Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Rudiger prefers Real Madrid to PSG

<a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-vlahovic-fa-cup-transfer-25899714?_ga=2.165803704.747366996.1641803951-2119370620.1620885545 " target="_blank">The Mirror</a> claims that Arsenal are ready to “break the bank” in order to win the race for in-demand Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic.The prolific Serb is attracting admiring glances from across Europe but, with attacking inspiration in short supply of late, the Gunners are prepared to pay whatever it takes to get a deal done.

Arsenal ready to ‘break the bank’ for Vlahovic (The Mirror)

Arsenal are, according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/arsenal-acelera-movimientos-gini-wijnaldum-20220109.html " target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, preparing to step up their interest in Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum.The Netherlands international has failed to make the expected impact in France following a 2021 switch from Liverpool and could head back to the Premier League in a €20 million (£17m/$23m) deal.

Arsenal step up interest in Wijnaldum (Fichajes)

Tottenham have, according to <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4566585/ " target="_blank">ESPN</a>, opened talks regarding a £20 million ($27m) deal for Wolves winger Adama Traore.Antonio Conte is looking to get more attacking threat into his ranks, with a jet-heeled Spain international considered to be perfect for Spurs.

Spurs in talks over £20m Traore transfer (ESPN)

Champions League holders Barcelona are plotting a move for Arsenal’s superstar striker Vivianne Miedema, claims <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/womens-sport/2022/01/10/exclusive-paris-st-germain-champions-league-winners-barcelona/ " target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>.A prolific Dutch striker has plundered 109 goals through 116 appearances for the Gunners and found the target on 85 occasions through 104 outings for her country.

Barcelona target Arsenal superstar Miedema (The Telegraph)

Antonio Rudiger is still heading towards free agency at Chelsea and would, according to <a href="https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/rudiger-chelsea-real-madrid-psg-22695552 " target="_blank">football.london</a>, prefer to join Real Madrid over Paris Saint-Germain.The German defender’s current club have an extension offer on the table, but that falls short of the 28-year-old’s demands and he remains in a position where he can discuss pre-contract terms with any suitors.

Rudiger prefers Real Madrid to PSG (football.london)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🔥Sevilla FC will make a new offer for Anthony Martial to the Manchester United team. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VamosSevilla?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VamosSevilla</a> 🔻VOLE🔻 🔜 <a href="https://t.co/FGB5A8DzJX">https://t.co/FGB5A8DzJX</a> <a href="https://t.co/4K9WR7TEkJ">pic.twitter.com/4K9WR7TEkJ</a>— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1480267660147499009?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Sevilla prepare new Martial offer (Ekrem Konur)

Celtic are closing on a permanent deal to sign Jota, reports the <a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jota-celtic-permanent-transfer-brink-25897225" target="_blank">Daily Record</a>. The on-loan Benfica man has made a big impact at Parkhead and Celtic are now looking to seal a £6 million transfer.

Celtic to make Jota deal permanent

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sources: The Portland Timbers and Lanus have agreed in principle over the transfer of club legend Diego Valeri. Deal isn't 100% done, but in final stages Portland will receive a transfer fee of around $175k + will be absolved of his salary cap hit in 2022<a href="https://t.co/TZXuQRH11X">https://t.co/TZXuQRH11X</a>— Tom Bogert (@tombogert) <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/1480644746846654474?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Timbers star Valeri closes on Lanus return

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This is starting to look like it is the case <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nufc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nufc</a>. As revealed by <a href="https://twitter.com/TeleFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TeleFootball</a> yesterday he had emerged as priority target and they hoped to sign him this week. This will explain why <a href="https://t.co/GPRMpb6w2M">https://t.co/GPRMpb6w2M</a>— Luke Edwards (@LukeEdwardsTele) <a href="https://twitter.com/LukeEdwardsTele/status/1480622466481508356?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Newcastle look to take advantage of Wood contract clause

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Apresentado oficialmente! ☑️ Seja bem-vindo, @paulomcdsousa! 🇵🇹🥰🙌 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VamosFlamengo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VamosFlamengo</a> <a href="https://t.co/R4YLwOB6sr">pic.twitter.com/R4YLwOB6sr</a>— FL4MEN9O (@Flamengo) <a href="https://twitter.com/Flamengo/status/1480576373131550723?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Paulo Sousa presented as new Flamengo boss

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">¡Bienvenido a casa, Ema! ❤️ Emanuel Mammana firmó hoy su contrato y ya está de regreso en el Club que lo vio nacer ✅<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/River2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#River2022</a> ⚪️🔴⚪️ <a href="https://t.co/fomGCuGp7X">pic.twitter.com/fomGCuGp7X</a>— River Plate (@RiverPlate) <a href="https://twitter.com/RiverPlate/status/1480593122585366536?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Mammana returns to River Plate

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Folarin Balogun joins Middlesbrough on loan from Arsenal, done deal. Balogun will undergo his medical tomorrow and then will be announced as new Boro player. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFC</a> Arsenal have accepted also final details and clauses. Talks started five days ago and now completed. 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Boro?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Boro</a> <a href="https://t.co/Z7H9kZpBS2">pic.twitter.com/Z7H9kZpBS2</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1480618825473310721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Balogun to move to Middlesbrough on loan

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Newcastle have approached Reims for talented striker Hugo Ekitike, born in 2002. He already scored 8 goals in Ligue1 this season - many clubs interested but Magpies are on it, as <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsLyall?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SkySportsLyall</a> reported. ⚪️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NUFC</a> Reims asking for €30m. No agreement yet between clubs. Not easy. <a href="https://t.co/g7UjmP5L6C">pic.twitter.com/g7UjmP5L6C</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1480620573047013376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Newcastle move for Reims' Ekitike

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨Doménec Torrent, ex entrenador del Flamengo y en su momento colaborador de Josep Guardiola, tiene un acuerdo de palabra para convertirse en el nuevo DT del Galatasaray. <a href="https://t.co/3oYU5J7HGJ">pic.twitter.com/3oYU5J7HGJ</a>— César Luis Merlo (@CLMerlo) <a href="https://twitter.com/CLMerlo/status/1480556813502271494?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ex-Flamengo boss Torrent to take over at Galatasaray

The agent of Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe claims that the arrival of Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa forced his client to cut short his loan spell with the Birmingham club.&lt;Tuanzebe returned to Old Trafford at the start of January and has already secured another short-term move.The 24-year-old will line up for Napoli for the rest of the season and hopes to find more playing time than under the ex-Liverpool legend.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/tuanzebe-left-aston-villa-gerrard-liverpool-man-utd-rivalry/blt8f9f59b30ea3fbbe" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

Tuanzebe left Aston Villa because of Gerrard - agent

The agent of Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe claims that the arrival of Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa forced his client to cut short his loan spell with the Birmingham club.<iframe></iframe>Tuanzebe returned to Old Trafford at the start of January and has already secured another short-term move.The 24-year-old will line up for Napoli for the rest of the season and hopes to find more playing time than under the ex-Liverpool legend.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/tuanzebe-left-aston-villa-gerrard-liverpool-man-utd-rivalry/blt8f9f59b30ea3fbbe" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🗣️ NANUUUUUUUUUUU We have signed defender Eulânio Ângelo Chipela Gomes, commonly known as Nanu, on a one-year loan with an option to buy from Portugal’s FC Porto.— FC Dallas (@FCDallas) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCDallas/status/1480564706326761474?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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FC Dallas loan Nanu from Porto

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Manchester United have made no bid for Denis Zakaria as things stand. The option has been discussed as he’s appreciated by Rangnick - but there’s still no official bid to Borussia 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> More than four clubs are already working to sign Zakaria as free agent in July. Open race. <a href="https://t.co/AnffDd1clQ">pic.twitter.com/AnffDd1clQ</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1480529052419215360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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No Man Utd bid for Zakaria

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Philippe Coutinho has successfully completed his medical and is currently in France obtaining a work permit. Steven Gerrard gave his thoughts ahead of the Brazilian's arrival at Bodymoor Heath...— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial/status/1480572992929345546?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Coutinho passes Aston Villa medical

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAK: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ajax?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajax</a> doet eerste bod van 18 miljoen euro op <a href="https://twitter.com/StevenBergwijn?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StevenBergwijn</a> … Tottenham Hotspur wil meer. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/spelopdewagen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#spelopdewagen</a>. 🇬🇧 BREAK: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ajax?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajax</a> make first offer of 18 million euros for <a href="https://twitter.com/StevenBergwijn?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StevenBergwijn</a> ... Tottenham Hotspur wants more. <a href="https://t.co/yS7hTqTnuL">https://t.co/yS7hTqTnuL</a>— Mike Verweij (@MikeVerweij) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeVerweij/status/1480570437989974025?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ajax make offer for Bergwijn

Newcastle’s pursuit of Sven Botman appears to be over, with <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/newcastle-suffer-botman-transfer-blow-still-interested-in-carlos-and-badiashile/us2hDWBXfxTy/" target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reporting that Lille are refusing to enter into transfer talks.The Magpies were prepared to spend big on a top defensive target, but a highly-rated Dutch star is set to fall out of reach for those at St James’ Park.

Newcastle suffer Botman blow

Tottenham are willing to listen to loan offers for Dele Alli, reports <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11675/12512934/tottenham-transfer-news-spurs-hold-tanguy-ndombele-exit-talks-as-offers-for-dele-alli-will-be-considered " target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.With the England international struggling to rekindle a lost spark, Spurs are prepared to let him go in search of a new challenge away from north London.

Alli loan offers to be considered

Tottenham are mulling over a loan approach for Inter midfielder Stefano Sensi, claims <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/tottenham-considering-loan-move-stefano-sensi " target="_blank">90min</a>.Antonio Conte knows all about those on the books at San Siro, having delivered Serie A title glory last season, and is ready to launch a raid on Milan for a 26-year-old Italy international.

Spurs considering loan swoop for Sensi

Yves Bissouma continues to generate plenty of transfer talk at Brighton, but <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/brighton/2022/01/09/61db4dfe268e3e6a578b4589.html " target="_blank">Marca</a> claims the Seagulls will only consider offers of £50 million ($68m) or more.Several leading sides from across Europe – including Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Real Madrid – have been linked with a talented 25-year-old midfielder.

Brighton will demand £50m for Bissouma

Newcastle are set to form part of the hunt for QPR forward Lyndon Dykes, claims <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/queens-park-rangers/lyndon-dykes-transfer-newcastle-burnley-crystal-palace-norwich-bournemouth-rangers-exclusive" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>.Burnley, Crystal Palace, Norwich and Bournemouth are also said to be keen on the Australia-born Scotland international.

Newcastle form part of the hunt for Dykes

Newcastle are considering a swoop for Tottenham winger Steven Bergwijn - according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/newcastle-united-interested-in-steven-bergwijn" target="_self">90min</a>.The 24-year-old has been in and out of Spurs' lineup this season and his representatives are trying to find a loan suitor for him.Ajax have also been linked with Bergwijn, but Newcastle could look to swoop in a seal a deal for the Dutchman before the winter window closes.

Newcastle considering Bergwijn swoop

Milan have set their sights on Manchester City defender Nathan Ake - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/17275179/man-city-nathan-ake-transfer-ac-milan/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.The Italian giants are ready to make a move for the 26-year-old as they seek a replacement for injured captain Simon Kjaer.However, City are unlikely to sanction Ake's departure as he has proven a valuable squad player during the club's latest assault on multiple trophy fronts.

Milan set sights on Man City defender Ake

Paris Saint-Germain loanee Pablo Sarabia is the subject of interest from Villarreal - according to <a href="https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-bwin/sporting/detalhe/villarreal-pode-atacar-sarabia-no-final-da-epoca" target="_self">Record</a>.The 29-year-old is currently on loan at Sporting CP, and has impressed in his first 13 outings for the club this season.Sarabia is still contracted to PSG until 2024, but Villarreal are now plotting a €20 million (£17m/$23m) summer move for the Spanish attacker.

Villarreal interested in PSG loanee Sarabia 

West Ham are planning a move for Paris Saint-Germain defender Abdou Diallo - according to <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/transferts/psg-west-ham-apprecie-abdou-diallo_AV-202201080241.html" target="_self">RMC Sport</a>.The Hammers could look to bring in the 25-year-old on loan before the January window closes as David Moyes seeks extra cover at the back.Diallo, whose contract at PSG is due to run until 2024, has made 13 appearances for the club across all competitions so far this season.

West Ham planning to move for PSG's Diallo

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Rumours of Fiorentina interested in signing Isco are "wide of mark", club director Daniele Pradé confirms: "We're not gonna sign Isco, no way. We don't even know who are his agents". 🇪🇸 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> Isco's expected to leave Real Madrid as free agent in June. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RealMadrid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RealMadrid</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1480442031491088388?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Fiorentina dismiss Isco links 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">FC Barcelona and <a href="https://twitter.com/samumtiti?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@samumtiti</a> have reached an agreement to extend the latter’s contract until 30 June 2026. The French defender is reducing a part of the salary that he was due to receive in the year and a half remaining on his contract. More info 👉 <a href="https://t.co/0UzCLewHDM">https://t.co/0UzCLewHDM</a> <a href="https://t.co/hNdmR2iBBP">pic.twitter.com/hNdmR2iBBP</a>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1480499532286803976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Umtiti signs new Barca deal that includes pay cut

Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez has emerged as a summer transfer target for Barcelona, claims <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/calcio-estero/tmw-barca-a-caccia-di-rinforzi-non-solo-attacco-in-difesa-torna-di-moda-lisandro-martinez-1630938q " target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a>.The Argentine is viewed by those in Catalunya as a long-term successor to Gerard Pique, with the Blaugrana struggling for consistency at centre-half.

Barcelona readying bid for Martinez

Chelsea target Lucas Digne has begun talks with Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa in the last few days, GOAL can confirm.The Blues' in-action on signing Digne after his public spat with Toffees manager Rafael Benitez is because&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-s-january-transfer-situation-reviewed-as-blues-plot/blt97098dc379236916">their main priority remains to recall Emerson from his loan</a>&nbsp;at Lyon.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/villa-chelsea-target-digne-compensation-emerson-recall/bltb33e80e5d0152638" target="_blank">Check out the full story here.</a>

Villa move ahead of Chelsea in Digne race

Renato Sanches has been linked with Barcelona of late, but <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/jorge-mendes-avisa-joan-laporta-tenen-problemes-de-diners-i-es-el-moment-perque-el-barca-l_692402_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a> claims that Xavi is not plotting an approach for the Portuguese midfielder.The former Golden Boy winner is expected to leave Lille at some point in the near future, but Camp Nou is unlikely to be his next port of call.

Barcelona not planning move for Sanches

According to <a href="https://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/newcastle-united-hopeful-on-sven-botman-deal-3520732 " target="_blank">The Shields Gazette</a>, Newcastle are “hopeful” of getting a deal done for Lille defender Sven Botman.The 21-year-old Dutchman has attracted interest from across Europe, with AC Milan another of his many suitors, but Premier League strugglers at St James’ Park believe they can complete a big-money transfer.

Newcastle hopeful on Botman deal

After being booed by his own supporters during Tottenham’s FA Cup third round win over Morecambe, Tanguy Ndombele is looking for a way out of north London.<a href="https://theathletic.com/news/ndombele-hopeful-of-move-away-from-tottenham-in-january-window/aYWRtevX2qkN/ " target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reports that the French midfielder will be pushing for a move before the winter transfer window slams shut.

Ndombele wants out of Tottenham

Newcastle have added RB Salzburg striker Noah Okafor&nbsp;to their January shopping list - according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/newcastle-united/noah-okafor-transfer-rb-salzburg-switzerland-star-plug-major-gap-exclusive" target="_self">TEAMtalk</a>.The 21-year-old is open to a move to the Premier League and the Magpies are poised to swoop as Eddie Howe continues to revamp his squad.Newcastle want two new attacking players before the window closes and Okafor could be one of those to come in, with the Swiss ace currently boasting 11 goals through 23 appearances for Leipzig in 2021-22.

Newcastle add Leipzig's Okafor to shopping list

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“Hello STVV-supporters, ik ben Shinji Kagawa en ik kijk ernaar uit om voor jullie te spelen” SHIN-JI KA-GA-WA ✍️🤯 How is your monday going? 😍😍 ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/P6QNtdKYhZ">https://t.co/P6QNtdKYhZ</a> <a href="https://t.co/W9xxJ74JNe">pic.twitter.com/W9xxJ74JNe</a>— STVV (@stvv) <a href="https://twitter.com/stvv/status/1480449332390379520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ex-Man Utd star Kagawa signs for Sint-Truiden

Manchester United are plotting a swoop for Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milinkovic-apre-all-addio-alla-lazio-ma-serve-un-offerta-da-top--43865" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain have also been linked with the 26-year-old, but the Red Devils are thought to be in pole position to secure his services.Milinkovic-Savic has previously been valued at £60 million ($82m) but that fee will likely be higher following his fall out with Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri.

Man Utd plotting Milinkovic-Savic swoop

Paris Saint-Germain have submitted a formal offer for Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger - according to <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a3536044787884156918-mercato-le-psg-a-fait-sa-proposition-a-antonio-rudiger-mais" target="_self">Foot Mercato</a>.The 28-year-old has a €7 million per year contract waiting for him at Parc des Princes if he becomes a free agent in the summer.Chelsea are still hopeful that Rudiger will extend his current deal beyond the end of the season, but Real Madrid are also chasing his signature.

PSG submit Rudiger offer

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">AS Roma are confident to complete the signing of Sérgio Oliveira. Talks progressing with FC Porto over loan [fee around €1m] plus buy option for €13.5m - there are still final details to be agreed. 🇵🇹 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ASRoma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ASRoma</a> "We're gonna sign another midfielder on loan", Mourinho said. <a href="https://t.co/yBh1VDzka3">pic.twitter.com/yBh1VDzka3</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1480365229993340930?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Roma close in on Porto's Oliveira 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The Vancouver Whitecaps have received a transfer offer from a European club for Janio Bikel, per source. No decision yet, more Euro clubs interested. Some MLS clubs made inquiries for Bikel last year too. Bikel, 26, joined the club in 2020. He made 33 apps (26 starts) last year.— Tom Bogert (@tombogert) <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/1480299918245957633?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Whitecaps midfielder on the move?

Atletico Madrid are keeping a close eye on Nekola Milenkobic, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/giaco_iaco/status/1480277585292668933?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1480277585292668933%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redditmedia.com%2Fmediaembed%2Fs07iy8%3Fresponsive%3Dtrueis_nightmode%3Dtrue" target="_self">TuttoMercato</a>. The Fiorentina defender's contract expires in 2023, and the Italian club is willing to listen to offers for his services. Atleti face competition, though, as several Permier League clubs are also interested.

Atleti eye Fiorentina star

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Philippe Coutinho now traveling to England together with his family. He’s prepared to undergo his medical and sign his contract as new Aston Villa player. 🛩🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AVFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AVFC</a> Barcelona and Aston Villa have also included a buy option clause for €40m at the end of the season. <a href="https://t.co/buZdjLAARL">pic.twitter.com/buZdjLAARL</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1480241345788850178?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Coutinho heads for Villa medical

LA Galaxy are plotting a move for Teji Savanier, with the Montpellier captain on their wishlist, per <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a1761152099945854508-le-los-angeles-galaxy-veut-attirer-teji-savanier" target="_blank">Foot Mercato</a>.The 30-year-old, a steadfast presence in Ligue 1 since Nimes to promotion in 2018, has spent his whole career in his home country.But the midfielder - a member of the France Olympic squad at Tokyo 2020 last year - could be set to make the switch to MLS now.

Galaxy move for Savanier

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Club Statement. <a href="https://t.co/lQwLgmZUBR">https://t.co/lQwLgmZUBR</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gills?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gills</a>— Gillingham FC (@TheGillsFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheGillsFC/status/1480207426070712323?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Boss Evans departs Gillingham

Edinson Cavani has told Ralf Rangnick he will not be pushing for a move away from Manchester United in the January transfer window.&nbsp;<iframe></iframe>The striker’s contract at Old Trafford is up at the end of the season and there has been plenty of speculation about his future with claims he would push to leave the club this month.&nbsp;Sources dismissed reports linking the Uruguayan with a move to Barcelona as "agent noise" and Rangnick has made it clear he wants the 34-year-old to stay after talks with the forward.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/cavani-won-t-seek-man-utd-transfer-in-january-rangnick/bltef223f6c1ed98301" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL here!</a>

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