Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man City consider Benzema swoop

Hirving Lozano could be set to make a dream move to Real Madrid, according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/hirving-lozano-acerca-real-madrid-20211129.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The Mexico international's performances for Napoli have caught the attention of the Santiago Bernabeu side, who believe he could replace Gareth Bale when he leaves next summer.

Real Madrid want Lozano to replace Bale

<a href="https://theathletic.com/2980184/2021/11/29/ornstein-pogba-options-open-1k-week-carroll-newcastle-director-football/?source=emp_shared_article " target="_blank">The Athletic</a> claims that the arrival of Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United could see Paul Pogba perform a U-turn in his future plans.The French midfielder is currently running his contract down towards free agency, but there is now a new coach in place at Old Trafford and he could convince a World Cup winner to stay put.

Rangnick arrival to prompt Pogba U-turn? (The Athletic)

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric is open to a move to Manchester City - according to <a href="https://www.superdeporte.es/futbol/2021/11/27/alerta-madrid-evitar-caso-ramos-60036300.html" target="_self">SuperDeporte</a>.The 36-year-old is approaching the final six months of his contract and Pep Guardiola would be interested in bringing him to Etihad Stadium on a free transfer.Modric has been offered a fresh one-year deal by Real, but he wants his future secured through to at least 2024.

Modric open to Man City move (SuperDeporte)

Manchester United forward Anthony Martial is the subject of interest from Barcelona - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/barca-pregunto-martial-12913486" target="_self">SPORT</a>.The Blaugrana are looking at the 25-year-old as a potential replacement for Sergio Aguero, whose career has been jeopardised by a serious heart problem.Martial is currently out of favour at Manchester United and is approaching the final two years of his contract.

Barcelona interested in Martial (SPORT)

French striker emerges on Blaugrana radar

Manchester City are considering a swoop for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/manchester-city-pep-guardiola-florentino-perez-karim-benzema_675848_102.html" target="_self">La Nacional</a>.The Premier League champions could move for the 33-year-old when he enters the final year of his contract in June 2022.Real will be reluctant to let Benzema leave, though, given his influence in upfront remains as strong as ever so far this season.

Man City consider Benzema swoop (El Nacional)

Real star touted for Premier League switch

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Bayern to battle Chelsea for Chiesa (Schira)

The Bavarians are eager to add the Euro 2020 standout to their already formidable attack

Real Betis president Angel Haro is optimistic about tying coach Manuel Pellegrini and star player Nabil Fekir to new contracts.The contracts of both figures expire in June 2023 and Haro has said: "Before the end of the season I would like to have Pellegrini renewed," adding that: "There is dialogue with Fekir, he is happy and the circumstances are there."

Betis in talks to renew Fekir contract

The battle to sign Boubacar Kamara is heating up.The midfielder has already attracted interest from AC Milan and Juventus, according to <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/calcio-estero/non-solo-milan-e-juventus-su-kamara-barcellona-e-bayern-spingono-per-il-centrocampista-1615263" target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a>, but Barcelona and Bayern Munich have also entered the picture and could make offers.

Barca & Bayern join Kamara race

River Plate hope to convince Julian Alvarez to snub interest from Europe and sign a new deal with the Argentine side.AC Milan, Inter, Fiorentina, Sevilla and Bayer Leverkusen have all been linked to the attacker, but River Plate vice-president Jorge&nbsp;Brito&nbsp;has told reporters: "We believe that Julian still has a lot to give to the team, we want to renew Julián's contract.&nbsp;Then we are aware of the moment he is going through and that regardless of the fact that a specific offer has not yet been presented to us, he is an attractive player for the main clubs in the world, and in this regard we have always been very aware that contracts must be respected."

Sevilla and Inter target Alvarez to be offered new contract

Barcelona could make a bid for Benfica left-back Alejandro Grimaldo, says <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/grimaldo-sigue-ganando-puestos-agenda-fc-barcelona-20211129.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The Camp Nou outfit are eager to invest in the position as they look for cover for Jordi Alba and see the 26-year-old, who spent eight years in the Barca youth system before moving to Portugal, as a solid option.

Barca eye Benfica star Grimaldo

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After talks on behalf of both sides, Renato Gaúcho is no longer the coach at the Clube de Regatas do Flamengo. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CRF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CRF</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FLAEnglish?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FLAEnglish</a>— Flamengo (@Flamengo_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/Flamengo_en/status/1465372784473878533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Renato Gaucho leaves Flamengo

Juventus and Atalanta are fishing in similar waters as they look to strengthen their squads over the next two transfer windows.Reports in Italy last weekend claimed the two Serie A sides are eyeing moves for Pisa star Lorenzo Lucca and Frosinone's Federico Gatti.But <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/serie-a/juventus/2021/11/27-87406626/juve_e_atalanta_che_sfida_sul_mercato_duello_per_lucca_e_gatti" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a> says the pair are also looking at another option, as Mattia Viti has caught their attention with his performances in the Italian top-flight for Empoli.

Juventus and Atalanta move for Viti

AC Milan are considering a move for Torino defender Bremer as they look to strengthen in defence, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-la-difesa-balla-parte-la-caccia-a-un-nuovo-tomori-i-nomi-99062" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The Rossoneri hope to bring in another star defender like Fikayo Tomori, who has become an integral part of the team.Bremer is their top choice, having impressed in Serie A already, but they face competition from Inter and could end up turning to the likes of Antonio Rudiger or Loic Bade as alternatives.

AC Milan eye Bremer as solution to defensive issue

Theo Hernandez is next in line for a new contract at San Siro, claims <a href="https://www.milannews.it/primo-piano/mn-milan-theo-avanzata-formalmente-la-prima-offerta-di-rinnovo-al-francese-i-dettagli-431967 " target="_blank">Milan News</a>.The The French defender has been with AC Milan since 2019 and has made impressive progress during his time in Italy.

Hernandez next in line for new Milan deal

Nabil Fekir is, according to <a href="https://www.transfermarketweb.com/liga/liga-a-huge-blow-in-arsenal-s-bid-to-seal-transfer-of-la-liga-star-227311 " target="_blank">TransferMarketWeb</a>, ready to frustrate Arsenal in the winter window.The French playmaker has been a long-standing target for the Gunners, and has come close to joining Liverpool in the past, but he is now settled in Spain at Real Betis and not looking to leave for England.

Fekir set to frustrate Arsenal

Dani Olmo remains a top target for Barcelona heading towards the winter window, claims <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211129/1001718797/dani-olmo-sigue-agenda-barca-hay-reunion-prevista.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.The Spain international is currently in Germany with RB Leipzig, but he is a product of the famed La Masia academy system in Catalunya.

Olmo still registering on Barca’s radar

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“When the opportunity to join the Bulls arrived, it was one I couldn’t turn down."<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeAreTheBulls?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeAreTheBulls</a> <a href="https://t.co/u7W0d1YWXR">https://t.co/u7W0d1YWXR</a>— Macarthur FC (@mfcbulls) <a href="https://twitter.com/mfcbulls/status/1465123354554343426?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Ex-Watford star Mariappa heads to the A-League

Arsenal won't let Mohamed Elneny out of his contract in January - according to <a href="https://www.milligazete.com.tr/haber/8335054/mohamed-elneny-icin-resmi-aciklama-geldi" target="_self">Millie Gazete</a>.The 29-year-old has been heavily linked with a free transfer to El Ahly in the winter transfer window.The Gunners won't terminate Elneny's six months early, though, meaning he will have to wait before heading back to his homeland in Egypt.

Arsenal won't let Elneny leave in January

Lille winger Jonathan Ikone has verbally agreed to move to Fiorentina - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/fiorentina-intesa-di-massima-con-ikone-60805" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 23-year-old is expected to complete a switch to Italy next year, despite still being under contract at Stade Pierre Mauroy until 2023.Ikone has appeared in 19 games across all competitions for Lille this term, scoring twice.

Lille winger Ikone agrees Fiorentina switch

Jose Mourinho wants to bring Barcelona forward Memphis Depay to Roma - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/mourinho-ha-estat-el-primer-en-preguntar-pel-titular-del-barca-que-xavi-hernandez-no-dubtara-en_675785_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.The Dutchman only moved to Camp Nou from Lyon in the summer, but the Blaugrana may consider selling him next year as they continue to try and clear their record debts.Roma could acquire Depay for around €40 million (£34m/$45m), with Mourinho eyeing a reunion with a man he previously worked with at Manchester United.

Mourinho wants Depay at Roma

West Ham are ready to make a move for out of favour Liverpool defender Nat Phillips, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-west-ham-lay-groundwork-to-sign-monster-phillips-as-price-tag-revealed/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Hammers are eager to bolster their centre-half ranks in January and are willing to offer a man that has slipped back down the pecking order at Anfield the regular game time he craves.

West Ham want Liverpool defender Phillips

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tayfun <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Korkut?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Korkut</a> will take over until the end of the season. ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/PBI6BFpuXx">https://t.co/PBI6BFpuXx</a> ⬅️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaHoHe?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaHoHe</a> <a href="https://t.co/i5TWXHWcdS">pic.twitter.com/i5TWXHWcdS</a>— Hertha BSC (EN) (@HerthaBSC_EN) <a href="https://twitter.com/HerthaBSC_EN/status/1465249392923926531?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Changes in the dugout at Hertha

Barcelona remain hopeful that Manchester City can be talked into doing a part-exchange deal for Ferran Torres, claims <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211129/1001718886/ferran-torres.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.The likes of Sergino Dest, Philippe Coutinho and Samuel Umtiti could be used as makeweights in a bid to take a Spain international forward back to his homeland.

Barca still hoping to use makeweight in Torres deal

Steven Gerrard is ready to sanction sales for three forwards at Aston Villa during the January transfer window, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-traore-one-of-three-aston-villa-stars-in-line-for-january-exits/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.Bertrand Traore, Anwar El Ghazi and Trezeguet are all surplus to requirements as a new manager looks to put his stamp on a squad inherited from Dean Smith.

Villa ready to part with three forwards

Juventus believe they can win the race for in-demand Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic, reports <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/allegri-i-la-juventus-deixen-laporta-en-fora-de-joc-amb-50-quilos-al-gener-el-jugador-accepta_675779_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>.The Serbia international has been heavily linked with leading sides across Europe, including Manchester City and Barcelona, but Turin heavyweights feel they can keep him in Serie A.

Juve hoping to win the race for Vlahovic

Newcastle have submitted an offer for Inter midfielder Marcelo Brozovic - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-brozovic-si-entra-nel-vivo-in-settimana-il-nuovo-incontro--51406" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.As it stands, the 29-year-old will be free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with the Magpies in January.However, Inter are determined to tie Brozovic down to fresh terms and are ready to increase his yearly salary to €7 million.

Newcastle submit Brozovic offer

Roma have identified Rangers winger Ianis Hagis as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1464926038488752139?s=20" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.The 23-year-old, who is the son of Romania legend Gheorghe, could be sold next year despite still being under contract until 2024.Roma are poised to swoop for Hagi, but could face competition from French outfit Lyon.

Roma target Rangers winger Hagi

Liverpool have moved on from their interest in injured Rennes star Jeremy Doku and shifted their sights to his team-mate Kamaldeen Sulemana, writes <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/liverpool-olvida-doku-nueva-joya-rennes-20211128.html" target="_blank">Fichajes.net</a>.At 19 years old, Sulemana is the same age as Doku, but the Reds apparently slightly prefer his pressing style and appreciate his lower price tag.

Liverpool move on from Doku

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Stevenage announce Tisdale

Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele has no interest in re-signing with the team and will seek a new organisation as a free agent, according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/dembele-quiere-imitar-mbappe-12912801" target="_blank">SPORT</a>.Despite frequent injury problems, the 24-year-old is expected to receive significant interest, with Newcastle reported as a team following his situation.

Dembele almost certain to become free agent

The Barcelona star wants a fresh start at another club

Boubacar Kamara has rejected four contract renewal offers from Marseille and could leave the club on a free transfer in the summer, according to <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a9108553325134653802-om-boubacar-kamara-sur-les-tablettes-du-bayern-munich-et-du-fc-barcelone" target="_blank">Foot Mercato</a>.And <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/obiettivo-milan-kamara-ha-detto-no-a-quattro-offerte-43957" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> writes that the 22-year-old defensive midfielder is being tracked by AC Milan, along with a host of other top clubs.

Kamara rejects four Marseille offers with Milan interested

Stuttgart want to sign defender Hiroki Ito on a permanent basis after an impressive beginning to his loan spell from Jubilo Iwata, writes <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/kaufoption-im-januar-vfb-stuttgart-will-japaner-ito-fest-verpflichten-78380364.bild.html">Bild</a>.Ito, 22, scored his first Bundesliga goal against Mainz on Friday.

Stuttgart want permanent Ito move

Manchester United will offload midfielder Donny van de Beek and goalkeeper Dean Henderson in January but are not expected to make any major additions, writes the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10251221/Donny-van-Beek-Dean-Henderson-moved-Manchester-United-January.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.Both players have found time on the pitch difficult to come by this year and Ralf Rangnick is reported to want a smaller squad.

Van de Beek & Henderson to be offloaded

Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira is wanted by Saudi side Al-Nassr after he led his club to Sudamerica glory, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/Glongari/status/1465062928000892931?s=20" target="_blank">Gianluigi Longari</a>.Ferreira, 42, is said to desire a move beyond South America having been in Europe during his playing career and briefly coaching at Braga.

Ferreira receives Saudi interest

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