Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Trippier & Aarons still on Man Utd's radar

Liverpool are set to sign 16-year-old attacking midfielder Kaide Gordon from Derby after Wayne Rooney confirmed the youngster rejected a contract offer from the Rams. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/liverpool-signing-derby-starlet-kaide-gordon-rooney-confirms/1hec4ihscy1iy1q71riav4mi9c" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Liverpool set to sign Derby starlet Gordon

Rooney confirms 16-year-old rejected contract offer

Ainsley Maitland-Niles is, according to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/maitland-niles-arsenal-transfer-news-23399849" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>, ready to push for a loan move away from Arsenal. The versatile England international is aware of the need to get regular game time in order to keep himself in contention for a place in Gareth Southgate’s squad for this summer’s European Championship.

Maitland-Niles wants Arsenal loan exit

Kieran Trippier and Max Aarons remain on Manchester United's recruitment radar, reports <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/liamcanning/2021/01/27/kieran-trippier-and-max-aarons-both-on-manchester-uniteds-transfer-target-list/?sh=6a73a0246b00" target="_blank">Forbes.</a> The Red Devils are continuing to keep an eye out for defensive additions, with talented full-backs on the books at Arsenal and Norwich among those in their thoughts.

Trippier & Aarons on Man Utd's radar

Red Devils still monitoring Atletico & Norwich stars

Juventus are set to open talks with Houssem Aouar’s representatives over a summer move, according to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/calciomercato-juventus-aouar-news-27-gennaio-2021" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio.</a> The Lyon star has been strongly linked with a move to Arsenal but the Serie A champions are hoping to steal a march on the Gunners. The 22-year-old has a contract with Lyon through 2023.

Juventus in talks over move for Lyon star Aouar

The midfielder has also been linked with Arsenal

Napoli have identified Chivas winger&nbsp;Uriel Antuna as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.mediotiempo.com/futbol/liga-mx/chivas-uriel-antuna-seguido-clubes-italia-napoli" target="_blank">Mediotiempo</a>. The Italian giants are hopeful of bolstering their attacking ranks by signing the 23-year-old, but have yet to open formal negotiations with his current club. Antuna, who took in a spell at Manchester City earlier in his career,&nbsp;has recorded four goals and seven assists since joining Chivas last year.

Napoli target Chivas winger Antuna

Paris Saint-Germain winger Angel Di Maria is not planning to return to Argentina, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/psg-di-maria-rifiuta-una-destinazione-74700" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. It has been suggested that the 32-year-old could re-join boyhood club Rosario Central, but he wants to continue playing at the highest level in Europe. Di Maria's current contract at PSG is due to expire this summer, and he has also been linked with Juventus and Tottenham.

Di Maria not planning to return to Argentina

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Nashville loan Accam to Hammarby 

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Minnesota snap up Raitala

Manchester United midfielder is set to complete a loan move to West Ham - according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/transfer-centre" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The 28-year-old will join the Hammers on a short-term deal until the end of the season, with no option to buy included in the final agreement. Lingard, who&nbsp;has not started a single Premier League game for United in 2020-21, but be tasked with helping West Ham secure a top-six Premier League finish.

Lingard set to complete West Ham loan switch

Nice are in talks to sign Barcelona defender&nbsp;Jean-Clair Todibo - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/DiMarzio/status/1354776039336128514" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>. The 21-year-old, who began his career with Toulouse, looks set to return to France after struggling to establish himself in the first team at Camp Nou. Todibo is currently on loan at Benfica, but has only made one appearance for the Portuguese outfit in the first half of the season.

Nice in talks to sign Barca defender Todibo 

Middlesbrough are set to follow the loan signing of Yannick Bolasie with a swoop for Preston right-back Darnell Fisher, claims&nbsp;<a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/exclusive-middlesbrough-have-bid-accepted-for-preston-26-yr-old/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1611860131" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The 26-year-old, who is out of contract in the summer, will reportedly cost around £300,000.

Boro to take £300k Fisher from Preston

CSKA Moscow are interested in Everton's Cenk Tosun alongside former club Besiktas, reports the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/jan/28/besiktas-and-cska-moscow-keen-on-loan-move-for-evertons-cenk-tosun?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other" target="_blank">Guardian</a>. The 29-year-old isn't part of Carlo Ancelotti's plans and could leave on loan this month.

CSKA rival Besiktas in Tosun chase

Edin Dzeko wants to return to Manchester City and agent Alessandro Lucci is working on a deal, according to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/roma/2021/01/28-78594900/dzeko_spera_nel_ritorno_a_manchester_tentativo_per_lasciare_roma" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>. However, the report concedes the move is unlikely to happen as City aren't interested in taking him back. Roma have been in contact with Inter over a possible swap for Dzeko and Alexis Sanchez.

Dzeko agent 'working on Man City return'

Thiago Silva has revealed his dream move for when his time at Chelsea comes to an end. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/thiago-silva-life-after-chelsea-fluminense-ac-milan-maldini/z9skziz959zm1sb5fd2cbyfna" target="_blank">Read what he had to say here on Goal!</a>

Thiago Silva reveals plans for life after Chelsea

Manchester United are in talks with Deportivo Alaves about the possibility of Facundo Pellistri joining the Spanish side on loan for the rest of the season,&nbsp;Goal&nbsp;understands. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-utd-open-talks-with-alaves-over-pellistri-loan-move/srv5o8fby2g3zcuuynel78j5" target="_blank">Read the full story here!</a>

Man Utd discussing Pellistri loan move

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍️ We are pleased to confirm the signing of goalkeeper Rob Elliot until the end of the season. Welcome to Watford, <a href="https://twitter.com/the_dilsh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@the_dilsh</a>! 🐝 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/_AFEX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_AFEX</a> — Watford Football Club 💙 (@WatfordFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/WatfordFC/status/1354821536033591305?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Ex-Newcastle keeper Elliot joins Watford 

Sassuolo&nbsp;midfielder&nbsp;Manuel Locatelli is the subject of interest from Borussia Dortmund - according to <a href="https://www.sport1.de/tv-video/video/bvb-manuel-locatelli-als-neuzugang-fuers-mittelfeld-von-borussia-dortmund__E5A544CE-01DE-455F-B0D5-44A791FDF3A4" target="_blank">Sport 1</a>.&nbsp; BVB are looking at the 23-year-old as a possible signing with&nbsp;Edin Terzic eager to bolster his option in the middle of the park. Juventus have also been linked with Locatelli, who has scored two goals in 17 Serie A appearances for Sassuolo this season.

Dortmund interested in Sassuolo star Locatelli

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Inter Miami retain Higuain for 2021 MLS season

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Iliev returns to Arsenal from Shrewsbury

Harry Kane has been warned “the grass isn’t always greener” when it comes to transfer plans, with Peter Crouch telling the Tottenham striker to shun any interest from Real Madrid and earn himself a statue in north London. Speculation regarding a big-money move continues to rage around one of the most prolific strikers in world football. Kane, who is now 27 years of age, has been a model of consistency over several seasons, allowing him to pass the 150-goal mark in the Premier League and earn the captain’s armband with England. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/kane-told-grass-isnt-greener-at-real-madrid-as-crouch-tells/7mse2mwqdfju1asaka1cqi9u7" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

'Grass wouldn't be greener in Madrid for Kane'

Paris Saint-Germain will consider offloading Kylian Mbappe this summer if no new contract is agreed with the World Cup winner. <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/international-football/2021/01/28/60128992e2704e43258b4581.html" target="_blank">Marca</a> reports that the France international continues to stall on the signing of fresh terms, with Real Madrid and Liverpool among those keeping a close eye on developments.

PSG prepared to consider Mbappe sale

West Brom have, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/Tanziloic/status/1354798033888800771" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a>, had an offer for Celta Vigo midfielder Okay Yokuslu accepted. Personal terms are now being discussed with the 26-year-old Turkey international.

Baggies see Yokuslu offer accepted

Martin Odegaard was offered the chance to head for Tottenham, claims <a href="https://www.vg.no/sport/fotball/i/0KLOMG/eksklusivt-de-ukjente-detaljene-i-oedegaard-overgangen" target="_blank">VG</a>, but chose their north London neighbours Arsenal instead. The Norwegian midfielder is set to spend the rest of the 2020-21 campaign at Emirates Stadium after securing a loan switch from Real Madrid.

Odegaard snubbed Spurs switch

Celtic have put a deal in place with Preston defender Ben Davies, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/AnthonyRJoseph/status/1354811982528974851" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a> The Scottish have a pre-contract agreement lined up with the 25-year-old, meaning that he will link up with them in the summer.

Celtic agree terms with Davies

<a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers/2020-2021/man-utd-transfer-news-west-ham-set-to-sign-jesse-lingard-on-loan-after-said-benrahma-transfer_sto8087200/story.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport</a> reports that West Ham have tied up a permanent deal with Brentford for Said Benrahma. With that agreement wrapped up, the Hammers will now turn their attention to Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard.

West Ham wrap up Benrahma; Lingard next

Thomas Tuchel sees no need for Chelsea to dip into the transfer market for late January deals, with the German tactician happy with the squad he has inherited from Frank Lampard. The Blues boss has said: “No, [no gaps to fill] but it is hard for me to judge right now. I am very happy with what I have seen so far." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/tuchel-rules-out-january-deals-chelsea-team-nobody-wants-to/1fdhwgrtuxwlo11mu0y9heuojm" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Tuchel rules out late January deals at Chelsea 

Paris Saint-Germain are playing a waiting game when it comes to Dele Alli. <a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/psg/mercato-paris-et-tottenham-d-accord-pour-dele-alli-mais-27-01-2021-8421530.php" target="_blank">Le Parisien</a> claims that various options have been put to Tottenham when it comes to the England international midfielder, with a future call now set to be made by those in north London.

PSG waiting on Alli answer

Marcos Alonso has been linked with Real Madrid and Barcelona in the recent past, but appears set to miss out on moves to either. The Spanish left-back continues to struggle for game time at Chelsea, with <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210128/491770401127/marcos-alonso-al-final-ni-al-madrid-ni-al-barca.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reporting that has led La Liga heavyweights to turn their attention elsewhere.

Alonso to miss out on Real & Barca

West Ham have been linked with RB Leipzig striker Hee-Chan Hwang, but Julian Nagelsmann says there is no deal in the pipeline. He has said: “I understand why Hwang requested a transfer. But I need to see more of Hwang's training. He did not have much time to develop himself through his training, and he did not show his worth. “He had a difficult time due to coronavirus infection, he was out of team training for a long time. “By what criteria can we evaluate whether this player should remain or leave? “Hwang is trying to go on a loan deal. He wants to play more. I had a conversation with him yesterday. I agree with his opinion. But if we don't get two more strikers, which I don't expect, it doesn't make sense from his point of view for us to give him up.”

Can West Ham land Hwang?

Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign former Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko, claims<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/%20" target="_blank"> Gazzetta dello Sport.</a> The Bosnian frontman is currently on the books at Roma and was billed to the Red Devils as a potential replacement for Odion Ighalo.

Dzeko offered to Man Utd

Juventus have confirmed they have reached an agreement with Marseille for a swap deal that will see Marley Ake head to Turin. Franco Tongya, meanwhile, will move&nbsp;to the French club as part of the transfer, with Ake signing a five-year contract with Andrea Pirlo's side.

Juventus sign Marley Ake

Nice are in talks with Barcelona over the signing of centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo, journalist <a href="https://twitter.com/DiMarzio/status/1354776039336128514" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> reports. The 21-year-old had been on loan with Benfica although returned to Barca in January following a lack of game time and could now be heading back to France.

Nice in talks to sign Barcelona defender Todibo

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We're delighted to welcome <a href="https://twitter.com/YannickBolasie?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@YannickBolasie</a> to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Boro?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Boro</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/1354768800722399234?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Bolasie completes Middlesbrough loan switch

Arsenal are going nowhere with deals such as the one that took Willian to Emirates Stadium, says Tony Adams, with the Gunners urged to favour home-grown stars over experienced additions with questionable commitment. Adams remains baffled as to why a deal was done for the former Chelsea winger and told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtwZ0KRZ09M" target="_blank">Stadium Astro:</a>&nbsp;"Why have you brought him into the squad? If you have got him just to make up the numbers because he has got a bit of experience, where are you going with that? "I have cried out about the recruitment on more than one occasion. Edu is very inexperienced and they were heavily reliant on agents to get players into the club. All of a sudden you have got Willian, Cedric, all the same agent. "We have got so many kids coming through, don’t buy these players!" <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arsenal-going-nowhere-willian-adams-recruitment-emirates/1c2vueammotcg1qsr9bdj2tfl8" target="_blank">Check out the full story on Goal!</a>

Adams criticises Arsenal transfer deals

Klopp not expecting late Liverpool transfer business

Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas are keen on a deal for Everton forward Cenk Tosun, <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11671/12201144/everton-transfer-news-cenk-tosun-wanted-by-former-club-besiktas-cska-moscow-also-interested" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a> reports. The 29-year-old has made just five Premier League appearances for the Toffees this season and could welcome a move away from Goodison Park, with CSKA Moscow also reportedly interested.

Besiktas interested in re-signing Tosun

Newcastle are, according to the <a href="https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/newcastle-united-ready-transfer-deals-19714652" target="_blank">Evening Chronicle</a>. exploring the option of bringing Jetro Willems back to St James' Park. The Dutch defender spent the 2019-20 campaign on Tyneside and has continued to struggle for regular game time back at parent club Eintracht Frankfurt.

Newcastle want Willems back

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🆕 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RangersFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RangersFC</a> are today delighted to announce the signing of defender Jack Simpson from <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@afcbournemouth</a> on a pre-contract agreement.— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/RangersFC/status/1354731067224301575?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Gers agree Simpson deal

Liverpool will not be signing another centre-half before the next deadline passes, claims <a href="https://www.anfieldwatch.co.uk/exclusive-fabrizio-romano-on-why-liverpool-wont-sign-a-centre-back-this-month/" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano.</a> The Reds are short on numbers, as they deal with an injury crisis, but the funds are not there for a proven performer to be snapped up.

Liverpool won't land new centre-half

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Left-back Christopher Lenz will leave 1. FC Union Berlin at the end of the season and join <a href="https://twitter.com/eintracht_eng?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@eintracht_eng</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fcunion?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#fcunion</a><a href="https://t.co/JMg8snSzag">https://t.co/JMg8snSzag</a>— 1. FC Union Berlin (@fcunion_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/fcunion_en/status/1354731208861691905?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Lenz leaving Berlin for Frankfurt

Tottenham are among those looking into a deal for Lazio defender Nikola Maksimovic, reports <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/13867051/tottenham-nikola-maksimovic-napoli-free-transfer/" target="_blank">The Sun.</a> Jose Mourinho is in the market for reinforcements at the back and could land a Serbia international as a free agent in the summer.

Mourinho lining up Maksimovic deal

Everton have tabled an offer for Bayern Munich striker Joshua Zirkzee, reports <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/transfer-news-everton-und-parma-nach-sky-infos-im-rennen-um-zirkzee/12199501/35311" target="_blank">Sky Deutschland.</a> Parma are also keen on the 19-year-old, with ambitious outfits in England and Italy looking to put a loan deal in place that includes an option to buy.

Everton make offer for Zirkzee

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bienvenue à Malcuit ⚜️ Kevin Malcuit is a new Fiorentina player 🤝 Details 🔗 <a href="https://t.co/9ELkXT0NaR">https://t.co/9ELkXT0NaR</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForzaViola?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForzaViola</a> 💜 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Fiorentina?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Fiorentina</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViolaArt?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViolaArt</a> by <a href="https://twitter.com/PainterBeard?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PainterBeard</a> 🎨 <a href="https://t.co/veaK8KN8jV">pic.twitter.com/veaK8KN8jV</a>— ACF Fiorentina English (@ACFFiorentinaEN) <a href="https://twitter.com/ACFFiorentinaEN/status/1354709559084986372?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Fiorentina snap up Malcuit

Centre-back Roger Riera, 25, will be announced as a new Barcelona B player on Thursday, <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/" target="_blank">Sport</a> claims. The former Barca youngster is currently on the books at NAC Breda and will sign until the end of the season.

Barca B to announce Riera signing

Genoa are considering a move for Stade Rennais attacker Mbaye Niang, <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/genoa-pondering-niang-idea-if-scamacca-leaves-the-latest" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> claims. Gianluca Scamacca, owned by Sassuolo, is currently on loan at Genoa but is said to be being tracked by Juventus. Should Scamacca move on, ex-AC Milan man Niang is well liked by the club.

Genoa consider Niang move

Borussia Dortmund are keeping close tabs on Monaco youngster Sofiane Diop, according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/wird-er-der-neue-sancho-bvb-hat-interesse-an-monaco-talent-diop-75099542.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The German outlet claims the €10 million-rated attacker is on a list of potential Jadon Sancho replacements alongside Donyell Malen of Ajax and Man City youngster Jayden Braaf. If an offer of €120m comes in for Sancho in the summer, Dortmund will sanction a sale.

Diop to replace Sancho at BVB?

Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour is hoping to be sent out on loan before the end of the January transfer window, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9194979/Gilmour-wants-loan-away-Chelsea-boost-Scotland-chances-ahead-Euros.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. The young Scot is eager for consistent playing time ahead of the Euros and it has been suggested teams in the top half of the Championship could move to secure his services.

Gilmour asks to leave Chelsea on loan

Atalanta are interested in a last-minute deal to sign Viktor Kovalenko from Shakhtar Donetsk, <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/atalanta-target-kovalenko-as-a-potential-last-minute-signing" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> reports. Following Papu Gomez's sale to Sevilla, the Serie A side are in the market for a new attacking midfielder and feel Kovalenko boasts the creative skills to take the club forward.

Atalanta want Kovalenko from Shakhtar

West Ham are interested in a move for Montpellier forward Gaetan Laborde, according to <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-west-ham-pousse-pour-laborde-montpellier-535119" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>. The Hammers are continuing to look for a replacement for Sebastien Haller, who was sold to Ajax this month.&nbsp; Laborde, 26, is one of the club's targets from Ligue 1, along with Reims forward&nbsp;Boulaye Dia.

West Ham interested in Laborde move

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Paul Arriola remains a Swansea City target before the transfer deadline closes Monday. Nothing will be decided before Sunday, I'm told. Chances of the loan happening: probably 50/50. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/dcu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#dcu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mls?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mls</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/usmnt?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#usmnt</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/swans?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#swans</a> — Steven Goff (@SoccerInsider) <a href="https://twitter.com/SoccerInsider/status/1354530835035267074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

USMNT and D.C. United winger Arriola '50/50' to join Swansea

Olympiacos defender Pape Cisse is set to join&nbsp;Saint-Etienne on loan through the end of the season, reports<a href="https://twitter.com/Santi_J_FM/status/1354543525614989312" target="_blank"> Foot Mercato.</a> The Ligue 1 side will have an option to buy the Senegal international at the end of the season for €13 million (£11.5m/$16m).

Cisse to join Saint-Etienne on loan

The New York Red Bulls will approve a loan move defender Aaron Long, reports <a href="https://www.skysports.com/transfer/news/12691/12200835/usa-captain-aaron-long-poised-to-leave-new-york-red-bulls-on-short-term-loan" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a> The USMNT defender nearly joined West Ham last year but New York rejected the approach from the Hammers. Several Championship sides are now interested in a short-term deal for Long.

USMNT defender Long to leave Red Bulls on loan

Stoke City have placed a £15 million ($21m) price tag on in-demand defender Nathan Collins, reports <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/exclusive-stoke-put-15m-price-tag-on-nathan-collins" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>. Several Premier League sides, including Arsenal, have taken an interest in the Irish teenager, who has become a regular for Michael O’Neill this season.

Stoke place £15m price tag on Collins

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/llorentefer19?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@llorentefer19</a> is an Udinese player! The Spanish forward has signed a contract with the club until 30 June 2022. ⚪️⚫️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForzaUdinese?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForzaUdinese</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Al%C3%A8Udin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AlèUdin</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BienvenidoLlorente?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BienvenidoLlorente</a> <a href="https://t.co/cT1zizb8SP">pic.twitter.com/cT1zizb8SP</a>— Udinese Calcio (@Udinese_1896) <a href="https://twitter.com/Udinese_1896/status/1354541390391369728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Llorente signs 18-month deal with Udinese

Monaco are leading the chase to land Lucas Torreira, according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/01/27/primera/1611755705_359746.html" target="_blank">AS</a>. The midfielder could see his loan at Atletico Madrid cut short due to a lack of playing time, with an Arsenal return appearing likely. Should he return to north London, the Uruguayan could head straight back out on loan to the Ligue 1 outfit.&nbsp;

Monaco leading race for Torreira

Former Chelsea midfielder Ramires could be heading to the South African Premier Division, reports <a href="https://www.kickoff.com/news/articles/south-africa-news/categories/news/premiership/former-chelsea-midfielder-ramires-open-to-psl-move/693380" target="_blank">KickOff.com</a>. The 33-year-old&nbsp;is currently a free agent after leaving Brazilian side Palmeiras last year.&nbsp; Ramires also has clubs from&nbsp;Qatar and Turkey interested in his services.

Ramires could be set for South Africa move

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Julian Brandt has never been close to Arsenal and he was not even on the market, Borussia Dortmund won’t sell him in January and will decide his future next summer. Arsenal only made contact with Buendia’s agent weeks ago and then decided to sign Ødegaard as main target. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afc</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1354551012233797634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Brandt not heading for Arsenal

Granada are eyeing a move for Rennes midfielder Clement Grenier, reports <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-rennes-grenade-arrive-sur-grenier-535115" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>. Grenier has been playing more frequently for Rennes lately, meaning the La Liga outfit may have to wait until he is available on a free transfer in the summer.

Granada eye move for Grenier

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