Hart’s future at Manchester City
The Arsenal legend believes Manuel Pellegrini should have shown more faith in the 26-year-old shot-stopper, who is currently second choice to Costel Pantilimon


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Cissokho wants Liverpool stay
The former Olympique Lyonnais defender admits he wants to remain on Merseyside for the foreseeable future and hopes he can help the club return to the Champions League


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Anderlecht reject chance to sign Sissoko
The Belgian outfit have turned down the chance to sign the former Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder following a two-week trial


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Capello close to extending Russia contract
The former England coach has reached an agreement in principle to extend his contract with the Russian FA to 2018


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Ter Stegen not too young for Barcelona, says Dominguez
The Spanish defender is in no doubt that the goalkeeper would prove a big hit at Camp Nou, even though he is hoping that the 21-year-old stays with Die Fohlen for now


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Wilmots recommends Schalke to De Bruyne
The former Konigsblauen star feels it would be in the attacking midfielder's best interests to seek a loan move away from Stamford Bridge in order to be ready for the World Cup


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I won't abandon Nigeria, insists Keshi
Despite more lucrative offers to coach elsewhere, the 51-year-old insists he will not leave his post with the Super Eagles due to the pride he feels at the helm of the side


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Bendtner reiterates desire to leave Arsenal
The Denmark international, who has grown frustrated with the furore surrounding his future, hopes to leave the club in January and insists money will play no part in his decision


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Lampard to decide Chelsea future after World Cup
The veteran midfielder hopes to do as well as possible with England in Brazil before committing to his next step, his latest deal at Stamford Bridge due to expire in the summer


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Dani Alves: I will not retire at Barcelona
The Brazil international has revealed that he aims to end his professional career at Bahia, where he plied his trade before his move to Europe

 

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Aguero wants to team up with Messi

Spanish publication Sport claims Sergio Aguero's dream is to play alongside Lionel Messi at Barcelona.
Source: Sport

Arsenal & Borussia Dortmund battle for Dzeko
Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund are set to battle it out to sign Edin Dzeko from Manchester City. The striker will leave the Etihad in January with the Bundesliga side keen to sign Dzeko as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.
Source: Daily Star

Chelsea monitoring Wolfsburg's Rodriguez
Chelsea are said to be keeping tabs on Wolfsburg's 21-year-old Swiss left-back Ricardo Rodriguez. The defender has been earmarked to come onboard as Ashley Cole's understudy at Stamford Bridge.
Source: Kicker

Roma want Pastore in January
Playing very little at Paris Saint-Germain, Javier Pastore is being monitored by Roma who are hopeful of a January swoop for the 24-year-old attacker.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Varane may start against Ukraine
Real Madrid's Rafael Varane has recovered from a knee injury and should be available to start for France against Ukraine on Tuesday. Varane looks set to replace the suspended Laurent Koscielny.
Source: Le Parisien

Newcastle & Aston Villa lead chase for Dembele

Newcastle and Aston Villa are amongst a number of Premier League clubs who are interested in signing Tottenham midfielder Mousa Dembele. Southampton, Cardiff and Swansea are also in the hunt for the former Fulham man.
Source: Daily Express

Newcastle want Zaha on loan
Newcastle United are lining up a January loan move for Manchester United winger Wilfried Zaha.
Source: Sunday Mirror

Chelsea watch Alberto Moreno
Mick Doherty, a Chelsea scout, has followed left-back Alberto Moreno in his recent games both with Sevilla and the Spanish national team.
Source: ABC

Bayern Munich to sign Steven Ribery
Bayern Munich have tested the 19-year-old brother of Franck Ribery, Steven, and are now ready to sign him.
Source: L'Equipe

Chelsea to include Torres in Falcao offer
Chelsea are set to bid for Monaco striker Radamel Falcao and are willing to include Fernando Torres in any offer to help tempt the French side to part with their Colombian striker.
Source: Daily Express

Manchester City to bid for Sergio Ramos
Manchester City are keen to strengthen their defence by signing Sergio Ramos from Real Madrid. Manuel Pellegrini's men will offer €39 million (£32.5m) for the Spain international who has a €49m (£41m) buyout clause in his contract.
Source: Sunday People

Sir Alex Ferguson tried to sign Alexis Sanchez for Manchester United

Sir Alex Ferguson had two opportunities to sign Alexis Sanchez for Manchester United before he moved to Barcelona, and also after his first season at the Camp Nou, but missed out on the Chilean on both occasions.
Source: Sunday People

Pellegrini wants Julio Cesar at Manchester City
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini is keen to bring QPR goalkeeper Julio Cesar to the Etihad in January to replace Joe Hart.
Source: Daily Telegraph

Real Madrid give up on Suarez and turn to Aguero
Real Madrid are set to turn their attentions to signing Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero after giving up on luring Luis Suarez from Liverpool. Los Blancos are preparing a €54 million (£45m) bid for the Argentine who they feel is a better fit.
Source: Daily Star

Newcastle to swoop for Luuk de Jong
Luuk de Jong looks set to leave Borussia Monchengladbach on loan in January, with Newcastle thought to be interested in the striker's services.
Source: Daily Star

Barca set to move for Lewandowski or Aguero

Barcelona are eager to bolster their forward options with a move for either Robert Lewandowski of Borussia Dortmund or Manchester City's Sergio Aguero next summer.
Source: Sport

Juventus line up Mandzukic

Juventus director Beppe Marotta has sounded out Bayern Munich over a potential move for Mario Mandzukic, who would cost the Bianconeri at least €20 million.
Source: Tuttosport

Rooney talks put on hold
Manchester United are holding off on re-negotiating Wayne Rooney's contract until the end of the season. Rooney's current deal expires in 2015 and the club are in no rush to tie him down.
Source: Daily Mirror

Man Utd to sign Baines in January

Manchester United will finally complete their move for long-term target Leighton Baines in January for £16 million.
Source: Daily Mirror


 

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Balotelli: I'm happy at AC Milan
The Italy international has admitted that he is frustrated by the fact that he is not allowed to lead a normal life, but he has denied wanting to quit the Rossoneri


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Agent: Gomis nearing Premier League switch
The France international had been heavily linked with Roma and Lazio, but his representative has revealed that he is in talks with "several" English clubs


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Manchester United enter Draxler race
The Schalke youngster has attracted interest from Europe's biggest clubs in recent months and the English champions have now joined the chase


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Mihajlovic leaves Serbia for Sampdoria
The 44-year-old has left his post with the national team some 18 months after taking charge in order to return to Serie A


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Lewandowski better than Mandzukic, says Beckenbauer
The Germany legend feels the current Borussia Dortmund striker would be an "upgrade" on the striking options at the Allianz Arena and is eager for the club to sign him


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Rummenigge: Bayern won't be active in January
The two-time European Footballer of the Year is adamant that there will be no changes during the winter transfer window as he is content with the status quo at the club


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Manchester City made a 'mistake' by not signing Pogba, says Vieira
The World Cup-winning midfielder, who played for both City and Juventus, believes the Etihad Stadium outfit missed a trick by not recruiting the "extraordinary" 20-year-old


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Ancelotti rules out Pirlo-Alonso exchange deal
The former Paris Saint-Germain coach has stressed that the Spain international remains a key player for Madrid and is not interested in a swap for the Juventus veteran


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Aldridge: Liverpool must keep Suarez
The former Anfield striker has urged the club not to sell the Uruguay international, who is the Premier League's joint top scorer despite missing five games through suspension


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Barcelona confirm Ter Stegen & Reina interest
The Liga leaders have revealed they are confident of announcing a long-term replacement for Victor Valdes in January having entered "advanced negotiations" with certain players


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Why Deschamps must not be sacked if France fail to qualify for the World Cup
With potential successors thin to non-existent, and the players more to blame for the current predicament, the 1998 World Cup-winning captain must not be shown the door


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Oscar: Mourinho wanted me at Real Madrid
The Brazilian says the Portuguese wanted to bring him to the Bernabeu in 2012 but he felt that the Liga club were well covered in his position so he opted for the Blues instead


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I would love Cavani at Inter, admits Mazzarri
The Uruguay international became a global star under the tutelage of the 52-year-old coach during their time together at the San Paolo


 

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Berahino closing in on West Brom deal
West Brom are close to finally tying up a new contract for up-and-coming striker Saido Berahino. The new deal for the England Under-21 forward is said to be worth £13,000 per week.
Source: Birmingham Mail

Carrick agrees new two-year Man Utd deal
Manchester United have rewarded midfielder Michael Carrick with a new two-year contract. The 32-year-old's current deal was set to expire this summer.
Source: Daily Mirror

Barca consider a double keeper signing
Barcelona are said to be weighing up a double swoop for Pepe Reina and Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, depending on what happens with current shot-stoppers Oier Olazabal and Jose Manuel Pinto.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Sevilla offer extension to Rakitic
Sevilla supremo Jose María del Nido is hopeful of adding an extra two years to Ivan Rakitic's current contract as the Croatian midfielder continues to perform exceptionally well in the 2013-14 season.
Source: Cadena Cope

Hannover want new contract for Zieler
Hannover are currently negotiating a new contract with goalkeeper Ron-Robert Zieler in order to get rid of the buyout clause in his contract, which runs out in 2015.
Source: Bild

Hugo Almeida to join Atletico
Besiktas striker Hugo Almeida is said to be lined up for a summer move to Atletico Madrid. The 29-year-old's current contract runs out in 2014 and good relations between Gil Marin and the player's agent could see a deal wrapped up quickly.
Source: Fanatik

Napoli reach Antonelli agreement
Genoa are said to be willing to sell Luca Antonelli to Napoli for €8 million. The Rossoblu will also take co-ownership of Emanuele Calaio and Alessandro Gamberini as part of the deal.
Source: La Gazzetta dello Sport

Barcelona target Chelsea midfielder Ramires

Barcelona have their eyes on Chelsea midfielder Ramires as Tata Martino looks to reshape the Catalan's squad. The Liga champions will move for the Brazilian next summer.
Source: Daily Mirror

Barcelona following Matuidi and Verratti

Barcelona scouts have been following Paris Saint-Germain midfielders Blaise Matuidi and Marco Verratti.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Barcelona want Berbatov as Messi-backup
Barcelona are pondering a move for Fulham's Dimitar Berbatov as a backup for the injury-prone Lionel Messi. Tata Martino thinks highly of the technically skilled striker, whose contract runs out at the end of the season.
Source: Daily Express

Barcelona eye Luiz Gustavo
Luiz Gustavo's performances for Wolfsburg have caught the attention of Barcelona, who could sign the Brazil international if Alex Song were to leave the club.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Tata wants Koke, Vidal or Ramires at Barca
Barcelona are eager to bolster their midfield options and Atletico Madrid's Koke, Arturo Vidal of Juventus and Chelsea star Ramires have all caught coach Tata Martino's eyes.
Source: Mundo Deportivo

Alonso set for Madrid extension

Real Madrid have realised the true value of Xabi Alonso and are set to speed up talks over a new contract with the Spain midfielder.
Source: Marca

Juventus enter Ter Stegen race
Juventus are set to make a move for Borussia Monchengladbach's Marc-Andre ter Stegen, whom they feel could replace Gianlguigi Buffon, but face competition from Barcelona.
Source: Tuttosport

Galliani set to leave Milan
AC Milan are set to reach a cash settlement with Adriano Galliani by the end of the year and have already made contact with Fiorentina sporting director Daniele Prade.
Source: Tuttosport

Milan set for defensive revamp

With Adil Rami already set to arrive in January from Valencia, AC Milan are set to revolutionise their defence. Davide Astori could arrive from Cagliari, while Cristian Zaccardo and Daniele Bonera could leave.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Napoli step up midfielder search

Napoli are set to step up their hunt for a new defensive midfielder, with Blaise Matuidi of Paris Saint-Germain, Porto star Fernando, Olympique Lyonnais' Maxime Gonalons and Tottenhma's Brazil international Sandro all candidates.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Hull trail Galatasaray winger Amrabat

Hull are renewing their interest in 26-year-old Galatasaray winger Nordin Amrabat. The Moroccan wideman would be available for £7 million.
Source: Daily Mirror

Arsenal pounce on Halilovic
Arsenal are aiming to beat their north London rivals Tottenham to the signing of Dinamo Zagreb prodigy Alen Halilovic. The 17-year-old would move in January.
Source: Daily Express

Ochoa staying put
Mexican international Guillermo Ochoa will be staying at Ligue 1 outfit Ajaccio "at least until June," according to club president Alain Orsoni. The goalkeeper has been the subject of constant rumours linking him to bigger clubs.
Source: Alta Frequenza

Galatasaray give up on January move for Terry

Galatasaray have given up hope of signing John Terry from Chelsea in the January transfer window after learning that the defender has no desire to quit Stamford Bridge.
Source: Metro

Celtic interested in Forde
The Scottish Premiership champions are seeking a replacement for Fraser Forster and are believed to be interested in Millwall custodian David Forde, who is nearing the end of his contract.
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Arsenal youngster Bellerin joins Watford on loan
The Gunners defender has moved to Vicarage Road for a short term spell, while experienced centre-back Fitz Hall has returned to the promotion-chasing Championship club


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Coloccini keen to leave Newcastle 'as soon as possible'
The centre-back reiterates his desire to return to Argentina to play for old side San Lorenzo but says that he will continue to respect the wishes of his current employers


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Villas-Boas rules out left-back swoop
The Spurs boss has revealed that Danny Rose is not expected to return to action for another two to three more weeks but is making "good progress" on a foot injury


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Agger admits Barcelona temptation
The Blaugrana had a bid for the Reds star rejected in the summer and, while the Dane confesses that he was interested, he is content to stay at Anfield if he is wanted there


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Wolfsburg 'ready' to buy De Bruyne from Chelsea
The Bundesliga side remain keen on signing the unsettled Belgium international but say that they are unwilling to loan him if they cannot ensure a permanent deal


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Cazorla: A pity Arsenal didn't sign Suarez
The Gunners made two bids for the prolific Liverpool striker in the summer, both of which were rejected, and failed to add experienced back-up to the overburdened Oliver Giroud


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Carrick signs new two-year Manchester United deal
The 32-year-old has put pen to paper on an extension which will keep him at Old Trafford at least until the summer of 2015 as he looks to finish his career with the Red Devils


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Ronaldo: I want to retire at Real Madrid
The Portugal international says that he could not be happier with Los Blancos and would like to see out his playing days in the Spanish capital


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Reina to steady the ship, Ter Stegen for the future - Barcelona's plans for replacing Valdes
The Blaugrana are set to sign a couple of shot-stoppers, yet current second-choice, Jose Pinto, wants to stay in Catalunya


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Casillas: I will not give up without a fight
The Real Madrid star is not satisfied with being a back-up goalkeeper but will give everything to win back his place in the team


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Manchester United striker Macheda returns to Doncaster on loan
The 22-year-old has rejoined the Championship club on a temporary basis after seeing his first loan spell cut short by injury earlier this season


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Messi: Berbatov to Barcelona is impossible
The Argentine, who recently won a record third Golden Shoe for most goals in Europe last season, believes there is no chance of the Bulgaria star arriving at Camp Nou


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Manchester City target €12m wonderkid Zouma
Club officials have earmarked the 19-year-old Frenchman as an ideal solution to Manuel Pellegrini's defensive problems and are confident of securing a deal for him in January


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Chelsea & West Brom wrangle over fee for wonderkid Isaiah Brown
The two top-tier clubs could be heading for the first Premier League tribunal since the overhaul of youth football after talks on a fee for the 16-year-old reached an impasse


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Inter move 'perfect' for Southampton outcast Ramirez - agent
The Uruguay international has not made a single Premier League start this season and is considering a return to Italy to kick-start his career ahead of the World Cup


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Barcelona confident over €11m-per-year Iniesta deal
The midfielder was stalling on new terms, but the Catalan club believe an agreement will soon be reached for the 29-year-old to see out his career at Camp Nou

 

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Messi set for Barcelona exit
Lionel Messi feels let down by Barcelona, who are unwilling to meet his wage demands, and could leave the club in the summer. He has already reached a verbal agreement with a club in a neighbouring country.
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Madrid can land Suarez for €48m
Liverpool would allow star striker Luis Suarez to leave the club for Spanish giants Real Madrid, if Carlo Ancelotti's side come up with a €48 million offer.
Source: Marca

Man City rival United for Garay
Manchester City have identified Benfica defender Ezequiel Garay - a long term target for rivals United - as a potential defensive signing to ease the loss of Vincent Kompany to injury.
Source: Daily Mirror

Will Keane's Wigan loan delayed
Manchester United youngster Will Keane has seen his loan move to Wigan hit a snag as his parent club assess an injury picked up on duty for England Under-21s.
Source: Daily Mirror

Besiktas interested in Fonte
Turkish club Besiktas are weighing up a move for Southampton defender Jose Fonte, but the Premier League side are likely to reject any advances for the centre-back.
Source: Daily Mirror

Schalke looking at Hoger replacements
Schalke are looking for a midfielder to replace the injured Marco Hoger and are already in talks with Rubin Kazan over the transfer of Israel international Bibras Natcho.
Source: Ruhrnachrichten

Bartra & Montoya unsure of Barca future
Barcelona duo Marc Bartra and Martin Montoyal are both unsure of their Barcelona futures, but sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta is set to make decision over the next month.
Source: Sport

Robben set to fill Ribery void
Thanks to the injury of Bayern Munich star Franck Ribery, Arjen Robben will play on the left wing against Borussia Dortmund, with Thomas Muller on the right.
Source: Bild

Ajax abandon John interest
Frank de Boer has publicly stated his admiration for Benfica's Ola John, but the Portuguese giants have indicated that the player is not for sale, forcing the Dutch champions to abandon their pursuit of him.
Source: Algemeen Dagblad

Napoli eye Ligue 1 stars
Marseille's Nicolas Nkoulou, Lyon's Maxime Gonalons and PSG's Jeremy Menez are said to be amongst Rafa Benitez's targets for next transfer window.
Source: Mercato365

Mourinho wants Balotelli at Chelsea
With AC Milan weighing up a sale of Mario Balotelli in January, Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho could bid €30 million for a player whom he coached at Inter.
Source: Corriere dello Sport

Juventus looking at Lucas Moura
Juventus are said to be weighing up a loan move for Lucas Moura, who isn't getting much playing time at PSG. Rumours claim the Brazilian is seen as a replacement to Pogba, who Juve feel will be difficult to hold on to in coming seasons.
Source: La Gazzetta dello Sport

West Ham eye January move for Forlan
West Ham are looking to bring Uruguay striker Diego Forlan to Upton Park in January to provide much needed firepower to the Hammers attack.
Source: Daily Mirror

Everton target Spartak winger McGeady
Everton are looking into the possibility of signing Spartak Moscow winger Aiden McGeady. The 27-year-old Republic of Ireland wideman's contract expires this summer so could be available for a cut-price figure.
Source: Daily Mirror

Milito could return to Argentina
The Argentine striker could end his contract with Inter at the end of the season and Racing Club, the first club of his career, want him back.
Source: Sky Sport 24

Chelsea to swap Lukaku for Balotelli?

Chelsea are said to be interested in Mario Balotelli, with Romelu Lukaku rumoured to be being considered as leverage in a swap deal for the Italian.
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Rodgers ready to spend on Enrique replacement
With the Spaniard out until February after having surgery on his knee, the Anfield boss is looking for cover in defence to ensure his side can still compete for a top four finish


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Pirlo should move to Premier League, says Tardelli
The Juventus midfielder's current deal is set to expire at the end of the season - with no talks expected until February - and the 59-year-old has backed him to move to England


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Tottenham jump ahead of Chelsea in race for Southampton ace Shaw
The left-back's camp feel White Hart Lane would be a better option but the Saints will not entertain any offers for the 18-year-old in the January transfer window


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Why Kostas Mitroglou is Europe's hottest property
Goals domestically, goals in the Champions League and goals in World Cup qualifiers - Kostas Mitroglou is the name on everyone's lips this season


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Hoeness: Bayern will never buy Messi
The Bavarians' president has ruled out making a move for the Argentine, citing the amount of money Barcelona would demand as a stumbling block


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Pellegrini rules out Hart loan move to Stoke
The Chilean has quashed reports linking the England international with a temporary switch to the Potters in January, insisting that the goalkeeper is staying put


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Manchester City to sign Nigerian wonderkid Iheanacho, according to player's father
The striker, who was declared missing on Friday, has earned a move to England after helping his country claim glory at the Under-17s World Cup earlier in November with six goals


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Cabaye: I want to play in the Champions League
The midfielder attracted interest from Arsenal last summer and has not ruled out a move to a top European club at the conclusion of the current campaig


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Wenger: Arsenal were tracking Thauvin
The Gunners boss has revealed that he was tracking the 20-year-old Olympique de Marseille attacking midfielder even before he joined Lille in January of this year


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Pinto: I'm not playing for new Barcelona contract
The 38-year-old's current deal expires at the end of the season but he insists that he is now viewing his run in the Blaugrana line-up as a chance to earn an extension


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Henry & Pires are only training with us, clarifies Wenger
The Arsenal boss refused to entertain the idea of bringing either of the duo back to the Emirates Stadium, insisting they are simply training with his side to keep up their fitness


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Rummenigge: €250m for Messi is absurd
The Bayern supremo has insisted that they have no plans to make a move for the prolific attacker and believes Barca would never sell their star player


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Jonathan: Inter should strengthen in January
The Brazilian was on the scoresheet for the Nerazzurri in Bologna but he believes that new recruits are needed if Mazzarri's side are to maintain their European ambitions


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Moyes open to January arrivals at Manchester United
The Scot reveals that the club will try to add to the squad in the winter window as he looks to build a side that is capable of challenging for titles in the coming years


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Ter Stegen would be great for Barcelona - Lehmann
The Borussia Monchengladbach shot-stopper has courted the interest of the Catalan giants and the former Germany international 'keeper says he can replace Victor Valdes


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Messi: A lot of clubs want me
The Argentine says he is honoured that other teams want to secure his services but emphasised that he is not thinking about leaving Camp Nou


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'Gotze will need ear plugs' - Lehmann
The former BVB keeper warned the 21-year-old to expect a hostile reception when he returns to his old stomping ground, while also backing Cristiano Ronaldo for the Ballon d'Or


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Manchester United boss Moyes insists Fellaini will improve
Since the midfielder's arrival at Old Trafford on transfer deadline day, he has failed to impress but his boss says the Belgian will eventually come good


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No regrets for Coutinho over swapping Inter for Liverpool
The attacking midfielder was forced to play a bit-part role at San Siro and says that he "didn't think twice" about the chance to move to Anfield in January


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Rooney has been Manchester United's best player this season, says Ferdinand
The veteran centre-half is delighted that the England forward looks like his old self again, while admitting that he will consider his own future at the end of the season


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Arsenal can win the title without signing another striker, says Wenger
With Theo Walcott returning from injury and Lukas Podolski close to a recovery, the Gunners boss is reluctant to spend in a potentially difficult January transfer window


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I'd always say yes to Milan - Ancelotti
The 54-year-old says he would jump at the chance to return to San Siro but dismissed speculation that he might succeed Cesare Prandelli as Italy coach


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Mourinho rules out selling priceless Ramires
The Chelsea boss has no intention of courting interest in the Brazilian, and suggested Thibaut Courtois will not be sold despite the consistency of current No.1 Petr Cech

 
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