Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Pochettino to replace Tuchel at PSG

Atletico Madrid are, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9085721/Atletico-Madrid-weighing-loan-Arsenal-right-Ainsley-Maitland-Niles-January.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>, exploring the option of taking Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan from Arsenal. The Liga giants have seen Kieran Trippier suspended for 10 weeks after he breached betting regulations, with another England international being lined up to step into his shoes.

Atletico Madrid want Maitland-Niles on loan

Premier League rivals Tottenham and Manchester City are weighing up moves for Atalanta midfielder Marten de Roon, claims <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/tottenham-man-city-marten-de-roon-atalanta-transfer-exclusive" target="_blank">90min.</a> The Dutchman spent a brief spell with Middlesbrough in 2016-17 but could be brought back to the Premier League by a title hopeful.

Spurs & City eye De Roon

Premier League rivals keen on Atalanta star

Atletico Madrid are, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/elchiringuitotv/status/1341917026177200128" target="_blank">El Chiringuito</a>, lining up a move for Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso. The Spain international has fallen behind Ben Chilwell in the pecking order at Stamford Bridge and could be presented with an opportunity to head back to his homeland.

Alonso lined up by Atletico

Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/mohamedbouhafsi/status/1342054397753372673" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a>, set to replace Thomas Tuchel as head coach at Paris Saint-Germain. The Ligue 1 champions are making a festive change in their dugout amid struggles for consistency in 2020-21, with a man who spent time on their books as a player heading back to the French capital.

Pochettino to replace Tuchel at PSG

Liverpool are close to signing ex-Valencia star&nbsp;Ezequiel Garay - according to <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/militao-esta-en-la-agenda-del-liverpool/" target="_blank">Todofichajes</a>. The Reds want to sign the 34-year-old to bolster their ranks at the back amid an injury crisis which has seen Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez sidelined. Garay could join Liverpool as a free agent, but the Premier League champions are also weighing up a move for Real Madrid's Eder Militao.

Liverpool close to signing ex-Valencia star Garay

Manchester United will trigger a year-long extension on Jesse Lingard's contract&nbsp;in order to prevent the playmaker from leaving Old Trafford for free, claims the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9083829/Manchester-United-trigger-12-month-extension-Jesse-Lingards-contract.html" target="_blank">Daily&nbsp;Mail</a>. The England midfielder has fallen out of favour since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took control at the club and is expected to try and reignite his career elsewhere. But the Red Devils will activate a clause in his contract to take him through 2022 at the Theatre of Dreams, in order to ensure a transfer fee will be paid for him in the new year.

Man Utd to trigger Lingard extension

The England midfielder is still set to leave Red Devils

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The dismissal of Thomas Tuchel will cost around €6m to PSG. They're now working with Mauricio Pochettino lawyers to sign his contract and announce the new manager in the next hours. Allegri has never been contacted this month. 'Poch' will be the new PSG manager. 🔴🔵— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1342226355623227393?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

PSG to take hit in firing Tuchel

PSV Eindhoven are reportedly the latest club to enquire as to a deal for Arsenal outcast William Saliba, says <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/truth-behind-william-salibas-exile-19513579" target="_blank">Football London</a>. The centre-back, who made a big money move to join the Gunners - his boyhood club - has been frozen out by Mikel Arteta. As such, he may be set for a loan move away from north London, with the Dutch giants the newest face in the race for his services.

PSV latest to join Saliba hunt

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 😍 Merry Christmas! ✍️ Dack is back...and he's here to stay!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rovers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rovers</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeAreTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeAreTogether</a> 🔵⚪️ <a href="https://t.co/iZJXlB43sV">pic.twitter.com/iZJXlB43sV</a> — Blackburn Rovers (@Rovers) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rovers/status/1341739086667759618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Dack pens new Rovers deal

Barcelona will not be pursuing a move for Shkodran Mustafi, despite meeting with the Arsenal player, per <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20201223/491251003085/el-agente-de-mustafi-en-barcelona-para-hablar-con-el-barca.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The 28-year-old, who won the 2014 World Cup in Brazil with Germany, has fallen down the pecking order under Mikel Arteta. A shock move to the Blaugrana was floated earlier this month, but the club will reportedly not pursue him any further.

Barca cool on Mustafi move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🗣 <a href="https://twitter.com/Juninhope08?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JuninhoPe08</a> says he wants <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamOL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamOL</a> to do something special this season, and provides and update on the January transfer window...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OLFCN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OLFCN</a> <a href="https://t.co/UouZiRZPFW">pic.twitter.com/UouZiRZPFW</a>— Olympique Lyonnais 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@OL_English) <a href="https://twitter.com/OL_English/status/1342168166462599170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Lyon hint at Lucas loan move

Flamengo forward Lincoln is on the radar of&nbsp;FC Cincinnati but the MLS outfit face a fight to bring him in, per the league's <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/12/24/fc-cincinnati-reportedly-interested-flamengo-striker-lincoln-theres-competition" target="_blank">Transfer Tracker</a>. The 20-year-old, who is contracted through 2023, is reportedly not in the Brazilian club’s plans. Cincinnati therefore are keen on his services, but could face competition from Huddersfield Town for his signature.

Cincinnati eye Brazilian youngster Lincoln

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> We're delighted to announce that Head Coach Carlos Corberán has signed a new long-term contract with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/htafc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#htafc</a>! Carlos has agreed a new deal that runs until the conclusion of the 2023/24 season alongside Jorge Alarcón, Narcís Pèlach &amp; Danny Schofield 👇<a href="https://t.co/TrfUfclzae">https://t.co/TrfUfclzae</a> — Huddersfield Town (@htafc) <a href="https://twitter.com/htafc/status/1342153010961641472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Huddersfield hand coach Corberan new deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> OFFICIAL: Bas Dost leaves Eintracht Frankfurt to join Club Brugge. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SGE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SGE</a> <a href="https://t.co/9TniFYoSen">https://t.co/9TniFYoSen</a> — Ronan Murphy (@swearimnotpaul) <a href="https://twitter.com/swearimnotpaul/status/1342165322602840066?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Dost leaves Frankfurt for Brugge

Leeds United will loan out Adam Forshaw to a Championship club in a bid for more minutes, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/leeds-united-forshaw-likely-to-join-championship-club/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The midfielder played just eight games last term in a campaign ravaged by injury, but remains highly regarded by coach Marcelo Bielsa. As such, a move down a tier would be seen as a stepping stone to proving himself back in contention for first team action with the Whites.

Leeds to loan out Forshaw

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍️ Goalkeeper <a href="https://twitter.com/LewWebb1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LewWebb1</a> has signed a new contract through to the summer of 2024, with the option for a further 12 months. 👉 <a href="https://t.co/rwuZAKQ0i0">https://t.co/rwuZAKQ0i0</a> <a href="https://t.co/JidGUVHQav">pic.twitter.com/JidGUVHQav</a> — Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/SwansOfficial/status/1342067595529347072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Swansea hand keeper Webb extension

Everton defender Con Ouzounidis is on the radar of several Championship and EFL clubs, per <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/exclusive-multiple-english-clubs-in-hunt-to-sign-everton-defender-set-to-leave/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The 21-year-old is yet to mke the step-up to the senior side but has impressed at academy level for Carlo Ancelotti's Toffees. But the Australian youth international is expected to head on his way in the new year, with plenty of interest from lower down the leagues.

Ouzounidis set for Everton exit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🇮🇪 𝗜 𝗗 𝗔 𝗛 𝟮 𝟬 𝟮 𝟰 🇮🇪 Congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/adamidah1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adamidah1</a>, who has signed a new long-term contract! 📝 — Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NorwichCityFC/status/1342153089328041985?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Idah pens long-term Norwich deal

Tottenham will let Jack Clarke spend the rest of the 2020-21 season on loan further afield, per <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/tottenham-set-to-loan-out-jack-clarke-in-january/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The starlet signed from Leeds United ahead of the 2019-20 campaign, but has played only two senior games for the Lilywhites since. He spent time back at Elland Road on loan last year, as well as a stint at Queens Park Rangers, to limited chances.

Spurs to let Clarke take loan move

Cristian Pavon will return to Boca Juniors after LA Galaxy brought negotiations for a loan extension to a halt, per <a href="https://www.tycsports.com/" target="_blank">TyC Sports</a>. The Argentina international, who played for his nation at Russia in the 2018 World Cup, has been a key part of the MLS outfit's success this year. But with Boca's valuation too high, they will walk away from the 24-year-old, who will be expected to now return to his parent club.

Galaxy pull plug on Pavon deal

Manchester United should only enter the January transfer market if “the right player” becomes available, says Gary Neville, with the Red Devils warned off “panic” buys in a tricky window. Patience at Old Trafford is being rewarded in 2020-21, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer having overcome more questions of his future to edge his side into contention for major honours. Now, their former defender says that the club must not jump to splash the cash in the new year and instead only recruit where they must. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-right-player-not-panic-buy-neville-old-trafford/oncffpnps06k1vhfmvfy3nes2" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL here!</a>

'Man Utd should not panic buy'

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Deals being done in Florida

Declan Rice would be an upgrade on Fred and Scott McTominay for&nbsp;Manchester United, says John Hartson, with&nbsp;Manchester City&nbsp;also expected to be keen on a West Ham midfielder that has been heavily linked with&nbsp;Chelsea. Hartson told Stadium Astro: “I think he walks into those teams. I think Pep Guardiola and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would love a Declan Rice. I think he is better than those players.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/rice-upgrade-fred-mctominay-man-utd-hartson-city-west-ham/1p1t2rbg1wuf91hn7mezmqludg" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Rice an upgrade on Fred & McTominay for Man Utd’

<a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball-international/geheim-treffen-mit-tuerken-klub-oezil-vor-wechsel-zu-fenerbahce-74602994.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a> reports that out of favour Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil has held a secret meeting with Fenerbahce bosses. The World Cup winner remains frozen out at Emirates Stadium, with his contract due to expire in the summer of 2021, and has admitted in the past that he would like to spend time in Turkey.

Ozil holds meeting with Fenerbahce

Serie A champions Juventus have joined the hunt for Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard, reports <a href="https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/18964765.odsonne-edouard-transfer-latest-juventus-ac-milan-join-chase-celtic-striker/" target="_blank">The Herald</a>. The French frontman has impressed during his time in Scotland, with a prolific strike rate bringing the former Paris Saint-Germain to the attention of leading sides across Europe.

Juventus join the hunt for Edouard

Real Madrid&nbsp;playmaker Isco would “definitely help Arsenal”, says former Gunners midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong, while Arsene Wenger’s vast experience could be put to good use at Emirates Stadium if the decision is taken to part with Mikel Arteta. Frimpong told PlayOJO: “Isco is a proven player, he’s won the&nbsp;Champions League&nbsp;and played for&nbsp;Spain&nbsp;and could definitely help Arsenal, but the problem isn’t attacking players, its defensively we need help.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/isco-help-arsenal-wenger-experience-frimpong/zz54pqhixyzs189ide5eox3ck" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Isco & Wenger would help Arsenal’

Liverpool are lining up a move for Celta Vigo starlet Stefan Bajcetic, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9085633/Liverpool-talks-Celta-Vigo-deal-Stefan-Bajcetic.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> The 16-year-old defender is also said to be registering on the radar of Manchester United, but would prefer a switch to Anfield.

Liverpool looking to land Celta starlet

Wolves are set to formalise their interest in Liverpool striker Divock Origi - according to <a href="https://www.hln.be/premier-league/origi-s-verhaal-bij-liverpool-lijkt-geschreven-reds-staan-open-voor-transfer~a1965068/?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.express.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2F1376355%2FLiverpool-stance-Divock-Origi-transfer-Wolves-January-move-prem" target="_blank">HLN</a>. The Reds have made it clear that the Belgium international is free to leave Anfield in January, and Molineux could be his next destination. Wolves want to bring in Origi too boost their attacking options for the second half of the season, with Raul Jimenez still sidelined after fracturing his skull.

Wolves set to formalise interest in Origi 

Everton and Wolves have joined the race to sign&nbsp;Strasbourg defender Mohamed Simakan - according to <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/tmw-strasburgo-contatti-fitti-con-il-milan-per-simakan-ma-everton-e-wolves-spingono-1473773" target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a>. Both clubs are weighing up a January move for the 20-year-old, who has also been strongly linked with Milan. Simakan is currently valued at around £20 million ($27m), and has two-and-a-half years left to run on his current contract.

Everton & Wolves join race for Simakan

Napoli are open to offers for Spanish midfielder&nbsp;Fabian Ruiz - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/le-difficolta-tattiche-e-il-rinnovo-che-non-arriva-fabian-ruiz-n-73980" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. Talks over a new contract for the 24-year-old have hit a brick wall, and the Italian giants could allow him to depart if they receive a bid in excess of €50 million (£45m/$61m). Ruiz has appeared in 18 games across all competitions for Napoli this term, scoring once.

Napoli open to offers for Fabian Ruiz

Wolves winger Adama Traore is the subject of interest from Leeds United - according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/leeds-united-interested-wolves-winger-adama-traore" target="_blank">90min</a>. The 24-year-old is considering leaving Molineux in search of regular playing time, with Marcelo likely to be able to offer him a more prominent role in his set-up at Elland Road. Traore has only started seven Premier League matches for Wolves this term, and has yet to open his scoring account.

Leeds interested in Traore 

Chelsea have put seven first-team stars up for sale ahead of the January transfer window - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/13549017/chelsea-transfers-erling-haaland-declan-rice/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. Ross Barkley, Marcos Alonso, Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen, Jorginho, Danny Drinkwater and Victor Moses will all be allowed to leave Stamford Bridge in 2021. The departure of those players could pave the way for Chelsea to land primary targets Erling Haaland and Declan Rice, who currently ply their respective trades at Borussia Dortmund and West Ham.

Chelsea put seven first team stars up for sale

AC Milan&nbsp;boss Stefano Pioli has addressed the speculation surrounding the future of&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;linked-midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu. Calhanoglu has established himself as one of the top playmakers in&nbsp;Serie A&nbsp;since joining Milan for an initial fee of €20 million (£18m/$24m) from&nbsp;Bayer Leverkusen&nbsp;in July 2017. The&nbsp;Turkey&nbsp;international has scored 29 goals in 149 games for the Rossoneri, while also laying on 45 assists, attracting plenty of admirers from afar in the process. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-linked-calhanoglus-future-addressed-by-ac-milan-boss/u3ckt7mijy961j0h0m9gyhtba" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Man Utd-linked Calhanoglu's future addressed by Milan boss

John Barnes is not convinced that Mohamed Salah will be pushing for a move away from&nbsp;Liverpool, or that Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappe would want a switch to Anfield if an attacking role did open up. The Reds legend told BonusCodeBets: "Just because one player goes, it doesn’t mean that one of these other superstars, in this case, Erling&nbsp;Haaland or&nbsp;Kylian&nbsp;Mbappe,&nbsp;are likely to sign as his replacement." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/if-salah-goes-mbappe-haaland-want-liverpool-barnes/1ep73xath5ugk1ojmv95bpldp6" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘If Salah goes, would Mbappe or Haaland want Liverpool?’

West Ham and Leicester are ready to battle it out for Burnley defender James Tarkowski, according to <a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers/2020-2021/mohamed-salah-could-leave-liverpool-james-tarkowski-a-very-popular-target-transfer-notebook_sto8042339/story.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport.</a> The England international is refusing to sign a new contract at Turf Moor, meaning that he could be offloaded during the winter window.

West Ham & Leicester to battle for Tarkowski

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Exclusive: At Christmas! <a href="https://twitter.com/TTuchelofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TTuchelofficial</a> is dismissed at <a href="https://twitter.com/PSG_inside?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PSG_inside</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BILD_Sport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BILD_Sport</a>— Christian Falk (@cfbayern) <a href="https://twitter.com/cfbayern/status/1342048637480808449?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Tuchel to be sacked by PSG?

Manchester United want to make four additions to their squad, according to the <a href="https://play.acast.com/s/thetransferwindow/vnid%3A%2F%2Fepisodes%2F42616465%3Fmedia_id%3D31389407" target="_blank">Transfer Window Podcast.</a> The Red Devils are said to be in the market for a left-sided centre-half, a back-up right-back, a central midfielder and a right winger.

Man Utd looking for four fresh faces

Will Messi remain at Barcelona?

Everton striker Cenk Tosun is set to leave the club in 2021 - according to <a href="https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/wordt-dit-de-nieuwe-spits-van-feyenoord~a836b674/" target="_blank">AD</a>. Dutch outfit Feyenoord are eager to lure the 29-year-old away from Goodison Park in January, with the Toffees keen to sell. Tosun has played a bit-part role in Everton's set-up this season, featuring in just four Premier League games to date.

Tosun set for Everton exit

Paris Saint-Germain are mulling over a swoop for Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger - according to <a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/psg/psg-tuchel-veut-toujours-rudiger-lors-du-prochain-mercato-23-12-2020-8415695.php" target="_blank">Le&nbsp;Parisien</a>. Barcelona and Juventus have also been linked with the Germany international, who has fallen down the squad pecking order at Stamford Bridge. PSG could launch a bid for Rudiger in the new year, with the centre-back currently playing second fiddle to Thiago Silva at Chelsea.

PSG mull over Rudiger swoop

Inter are hoping to seal a deal for Udinese midfielder&nbsp;Rodrigo de Paul in January - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-l-idea-di-trattativa-con-l-udinese-per-de-paul-70151" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Nerazzurri would like to bring the 26-year-old in on an 18-month loan deal, with performance-based incentives dictating the possibility of a permanent move further down the line. Udinese currently value De Paul, who has also been linked with Leeds United, at around £32 million ($43m).&nbsp;

Inter hoping to seal De Paul deal in January

Strasbourg defender Mohamed Simakan has insisted he's happy at the club despite reported interest from AC Milan and Everton.&nbsp; "I am a Strasbourg player today and very happy here. It's a club that makes me grow. I must continue to prove to the coach that I deserve my spot," he said on Wednesday. "We're going to see with the club, we don't know what can happen, it's fate and we will manage it as best as we can."&nbsp;

Simakan focused on Strasbourg

Brighton&nbsp;manager Graham Potter has dismissed reports suggesting the club have been approached by the likes of&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;and&nbsp;Real Madrid&nbsp;for Yves Bissouma. The Mali international has proved to be an excellent signing&nbsp;for Brighton, who secured his services from&nbsp;Lille&nbsp;in 2018, and reports have claimed United, Arsenal,&nbsp;Liverpool&nbsp;and Real Madrid are interested in the 24-year-old midfielder. Potter is aware of the rumours, but says reports of any approaches&nbsp;are wide of the mark and should be treated with caution. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/no-approach-for-real-madrid-and-man-utd-target-bissouma-says/1fvs3bcpx9t6m14wz0wwd0ekx4" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Potter talks down Bissouma links 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍ OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT| Jokin Aperribay announces that Imanol will continue as a coach until 2023 💙<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Imanol2023?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Imanol2023</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AurreraReala?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AurreraReala</a> <a href="https://t.co/rdgBmixUOo">pic.twitter.com/rdgBmixUOo</a> — Real Sociedad (@RealSociedadEN) <a href="https://twitter.com/RealSociedadEN/status/1341807261719650310?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Sociedad confirm Aperribay extension

Bordeaux intend to offer&nbsp;a new deal to Paul Baysse in order to stave off interest from Nice, claims <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-nice-pense-a-baysse-bordeaux-veille-au-grain-530848" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>. The 32-year-old previously spent the 2016-2017 season with the latter outfit, before he made the move to his current club. Now, they are keen on his services again, prompting Bordeaux to mull their options to keep him onboard.

Bordeaux eye fresh deal for Baysse 

Benfica winger&nbsp;Franco Cervi is in the sights of two MLS outfits jostling for his signature, per the league's <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/12/23/report-benfica-winger-franco-cervi-crosshairs-orlando-city-sc-fc-dallas" target="_blank">Transfer Tracker</a>. The 26-year-old, a two-time league winner in Portugal, is attracting interest from&nbsp;Orlando City SC and FC Dallas. Cervi brings a career of domestic and European experience, while he was capped four times by Argentina during their post-World Cup shakedown in 2018.

Cervi attracting MLS interest

Stephane Ruffier will likely bring the curtain down on his decade-long stay at Saint-Etienne next year with no sign of a new contract for the veteran shot-stopper, says <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>. The 34-year-old joined the club from Monaco in 2011 and has written himself into local legend, steering them to the 2012-13 Coupe de la Ligue and winning a clutch of France caps along the way. But he has fallen out of favour under&nbsp;Claude Puel and faces a struggle to establish himself in the starting XI at the club again.

Ruffer set for Saint-Etienne exit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Stefano Pioli, AC Milan manager, to DAZN: "We're in talks with Calhanoglu to extend his contract. I'm sure he wants to stay, now it's time for negotiations but we want to keep Hakan". Nothing on with Man Utd or other clubs atm, confirmed. 🔴🇹🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> <a href="https://t.co/RNDDdaEqDy">https://t.co/RNDDdaEqDy</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1341877257166589957?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Milan eye Calhanoglu extension

Celtic are mulling a move for boyhood fan James McCarthy, with the Scottish outfit seeking to bring the Crystal Palace midfielder to Glasgow, per <a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers/2020-2021/mohamed-salah-could-leave-liverpool-james-tarkowski-a-very-popular-target-transfer-notebook_sto8042339/story.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport</a>. The Eagles man grew up as a Hoops fan and could leap at the chance to join them given his more limited prospects in the Premier League. Celtic would likely need to free up space for him however, with&nbsp;Olivier Ntcham a likely candidate to be moved on.

Celtic mulling McCarthy move

Inter Miami have landed defender Patrick Seagrist in a trade with the New York Red Bulls in return for a third-round pick at the 2021 MLS SuperDraft, <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/12/23/inter-miami-acquire-fullback-patrick-seagrist-trade-new-york-red-bulls" target="_blank">the clubs have announced</a>. The 22-year-old's option was declined by the latter last month and he now makes the move south to Florida ahead of the new campaign. Miami were knocked out in the first round of the playoffs in their first MLS season last term.

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