Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd consider moves for Can & Longstaff

Chelsea have had a €40 million (£34m/$45m) offer for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele knocked back, according to <a href="http://www.footmercato.net/ligue-1/transferts/info-fm-l-ol-repousse-une-offre-de-40-meur-pour-moussa-dembele_270837" target="_blank">FootMercato</a>. The former Celtic star has generated plenty of interest from the PRemier League, but his current employers in Ligue 1 have no intention of selling.

Chelsea see Dembele bid knocked back

Emre Can&nbsp;and&nbsp;Sean Longstaff are among the midfield options being considered by Manchester United, reports <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4025380/manchester-united-eye-emre-can-sean-longstaff-to-ease-injury-crisis-sources" target="_blank">ESPN.</a> The Red Devils are in need of reinforcements after losing Paul Pogba and Scott McTominay to injury, with proven performers at Juventus and Newcastle emerging as possible targets.

Man Utd consider moves for Can & Longstaff

Dinamo Zagreb attacking midfielder Dani Olmo has revealed that former club Barcelona have entered talks to bring the 21-year-old back to the Catalan club. “It makes me happy that the rumours have become a concrete proposal and that Barca considered the possibility of bringing me back home,” Olmo said in an interview with L'Esportiu. “I spent six years at La Masia and they tought me life-long values. “If there is an agreement between both clubs then it is better to leave now, as soon as possible.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/olmo-wants-barca-return-as-soon-as-possible-as-blaugrana/2uhkram8hxkb1jycxqzxjsth5" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Olmo wants Barca return 'as soon as possible'

Atalanta-owned Dejan Kulusevski has arrived at Juventus to undergo medical tests ahead of completing a move to the Serie A champions. Juve will reportedly pay €35 million (£30m/$39m) to land the midfielder and although the 19-year-old had been widely expected to return to Parma, where he's currently on loan, Maurizio Sarri's side are pushing to have the youngster available to them in January. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/kulusevski-arrives-for-medical-ahead-of-35m-juventus-move/a7mk68xsx2v51mmlui1vu4i9v" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a> <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Dejan <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kulusevski?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kulusevski</a>'s <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JMedical?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JMedical</a> visit! — JuventusFC (@juventusfcen) <a href="https://twitter.com/juventusfcen/status/1212666298003537921?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Kulusevski arrives for Juve medical

Inter are taking in the Italian winter break at the top of the Serie A table, but head coach Antonio Conte is not resting on his laurels. <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/inter-to-redeem-sensi-as-well-as-sign-vidal-53663" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> say that they're looking at bringing Arturo Vidal to Milan from Barcelona to add steel to the midfield. The addition of the Chile interntational, and the return of Stefano Sensi, who started the season impressively before getting injured, are Conte's prime wishes, says the report.

Inter look to Vidal to boost midfield

Barcelona man may return to Italy this winter

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Colombian international midfielder Yimmi Chara has been signed as a Designated Player from Brazilian Série A side Clube Atlético Mineiro. DETAILS | <a href="https://t.co/lFXJH9bJ5w">https://t.co/lFXJH9bJ5w</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCTID?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCTID</a> <a href="https://t.co/vlxiX8pa51">pic.twitter.com/vlxiX8pa51</a> — Portland Timbers (@TimbersFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimbersFC/status/1212797986784198656?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Yimmi Chara completes move to Portland Timbers

Aston Villa are ready to launch a bid for Stoke goalkeeper Jack Butland - according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7846227/Aston-Villa-eye-Stoke-goalkeeper-Jack-Butland-Tom-Heaton-set-lengthy-period-injured.html?__twitter_impression=true&amp;__twitter_impression=true" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. Villa's first-choice goalkeeper Tom Heaton sustained an injury during Thursday's 2-1 win at Burnley, which looks likely to keep him out of action for a significant period. Dean Smith may look to Butland to plug the gap, with the 26-year-old's current deal at Stoke due to expire next year.

Villa prepare bid for Butland

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ❤️💙 Bentornato al Genoa, <a href="https://twitter.com/MattiaPerin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MattiaPerin</a>! ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/UhkC3gkG0d">https://t.co/UhkC3gkG0d</a> <a href="https://t.co/JvqEkRFFDy">pic.twitter.com/JvqEkRFFDy</a> — Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/GenoaCFC/status/1212775338889162752?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Perin returns to Genoa on loan from Juve

Arsenal have joined the race to sign Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake - according to the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2020/01/02/arsenal-join-january-battle-sign-nathan-ake-calum-chambers-injury/" target="_blank">Telegraph</a>. Calum Chambers suffered a cruciate ligament injury in a 2-0 win over Manchester United on New Year's Day, which has left the Gunners short on options at centre-back. Arsenal are now considering a swoop for Ake, but Chelsea, Tottenham and Everton have also been credited with an interest in the 24-year-old.

Arsenal join race to sign Ake

Juventus&nbsp;have completed the transfer of&nbsp;Atalanta&nbsp;star Dejan Kulusevski, with the player set to spend the rest of the season on loan at&nbsp;Parma.&nbsp; Kulusevski, 19, has impressed during his temporary spell with Parma, scoring four goals from midfield during the current&nbsp;Serie A&nbsp;campaign.&nbsp; And while he will complete the term with his current club, 2020-1 will see the youngster line up in Turin after he sealed a&nbsp;€35 million (£30m/$39m) switch on Thursday. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/juventus-complete-35m-kulusevski-signing-from-atalanta/139tlo6k5ln6c1a2gpp4ugovx1" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Juventus complete €35m Kulusevski signing

Sheffield United have joined Aston Villa, Southampton and Burnley in the race to sign Nice midfielder Adrien Tameze on loan, claim the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2020/01/02/sheffield-united-join-race-sign-nice-midfielder-adrien-tameze/" target="_blank">Telegraph</a>. The 25-year-old has made a handful of first-team appearances for Patrick Vieira's side this season but is set to be sent out on loan to seek regular football. United may move quickly now the window is open, as Chris Wilder looks to ease the workload on his midfielders going into the new year.

Blades enter race for Tameze

West Ham are ready to make a bid for Inter striker Gabriel Barbosa - known as Gabigol - according to&nbsp;<a href="https://sport.sky.it/" target="_blank">Sky Sport Italia</a>. The 23-year-old Brazil international spent 2019 on loan at Flamengo, scoring 43 goals in 59 games and claiming a Brazilian Serie A and Copa Libertadores double. However, Flamengo are not thought to be able to afford the transfer fee demanded by Inter, paving the way for the Hammers to make a bid.

West Ham chasing Inter hotshot Gabigol

New Juventus signing Dejan Kulusevski will spend the rest of the season on loan at Parma, according to his agent. The 19-year-old Swedish international has been on loan there from Atalanta this campaign, impressing with four goals in 17 Serie A games. Agent Stefano Sem told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.svt.se/sport/fotboll/kulusevski-spelar-i-parma-sasongen-ut" target="_blank">SVT</a>&nbsp;that Juve wanted him to join immediately, but Parma's president Pietro Pizzarotti wasn't&nbsp;willing to see him leave.

Juve signing Kulusevski to finish season at Parma

League One side Portsmouth have signed 22-year-old left-back Steve Seddon on loan from Birmingham. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pompey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pompey</a> have signed left-back Steve Seddon on loan from <a href="https://twitter.com/BCFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCFC</a> until the end of the season 💙 Welcome to the club, Steve! — Portsmouth FC (@Pompey) <a href="https://twitter.com/Pompey/status/1212780627323424769?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Pompey sign Seddon on loan

Nice midfielder Wylan Cyprien is a target for Aston Villa, according to <a href="https://video.eurosport.fr/football/transferts/2019-2020/video-une-nouvelle-offre-pour-tousart-cyprien-courtise-en-angleterre.-les-infos-de-manu-lonjon_vid1275037/video.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport</a>. However, the 24-year-old is not believed to be interested in a switch to Villa Park. Former France youth international Cyprien has played more than 100 times for Nice since joining from Lens in 2016.

Cyprien not interested in Villa move

Former Liverpool left-back Emiliano Insua has signed for MLS side LA Galaxy. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🇦🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/EmilianoInsua?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EmilianoInsua</a> is coming to Los Angeles 🔥🌴 <a href="https://t.co/YmckAI344g">pic.twitter.com/YmckAI344g</a> — LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAGalaxy/status/1212789796256374784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Insua heads to LA

Middlesbrough have taken 22-year-old Manchester City winger Patrick Roberts on loan until the end of the season, after his previous stint at Norwich was cut short. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Welcome to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Boro?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Boro</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/patrick7roberts?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@patrick7roberts</a>! 👋🔴⚪️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UTB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UTB</a> — Middlesbrough FC (@Boro) <a href="https://twitter.com/Boro/status/1212795760506474508?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Boro take Man City's Roberts on loan

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> OFICIAL | Rafael Dudamel renuncia como seleccionador nacional. <a href="https://t.co/xI3Smklv3W">pic.twitter.com/xI3Smklv3W</a> — La Vinotinto (@SeleVinotinto) <a href="https://twitter.com/SeleVinotinto/status/1212774323146166280?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Dudamel steps down as Venezuela manager

Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves has emerged as a transfer target for Real Madrid -&nbsp;according to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/futbol/laliga/jorge-mendes-lo-regala-real-madrid-florentino-perez-lo-piensa" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. The Blancos are considering launching a bid for the 22-year-old, but may have to pay up to €65 million ($73m, £55m) to secure his signature. Neves has been ever-present for Wolves in the Premier League this term, with two goals and an assist to his name from 21 outings.

Real Madrid eyeing Ruben Neves

Mikel Arteta says he is not thinking about the prospect of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaving&nbsp;Arsenal&nbsp;during the January transfer window. Aubameyang has been linked with&nbsp;Barcelona,&nbsp;Real Madrid&nbsp;and&nbsp;Inter&nbsp;after having hit 13 Premier League goals this season, despite the Gunners' poor run of form that led to Unai Emery's departure. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/i-want-him-here-arteta-not-considering-arsenal-without/6kp3595intj01jrci6ydpqr2g" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Arteta not considering Arsenal without Aubameyang

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🔴⚫ And <a href="https://twitter.com/Ibra_official?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Ibra_official</a>'s jersey number is... 🥁 🔴⚫ Ibra ha scelto il numero... 🥁<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IZBACK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IZBACK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SempreMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SempreMilan</a> <a href="https://t.co/FIPz2IGB0F">pic.twitter.com/FIPz2IGB0F</a> — AC Milan (@acmilan) <a href="https://twitter.com/acmilan/status/1212763707576639488?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Milan reveal Zlatan's new shirt number

Barcelona are set to allow defender Nelson Semedo to leave the club this summer, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/cumbre-para-salida-semedo-7791291" target="_blank">Sport</a>. The Portugal international has struggled to hold down a starting berth at Camp Nou this summer, with Sergi Roberto preferred at right-back. And the Blaugrana are looking to cash in come the end of the season, with Manchester United seen as a potential suitor.

Semedo to leave Barca this summer

Atletico Madrid have emerged as an option for AC Milan winger Samu Castillejo in the January window, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/espanyol/samu-castillejo-cerca-espanyol-cesion-7792261" target="_blank">Sport</a>. The former Villarreal wideman has made just four starts for the Rossoneri this term and looks set to depart San Siro in the coming weeks. Espanyol have opened talks regarding a loan deal until the end of the season, but Atleti are also monitoring the situation.

Atletico keen on Milan winger Castillejo

Pep Guardiola could walk away from Manchester City at the end of the season, according to one of the club's former midfielders. Guardiola's contract at the Etihad Stadium runs through until 2021, but there have been suggestions that he could depart before that date given City's struggles this term. And Michael Brown is of the opinion that the ex-Barcelona boss is coming towards the end of his tenure at the Premier League champions. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/guardiola-could-quit-man-city-in-the-summer-says-former/1oiegit6xu1ly1602k8e775hv6" target="_blank">Read the full story right here!</a>

'Guardiola could leave Man City this summer'

One of the biggest deals of the January window so far saw <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/weigl-leaves-borussia-dortmund-for-benfica-in-20m-move/gmywawwbveza1t4uwrujaud1b" target="_blank">Borussia Dortmund midfielder Julian Weigl join Benfica</a> in a deal worth&nbsp;€20m&nbsp;(£17m/$22m). The Germany international has previously been coveted by Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City, but is now heading for Portugal. But how did his stock fall so dramatically?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/weigl-could-have-been-at-psg-or-man-city-so-why-has-he-moved/jckjo34hpo6b1f3mdwe9998t3" target="_blank">Goal's&nbsp;Ronan Murphy has broken it down...</a>

Why did Weigl agree Benfica move?

Benfica are open to offers for midfielder Gedson Fernandes, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/11899778/gedson-fernandes-manchester-united-target-available-as-benfica-open-to-offers" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The Portuguese champions are keen to loan the Portugal international out for 18 months with the option for the purchasing club to buy him on a permanent basis. Manchester United are keen, with Benfica having already received enquiries from four Premier League clubs regarding Fernandes' availability. Lyon and AC Milan are also keen on the 20-year-old.

Benfica open to Fernandes offers

Aston Villa are eager to take Michy Batshuayi on loan from Premier League rivals Chelsea, claims <a href="http://www.footmercato.net/flash-mercato/info-fm-chelsea-aston-villa-veut-michy-batshuayi_270842" target="_blank">FootMercato</a>. The Belgian striker continues to struggle for game time with the Blues, with Dean Smith hoping to lure a proven performer to the West Midlands in a deal which would include a purchase option.

Villa to make bid for Batshuayi

Arsenal have, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/atletico/2020/01/02/5e0d0821ca4741f35d8b459f.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>, asked about the possible availability of Atletico Madrid winger Thomas Lemar. It has been suggested that the La Liga giants may be willing to part with the France international during the winter window.

Arsenal ask about Atletico's Lemar

Wolves have opened transfer talks regarding a deal for Leonardo Campana of Ecuadorian club Barcelona SC, claims <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11699/11899758/leonardo-campana-wolves-in-talks-to-sign-ecuadorian-striker" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The 19-year-old, who holds a Spanish passport, is held in high regard and could join the U23 ranks at Molineux if a move to England is made.

Wolves in talks to sign Barcelona striker

Manchester United have made Jack Grealish and James Maddison their top targets in an ongoing bid to find further creativity, reports <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/transfers/manchester-united-news-transfer-arsenal-james-maddison-jack-grealish-january-latest-a9267416.html" target="_blank">The Independent</a>. The Aston Villa and Leicester stars have long been linked with the Red Devils and the current window could see official approaches made.

Man Utd make Maddison & Grealish top priorities

Zaha to Chelsea?

Paul Pogba will “definitely be a&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;player at the end of the season”, says Clayton Blackmore, with the former Red Devils star seeing a World Cup winner staying at Old Trafford “for a few years yet”. The former defender has told talkSPORT: "It would surprise me if he does leave. I think he is going to be there for a few years yet." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/pogba-will-definitely-see-out-season-at-man-utd-former-red/7gew5fb9fy8d1bp7hduy74hku" target="_blank">Check out the full story here.</a>

'Pogba will definitely see out season at Man Utd'

Real Valladolid defender Mohammed Salisu is an £8.5 million target for Southampton, according to <a href="https://pucelafichajes.com/2019/12/el-southampton-planea-una-oferta-de-10-millones-de-euros-por-salisu/" target="_blank">Pucela Fichajes</a>. The Saints are eager to reinforce a leaky back line and feel a raid on the La Liga ranks could aid that cause.

Saints consider Salisu swoop

Neymar may yet decide to remain at Paris Saint-Germain past the end of the season, claims <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Psg-neymar-des-coups-d-eclat-pour-retourner-l-opinion-apres-les-tensions-de-l-ete/1094725" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>. A return to Barcelona continues to be mooted for the Brazilian, but he is enjoying working with Kylian Mbappe and wants to enjoy Champions League success in France.

Neymar could stay at PSG

Chelsea starlet Conor Gallagher is a target for West Brom and Swansea, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7843915/West-Brom-Swansea-join-race-sign-19-year-old-Chelsea-midfielder-Conor-Gallagher.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> The 19-year-old midfielder is currently taking in a loan spell at Charlton, but is expected to see that agreement cut short before heading out of Stamford Bridge again to another Championship club.

Chelsea starlet wanted by Championship duo

Inter have opened talks with Tottenham playmaker Christian Eriksen, claims <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/11899648/christian-eriksen-inter-milan-make-contact-with-tottenham-midfielders-representatives" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The Denmark international is approaching the end of his contract at Spurs and, as he will be a free agent in the summer, is allowed to speak with teams outside of England.

Inter open Eriksen talks

Paul Pogba no longer wants to be at&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;but the Red Devils need to find more suitable transfer targets than&nbsp;Aston Villa&nbsp;midfielder Jack Grealish, says Paul Parker. The former Red Devils defender has told BonusCodeBets: "If he wants to leave and the right price is being matched, I would get rid of him as soon as possible." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/pogba-doesnt-want-to-be-at-man-utd-grealish-not-the-right/1gj0wo70yrxk81gkccwmbvwt1w" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Pogba doesn’t want to be at Man Utd’

Stoke have joined the race for Liverpool duo Rhian Brewster and Curtis Jones, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/DeanJonesBR/status/1212684911343210496" target="_blank">Bleacher Report</a>. The promising pair are expected to leave Anfield on loan during the January window, with a number of Championship clubs looking to tie up deals.

Stoke ask about Brewster & Jones

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🔴⚫2 gennaio 2020: il ritorno di <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ibrahimovic?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ibrahimovic</a> al <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Milan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Milan</a>. Ecco lo sbarco a Linate <a href="https://twitter.com/MilanNewsit?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MilanNewsit</a> <a href="https://t.co/d8OTTyYh8i">pic.twitter.com/d8OTTyYh8i</a>— Antonio Vitiello (@AntoVitiello) <a href="https://twitter.com/AntoVitiello/status/1212683440346284032?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ibrahimovic in Milan to finalise return

Borussia Dortmund have put a pricetag of €40 million (£34m/$45m) on Paco Alcacer, <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/bvb-fuer-diese-summe-laesst-borussia-dortmund-paco-alccer-gehen-67034888,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a> reports. The former Barcelona and Valencia striker has a deal that runs until 2023 with the Bundesliga side, but the arrival of in-form Erling Haaland will likely see&nbsp;the Spaniard drop down the pecking order. Should Alcacer opt for pastures new to ensure regular starts, BVB would not stand in his way if their fee demands are met.

Dortmund set Alcacer price

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Eddie Nketiah, who is currently on loan at Leeds, could return to the Emirates in January. Nketiah had hoped that a move to Elland Road could see him kick on with his career similarly to Tammy Abraham last term at Aston Villa, but Marcelo Bielsa has not used the striker as much as he will have hoped. As such, the Gunners are set to review the situation and make the best choice for the young attacker going forward. "We are having a meeting tomorrow with [head of football] Raul Sanllehi and [technical director] Edu to go through all the loans and situations," Arteta told the press. "I know he [Nketiah] is coming tomorrow, so I will speak to him and we will try to make the best decision for him."

Arteta confirms Nketiah could return

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has responded to speculation suggesting that he could soon head out of Arsenal by stating that he is “100 per cent here”. La Liga giants Barcelona are among those to have been linked with Aubameyang, while Serie A title hopefuls Inter are another of his reported suitors. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/im-100-per-cent-here-aubameyang-responds-to-arsenal-exit/3yr9bnvrmtgv1d2xt9kp52rjo" target="_blank">Read Aubameyang's full quotes on Goal</a>

Auba responds to Arsenal exit talk

Granada have reached an agreement with Premier League side Watford for a half-season loan for Dimitri Foulquier. The 26-year-old spent four years at the Liga side between 2013-17 and will hope to revitalise his career in familiar surroundings.&nbsp; Granada have the option to purchase Foulquier at the end of the season. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BienvenidoFoulquier?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BienvenidoFoulquier</a> | 📰 <a href="https://twitter.com/Foulquier_22?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Foulquier_22</a> se incorpora cedido por el <a href="https://twitter.com/WatfordFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WatfordFC</a> hasta final de temporada. 🖊️ El <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Granada?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Granada</a> se reserva una opción de compra. ⚽️ Entrena ya esta mañana con sus compañeros. Será presentado el viernes.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EternaLucha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EternaLucha</a> — Granada C.F. ❤️⚪️ (@GranadaCdeF) <a href="https://twitter.com/GranadaCdeF/status/1212647657384136704?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Watford's Foulquier returns to Granada on loan

Borussia Dortmund left-back Marcel Schmelzer is considering leaving the club at the end of the season if he is not afforded more playing time under Lucien Favre. Having made only two appearances for Dortmund this season, amassing only three minutes of playing time in total, the 31-year-old admits he is open to 'something exotic'. “If nothing has changed about my situation in Dortmund [by the end of the season], I would like to go abroad and do something exotic again,” Schmelzer told <a href="https://www.kicker.de/" target="_blank">Kicker</a>, before admitting that the club had offers for his services but refused to let him go. “I had to accept that even though I was very disappointed,” he said. “I already felt at the time that I wouldn't have many chances to play here and that's how it has happened.”

Schmelzer considering BVB exit

Denis Bouanga has insisted he will not leave Saint-Etienne during the January transfer window. The forward has been in superb form since joining the Greens last summer from Nimes, scoring seven league goals and providing three assists in 18 appearances. Bouanga was nominated for Ligue 1 Player of the Month for November following his exploits in the French elite division. The 25-year-old admitted there could be offers for him this January but has reiterated his commitment to continue his stay with the Greens. “There may be offers in the winter transfer window but I will never leave in mid-season,” Bouanga told France Bleu. “I do not want to be cut in my tracks and also abandon my team. My immediate goal is to stay in Saint-Etienne. Why leave when I feel good here?”

Bouanga to stay faithful to ASSE

Xhaka to stay at Arsenal?

Jerome Boateng is yet to decide what the future holds for him at Bayern Munich, claims <a href="https://www.tz.de/sport/fc-bayern/jerome-boateng-fc-bayern-muenchen-transfer-wechsel-fc-arsenal-premier-league-winterpause-zr-13373345.html" target="_blank">TZ</a>. The World Cup winner has been linked with a move for some time, with Arsenal said to be among his suitors, but he will join up with the German champions for training in the winter break.

Boateng yet to decide on Bayern future

Inter and AC Milan are both keen on Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/milan-matic-anything-can-happen-in-january-93269" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The Serbia international has admitted that he may be on the move in January, with leading sides in Serie A ready to lure him to Italy.

Milan giants keen on Matic

Benjamin Henrichs is set to snub a switch to Bayern Munich and link up with RB Leipzig instead, reports <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/benjamin-henrichs-entscheidet-sich-gegen-wechsel-zum-fc-bayern-67038396,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The 22-year-old Germany international is preparing to head home from Ligue 1 side Monaco and is poised to join the current Bundesliga leaders.

Henrichs set to snub Bayern

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hinted at January signings for&nbsp;Manchester United, saying the Premier League club are "looking at one or two" possible additions. The Red Devils boss has said: "You can see the squad and sometimes you think, yeah, one or two additions would do nicely because we are building towards something." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-looking-at-one-or-two-january-signings-as-solskjaer/kfmj3aoj3kzy1a3k6jtqkhrm2" target="_blank">Check out the full story here.</a>

Man Utd 'looking at one or two' January signings

Frank Lampard has £150 million ($198m) to spend in January if he so wishes, claims <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1223004/Chelsea-January-transfer-move-Wilfried-Zaha" target="_blank">Express Sport</a>. The Blues have seen a transfer embargo lifted and are being heavily linked with the likes of Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha.

Chelsea have £150m transfer kitty

Patrick Roberts is set to be recalled by Manchester City from a loan spell at Norwich, with Middlesbrough now looking to do a deal. Boro boss Jonathan Woodgate has said: "He's a very good player, a very very talented player. "Let's see if we can get something done, nothing is done yet. If it does, we'll let you know. He's a player I like."

Roberts wanted on loan by Boro

Liverpool expecting quiet window

Lorenzo Tonelli has not played for Napoli this season and Cagliari are willing to free him from limbo in Naples. The defender would help Cagliari as they push for Europe and their sporting director Marcello Carli is a fan having worked with him at Empoli, per <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/cagliari-tonelli-calciomercato-news" target="_blank">Gianluca di Marzio</a>. Tonelli impressed at Sampdoria last campaign, but hasn't earned the trust of either Carlo Ancelotti or Gennaro Gatusso at Napoli this time out.

Cagliari willing to offer Tonelli route out of Napoli

Arsenal have received a blow in their pursuit of RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano with the Bundesliga club putting a huge price on the French defender. The <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-sent-dayot-upamecano-transfer-21198638" target="_blank">Mirror</a> reports that Leipzig have told the Gunners they will have stump up&nbsp;£80 million (€94.3m/$105.7m) to sign the 21-year-old. Leipzig is&nbsp;not keen to sell the centre-half while the club is competiing for the Bundesliga title and is still in the Champions League.

Leipzig slap £80 million price tag on Arsenal target Upamecano

Lucas Paqueta can leave San Siro and AC Milan this winter, but not at a discount. The Serie A club have made it clear to the Brazilian's camp that they are unwiling to let him leave for less than €35 million (£30m/$40m). <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/milan-to-paqueta-what-will-happen-from-january-46334" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> say Leonardo, Paris Saint-Germain's sporting director, is an admirer of Paqueta having brought him to Milan, but fall short of saying he's interested in signing him again.

Milan reiterate Paqueta stance

The future of Arsenal forward Eddie Nketiah will be discussed by manager Mikel Arteta, technical director Edu and head of football Raul Sanllehi. The trio will meet on Thursday to discuss business this January, including the future of Granit Xhaka. Nketiah was recalled from a loan spell at Leeds United due to a lack of game time and it must be decided whether he'll stay in London or move out on loan again with Bristol City a potential landing spot, according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/mikel-arteta-confirms-transfer-meeting-21198393" target="_blank">Mirror</a>.

Arsenal executives to meet with Arteta to Nketiah future

Arsenal star Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang is being hunted by Inter after the Serie A club joined Barca in the pursuit. The <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/inter-milan-join-barcelona-transfer-21190812?_ga=2.31129592.657787819.1577935812-1883120825.1575843861" target="_blank">Mirror</a> reports that the 30-year-old striker has withdrawn from contract talks with the Gunners, with his contract set to expire at the end of the 2020-21 season, and will be likely be sold by Arsenal to avoid losing him on a free. The publication also says that Barcelona are keen on the Gabonese striker and that Inter have also shown interest.

Inter join Barca in race for Aubameyang

MLS side LA Galaxy are expected to announce the signing of Emiliiano Insua as soon as Thursday, according to a report in the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/sports/soccer/story/2020-01-01/emiliano-insua-signs-with-galaxy" target="_blank">LA Times</a>. The Argentine, who played four seasons for Liverpool, has been playing for Stuttgart in Germany most recently. He joins Aleksandar Katai in Los Angeles, who start pre-season training on January 20.

Galaxy sign Insua

MIkel Arteta has said he thinks Xhaka will remain an Arsenal player, despite Hertha Berlin's interest. The Spanish manager said the Switzerland international had told him he would stay, and he views him as integral to his project at the club. "I think with the way we want to play, we’ll get him on board, he can be a tremendous player for the football club," Arteta told the media. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/i-think-xhaka-is-going-to-stay-arteta-confident-of-keeping/1qmyih8zm0zwu1xc57w75gzk6z" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Arteta expects Xhaka to stay at Arsenal

Two Spanish youngsters impressing away from Spain have drawn the attention of defending La Liga champions Barcelona according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/barca-transfer-news-dani-olmo-wins-the-battle-with-adama-traore-7791643" target="_blank">Sport</a>. Wolves winger Adama Traore and Dinamo Zagreb midfielder Dani Olmo have both had good starts to the season, and both started their careers in Catalunya, and may return there. According to the report Barca have already approached Zagreb to make the first offer for Olmo

Barcelona looking at Traore and Olmo

David Moyes got his West Ham reign off to a perfect start, swatting aside Bournemouth 4-0, but he says he may recall on-loan winger Grady Diangana. The pacy youngster has impressed at West Brom in the Championship and with money tight at London Stadium Moyes may look to add him to his squad. However the Scot acknowldeges the importance of playing for a winning side in a players development, according to the <a href="https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/david-moyes-makes-transfer-admission-17499807" target="_blank">Birmingham Mail</a>.

Moyes sees no problem in recalling Diangana

SPAL midfielder Jasmin Kurtic is set to be the subject of a tug of war between Parma and Genoa this winter. The Slovenia international has made 15 appearances and scored twice so far this season. According to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/calciomercato-parma-kurtic-situazione-genoa-ultime-news-1-gennaio-2020" target="_blank">Gianluca di Marzio</a> Parma are favourites as they're prepared to offer the 30-year-old an extra year on his contract.

Parma and Genoa set to battle for Kurtic

Leeds United have lost Eddie Nketiah this January, with the striker recalled from his loan spell by Arsenal, but the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2020/01/01/telegraph-transfer-notebook-napoli-ajax-ready-move-tottenhams/" target="_blank">Telegraph</a> suggest they're going to secure an immediate replacement. Southampton striker Che Adams has got off to a difficult start at St. Mary's, and Marco Bielsa's men may offer him a chance to return to the Championship, where he scored 22 goals for Birmingham last season. Adams has appeared in two games for the Saints over the festive period and Ralph Hasenhuttl would prefer to keep him as they look to extricate themselves from the relegation mire.

Leeds look to Adams to replace Nketiah

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