Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Chelsea in talks for Gladbach forward Thuram

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">João Félix deal will not change Chelsea plans as negotiations will continue for Marcus Thuram as revealed last week and also other targes — in different positions. 🚨🔵 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> Again, Christopher Nkunku deal 100% sealed for June — can be considered Chelsea player. <a href="https://t.co/Pubp4GcelB">pic.twitter.com/Pubp4GcelB</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613284527899660300?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Chelsea continue their pursuit of Thuram

Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie has told <a href="https://www.givemesport.com/88103643-newcastle-united-enquiry-st-james-park-transfer-news-eddie-howe" target="_blank">GiveMeSport</a> that the Magpies recently enquired about signing Scott McTominay.Newcastle now have the sort of money to go and sign. players from the Premier League's biggest clubs but it doesn't sound as though this move is likely.Indeed, Downie explained: "I think there was an enquiry made for McTominay recently, perhaps even on loan, but I don’t think Man United want to do it.”

Newcastle ask Man Utd for McTominay (Keith Downie)

Nottingham Forest are closing in on the signing of Palmeiras midfielder Danilo for a fee of £16 million, according to The Telegraph.Steve Cooper's side are finalising the last few details of the transfer and expected to announce shortly that Danilo is the club's second signing of the January transfer window.

Nottingham Forest close in on Danilo

Arsenal have made a new bid for Mykhailo Mudryk and are getting closer to an agreement with Shakhtar, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613644137626226688" target="_self">Fabrizio Romano</a>.A deal has still not been agreed between the two side but talks are continuing. Chelsea have still not made an official bid for the 22-year-old.

Arsenal make new Mudryk bid

Besiktas want Wolves striker Raul Jimenez to replace Wout Weghorst. <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/besiktas-setting-their-sights-on-wolves-mexican-striker-raul-jimenez-n/?omnil=resrelrecom" target="_self">Diario AS</a> report the Mexico international he emerged as a target, with Weghorst set to join Man Utd.

Besiktas want Jimenez to replace Weghorst

Algeria international Ismael Bennacer has signed a new four-year contract with Serie A champions AC Milan, dealing a blow to Arsenal and Liverpool who were rumoured to be interested in him.The France-born midfielder had 18 months left on his deal but the Rossoneri have now tied him down to a longer contract after his impressive form this season.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The day you've been waiting for 4️⃣🇩🇿<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ReadyToLeaveAMark?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ReadyToLeaveAMark</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SempreMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SempreMilan</a> <a href="https://t.co/Fh9rxzlKdx">pic.twitter.com/Fh9rxzlKdx</a>— AC Milan (@acmilan) <a href="https://twitter.com/acmilan/status/1613625997978476546?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Bennacer has made 24 appearances in all competitions in 2022-23, scoring one goal while providing an assist, having established himself as one of the club’s key defensive midfielders following the departure of Franck Kessie.

Arsenal & Liverpool target Bennacer signs Milan extension

Benfica have confirmed the signing of Norwegian midfielder Andreas Schjelderup.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ Bem-vindo, Andreas Schjelderup! 🇳🇴 🦅 Welcome!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EuAmoOBenfica?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EuAmoOBenfica</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AndreasSchjelderup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AndreasSchjelderup</a> <a href="https://t.co/HKXJf1EDWb">pic.twitter.com/HKXJf1EDWb</a>— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) <a href="https://twitter.com/SLBenfica/status/1613612916552368160?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Benfica sign Andreas Schjelderup

Newcastle have confirmed that Garang Kuol has joined Scottish side Hearts on loan for the rest of the season.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🤝 Best of luck at Tynecastle, Garang! ⚫️⚪️— Newcastle United (@NUFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NUFC/status/1613604328840757260?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Newcastle confirm Garang Kuol loan

Chelsea are interested in signing Real Madrid starlet Rafa Marin in the summer, according to reports from <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/12/chelsea-transfer-news-real-madrid-defender-rafa-marin/" target="_blank">the Telegraph.</a>The acquisition of the 20-year-old centre-back would feature as part of the club's policy of investing in youth, to go alongside recent recruits David Datro Fofana, Benoit Badiashile and Andrey Santos.While not yet turning out for Madrid's senior side, Marin has impressed for their Castilla team and at Under-21 level for Spain. The Blues join the likes of Juventus and RB Leipzig as parties interested in the youngster's signature.

Chelsea consider move for Real Madrid starlet

Tottenham Hotspur forward Lucas Moura has decided to see out his contract with the club, which expires in June 2022. The Brazilian has been mooted for a return to Brazil and boyhood club Sao Paulo.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/lucas-moura-run-down-tottenham-contract-brazilian-forward-summer-return-sao-paulo/blte3e95dbbcc0c1d75" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Lucas Moura set to run down Spurs contract

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nico González, on the bench today for Fiorentina — understand he has agreed personal terms with Leicester, talks are ongoing. 🚨🔵🇦🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LCFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LCFC</a> Understand Leicester will push in the next days to get the deal done, £30m bid submitted. Up to Fiorentina. <a href="https://t.co/RJMUTa6Foi">pic.twitter.com/RJMUTa6Foi</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613580917779451910?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Gonzalez benched by Fiorentina amid Leicester rumours

Brentford have reportedly made an offer to sign Antalyaspor and USMNT forward Haji Wright in January, according to American football expert <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert" target="_blank">Tom Bogert</a>.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sources: Brentford make an offer to Antalyaspor for USMNT forward Haji Wright. Brentford, Crystal Palace and others are clubs reportedly interested. DHA first reported Brentford interest. Wright, 24, was with USMNT at the World Cup. Tied for 2nd in Turkish league with 10 goals. <a href="https://t.co/ueDN8Urqyl">pic.twitter.com/ueDN8Urqyl</a>— Tom Bogert (@tombogert) <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/1613577086874042369?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Brentford make offer for USMNT forward Haji Wright

Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo has attracted interest from a number of clubs after recently losing his place in Pep Guardiola's side, <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/12/manchester-city-transfer-news-joao-cancelo-attracting-interest/" target="_blank">the Telegraph</a> reports.Despite being named in the PFA's team of the season in 2021-22, the Portugal international has started just one league game since the World Cup, and was brought off at half-time in that match against Chelsea. As a result, Cancelo's situation is being closely monitored by several Champions League clubs in Spain, France, Germany and Italy, who are yet to make a formal offer for the player's services.

Cancelo attracting interest after Man City snubs

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ismael Bennacer will sign new deal with AC Milan today — it will be valid until June 2027. Official statement to follow. 🔴⚫️🇩🇿 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> Release clause will only be valid from June 2024, not next summer. Value: €50m. <a href="https://t.co/WmHbqzxQjn">pic.twitter.com/WmHbqzxQjn</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613545405287137281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Bennacer set to sign new deal with Milan

Gilly Flaherty, the record appearance holder in the history of the Women’s Super League, has announced her retirement from football. She joined Liverpool last summer and broke Jill Scott’s WSL appearance record in November when she took the pitch against Brighton to make her 176th appearance. “I’ve taken the decision to retire from professional football. It isn’t a decision I’ve taken lightly but one I’ve reached after speaking with those closest to me. Losing my dad just before Christmas has left me heartbroken – for 22 years we shared our love of football and playing wise I don’t want to carry on without him by my side. "Playing wise I know the right decision is for me to call it a day. The time is right for me to be around my family and to be nearest to those closest to me. I want to thank Liverpool, especially Beardy and Russ (Fraser) for bringing me to the club," she said in a statement. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The record <a href="https://twitter.com/BarclaysWSL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BarclaysWSL</a> appearance holder and a true legend of the game ❤️ We wish you every success in your future endeavours, Gilly. You’ll Never Walk Alone. <a href="https://t.co/Occb3wzjqH">pic.twitter.com/Occb3wzjqH</a>— Liverpool FC Women (@LiverpoolFCW) <a href="https://twitter.com/LiverpoolFCW/status/1613522273176010753?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Liverpool's Flaherty hangs up her boots 

Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are set to battle it out for Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha in the summer, according to <a href="https://eu-app.contentstack.com/#!/stack/bltcc7a7ffd2fbf71f5/content-type/blog/en/entry/blt677dde604b8f4572/edit" target="_blank">Daily Express. </a>The Portuguese midfielder joined Fulham in the summer from Sporting and has put in several impressive shifts which have caught the eye of the Premier League heavyweights. However, he has a contract until June 2027 which gives Fulham the room to bargain.

Liverpool and Spurs set to fight for Fulham's Palhinha

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Official Announcement: Antonio Blanco. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RealMadrid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RealMadrid</a>— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) <a href="https://twitter.com/realmadriden/status/1613503246596804609?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Madrid's Blanco joins Alaves on loan until June

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Andreas Schjeldrup to Benfica, sealed as medical tests are completed ⭐️🇳🇴 Understand Benfica will pay €14m fixed fee, no bonuses — 20% on future sale. These are the final conditions. The talent born in 2004 signs contract until June 2028. Benfica did it again. Here we go 🤝🏻 <a href="https://t.co/drN72q5gek">pic.twitter.com/drN72q5gek</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613523164708982784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Benfica set to complete Schjeldrup signing

Nottingham Forest are set to approach Atletico Madrid to manufacture a deal for centre-back Mario Hermoso, according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11622983/Nottingham-Forest-set-approach-Atletico-Madrid-loan-Mario-Hermoso.html" target="_blank">Mail Online. </a>They are looking to sign a defender in January to plug in the gaps at the back and the Spaniard has emerged as an option. The La Fabrica product has fallen down the pecking order under Diego Simone and has made just four league appearances. He has a contract with the Rojiblancos until June 2024.

Forest approach Atletico for Hermoso

Manchester United's Zidane Iqbal is eager to leave the cub on loan to get more playing minutes, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/11095/12476234/transfer-centre-live-all-the-latest-deals-moves-and-rumours-as-the-january-transfer-window-opens?postid=5212949#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports. </a>He has been playing with Manchester United U-21 in Premier League 2 and now wants a move to a senior side where he can have top-flight experience.

Man Utd's Iqbal eager to go out on loan

Wolves are interested to sign West Ham centre-back Craig Dawson and Manchester United's right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/11095/12476234/transfer-centre-live-all-the-latest-deals-moves-and-rumours-as-the-january-transfer-window-opens?postid=5212630#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports. </a>The Midlands club are in the 19th position in the league table and have shipped in 27 goals in 18 matches. They are in need of defensive reinforcements to survive the relegation battle and have zeroed down on Dawson and Wan-Bissaka.

Wolves chasing Dawson and Wan-Bissaka 

Manchester United are keen to sign Goncalo Ramos and Mohammed Kudus in the summer, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/21012130/man-utd-ramos-kudus-ten-hag-transfer/" target="_blank">The Sun.</a> Ramos soared to the limelight after scoring a hat-trick against Switzerland for Portugal at the World Cup. He has also impressed with Benfica this season with 15 goals and seven assists in 25 games. The Red Devils are also eyeing Kudus of Ajax after his impressive show in Qatar where he scored two goals.

Man Utd set sight on Ramos and Kudus

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗲, 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗺! 💙 Preston North End are delighted to confirm Liam Delap has joined the club on loan from Manchester City until the end of the season. ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/gvJQInlEPS">https://t.co/gvJQInlEPS</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pnefc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pnefc</a> <a href="https://t.co/IdSazxnZuH">pic.twitter.com/IdSazxnZuH</a>— Preston North End FC (@pnefc) <a href="https://twitter.com/pnefc/status/1613476096422428679?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Delap join Preston on loan from Man City

Weat Ham are interested to sign Lorient's £25million-rated striker Terem Moffi after failing to land Moroccan international Youssef En-Nesyri, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/21011648/west-ham-lorient-striker-terem-moffi-en-nesyri/" target="_blank">The Sun.</a>The Irons have struggled to score this season netting just 15 times in 18 matches and are desperate to add a striker to their roster. Moffi has been in good nick in Ligue 1 and has scored 11 goals in 17 games this season.

West Ham want to add firepower in attack

Chelsea are eager to extend the contract of N'Golo Kante who will become a free agent in the summer, according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/11/chelsea-transfer-news-jorginho-likely-leave-focus-switches-kante/" target="_blank">The Telegraph. </a>The Blues are also set to reopen contract talks with Mason Mount whose deal expires in June, 2024. The club is hopeful that they will be able to tie down both players with long-term contracts. Todd Boehly had been leading contract talks but is likely to hand over the job to Paul Winstanley and technical director Christopher Vivell after he stepped down from his position of interim sporting director.

Chelsea set to reopen extension talks with Kante and Mount

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho is not eager to sign an extension with the club and is ready to leave as a free agent in the summer, according to the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/11/chelsea-transfer-news-jorginho-likely-leave-focus-switches-kante/" target="_blank">Daily Telegraph.</a>The 31-year-old is likely to head back to Italy and might rejoin Napoli.

Jorginho to leave Chelsea in summer

Arsenal were beaten by Barcelona to get Raphinha from Leeds United in the summer, but the Gunners can have a second bite at the cherry as the Brazilian continues to struggle at the Catalan outfit, as reported by the <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1720045/Arsenal-transfer-news-Edu-Raphinha-Barcelona-Premier-League" target="_blank">Daily Express. </a>Moreover, Spanish outlet <a href="https://twitter.com/elchiringuitotv/status/1612619856029044736?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1612619856029044736%7Ctwgr%5E7ded5e92b9cd28fe896df14fa8411615b0cf8fb0%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.express.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2F1720045%2FArsenal-transfer-news-Edu-Raphinha-Barcelona-Premier-League" target="_blank">El Chiringuito</a> has also revealed that Barcelona are looking to balance their books and are ready to offload the winger along with Ferran Torres and Ansu Fati.

Arsenal to pursue Raphinha?

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Olympique Marseille are prepared to agree a new loan deal for Pol Lirola to Serie A side Monza, as current deal with Elche would be terminated. 🔵 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OM?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OM</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SkySport</a> Discussions ongoing on the buy option clause to be included in the agreement. <a href="https://t.co/rV2T6ALHLs">pic.twitter.com/rV2T6ALHLs</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613436238916116485?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Marseille set to agree loan deal for Lirola to Monza

Wolves are looking to strengthen their midfield and are in talks with Nice for a &nbsp;£10m transfer of midfielder Mario Lemina, according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/4080547/2023/01/11/wolverhampton-wanderers-mario-lemina-transfer/" target="_blank">The Athletic. </a>The player has already played for English outfits Fulham and Southampton in his career. Meanwhile, the<a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11624011/Wolves-want-sign-Brazilian-centre-Felipe-Atletico-Madrid.html" target="_blank"> Dail Mail </a>reports that they are also interested to get Brazilian centre-back Felipe from Atletico Madrid to shore up their backline.

Wolves want Lemina and Felipe in January

Atletico Madrid are keen to sign Barcelona forward Memphis Depay in order to replace Joao Felix, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/11095/12476234/transfer-centre-live-all-the-latest-deals-moves-and-rumours-as-the-january-transfer-window-opens?postid=5211773#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports. </a>They are also looking into the possibility of signing Aubameyang. However, a FIFA rule prohibits a player from playing for more than two clubs in a season but can be registered with three. The Gabonese striker has already played for Barcelona and Chelsea. However, if Depay indeed switches to Atletico, the Catalan club can make an effort to re-sign Aubameyang, who scored 13 goals in 18 starts in all competitions in a seven-month spell for them.

Atletico want Depay as Felix replacement

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">João Félix deal will not change Chelsea plans as negotiations will continue for Marcus Thuram as revealed last week and also other targes — in different positions. 🚨🔵 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> Again, Christopher Nkunku deal 100% sealed for June — can be considered Chelsea player. <a href="https://t.co/Pubp4GcelB">pic.twitter.com/Pubp4GcelB</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1613284527899660300?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Felix deal won't stop Chelsea chase of Thuram

According to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11624549/Marco-Silva-set-offered-new-Fulham-contract-club-chiefs-aim-extend-stay-2024.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>, Fulham are planning on offering manager Marco Silva a new contract. The report claims the Premier League side are desperate to get him to commit beyond 2024. Formal discussions, however, are yet to begin. Fulham are currently flying high under Silva and sit seventh in the league ahead of their derby clash against 10th-placed Chelsea this week.

New deal for Fulham boss Silva

The Red Devils are close to bringing in Wout Weghorst but they might not be finished yet just when it comes to attacking additions this winter.Indeed, according to journalist Alex Crook, the Barcelona man could be a target for the club over the coming weeks.He told <a href="https://www.givemesport.com/88103560-man-utd-signing-28-y-o-forward-after-weghorst-not-ruled-out-at-old-trafford" target="_blank">GiveMeSport</a>: “I don’t think he’s one that’s going get the fans excited. But yeah, if a deal could be done I wouldn’t rule it out.”

Man United tipped to make Memphis Depay move

According to Italian news outlet Il Messaggero (via <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/la-lazio-e-pronta-a-trattare-per-la-cessione-di-milinkovic-52276" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>), Lazio are ready to cash in on Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.The report explains that 'zero progress' has been made it when it comes to negotiating a new contract and so the midfielder will be allowed to leave.

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