Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal to battle Newcastle for Rabiot

Karim Adeyemi has rejected an approach from Barcelona and wants to join Borussia Dortmund, according to <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/transfer-news-sky-info-adeyemi-sagt-top-klub-ab/12488523/35311" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Germany.The 19-year-old striker was the subject of a formal proposal from the Camp Nou side, but he would rather continue his career in the Bundesliga when the time comes to leave Red Bull Salzburg.

Adeyemi rejects Barcelona for Borussia Dortmund (Sky Germany)

Teenage striker wants to develop in Bundesliga

<a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/juventus/?action=read&amp;idnet=dHV0dG9qdXZlLmNvbS01ODExNzg " target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a> reports that Arsenal are ready to battle it out with Newcastle for Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot.The France international is among those that Serie A giants will listen to offers for in January, and a move to the Premier League has been rumoured for some time.

Arsenal to battle Newcastle for Rabiot (Tuttomercatoweb)

Juve star touted for Premier League switch

Liverpool will try to sign Fabian Ruiz from Napoli next summer as they look to strengthen in midfield, according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/fabian-ruiz-nuevo-objetivo-agenda-liverpool-verano-20211205.html">Fichajes</a>.The Reds see the 25-year-old midfielder as an ideal acquisition, while the player is ready to make the next step in his career.

Liverpool eye move for Fabian Ruiz (Fichajes)

The Spain international could be on his way to Anfield in 2022

Roma will make an attempt to sign Corentin Tolisso from Bayern Munich in January, <a href="https://www.fussballtransfers.com/a779519614995146816-mourinho-lockt-tolisso-will-schon-im-winter-weg" target="_blank">Fussball Transfers</a> reports.The midfielder wants to leave the German side in the next transfer window and Jose Mourinho's team are interested, but they face competition from Inter and Tottenham.

Roma to make January bid for Tolisso

Newcastle have their eyes on Lille defender Sven Botman.<a href="https://theathletic.com/2998088/2021/12/06/ornstein-49ers-have-option-to-buy-leeds-until-2024-newcastles-botman-interest-balogun-set-for-loan/?redirected=1" target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reports the Premier League side have made signing the Dutchman one of their top priorities.

Newcastle prioritise Botman signing

Jeremie Boga has told Sassuolo that he will not sign a contract extension, <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/atalanta-accelerata-per-boga-e-lui-il-colpo-per-il-sogno-scudett-74079" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> says, as the winger looks set to leave the Serie A side.Atalanta have put the former Chelsea player high up on their list of targets and could make a move for him in the near future.

Boga wants to leave Sassuolo deal amid Atalanta interest

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🚨🚨🚨 Chris Armas will be on Ralf Rangnick’s staff <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ManUtd</a> and will be announced in the next few days. He was given his work permit this morning. Their history goes all the way back to <a href="https://twitter.com/NewYorkRedBulls?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NewYorkRedBulls</a>.— Taylor Twellman (@TaylorTwellman)<a href="https://twitter.com/TaylorTwellman/status/1467830136913506307?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Ex-Toronto boss Armas to join Rangnick's staff at Man Utd

Preston North End have confirmed the departure of head coach Frankie McAvoy.Preston have won just one of their last six matches in the Championship and the club have opted to make a change."His first eight games at the end of last season were a huge success but this season we have struggled for consistency," a <a href="https://www.pnefc.net/news/2021/december/club-statement-frankie-mcavoy/" target="_blank">statement</a> read. "Ultimately it is a results business and results to date have not met our expectations, we have therefore decided to make a change at this time."

McAvoy leaves Preston

Steven Bergwijn could be set for a move back to the Eredivise.<a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/ajax-interested-in-signing-out-of-favour-steven-bergwijn-from-tottenham-hotspur-kgx9zdzc6?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1638807699" target="_blank">The Times</a> reports Ajax are interested in signing the Tottenham winger, who has made just seven Premier League appearances this season.

Ajax to rescue struggling Bergwijn

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SaintsFC</a> has completed the signing of goalkeeper <a href="https://twitter.com/willy_caballero?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@willy_caballero</a> on a short-term contract ✍️— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SouthamptonFC/status/1467924307301044224?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Southampton sign Caballero

Juventus have <a href="https://www.juventus.com/en/news/articles/julia-grosso-signs-for-juventus-women" target="_blank">confirmed</a> the signing of Julia Grosso.The 21-year-old midfielder joins the Italian side from the Texas Longhorns.

Juventus confirm Grosso signing

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🇺🇸 More on the Ricardo Pepi front. Am told that 🇪🇸 Atletico Madrid have shown recent interest. FC Dallas continue to play hardball and seem to expect more for him. Seems crazy to not take that type of transfer fee considering how high his stock is.— Roger Gonzalez (@RGonzalezCBS) <a href="https://twitter.com/RGonzalezCBS/status/1467904831163674630?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Atletico Madrid join Pepi race

PSV coach Roger Schmidt has rejected an offer to take over RB Leipzig, <a href="https://www.vi.nl/nieuws/schmidt-wijst-aanbieding-leipzig-af?s=09" target="_blank">Voetbal International</a> reports.The Bundesliga side approached the German about replacing Jesse Marsch following his sacking on Sunday.

Schmidt rejects RB Leipzig

Genk have <a href="https://www.krcgenk.be/nl/nieuws/4501/einde-samenwerking-met-john-van-den-brom" target="_blank">sacked</a> coach John van den Brom.The 55-year-old, who took charge of the Belgian side in November 2020, was relieved of his duties amid a seven game winless run.

Genk sack Van den Brom

<a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ " target="_blank">The Mirror</a> reports that Liverpool have no intention of allowing Joe Gomez to leave Anfield in January.The England international centre-half, who faces fierce competition for places on Merseyside, is said to be a target for Reds legend Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa.

Liverpool will not let Gomez leave

Roma were one of the clubs to be linked with Diogo Dalot over the summer, and <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calciomercato/03-12-2021/calciomercato-europa-juve-roma-fiorentina-430254745675_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalciomercato%2F03-12-2021%2Fcalciomercato-europa-juve-roma-fiorentina-430254745675.shtml " target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a> claims that the Serie A side remain interested in the Manchester United defender.Jose Mourinho was the man to take a fellow Portuguese to Old Trafford and is now looking to put a reunion in place at Stadio Olimpico.

Roma remain interested in Dalot

Jurgen Klopp claims to have seen nothing from Mohamed Salah to suggest that he will not be signing a new contract at Liverpool, with the Egyptian giving an interview recently in which he admitted to being flattered by reported interest from Barcelona."We are talking. Extending the contract for a player like Mo is not one where you meet for a cup of tea in the afternoon and find an agreement,” Klopp has said of extension discussions at Anfield."I can only say a few things, and all the rest is not for the public. I'm not sure if he gave the interview in English or if it got translated, and that is a massive issue - how we saw in the last few days again. Mo is fine. I'm fine."Mo is fine, I'm fine. I think what we all want is clear. Things like this need time. That's it."

Liverpool still hopeful on Salah contract

Leeds are, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/12/05/calciomercato-juventus-gennaio-ramsey-leeds-everton-newcastle/ " target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>, the latest side to express interest in Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey.With the Wales international deemed surplus to requirements in Turin, a return to British football is being mooted for the former Arsenal midfielder.

Leeds looking to land Ramsey

Roma have submitted an offer for Norwich City right-back Max Aarons - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/12/06/esclusivo-calciomercato-roma-offerta-max-aarons-mourinho-norwich/" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Bayern Munich and Barcelona have also been linked with the 21-year-old over the past few months, but the Giallorossi are hoping to win the race for his signature.Roma want to sign Aarons on loan in January with an option to buy for £19 million ($25m) and it is understood that Norwich would be open to the deal.

Roma submit offer for Norwich star Aarons

When Arsenal spent £145 million ($200m) last summer to bring in six new faces, there was an acceptance at the club that more was needed.But there was also an understanding that the widespread changes that were required could not all be completed in just one window.So key areas of the squad were identified as priority positions which needed to be addressed, such as playmaker, goalkeeper, right-back and central midfield.Read the full article on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/calvert-lewin-david-vlahovic-arsenal-striker-arteta-rebuild/bltc8a4b9e334d6cda5" target="_self">Goal</a>.

DCL, David, Vlahovic? Arsenal striker hunt key for Arteta

FC Zurich defender Becir Omeragic is the subject of interest from Inter - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/omeragic-enfant-prodige-sulle-orme-di-sergio-ramos-l-inter-ci-pe-39352" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 19-year-old has enjoyed an impressive start to the season and is now eager to move to a bigger European club.Inter could now be set to offer Omeragic that chance, but they will look to secure his services for a cut-price fee due to their current financial issues.

Inter interested in Zurich defender Omeragic 

Atletico Madrid are considering a swoop for Ajax left-back Nicolas Tagliafico - according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/atletico-madrid-lanza-nicolas-tagliafico-20211205.html" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.The 29-year-old has fallen out of favour at Johan Cruyff Arena at the start of the season and is approaching the final 18 months of his contract.Tagliafico has even publicly questioned his treatment from Ajax boss Erik ten Hag, and Atletico could capitalise on the situation by launching a January bid.

Atletico considering Tagliafico swoop

Dries Mertens has expressed his desire to extend his stay at Napoli.The Belgian's current contract expires next summer, but he is hoping the club will trigger the option to renew that agreement.Mertens has told <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2021/12/05/napoli-mertens-rinnovo-calciomercato-news" target="_self">Sky Italy</a>: "There is a renewal clause in favour of&nbsp;Napoli, I hope it will be exercised, then let's see."

Mertens wants to extend Napoli stay

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Inter are still on the same position about André Onana deal, despite new Barça rumours. The verbal agreement has been reached since July on a four-year deal. 🤝🇨🇲 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Inter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Inter</a> Inter are just waiting to sign official paperworks and announce Onana as free agent signing for season 22/23.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1467812328997638147?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Inter close to finalising Onana deal

Leeds United are exploring the possibility of taking Ross Barkley on loan from Chelsea, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10274723/Leeds-agree-deal-sign-promising-Espanyol-striker-Mateo-Joseph-Fernandez-January.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.The England international playmaker spent last season at Aston Villa and remains some way down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.

Leeds looking into Barkley loan 

Eden Hazard continues to see a move away from Real Madrid speculated on, with <a href="https://www.pressreader.com/uk/sunday-mirror/20211205 " target="_blank">The Mirror</a> claiming that his price tag has been set at just £21 million ($28m).That is sure to interested any Premier League suitors, with the Belgian forward seeing a possible return to Chelsea mooted or a fresh start at ambitious Newcastle.

Hazard price tag set at just £21m

According to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/hi-ha-acord-amb-joan-laporta-que-utilitza-la-formula-mbappe-perque-sigui-una-de-les-sorpreses-del_678848_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>, Barcelona are in advanced talks with Cesar Azpilicueta regarding a move to Camp Nou in the summer of 2022.The experienced Chelsea captain is due to become a free agent at the end of the season, with La Liga heavyweights ready to take the Spain international defender back to his homeland.

Barca in advanced talks with Azpilicueta

Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech has admitted he "would love to" return to Ajax at some point.Ziyech completed a £36 million ($48m) move to Chelsea from Ajax in July 2020 but has since struggled to earn a regular spot in the starting XI.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/ziyech-transfer-rumours-are-made-up-chelsea-boss-tuchel/bltdc3d9ce0a87a3d07">The 28-year-old has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge</a>&nbsp;ahead of the January transfer window and has now revealed he would welcome the chance to head back to Amsterdam.Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-ziyech-love-return-ajax/blt304b74f3b2e043a3" target="_self">Goal</a>.

Ziyech: I would love to return to Ajax

Everton, Leeds and Newcastle are all chasing the signature of Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/12/05/calciomercato-juventus-gennaio-ramsey-leeds-everton-newcastle/" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Leeds will look to sign the 30-year-old on loan in January, but Everton and Newcastle are ready to table permanent offers.Juve will listen to any formal offers for Ramsey as they bid to raise extra funds for signings of their own.

Everton, Leeds & Newcastle chasing Ramsey

Wolves winger Adama Traore is eager to join Real Madrid - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/18-milions-per-anar-amb-florenti-perez-al-reial-madrid-i-evitar-que-el-barca-entri-en-la-negocia_678863_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.The 25-year-old's agent has already contacted the Blancos over a potential deal, despite the fact he began his career in Barcelona's La Masia academy.Liverpool have also been linked with Traore, who could be available for around £18 million ($24m).

Traore eager to join Real Madrid

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Zlatan Ibrahimovic on his contract expiring in June: “No, I feel as if my contract never expires! Let's put some pressure on AC Milan board for the renewal [smiles] - I hope to stay and play for Milan forever”, he told Italian show ‘Che tempo che fa’.🤝🇸🇪 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> <a href="https://t.co/YCWsFNgXyb">pic.twitter.com/YCWsFNgXyb</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1467671931289804802?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Ibrahimovic wants to stay at Milan 'forever'

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">"This decision has taken some time and some consideration and was one of the most difficult I have faced in my career." A statement from Marcel Brands.— Everton (@Everton) <a href="https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1467642174296711169?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Everton confirm Brands departure

Atletico Madrid are mulling a move for Nicolas Tagliafico to strengthen their left-back spot, says <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/atletico-madrid-lanza-nicolas-tagliafico-20211205.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The Ajax man is expected to depart Amsterdam and could well be set to join countryman Diego Simeone in La Liga.While Atletico consider their defensive reshuffle, Tagliafico would bring experience to any potential switch.

Atletico eye Ajax's Tagliafico

Inter are monitoring FC Zurich defender Becir Omeragic, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/omeragic-enfant-prodige-sulle-orme-di-sergio-ramos-l-inter-ci-pe-39352" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The 20-year-old has already made his Switzerland national team debut and looks poised for a move to a bigger league soon.

Inter track Swiss wonderkid

Kylian Mbappe has admitted that he cannot rule out extending his stay at Paris Saint-Germain, as the France international continues to be linked with an end-of-season move to Real Madrid.The forward will see his PSG deal expire at season's end and has been widely expected to move to Madrid on a free transfer.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/mbappe-won-t-rule-out-psg-stay-amid-constant-real-madrid/bltdf6c3aa192afdb2f" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>

Mbappe won't rule out PSG stay

Former Chelsea and Manchester City goalkeeper Willy Caballero is set to pen a short-term deal with Southampton, per <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/southampton-set-to-sign-free-agent-willy-caballero-after-goalkeeper-injury-crisis/PTEtgpbaULp9/?source=twitteruk" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>.The Argentine, who has been without a club since his Blues deal expired ahead of the current campaign, is set to head to St Mary's Stadium.Saints have been rocked by a slew of shot-stopper injuries and will bring the Carabao Cup winner to the club as emergency cover.

Caballero set for Southampton move 

AC Milan will look to offset their squad depth issues in the new year with moves for both Nikola Milenkovic and Luka Jovic, says <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Milan/05-12-2021/calciomercato-milan-jovic-luiz-felipe-milenkovic-maldini-430301117508_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FCalciomercato%2FMilan%2F05-12-2021%2Fcalciomercato-milan-jovic-luiz-felipe-milenkovic-maldini-430301117508.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>.The Serie A side will look to take the former from rivals Fiorentina and bring the latter in from Real Madrid.Injuries to several key men have hampered the Rossoneri so far this term.

AC Milan eye Milenkovic and Jovic swoop

Pascal Dupraz is set to become the new head coach of Saint-Etienne, says <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-pascal-dupraz-tout-proche-de-las-saint-etienne-578566" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>.The former Caen boss has been out of work from the early part of the year, but now could be back in a job.Saint-Etienne sacked Claude Puel this weekend after they were routed 5-0 by Rennes.

Dupraz set for Saint-Etienne job

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">No agreement between Sampdoria and Red Star Belgrade for Dejan Stankovic. Former midfielder’s keen to join Sampdoria but his current club’s not accepting to let him go as things stand. 🚫🇷🇸 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sampdoria?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sampdoria</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1467629234311077889?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2021</a></blockquote>
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