Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Ibrahimovic accepts Milan offer

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has accepted an offer from AC Milan. The former LA Galaxy striker has been without a club since leaving MLS earlier this year, and will now make a return to Milan, having won the Serie A title with the side&nbsp;in 2011. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Zlatan Ibrahimovic is back! He has just accepted AC Milan bid. He’ll arrive in Milano on next days. 🔴⚫️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ibrahimovic?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ibrahimovic</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1210220529996750860?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2019</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Zlatan accepts Milan offer

Steven Gerrard's Rangers have reached out to Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud over a possible transfer, reports L'Equipe, via the <a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/olivier-giroud-contacted-rangers-potential-21162441" target="_blank">Daily Record</a>.&nbsp; Giroud is coming off contract at Stamford Bridge&nbsp;and is free to talk to other clubs.&nbsp; Rangers are currently second&nbsp;in the Socttish Premiership and boast&nbsp;Alfredo Morelos&nbsp;and Jermain Defoe in their&nbsp;frontline.&nbsp;

Rangers make contact with Giroud

Manchester United fear their pursuit of Erling Haaland could result in Paul Pogba forcing a move away from Old Trafford, reports the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-fear-paul-pogba-21162225" target="_blank">Daily Star</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; With both players represented by agent Mino Raiola, the Red Devils are worried their attempt to sign Haaland may see Pogba's future used as leverage.&nbsp; The Frenchman is reportedly keen on a move to Real Madrid and Haaland's possible transfer may open the door for him to leave in January.&nbsp; It's reported that Haaland has&nbsp;a £17 million release clause and that United are ready to hand him a long-term contract worth around&nbsp;£150,000 a week.&nbsp;

Man Utd worried Haaland signing may force out Pogba

The Red Devils may be forced to pick between the two...

Chelsea will look to Germany to end their striking woes says <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1220731/Chelsea-transfer-news-Timo-Werner-RB-Leipzig" target="_blank">the Express</a>. The Blues are set to pay Timo Werner's release clause at RB Leipzig according to the report. The striker has 18 goals in 17 league goals this season, and is available for only £27 million ($35m).

Chelsea to trigger Werner release clause

Fresh from scoring a hat-trick at 38, the oldest man to do so in La Liga history, Joaquin has signed a new contract at Real Betis. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 📣 OFFICIAL | An extra year of LEGEND: Joaquín and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RealBetis?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RealBetis</a> extend their contract until 2021 📝🤝 Don't ever retire, captain! ✨😊 ➡ <a href="https://t.co/0HF1YXwbwG">https://t.co/0HF1YXwbwG</a> <a href="https://t.co/4Ci0tHldi1">pic.twitter.com/4Ci0tHldi1</a> — Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/RealBetis_en/status/1210176021833682945?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2019</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Joaquin extends Betis contract

After his second goal of the season, both against Manchester United, Steve Bruce was asked about Matty Longstaff's future. The Newcastle United manager conceded he'd like to keep the 18-year-old midfielder, but that it was out of his hands. Bruce said: "That's for people to sort out. I'd like to of course," per the <a href="https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/matty-longstaff-days-away-being-17476919" target="_blank">Newcastle Chronicle</a>.

Bruce admits keeping Longstaff out of his hands

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard has rubbished reports linking the Glasgow team with out of favour Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud. The 33-year-old has slipped off the radar at Stamfrod Bridge and admits he'll have to move away to keep his France place. L'Equipe reported that Rangers were in for the striker, but Gerrard has shut that down. "If someone knows something about it, give them my number. That's the first I've heard of it," the former Liverpool player told a press conference, as reported by <a href="https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/chelsea/transfer-talk/news/steven-gerrard-denies-rangers-interest-in-olivier-giroud_384083.html" target="_blank">Sports Mole</a>.

Gerrard denies Giroud interest

AC MIlan and Paris Saint-Germain are in talks to swap two players, according to Italian reports. <a href="https://sempremilan.com/report-psg-make-player-plus-cash-offer-for-ac-milan-midfielder" target="_blank">SempreMilan</a> say that the French champions have offered €8 million plus Julian Draxler for Lucas Paqueta. Both clubs are keen to do a deal but PSG's opening gambit may be too low, says the report.

Draxler offered to Milan for Paqueta

Barcelona midfielder Carles Alena is set to quit Camp Nou on a temporary basis and join Real Betis. <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/alena-se-va-betis-cedido-sin-opcion-compra-7787745" target="_blank">Sport</a> say the move doesn't include an option to buy, and will only be for six months as Alena is part of their long time plans. He's been struggling for minutes in an overcrowded Barca midfield and all parties agreed a loan move was best, says the report.

Alena to Betis a done deal

Real Madrid are reportedly planning to offer Vinicius Junior in part exchange for Paul Pogba to Manchester United, claims.<a href="https://eldesmarque.com/madrid/real-madrid/noticias/180279-vinicius-por-el-zidane-dice-si-y-todo-esta-en-manos-de-florentino-perez-ed" target="_blank">Eldesmarque</a>. The Frenchman is wanted by Los Blancos but the Red Devils will not be tempted by only cash. Instead, Madrid's young forward could be the factor that swings the deal, to add a new attacking threat to United's arsenal.

Madrid plot Pogba swap deal

Matthijs de Ligt has said he is happy at&nbsp;Juventus&nbsp;and hopes to stay with the Turin giants for a long time.&nbsp; The defender joined Juventus from&nbsp;Ajax&nbsp;this summer&nbsp;for a massive €75 million (£68m/$84m) fee and initially struggled to impose himself with the&nbsp;Serie A&nbsp;champions. The 20-year-old made several key errors in his debut against&nbsp;Napoli&nbsp;in August and has seen his form fluctuate as he adjusts to a new team and country. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/de-ligt-i-hope-to-stay-at-juventus-for-a-long-time/caofqp4dtiu1d4wdgityeo5r" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL here!</a>

De Ligt hopes for long Juventus stay

Arsenal's Granit Xhaka will head to Hertha Berlin in the January transfer window according to his agent, via <a href="https://www.blick.ch/sport/fussball/international/premierleague/xhaka-berater-spricht-klartext-granit-will-weg-er-ist-sich-mit-hertha-einig-id15680773.html" target="_blank">Blick</a>. The Gunners man has been widely expected to leave following a torrid first half of the season. Jose&nbsp;Noguera, the star's agent, has apparently indicated that only the matter of a transfer fee remains.

Xhaka to leave Arsenal - agent

Former&nbsp;Manchester City&nbsp;CEO Garry Cook has revealed the extent of the club's attempts to sign Wayne Rooney from&nbsp;Manchester United. England&nbsp;striker Rooney joined the Red Devils in 2004 and his prolific displays soon saw him linked with several top sides, including their local rivals as well as Spanish giants&nbsp;Barcelona. And Cook, who joined City as chief executive in 2008 and spent three years there, says Rooney was open to moving to the Sky Blues, only for United to convince him to sign a new contract and stay at Old Trafford for the long-term. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-city-talks-with-rooney-revealed-by-former-chief/ymeudt1htx5j1q2k98tlsmr1w" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL here!</a>

Man City almost signed Rooney - Cook

Paris Saint-Germain will not sell Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid if the Spanish giants try to sign him, claims <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/futbol/premier-league/lo-han-prometido-guardiola-florentino-perez-no-da-credito" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. The Ligue 1 outfit will not part with the France superstar, even if Los Blancos are willing to pay big money. However, they are reportedly open to letting Neymar leave still.

PSG to rebuff Mbappe approach from Madrid

After an inspirational cameo off the bench secured three points for Tottenham on Thursday manager Jose Mourinho says he knows Christian Eriksen's plans. The playmaker is widely considered likely to leave as his contract expires at the end of the season and has made his intentions clear to his boss, who is waiting for the player to make his future public. “I know his future but I'm not going to be the one to speak about his future," Mourinho said after the game. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/i-know-his-future-mourinho-says-hes-aware-of-tottenham-playmaker-/vs8dkmmghvpe1ufb9wea43olv" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Mourinho knows Eriksen's plans

Despite him having a troubled spell at Old Trafford in 2013 Manchester Unoted my join the sweepstakes for Crystal Palace wideman Wilfried Zaha, according to the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-interested-90m-rated-21165315" target="_blank">Daily Star.</a> The Ivory Coast international is also on Chelsea's wish list, but the Eagles £90 million ($117m) valuation may scare some suitors off, as it did for Arsenal in the summer. ' Zaha had asked to leave south London this summer, even handing in a transfer request, and is likely to be the subject of fervent speculation again this January.

United interested in Zaha return

Milan have not had talks with Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny, according to <a href="https://sempremilan.com/gds-boban-denies-rumours-of-negotiations-with-arsenal-over-elneny-transfer" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello sport reporter Mohamed Almahmoudy</a>. The journalist says that Milan Chief Football Officer Zvonomir Boban told him there was no truth to the rumours. The Egypt international's father seemed to confirm the Rossoneri's interest in an interview earlier on Thursday.

Boban denies Elneny talks

Tottenham are going to bring back teenage winger Jack Clarke from Leeds United, ahead of schedule. The 19-year-old moved to Spurs, from Leeds, this summer and was immediately loaned back, but has played just 19 minutes so far this season, prompting the Premier League side to make their move. "Spurs have confirmed, due to a lack of playing time, [Clarke] will be recalled in the January transfer window," Leeds chief executive Angus Kinnear wrote in his programme notes on Boxing Day. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/tottenham-to-recall-clarke-from-unproductive-leeds-loan/3xo9p3jbfpxd156f1vxgxsr9c" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Tottenham to recall Clarke

Huddersfield Town striker Steve Mounie may get a move from the Championship to Ligue 1 this January says Get French Football News on Twitter. L'Equipe first reported that Nimes were interested in the forward, who has made 10 appearances in the English Second Tier this season, scoring once. According to the new report, negotiations are ongoing for the man who spent a season on loan at Nimes in 2015-16.

Mounie a Nimes target

Paris Saint-Germain may have a struggle to keep Eric-Maxim Choupa-Moting as Fenerbahce seek to tempt him with a move to Turkey. The Cameroon international is out of contract at the end of the season and is the Super Lig club's number one target. If he were to leave it might cause PSG sporting director Leonardo a headache as Edison Cavani is also likely to leave say <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/mercato-psg-choupo-moting-serait-la-priorite-dun-club-etranger-486074" target="_blank">Le 10 Sport</a>.

Fenerbahce chase Choupa-Moting

Defender Gilberto has joined Fluminense from Fiorentina on a permanent basis, having moved to the Brazilian side on loan earlier this year. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> OFFICIAL | 📋 Morars Junior <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gilberto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gilberto</a> joins <a href="https://twitter.com/FluminenseFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FluminenseFC</a> ✍️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForzaViola?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForzaViola</a> 💜 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Fiorentina?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Fiorentina</a> . <a href="https://t.co/3fKq17XUyz">pic.twitter.com/3fKq17XUyz</a> — ACF Fiorentina English 🇺🇸🇬🇧 (@ACFFiorentinaEN) <a href="https://twitter.com/ACFFiorentinaEN/status/1210200657992519685?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2019</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Gilberto makes permanent Fluminense switch

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has confirmed that the club are in contract negotiations with Willian. The Brazilian scored both goals in the club's 2-0 victory at Tottenham Hotspur earlier this month, and his manager is keen to keep him at Stamford for the forseeable future. The winger's current deal expires at the end of the season, but Lampard wants the 31-year-old to remain in west London. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/lampard-confirms-chelsea-in-discussions-with-willian-over/g0fkhxxlwedv1lh9d756bnut6" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Chelsea in contract discussions with Willian

Manchester City made a £70 million offer for Barcelona hero Lionel Messi because of a misunderstanding, former CEO Garry Cook has revealed. City tried their luck with a big offer for the Argentina international after someone misunderstood what Pairoj Piempongsant, who worked with the club's owner, said in a meeting. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-city-bid-barcelona-star-messi/1f8zkrshzy5bsz7nssx8xgofs" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

How Man City came to bid for Messi

AC Milan have made Barcelona defender Jean-Clair Todibo their top target for the January transfer window,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-priorita-todibo-38440" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>&nbsp;reports. The 19-year-old has made just two appearances in La Liga this season, but several teams are interested in signing him next month. Barca are reluctant to let him go on loan and instead hope to sell him for around €20 million (£17m/$22m). Milan, however, are hopeful of a loan deal with an option to buy for €15m (£13m/$17m).

Barca's Todibo tops AC Milan shopping list

Arsenal are eager to sign Adrien Rabiot on loan from Juventus in January,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/mikel-arteta-eyes-loan-move-for-juventus-midfielder-adrien-rabiot-kfh8xt6lf" target="_blank">The Times</a>&nbsp;reports. The French midfielder has struggled to settle in at the Bianconeri since joining on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer transfer window. Arsenal's new manager Mikel Arteta feels he would be a good addition to the midfield, but Juve are reportedly reluctant to let him go on a temporary basis next month.

Arsenal target Rabiot loan move

Juventus reluctant to let midfielder leave

Celtic boss Neil Lennon has warned fans that they may have to wait until Deadline Day of the January transfer window for any new signings to arrive, claims <a href="https://www.thenational.scot/sport/18121955.neil-lennon-celtic-may-need-wait-deadline-day-strengthen---fans-must-patient/" target="_blank">The National</a>. The Glasgow outfit have been linked with moves for Brazilian defender Fabricio Bruno and Slovenian striker Andraz Sporar in recent days, but Lennon has urged supporters to be patient. The club head to Dubai next week for a warm weather training camp, with Lennon suggesting that some new signings could be involved in the trip.

Lennon urges patience from Celtic fans

According to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/napoli-mertens-says-no-to-borussia-dortmund-two-clubs-in-the-run-13307" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>, Napoli forward Dries Mertens has rejected a move to Borussia Dortmund, and instead will look to see out his current contract with the Serie A side. The 32-year-old's current deal expires next summer, and he has attracted interest from both Inter and Atletico Madrid, with Dortmund set to miss out this January.

Mertens says no to Dortmund

Torino goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu will leave the club next summer if they fail to secure a Europa League spot this season, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/torino-sirigu-likely-to-leave-next-summer-if-the-club-don-t-qual-84525" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. Despite becoming a fan favourite at the Serie A side, the Italian has emphasised his desire to play in European competition before he gets too old, and will look for that elsewhere if his current club fail to land a place in next season's Europa League. Torino currently sit tenth in the league table, with Sirigu keen to leave should they finish below sixth.

Sirigu to leave Torino if they fail to clinch European spot

According to the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-make-80m-leicester-21152403" target="_blank">Daily Star</a>, Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident that he can lure Leicester City and England midfielder James Maddison to Old Trafford next summer. The 23-year-old is reportedly close to agreeing a new deal with the Foxes, but the Manchester club believe they have what it takes to persuade Maddison to join the club, where he would become a key figure under Solskjaer.

Man Utd confident of landing Maddison

Julian Draxler is wanted by Bundesliga outfit Hertha Berlin, with new manager Jurgen Klinsmann keen on securing the 26-year-old's services in January. PSG are reportedly open to selling Draxler should the right fee arrive, with Klinsmann prioritising the midfielder as he looks to bolster his squad for the second half of the season. <a href="https://www.goal.com/fr/news/julian-draxler-dans-le-viseur-du-hertha/1c7fql7nnbt341vmv1tit8p5wp" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Draxler wanted by Hertha

Despite suggesting that the club would not be making any moves in the January transfer window, Saint-Etienne boss Claude Puel believes the loan signature of RB Leipzig attacker Matheus Cunha is still on the cards. The Ligue 1 side are set to enter formal negotiations for the 20-year-old, who joined the German outfit last summer after impressing at Swiss club Sion. But Cunha has found playing time hard to come by this season, and according to <a href="http://www.footmercato.net/flash-mercato/info-fm-saint-etienne-negocie-le-pret-de-matheus-cunha_269278" target="_blank">footmercato</a>, Saint-Etienne are confident that a loan without an option to purchase deal can be made in the coming days.

Saint-Etienne targeting Brazilian youngster

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud believes a return to Ligue 1 is his best chance of clinching a spot in the France national team&nbsp;ahead of Euro 2020 next summer. The 33-year-old finds himself behind Tammy Abraham and Michy Batshuayi in the pecking order at Stamford Bridge, and <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/En-manque-de-temps-de-jeu-a-chelsea-olivier-giroud-pourrait-retrouver-la-l1/1093439" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a> are reporting that Giroud is eyeing a return to the French top flight.

Giroud targeting Ligue 1 to increase playing time

Celtic have set their sights on Cruzeiro defender Fabricio Bruno, and could even land him for free after an ongoing contract dispute between the 23-year-old and the Brazilian club. They were relegated to the Brazilian second division for the first time in their history earlier this month, and the <a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/fabricio-bruno-scouted-celtic-transfer-21156607" target="_blank">Daily Record </a>are reporting that the Scottish side could capitalise on Cruzeiro's current financial situation by taking one of their players off their hands.

Celtic eyeing Cruzeiro defender

According to <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-news-arteta-martinelli-transfers-17473247" target="_blank">football.london</a>, Arsenal duo Mesut Ozil and Shkodran Mustafi could depart the club in January. The pair have been linked with an exit from the north London side for some time now, and could finally make their move under new boss Mikel Arteta, as the Spaniard looks to completely rebuild his squad.

Arsenal pair on their way out?

Borussia Dortmund's transfer demand of&nbsp;​£100 million to sign Jadon Sancho won't be met by Chelsea, reports the <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1220743/Chelsea-Decision-On-Jadon-Sancho-Transfer-January-Borussia-Dortmund-100m-Demand" target="_blank">Express Sport</a>.&nbsp; The Blues remain interested in the English teenager but won't pay such a significant sum for him.&nbsp; Along with Sancho, Chelsea are also reportedly keeping tabs on Wilfried Zaha and Timo Werner.&nbsp;

Chelsea won't pay £100m Sancho 

Brighton coach Graham Potter has declared the club future of veteran striker Glenn Murray is up to him.&nbsp; In an interview with <a href="https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/18121684.potter-will-let-glenn-murray-decide-next-step-hopes-stays/" target="_blank">The Argus</a>, Potter suggested he wouldn't intervene should Murray decide to leave in January with Championship clubs reportedly interested in his services.&nbsp; “He has been really important in what we have achieved here so far," Potter said.&nbsp; “At the same time I respect his career, I respect where he is at and what he has done for this club. “Ultimately, Glenn decides really in that respect but hopefully he wants to stay here and be a part of what we are doing. He has been great for us.”

Murray to decide Brighton future

Wolves boss&nbsp;​Nuno Espirito Santo is contemplating a busy January as he looks to strengthen his squad.&nbsp; Asked about possible transfers, the manager conceded it's a topic very much on his mind. "Every moment of the day, I'm thinking," Nuno said.&nbsp;"I'm thinking about how things can be better for us – every day. It's every day." Wolves are currently sixth in the Premier League and are through to the knockout stages of the Europa League.&nbsp;

Wolves boss thinking about transfers 'every day'

An unnamed Adelaide United player is attracting strong interest from several top clubs throughout Asia, reports <a href="https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/sport/football/local-soccer-sa/adelaide-united-may-lose-one-of-its-key-players-when-the-transfer-window-opens-next-week/news-story/d390c1e8eb5533bda549566fe3db5b9e" target="_blank">The Advertiser</a>.&nbsp; The A-League club are readying themselves for serious offers for the 'key' player&nbsp;when the Australian transfer window opens in 2020.&nbsp; The player in question reportedly has a cheap buyout clause in his contract making him an easy target come January.&nbsp;

Adelaide United star wanted in Asia

Tottenham&nbsp;manager Jose&nbsp;Mourinho&nbsp;has stressed the club won't be spending big in January and will likely never be the "kings of the market". Spurs ended their transfer drought over the summer by signing Tanguy&nbsp;Ndombele, Ryan&nbsp;Sessegnon,&nbsp;Giovani&nbsp;Lo&nbsp;Celso&nbsp;and Jack Clarke.&nbsp; But with a new manager at the helm following Mauricio&nbsp;Pochettino's&nbsp;sacking and the club currently seventh in the Premier League, the possibility of more&nbsp;reinforcements has been floated.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/mourinho-tottenham-will-never-be-kings-of-the-transfer/1ps9nb8dewso41nmyemtmpsu7w" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Mourinho: Spurs will never be kings of transfers

Yari&nbsp;Verschaeren is attracting the attention of&nbsp;Wolverhampton, Leicester City and Aston Villa, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/anderlecht-verschaeren-piace-in-premier-league-36097" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The 18-year-old midfielder has starred in Belgium for Anderlecht this season and despite currently being out injured, is attracting serious interest from the Premier League.&nbsp; Verschaeren has already appeared twice for Belgium's senior team and scored from the spot in their 9-0 win over San Marino in October.&nbsp;

Premier League trio circling Anderlecht teenager

Mikel&nbsp;Arteta&nbsp;has declared his admiration for Arsenal midfielder&nbsp;Granit&nbsp;Xhaka, revealing he was interested&nbsp;in bringing him to Manchester City when he started as Pep&nbsp;Guardiola's&nbsp;assistant. Xhaka's&nbsp;future at the Gunners has looked bleak since he reacted angrily to fan abuse earlier in the season, with former manager&nbsp;Unai&nbsp;Emery even conceding he would likely be moved on in January. But with less than a week until&nbsp;the transfer window re-opens,&nbsp;Arteta&nbsp;has given the Swiss international&nbsp;hope that he may have a future with the club. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arteta-reveals-xhaka-was-on-his-man-city-transfer-list/1kpkzqf5yvw7t1e28qbntv9ivu" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Arteta reveals Xhaka was on his Man City transfer list

Manchester City are keeping tabs on&nbsp;Villarreal’s Pau Torres and Benfica’s Ruben Dias as they contemplate signing a defender in January, according to the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2019/12/25/manchester-city-scouts-identify-defensive-reinforcements-despite/" target="_blank">Telegraph</a>. While Pep Guardiola has ruled out transfer activity next month, the club haven't completely closed the door on&nbsp;adding to a squad short on defensive options.&nbsp; Both Torres and Dias are only 22 and viewed as two of the best young defenders in Europe.&nbsp;

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