Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Rudiger demanding £46m deal at Chelsea

Antonio Rudiger is, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/chelsea/2022/01/21/61ea71bbca4741fd068b456c.html " target="_blank">Marca</a>, demanding a deal worth £46 million over four years in order to sign a new contract at Chelsea.The Blues are yet to bow to those demands, meaning that a Germany international defender heading towards free agency remains of interest to Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.

Rudiger demanding £46m deal at Chelsea (Marca)

Liverpool are, according to <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4574005/man-united-out-of-haaland-running-as-real-madrid-emerge-as-favourites " target="_blank">ESPN</a>, one of the frontrunners to land in-demand Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Dennis Zakaria.Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are also keen on the 25-year-old, who will be out of contract in the summer, but Anfield could end being his next port of call.

Liverpool are frontrunners to land Zakaria (ESPN)

Chelsea are ready to battle it out with Real Madrid and Barcelona for highly-rated Lille striker Jonathan David, claims <a href="https://www.tsn.ca/matthew-scianitti-top-european-clubs-lining-up-to-persuade-jonathan-david-1.1747688" target="_blank">TSN</a>.The Blues have asked about the Canada international’s availability as they mull over an official approach for his services.

Chelsea ask about David availability (TSN)

Juventus are looking to beat Arsenal and Tottenham to the signing of Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic, claims <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Juventus/20-01-2022/juventus-vlahovic-offerta-fiorentina-dettagli-4301017674339_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FCalciomercato%2FJuventus%2F20-01-2022%2Fjuventus-vlahovic-offerta-fiorentina-dettagli-4301017674339.shtml " target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>, with a rival bid now on the table.The Bianconeri are said to have offered €35 million (£29m/$40m) plus Dejan Kulusevski to Serie A foes as they look to leave Premier League heavyweights in north London empty handed.

Juve rival Arsenal & Spurs for Vlahovic (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Manchester United are out of the race to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland, claims <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4574005/man-united-out-of-haaland-running-as-real-madrid-emerge-as-favourites " target="_blank">ESPN</a>.The Red Devils are said to be exploring alternative attacking options for the summer of 2022 after being informed that a prolific Norwegian is favouring a switch to La Liga giants Real Madrid.

Man Utd out of the race to sign Haaland (ESPN)

Chelsea have set their sights on Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17392132/chelsea-ousmane-dembele-transfer-barcelona-contract/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.The 24-year-old's current contract expires in the summer but the Blaugrana are willing to let him go before the winter window closes after growing frustrated with negotiations over an extension.Chelsea are poised to make a move for Dembele, but it is unclear whether they will try for a permanent deal or an initial loan.

Chelsea set sights on Dembele (The Sun)

Chelsea, Leicester City and Crystal Palace are set to chase Ajax star Edson Alvarez, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-chelsea-leicester-city-and-crystal-palace-line-up-offers-for-ajax-star-alvarez/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>. The Mexican international can play in midfield or at centre-back, and all three Premier League clubs have scouted him extensively this season. Ajax are hopeful of keeping hold of Alvarez, but understand it could be difficult to fend off Premier League offers

Premier League clubs chase Mexico star

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Crew land Sands from NYCFC

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">OL Reign Re-Signs NWSL MVP Jess Fishlock Through 2023 Season Read more ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/fygh8M0OtF">https://t.co/fygh8M0OtF</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/olreign?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#olreign</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/bebold?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#bebold</a> <a href="https://t.co/9ETvIfgY3M">pic.twitter.com/9ETvIfgY3M</a>— Seattle Reign FC (@reignfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/reignfc/status/1484631967089905667?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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OL Reign sign Fishlock to two-year extension

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Benedetto returns to Boca after leaving Marseille

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✨ <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkyDelgado?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarkyDelgado</a> is a 𝔊 ✨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LAGalaxy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LAGalaxy</a> acquire midfielder Mark Delgado from <a href="https://twitter.com/TorontoFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TorontoFC</a>— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAGalaxy/status/1484616789279399937?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Galaxy land Delgado 

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Racing 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/jaehowell18?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jaehowell18</a> We've agreed to a three-year deal with the 2022 <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NWSL</a> Draft's second overall pick!— Racing Louisville FC (@RacingLouFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/RacingLouFC/status/1484586601300865024?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Louisville sign USWNT midfielder Howell to three-year deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Cascadia King. Sounders all-time leading scorer. @_fredymontero is here to stay. ❇️ <a href="https://t.co/0WO4pPhZQV">pic.twitter.com/0WO4pPhZQV</a>— Seattle Sounders FC (@SoundersFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SoundersFC/status/1484595850424700930?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Sounds re-sign Montero 

What do you do with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang? It's a question that Arsenal are debating right now and whatever they decide could prove pivotal to the club’s season.Arsenal correspondent Charles Watts breaks down what the club can do at the strike position amid interest in Dusan Vlahovic.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/arsenal-aubameyang-decision-vlahovic-uncertainty/blt69ab1b1f0a705d0b" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Arteta faces season-defining Aubameyang decision as Vlahovic uncertainty grows

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/LAGalaxy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LAGalaxy</a> DP? Douglas Costa apparently is leaving Gremio, the second-division club he promised earlier this week he would stay with. The Galaxy have expressed great interest in Costa and have reportedly made an offer. Nothing more talk at the moment tho— Kevin Baxter 🇺🇦🏳️‍🌈🇵🇷 (@kbaxter11) <a href="https://twitter.com/kbaxter11/status/1484583719427973121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Galaxy after former Bayern and Juve star

Former Chelsea star Oscar has confirmed discussions have been held between Barcelona and his representatives regarding a return to Europe.The Brazilian left Europe for China in 2017 and would be willing to take a paycut on his £540,000-a-week&nbsp;salary.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/oscar-talks-barcelona-transfer-cut-wage/blt75d54eb227b53864" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Oscar confirms talks over Barcelona transfer 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Source confirms that Ezequiel Barco will move to River Plate. This should seal Thiago Almada’s signing as ATLUTD’s third DP. <a href="https://t.co/gismCDjebg">https://t.co/gismCDjebg</a>— Felipe Cárdenas (@FelipeCar) <a href="https://twitter.com/FelipeCar/status/1484522219011297282?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Atlanta's Barco bound for River Plate

Justin Che has completed his move to Hoffenheim, the club announced on Friday.The U.S. men's national team defender joins on loan with the Bundesliga club having an option to sign him permanently from FC Dallas.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/usmnt-defender-che-completes-loan-move-to-hoffenheim/bltac2d088b9ac05d97" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

USMNT defender Che completes loan to Hoffenheim

Questions continue to be asked of Paul Pogba’s future as he heads towards free agency at Manchester United, with the likes of Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain said to be closely monitoring the midfielder’s situation.Ex-Red Devils defender Mikael Silvestre has – speaking in association with <a href="https://www.slingo.com/" target="_blank">Slingo Casino</a> – told GOAL when quizzed on where a fellow Frenchman could end up: “The top clubs are still an option.“A Paul Pogba at full fitness and full of confidence is a world-class player. We saw that at the start of the season with the assists, we know he can produce magnificent football. Those teams will be hoping that they can get a consistent Paul Pogba.”On PSG specifically, Silvestre added: “I love France and I love it as a starting point but let’s be realistic, it is the fifth league out of the top five in Europe. Outside of PSG, the other teams are struggling to compete. I don’t think Pogba would prioritise that.“But if the idea is to win the Champions League and join Neymar and Messi and have a go for a few years to try and do that, then it could be an option. On a league level, it is not where the first choice should be.”

Where will Pogba end up?

Barcelona have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Juventus defender Alex Sandro, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/7-laterales-sigue-barcelona-proxima-temporada-20220119.html " target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, with the Bianconeri ready to do business.The Brazilian left-back has seen a move to Camp Nou mooted for some time and could end up in Catalunya during the summer transfer window.

Barca handed boost in pursuit of Juve star

Anthony Martial is not the only Manchester United player pushing for a January exit, claims <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4574005/man-united-out-of-haaland-running-as-real-madrid-emerge-as-favourites " target="_blank">ESPN</a>, with Eric Bailly also desperate to head through the exits at Old Trafford.The Ivorian defender has found regular game time hard to come by this season and wants to start afresh somewhere else despite Ralf Rangnick’s reluctance to part with any proven performers.

Bailly and Martial want out of Man Utd

Brentford are ready to reward manager Thomas Frank with a new contract, claims <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/brentford-set-to-offer-thomas-frank-new-contract " target="_blank">90min</a>.With the Bees holding their own on the back of promotion into the Premier League, a Danish coach is be offered an extension and improvement to his current terms.

Brentford to hand Frank new contract

According to <a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1642606575-ni-pogba-ni-kessie-el-madrid-elige-a-gravenberch-y-toma-posiciones-por-el " target="_blank">Defensa Central</a>, Real Madrid would prefer to raid Ajax for Ryan Gravenberch this summer than make moves for free agents Paul Pogba and Franck Kessie.Two midfielders at Manchester United and AC Milan are running down their respective contracts, but the Blancos want to buy into the potential of a highly-rated Netherlands international.

Real favour Gravenberch over Pogba & Kessie

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It turns out the club is indeed Chelsea but it isn't quite a done deal. Understand the Blues are in advanced talks for Derby County's Dylan Williams, per <a href="https://twitter.com/reluctantnicko?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@reluctantnicko</a>. It's to fix a problem position at left wing-back in the academy teams. <a href="https://t.co/lrjuthxS1F">https://t.co/lrjuthxS1F</a>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1484535922045636616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Chelsea want Derby starlet

Thomas Tuchel has been quizzed on Chelsea’s reported interest in Ousmane Dembele after a player he knows well was told that he can complete a January transfer away from Barcelona.The Blues boss has said: "He’s a very good player, and I am very fortunate to have trained him in my time at Dortmund. It was only one year, it should have been longer, but I needed to leave and he decided to leave."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/tuchel-chelsea-dembele-transfer-links-barcelona-outcast/blt644896ef7aab8cef" target="_blank">Check out the full story on GOAL!</a>

Tuchel responds to Chelsea's Dembele transfer links

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Corinthians are pushing to complete the signing of Diego Costa in the next hours. Verbal agreement now closer - still waiting for last details and final answer from Brazilian striker who's now free agent. 🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Timao?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Timao</a> Timão made the best proposal as of now. No talks with Arsenal. <a href="https://t.co/EP4RPGQVh2">pic.twitter.com/EP4RPGQVh2</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1484475106487377923?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Arsenal never held Diego Costa talks

Leeds have, according to the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/leeds-transfer-news-raphinha-exclusive-26009546 " target="_blank">Daily Star</a>, opened contract extension talks with Raphinha.In a bid to fend off unwelcome interest in the Brazilian winger from the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea, the Whites are eager to get him tied down on fresh terms.

Leeds open contract talks with Raphinha

Crystal Palace have pulled out of the race to sign Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10426159/Transfer-news-LIVE-PSG-interested-loan-Spurs-outcast-Tanguy-Ndombele.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.The Eagles were said to be on the clubs looking to bring the former Arsenal star back to English football during the winter window, but he is proving to be an expensive and problematic asset to capture.

Palace pull out of Ramsey race

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Spanish goalkeeper <a href="https://twitter.com/sergiorico25?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sergiorico25</a> has joined RCD Mallorca on loan until 30 June 2022<a href="https://t.co/nEPk4lFZIL">https://t.co/nEPk4lFZIL</a>— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) <a href="https://twitter.com/PSG_English/status/1484510681114292228?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Rico leaves PSG on loan

Fiorentina are prepared to sell Dusan Vlahovic during the January transfer window, admits club director Joe Barone, but the Serbian striker’s agents have gone quiet amid talk of Arsenal having a £68 million ($92m) bid on the table.Barone has told La Nazione: "Some English clubs have made contact, but there is no agreement yet."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/fiorentina-sell-68m-arsenal-target-vlahovic-january-transfer/blt3c4c809268f5f51b" target="_blank">Check out the full story on GOAL!</a>

Fiorentina prepared to sell £68m Arsenal target Vlahovic

According to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/burnley/exclusive-clarets-still-favourites-sign-andy-carroll-despite-first-offer-being-rejected " target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>, Burnley remain favourites to sign Andy Carroll despite seeing one offer to the ex-England international knocked back.The former Newcastle and West Ham striker has rediscovered a spark at Reading after signing a short-term deal with the Royals, but he could soon be heading back to the Premier League at Turf Moor.

Burnley still leading Carroll race despite snub

Tottenham are, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17393067/tottenham-antonio-conte-transfer-diego-carlos-adama-traore/ " target="_blank">The Sun</a>, ready to back Antonio Conte by giving him £50 million ($68m) to spend on Adama Traore and Diego Carlos.Newcastle have been leading the chase for a highly-rated defender at Sevilla, but Spurs could steal in while also luring a proven Premier League performer away from Wolves.

Spurs prepared to spend on Traore and Carlos

<a href="https://theathletic.com/3082070/2022/01/21/raheem-sterlings-manchester-city-future-its-complicated/?source=emp_shared_article " target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reports that Raheem Sterling was keen on joining Barcelona on loan when talk of interest from La Liga giants first emerged.The England international now looks set to see out the January transfer window at Manchester City, with Ferran Torres being the only highly-rated forward to leave the Etihad Stadium for Camp Nou.

Sterling was keen on Barca switch

<a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-transfers-live-leno-22823475 " target="_blank">Football.london</a> says Bernd Leno has been informed by Arsenal that he is clear to leave the club in January.The Gunners, who are now looking to land USMNT star Matt Turner, are willing to part with a Germany international goalkeeper that has slipped behind Aaron Ramsdale in their pecking order.

Leno allowed to leave Arsenal in January

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Aston Villa is pleased to announce that @EmiMartinezz1 has signed a contract extension until 2027! ✍️— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial/status/1484481506475134985?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Martinez signs new contract at Villa

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Newcastle will push again in the next hours for Diego Carlos. Sevilla are trying to resist in every way as they did for Koundé/Chelsea deal last summer - but Newcastle are willing to insist. Key hours ahead. 🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NUFC</a> Diego already agreed personal terms days ago. He's waiting. <a href="https://t.co/Oy4U2Ur3Bs">pic.twitter.com/Oy4U2Ur3Bs</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1484346604433731591?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Newcastle not giving up on Carlos

After seeing a £15 million ($20m) bid knocked back, <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11661/12521180/spurs-want-ac-milans-franck-kessie-in-january-and-make-adama-traore-enquiry-with-tanguy-ndombele-psg-talks-held " target="_blank">Sky Sports</a> claims that Tottenham will have to pay £25m ($34m) if they want to sign Adama Traore.Wolves will not be parting with a jet-heeled winger without a fight and have made their demands for a Spain international clear.

Tottenham must pay £25m for Traore

According to the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/01/20/newcastle-close-permanent-jesse-lingard-deal-frustration-grows/ " target="_blank">Telegraph</a>, Newcastle have submitted a second bid to take Jesse Lingard on loan from Manchester United.The Red Devils would prefer to deal with the Magpies in January as they are reluctant to let an England international link back up with top-four rivals West Ham.

Newcastle submit second loan bid for Lingard 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ We are delighted to announce that Hugo Lloris has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the Club, which will run until 2024.— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpursOfficial/status/1484450973250723847?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Lloris signs new contract at Spurs

From Xavi heralding him as potentially the best winger in the world, to being shown the door; it has been a rollercoaster few weeks for Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembele.He could prove a bargain for suitors, but who will back themselves to get the best from a player who has only caused headaches for Barcelona since they made him their then-record signing from Borussia Dortmund for €147 million (£123m/$167m)?GOAL takes a look at his options <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/dembele-barcelona-transfer-bombshell/blt7951af35021cb3c8" target="_blank">here</a>.

Where next for Dembele?

Newcastle United have been offered the chance to sign Torino defender Koffi Djidji alongside teammate Gleison Bremer this month, according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/3079519/2022/01/19/newcastle-transfers-explained-diego-carlos-jesse-lingard-duvan-zapata-and-more/?source=twitteruk" target="_blank">The Athletic.</a>Djidji, 29, has 18 months left on his contract and Torino are looking to get a fee for the centre back who has made 15 Serie A appearances this season.Newcastle however are more keen on his defensive partner Bremer, with a £25 million bid on the table.

Newcastle 'offered Djidji after bid for team mate Bremer'

Aston Villa's owners have reportedly entered into an "exclusive negotiating agreement" with MLS over an expansion franchise in Las Vegas, according to local news reports.Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens want to bring the 30th league franchise to the Nevada city, which would enter the league in 2023."Las Vegas is the ideal home for an MLS expansion team," Sawiris and Edens told the <a href="https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/soccer/mls-expansion-team-in-las-vegas-step-closer-to-reality-2516474/" target="_blank">Las Vegas Review-Journa</a>l. "We’re optimistic we’ll reach a final agreement soon to bring a world-class franchise and significant economic and cultural benefits to the greater Las Vegas community."

Villa owners 'in talks over Las Vegas MLS franchise'

Manchester United chief Richard Arnold is due to meet Cristiano Ronaldo for talks over the veteran’s future, according to the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-cristiano-ronaldo-transfer-26006050" target="_blank">Daily Star.</a>With Man Utd struggling to qualify for the Champions League next season, Ronaldo may leave in the summer and was unhappy after being subbed in the midweek win over Brentford.New Old Trafford chief executive Arnold will reportedly sit down with Ronaldo in the weeks ahead to try and resolve matters and keep the 36-year-old star at the club.

Ronaldo 'set for crunch Man Utd talks'

Manchester City full-back Oleksandr Zinchenko is the subject of interest from Real Betis - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17391975/man-city-zinchenko-real-betis-transfer-contract/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.The Spanish club are hoping to lure the 25-year-old to Estadio Benito Villamarín this month with the promise of regular football.Zinchenko has played a bit-part role for City this season, but he remains contracted to the club until 2024 and would prefer to stay and fight for a place in Pep Guardiola's starting XI.

Real Betis interested in Man City's Zinchenko

Roma want to bring in Tottenham midfielder Tanguy Ndombele - according to Gianluca Di Marzio.GOAL has reported that Paris Saint-Germain are in talks to sign the 25-year-old on loan, but the Giallorossi are set to offer him an alternative route.Roma are prepared to include Jordan Veretout in any deal for Ndombele, however, they must first sanction a sale or two before having the funds to launch a formal bid.

Roma want PSG-linked Ndombele

Tottenham are weighing up a swoop for Milan's Franck Kessie - according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/01/20/tottenham-consider-january-swoop-franck-kessie-avoid-battle/" target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.The 25-year-old has been linked with a number of other top European clubs after entering the final six months of his contract.Spurs could look to steal a march on their competition by moving for Kessie this month rather than when he becomes a free agent in the summer.

Spurs weighing up Kessie swoop

Valencia are eager to bring in Roma midfielder Amadou Diawara before the end of the month - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1484154524587773957" target="_self">Nicolo Schira</a>.The Spanish outfit are set to formalise their interest in the 24-year-old in the coming days, with the Giallorossi happy to let him leave on a permanent or loan basis.Diawara has fallen down the squad pecking order at Roma under Jose Mourinho and has just four Serie A appearances to his name in 2021-22.

Valencia eager to bring in Roma's Diawara

Tottenham have joined the race to sign Hull City winger Keane Lewis-Potter - according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/comeback-king-steven-bergwijn-set-to-stay-at-tottenham-despite-ajax-interest-9kfdlmffk" target="_self">The Times</a>.Southampton,&nbsp;Leicester&nbsp;and&nbsp;West Ham have also been linked with the 20-year-old, while Brentford saw an £8 million bid turned down last summer.Lewis-Potter has recorded five goals and three assists in 26 Championship games for Hull so far this season.

Tottenham join race to sign Hull winger Lewis-Potter

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Forever our maestro.💚💛 After 9 magical seasons, legend Diego Valeri has transferred to his boyhood club Lanús in Argentina. The clubs will play a testimonial match in 2023, and upon retirement Valeri will become a Timbers ambassador. Details: <a href="https://t.co/yqo2V5L3LM">https://t.co/yqo2V5L3LM</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCTID?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCTID</a> <a href="https://t.co/9w0P827Zzg">pic.twitter.com/9w0P827Zzg</a>— Portland Timbers (@TimbersFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimbersFC/status/1484257443525783552?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Portland Timbers announce Valeri's departure

Watford are plotting a swoop for Liverpool centre-back Nathaniel Phillips - according to the <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/watford-transfer-news-samuel-kalu-nathaniel-phillips-b977828.html" target="_self">Evening Standard</a>.Claudio Ranieri is eager to bolster his defensive ranks this month and Phillips is thought to be open to a move away from Anfield.The 24-year-old is playing a bit-part role in Liverpool's squad at the moment, but would likely see far more regular minutes at relegation-battling Watford.

Watford plot swoop for Liverpool's Phillips

Crystal Palace have pulled out of the race to sign Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey - according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10424425/Transfer-news-Crystal-Palace-pull-race-sign-Juventus-midfielder-Aaron-Ramsey.html" target="_self">The Daily Mail</a>.The Eagles were thought to be interested in a January deal for the 31-year-old, who has been told he can leave the Allianz Stadium this month.Ex-Arsenal star Ramsey has already turned down Newcastle, Wolves, Burnley, with Palace now deciding against making a formal offer for the Welshman.

Crystal Palace pull out of Ramsey race

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<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">José Mourinho confirms he’s not interested in Everton job: “Right now I wouldn’t change my job here at Roma with another one. I gave my world to Roma for three years and I feel this is my project”. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ASRoma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ASRoma</a> <a href="https://t.co/asyNHex6Tq">pic.twitter.com/asyNHex6Tq</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1484300248243744770?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2022</a></blockquote>
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