Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona plotting raid on Chelsea for Pulisic

According to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211212/1001724483/barca-quiere-pescar-chelsea.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>, Christian Pulisic is another Chelsea star registering the recruitment radar at Barcelona – along with Cesar Azpilicueta and Antonio Rudiger.The United States international is not a guaranteed starter at Stamford and, after struggling with niggling injuries, is said to be open to the idea of taking on another new challenge.

Barcelona plotting raid on Chelsea for Pulisic (Mundo Deportivo)

Mino Raiola's astronomic commission demands will not dissuade Manchester City in their pursuit of Erling Haaland, claims the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/17012978/erling-haaland-mino-raiola-man-city-transfer/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. The agent is looking for a fee of £47 million ($62m/€55m) to broker a deal for his client, a sum which City could pay out as well as the estimated £68m it would take to prise Haaland from Borussia Dortmund in the summer.

Man City still want Haaland despite Raiola's £47m demand (Sun)

Total transfer value for Norwegian could exceed £100m

Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid are, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/premier-league/2021/12/11/61b48b8f22601d2e298b463a.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>, ready to rekindle their interest in Paul Pogba.The World Cup-winning midfielder is continuing to run down his contract at Manchester United, meaning that he could become a free agent in 2022.

PSG and Real to rekindle interest in Pogba

Edinson Cavani has, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/cavani-sul-mercato-a-gennaio-si-offre-alla-juve-24840 " target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>, offered his services to Juventus.The Uruguayan striker, who is tied to Manchester United until next summer, has been heavily linked with Barcelona, but could join another European heavyweight in Turin.

Cavani offers his services to Juventus

Roma are ready to scrap it out with Tottenham and Everton for the signing of Norwich full-back Max Aarons, claims <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/roma/2021/12/11-87832699/roma_mourinho_aspetta_il_mercato_tutti_i_nomi_visionati_da_pinto" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>.The Canaries defender has been heavily linked with Premier League heavyweights in the past, but could now be offered the chance to head for Italy.

Roma to battle Spurs & Everton for Aarons

Roma have identified Spezia midfielder Jiulio Maggiore as a potential transfer target, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-8-milioni-per-un-centrocampista-l-ultima-idea-58144" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The former Italy U21 international, whose contract expires in 2023, is valued in the region of €8 million (£6.8m/$9m).

Roma keen on Maggiore

Charlotte FC have signed defender Jaylin Lindsey from Sporting Kansas City in exchange for $100,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM).<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welcome home, Jaylin Lindsey! We have acquired the defender from Sporting Kansas City in exchange for General Allocation Money. MORE INFO: <a href="https://t.co/1PNBSuA0i9">https://t.co/1PNBSuA0i9</a> <a href="https://t.co/oaSHXePeeO">pic.twitter.com/oaSHXePeeO</a>— Charlotte FC (@CharlotteFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CharlotteFC/status/1470081382944759814?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Charlotte sign Lindsey

New York Red Bulls have signed Scottish winger Lewis Morgan from Inter Miami CF in exchange for General Allocation Money over two years.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 WELCOME, LEWIS MORGAN 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 We've acquired the Scottish winger from Inter Miami CF in exchange for General Allocation Money over two years. Let's go, <a href="https://twitter.com/10LewisMorgan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@10lewismorgan</a>! 📰➡️ <a href="https://t.co/oCFQTVWyS8">https://t.co/oCFQTVWyS8</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RBNY?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RBNY</a> <a href="https://t.co/4Kob9wScrc">pic.twitter.com/4Kob9wScrc</a>— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) <a href="https://twitter.com/NewYorkRedBulls/status/1470061289779118085?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Red Bulls land Morgan

LAFC have confirmed the signing of defender Franco Escobar from Atlanta United.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Franco Escobar is Black &amp; Gold. 📋 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LAFC</a> acquires defender Franco Escobar from <a href="https://twitter.com/ATLUTD?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ATLUTD</a> in exchange for up to $600,000 in General Allocation Money.— LAFC (@LAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAFC/status/1470091083614883842?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Escobar heads to LA

Inter Miami have confirmed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Jean Mota from Santos on a three-year deal.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Signed: Jean Mota✍🏽🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/InterMiamiCF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#InterMiamiCF</a> welcomes midfielder <a href="https://twitter.com/JeanMota93?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JeanMota93</a> from Brazilian top-flight club Santos FC, with a contract running through the 2024 MLS season with a Club option for the 2025 season. Find out all the details below: <a href="https://t.co/rtxwnGxyJL">https://t.co/rtxwnGxyJL</a>— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) <a href="https://twitter.com/InterMiamiCF/status/1470075652401475588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Inter Miami snap up Mota

Plenty of transfer activity in MLS today, including New England Revolution trading Teal Bunbury to Nashville.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The New England Revolution traded forward Teal Bunbury to Nashville SC in exchange for up to $150,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM).<a href="https://t.co/RT4c6ceprz">https://t.co/RT4c6ceprz</a>— New England Revolution (@NERevolution) <a href="https://twitter.com/NERevolution/status/1470076875770843146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Bunbury heads to Nashville

Lyon are interested in signing Villarreal winger Arnaut Danjuma, reports <a href="https://todofichajes.com/el-lyon-vuelve-a-mirar-al-villarreal/" target="_blank">Todofichajes.</a>The 24-year-old has impressed since moving to Spain from Bournemouth over the summer, scoring nine goals and contributing three assists in 18 appearances.That has sparked interest in his services with Lyon leading the chase, though Manchester United and Barcelona are believed to be monitoring his progress.

Lyon eye Danjuma

Brazilian side Palmeiras are in talks to sign Eduard Atuesta from LAFC, reports <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/source-lafc-in-advanced-talks-to-transfer-eduard-atuesta-to-palmeiras" target="_blank">MLSSoccer.com.</a>The deal for the 24-year-old Colombian is said to be worth $4 million (£3m).Atuesta has made 96 appearances for LAFC since signing from Independiente Medellin in 2018.

Palmeiras in Atuesta talks

Arsenal are struggling to hold on to starlet Khayon Edwards with a host of rival clubs ready to make a move for the talented teenager, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10301469/Arsenal-struggling-hold-rising-star-Khayon-Edwards.html" target="_blank">Mail</a>.The 18-year-old is one of the rising stars of the Gunners academy but has yet to sign a professional contract despite a number of attempts to tie him down to a long-term deal.That has put a host of clubs on alert, including Premier League rivals Chelsea, Leeds, Southampton, Brighton and Newcastle, and Bundesliga quartet Hertha Berlin, RB Leipzig, Borussia Monchengladbach and Bayer Leverkusen.

Arsenal fear losing starlet

Paris Saint-Germain are said to be open to offers for Mauro Icardi in January, and <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/icardi-arteta-psg-arsenal-pochettino-22426171 " target="_blank">football.london</a> has suggested that Arsenal could join the battle for his signature.The Gunners are in the market for another proven goalscorer and an Argentina international could come into their thoughts if Mikel Arteta decides to favour experience over potential.

Will Arsenal make a play for Icardi?

<a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17011517/leeds-transfer-ben-brereton-diaz-blackburn/ " target="_blank">The Sun</a> reports that Leeds remain keen on in-form Blackburn striker Ben Brereton Diaz, but the Chile international will not come cheap.That is because Rovers are said to be demanding £25 million for a forward with 17 goals to his name this season.

Leeds target Brereton Diaz given £25m price tag

Kingsley Coman is stalling on signing a new contract at Bayern Munich - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/cfbayern/status/1470000312450756612" target="_self">BILD</a>.The 25-year-old only has 18 months remaining on his current agreement but the German giants are reluctant to hand him a big pay rise along with fresh terms at Allianz Arena.Bayern's interest in Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele is also thought to be a factor, with the French winger set to become available on a free transfer next summer.

Coman stalling on new Bayern contract

Barcelona's Kopa Trophy winner Pedri has revealed that Real Madrid didn't want to sign him at the start of his career.Pedri's ascent to the top of the European football pyramid has been swift, with the midfielder already established as a key player for Barcelona and Spain at both club and international level despite only just turning 19.The teenager was rewarded for his stellar performances over the past year&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/kopa-trophy-2021-barcelona-golden-boy-pedri-another-prize/bltcf2b3bfb432d7f41">with the coveted Kopa Trophy and Golden Boy awards</a>, but has now revealed that Madrid passed up the chance to sign him four years ago.Read more on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/barcelona-pedri-real-madrid-didnt-want-to-sign-me/blt45a086f65bdb91ad" target="_self">Goal</a>.

Pedri: Real Madrid didn't want to sign me

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Real Madrid have no plan to offload or sell Rodrygo in January, as things stand. There’s no negotiation with Liverpool or any other club. 🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Real?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Real</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFC</a> His contract will be discussed soon, with a possible extension to be negotiated in the next months.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1469994396380708865?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Real Madrid have no plans to sell Rodrygo

Manchester United are monitoring Nancy midfielder Warren Bondo - according to <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-rennes-chasse-une-pepite-de-ligue-2-18-ans-579293" target="_self">Le 10 Sport</a>.The 18-year-old has impressed with his performances in Ligue 2 and is set to become available on a free transfer when his contract expires next summer.However, United are not the only side keeping tabs on Bondo, with Paris Saint-Germain, Rennes, Inter, Bayern Munich and Milan also interested.

Man Utd monitoring Nancy midfielder Bondo

Brighton are leading the race for Polish midfielder Kacper Kozlowski - according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10299667/Brighton-close-sealing-8million-signing-Polish-teenager-Kacper-Kozlowski.html" target="_self">The Daily Mail</a>.Manchester City, Liverpool and Milan have also been linked with the 18-year-old, who currently plays for Pogon Szczecin in his homeland.Brighton are well placed to beat the competition and land Kozlowsky in an £8 million deal next year.

Brighton leading race for Polish midfielder Kozlowski 

Hugo Lloris has opened talks with Tottenham over a contract extension - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-major-update-on-lloris-future-and-tottenham-goalkeeper-plan-after-transfer-talks-held/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>.The 22-year-old has less than seven months remaining on his current deal, but is eager to commit to fresh terms with the north London outfit.Lloris is still Spurs' No.1 goalkeeper and has appeared in all 14 of their Premier League fixtures this term.

Lloris opens Spurs extension talks

Chelsea have set their sights on Torino defender Gleison Bremer - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/17013420/chelsea-gleison-bremer-transfer-torino/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen, Thiago Silva and Cesar Azpilicueta are all approaching the final six months of their contracts, with the Blues set to be short on options at the back if they depart.Bremer is high on Chelsea's list of potential replacements and Torino may be prepared to listen to offers in January.

Chelsea set sights on Torino defender Bremer

Palmeiras are in talks to sign Los Angeles FC star Eduard Atuesta - according to <a href="https://ge.globo.com/futebol/times/palmeiras/noticia/palmeiras-negocia-com-o-meia-colombiano-eduard-atuesta.ghtml" target="_self">Globo</a>.The Brazilian club are close to wrapping up a permanent deal for the 24-year-old, whose current contract expires at the end of 2022.Atuesta played 24 MLS matches for LAFC last season and recorded two goals and seven assists along the way.

Palmeiras in talks to sign LAFC star Atuesta

Real Madrid have identified Leicester City star Wilfred Ndidi as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/Naija_PR/status/1469369331763011592" target="_self">Naija</a>.The Blancos are looking at the 25-year-old as a potential long-term replacement for Casemiro in the middle of the park.Ndidi is still under contract at Leicester until 2024 and has also been strongly linked with Manchester United.

Real Madrid target Leicester star Ndidi 

Barcelona are plotting a swoop for Real Sociedad winger Adnan Januzaj - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/onze-januzaj-barca-libre-verano-12962978" target="_self">The Daily Mail</a>.The 26-year-old's contract is due to expire in June 2022, and the Blaugrana could look to sign him for a cut-price fee in January.If they fail to arrange a deal, Barca will wait until next summer to try and bring in Januzaj, who has only scored once in 16 La Liga outings for Sociedad this term.

Barca plotting Januzaj swoop

Mauro Icardi's agent and wife Wanda Nara has met with officials from Juventus - according to <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a1407605580790069679-mercato-psg-le-clan-icardi-a-rencontre-la-juventus" target="_self">Foot Mercato</a>.The Italian giants are exploring a possible loan deal for the 28-year-old ahead of the January transfer window.However, Wanda Nara is also speaking to a number of other Italian clubs as she seeks to secure a return to Serie A for Icardi.

Icardi's agent meets with Juve

Milan are eager to sign Real Madrid striker Luka Jovic - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-la-strategia-per-il-colpo-in-attacco-la-verita-su-jovic-e--45534?nocache?intcmp=gazzanet-jovic" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The Italian giants are hoping to take advantage of their strong relationship with the Blancos to finalise a deal for the 23-year-old at the end of the season.It is believed that Jovic would be open to a move as he continues to struggle for form and regular minutes at Madrid.

Milan eager to sign Real Madrid's Jovic

Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen is the subject of interest from Tottenham - according to <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/exclusive-tottenham-chelsea-andreas-christensen-25674303" target="_self">The Daily Star</a>.The 22-year-old's current deal expires next summer and he has yet to agree an extension with the Blues.Antonio Conte wants to bring Christensen to Spurs on a free transfer if Chelsea are unable to tie him down to fresh terms.

Spurs interested in Christensen 

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is open to a reunion with former Bournemouth charge Steve Cook, reports the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/17011743/newcastle-transfer-steve-cook-eddie-howe/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. Cook, 30, could move to St. James' Park if other defensive targets such as James Tarkowski and Ben Mee fall through.

Newcastle boss Howe considers reunion with Cook

Ajax coach Erik ten Hag is now Manchester United's favoured choice as their next permanent boss, reports the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/erik-ten-hag-man-utd-25673262" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. United are impressed with how Ten Hag has transformed Ajax into one of the best teams in Europe on a tiny budget and hope he can work his magic at Old Trafford from next season.

Ten Hag now Man Utd's leading candidate for manager

Liverpool will only let defender Nat Phillips leave in a permanent deal worth £10 million, according to the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17011358/west-ham-liverpool-nat-phillips-transfer/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. West Ham United are closely linked to Phillips, but the Reds are not willing to discuss a loan move.

Liverpool name price for West Ham target Phillips

Brazilian giants Corinthians have enquired over the availability of Manchester United star Edinson Cavani, reports <a href="https://ge.globo.com/futebol/times/corinthians/noticia/noticias-corinthians-cavani-mercado-reforco-manchester.ghtml" target="_blank">Globoesporte</a>. The 34-year-old Uruguayan is out of contract in June and has barely featured for the club this season due to fitness and injury issues.

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