Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Mancini emerges as candidate to take Man Utd reins next summer

Italy manager Roberto Mancini has emerged as a candidate to take the managerial reins at Manchester United next summer - according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/30/exclusive-roberto-mancini-surprise-contender-manchester-united/" target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.Ralf Rangnick has just been installed as the Red Devils' interim boss, but they will look to appoint Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's permanent successor at the end of the season.Mancini is now in the frame despite his past links to Manchester City - who he guided to their maiden Premier League title in 2011-12.

Mancini emerges as candidate to take Man Utd reins next summer

The ex-Man City boss is being linked with the top job at Old Trafford

Gabigol continues to catch the eye at Flamengo and, despite previously flopping at Inter, he could soon be heading back to Europe.According to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/gabigol-eyes-return-europe-premier-league-move-preference" target="_blank">90min</a>, the Brazilian forward is keen on testing himself in the Premier League, with Arsenal and Newcastle said to be among his suitors.

Gabigol favours Premier League move (90min)

Brazilian striker keen on switch to England

Barcelona have offered Manchester United the chance to sign Philippe Coutinho - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/coutinho-comodin-barca-fichar-premier-12922204" target="_self">SPORT</a>.The Spanish giants want to use the Brazilian as a makeweight in any deal to sign Anthony Martial or Edinson Cavani from the Red Devils.United have made it clear that they have no interest in Coutinho at this stage, however, with Barca also making Manchester City aware of his availability.

Coutinho a makeweight in Martial & Cavani bids (Sport)

Liverpool intend to join the battle for Wolves winger Adama Traore next summer but will need to beat out Barcelona and Juventus, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/adama-traore-3-equipos-pretenden-ficharle-este-proximo-verano-20211129.html" target="_blank">Fichajes.net.</a>Traore, 25, consistently ranks as one of Europe's finest dribblers, and while his end product is sometimes criticised, he would have better targets to aim at if he were to move to Anfield.The Reds, meanwhile, know that depth is paramount if they are to continue playing at a high level both domestically and in the Champions League.

Liverpool to join summer Traore battle (Fichajes.net)

The Reds want to add the versatile dribbling savant to their 2022-23 attack

Dundalk have parted ways with manager Vinny Perth, <a href="https://www.dundalkfc.com/vinny-leaves-oriel-park/" target="_self">the club confirmed</a>.Perth appointed as head coach in 2019 and led the club to a league title as part of a four-trophy haul.Dundalk finished last season sixth in the league.

Dundalk part ways with manager

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">André <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/VillasBoas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VillasBoas</a> is in negotiations with Flamengo to become the new coach of Brazilian club. 🔴⚫️ <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Flamengo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Flamengo</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZcvtjMWEgC">https://t.co/ZcvtjMWEgC</a>— Pedro Almeida (@pedrogva6) <a href="https://x.com/pedrogva6/status/1465769568492732418?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Villas Boas in negotiations with Flamengo

Dayne St. Claire has signed a new contract with Minnesota United, <a href="https://www.mnufc.com/news/dayne-st-clair-signs-new-contract" target="_self">the club announced on Tuesday</a>.The Canadian goalkeeper has signed a new three-year contract with a one-year club option.St. Claire, 24, started 13 games in 2020 before featuring four times this season as he primarily backed up starter Tyler Miller.

Minnesota's St. Clair signs new deal

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has made a final decision on January signings while refusing to rule out sales amid exit talk surrounding Eden Hazard and Isco.Ancelotti says there are likely to be outgoings from the club, having been linked with the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Antonio Rudiger.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/real-madrid-coach-ancelotti-decision-january-signings-sales/blt93042c6dc1ccd2e6" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti makes decision on January signings

After leading the club to the MLS playoffs, Vanni Sartini&nbsp;has been named the Vancouver Whitecaps' head coach, the cub confirmed.Sartini has agreed to a two-year contract through 2023 after leading the team for 14 games on an interim basis.“These last three months have completely changed my life,” said Sartini. “When the club gave me the chance to be the head coach in August, I didn't know how long I was going to last but I knew that I had to give everything and make the most of the opportunity. "I am fortunate to be surrounded by a great team and I'm so honoured, but also so excited, to help grow this club and continue this journey. Everyone now knows we are a good team, there are certain standards that need to be met, and the best is yet to come.”<ul> </ul>

Sartini named Whitecaps boss

Venezuela appoint former Colombia boss Pekerman

Real Madrid are optimistic about their chances of signing Antonio Rudiger and are prioritising a move for the Chelsea player, GOAL has learned.Rudiger has rejected Chelsea's latest advances and, despite the club's hopes of keeping him, Real Madrid believe they have a real chance to sign the German as an upgrade to their defence.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/real-madrid-optimistic-rudiger-transfer-chelsea-snubs/bltcda0f8b10987c7aa" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Real Madrid optimistic on Rudiger transfer

FC Dallas have declined options to bring back goalkeeper Phelipe Megiolaro, defenders Bressan, Caiser Gomes and Johnny Nelson, and midfielders Bryan Acosta, Andres Ricaurte and Freddy Vargas, <a href="https://www.fcdallas.com/news/fc-dallas-announces-roster-decisions-for-2022-season" target="_self">the club announced</a>.In addition, goalkeeper Kyle Zobeck is also out of contract.The club has to exercise options on a number of regulars, having announced the intention to bring back midfielders Edwin Cerrillo and Brandon Servania, and defenders Ryan Hollingshead, Eddie Munjoma, Nkosi Tafari and Ema Twumasi.

FC Dallas decline options on seven players

Paris Saint-Germain have opened talks with Marquinhos over a contract extension - according to <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/" target="_self">RMC Sport</a>.The 27-year-old's current deal is not due to expire until 2024, but the Ligue 1 leaders are eager to tie him down for an extra two years.Marquinhos has appeared in 15 games across all competitions for PSG so far this term, scoring three goals.

PSG open Marquinhos extension talks

Barcelona have a “total agreement” in place with Ferran Torres and remain in talks with Manchester City, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/berger_pj/status/1465664043268681732 " target="_blank">Sport</a>.The Blues are demanding €70 million (£60m/$80m) for the Spain international, but Barca are hoping that a player who is ready to sign a long-term contract at Camp Nou can be acquired for considerably less – potentially in a part-exchange deal.

Barca have Torres agreement in place

<a href="https://www.completesports.com/leicester-city-borussia-dortmund-interested-in-akinkunmi-amoo/ " target="_blank">Complete Sports</a> reports that Leicester and Borussia Dortmund are ready to battle it out for highly-rated Hammarby forward Akinkunmi Amoo.The 19-year-old, who has been referred to as ‘little Messi’, is also catching the eye of Dutch giants Ajax.

Leicester & Dortmund battling for ‘little Messi’

Aaron Ramsey’s future at Juventus remains up in the air, with <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-che-fine-ha-fatto-ramsey-71048" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> confirming that the Serie A giants still want to find a buyer for the Welsh midfielder in January.Premier League clubs have been sounded out, with Wolves and Crystal Palace among those to have passed on the opportunity to bring a former Arsenal star back to Britain.

Wolves and Palace pass on Ramsey

Chelsea and Liverpool are both eyeing a potential swoop for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/premier-league-clubs-are-circling-barcelona-defender-ronald-araujo-12920084" target="_self">SPORT</a>.The Premier League duo have been tracking the 22-year-old for some time, and could formalise their interest next summer.Araujo will only have 12 months left on his contract by then, but Barca are still hoping to tie him down to fresh terms.

Chelsea & Liverpool eyeing Araujo

Joe Rodon is seeking a move away from Tottenham - according to <a href="https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/news/what-antonio-conte-needs-january-22308238" target="_self">Football.London</a>.The 24-year-old has grown frustrated with a lack of playing time and would like to head out on loan in January.Brighton are among a number of Premier League clubs that may be willing to offer Rodon an exit route when the transfer window reopens.

Rodon seeking Spurs exit

Newcastle have joined the chase for Lille midfielder Renato Sanches - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-nuova-richiesta-per-renato-sanches-33960" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The Portuguese, who has also been linked with Arsenal, Liverpool and Milan, is expected to leave Stade Pierre Mauroy in January.Newcastle are poised to make a move for Sanches as Eddie Howe sets about boosting his squad to achieve Premier League survival.

Newcastle join Sanches chase 

Steven Bergwijn continues to struggle for regular game time at Tottenham, with <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/13094857/ajax-polst-steven-bergwijn-voor-transfer-deze-winter?utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=twitter " target="_blank">De Telegraaf</a> claiming that he is now wanted back in his native Netherlands by Ajax.A loan deal could be discussed at the turn of the year, with the 24-year-old forward needing to get minutes under his belt.

Ajax want Spurs outcast Bergwijn

Burnley will not be sanctioning the sale of James Tarkowski in January, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-major-update-on-burnley-selling-tarkowski-as-7m-west-ham-bid-mooted/ " target="_blank">Football Insider.</a>The England international centre-half is once again being linked with West Ham as his contract runs down, but the Clarets are reluctant to listen to offers despite running the risk of losing a top talent for nothing.

Burnley won’t budge on Tarkowski

Tottenham are, according to <a href="https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/news/what-antonio-conte-needs-january-22308238" target="_blank">football.london</a>, ready to battle it out for in-demand Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic.The Serbia international is wanted by leading sides across Europe, including Juventus and Manchester City, but Antonio Conte wants him to bolster attacking ranks in north London.

Spurs ready to battle for Vlahovic

Ralf Rangnick may have only been appointed by Manchester United on an interim basis, but <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1528957/Man-Utd-Glazers-stance-January-signings-for-Ralf-Rangnick-transfer-news " target="_blank">Express Sport</a> claims he will be given money to spend in January.The experienced German tactician is set to see the Red Devils through to the end of the 2021-22 campaign and will be given an opportunity over the winter to put his stamp on a squad inherited from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Man Utd will give Rangnick money to spend

Kepa Arrizabalaga is looking for a way out of Chelsea in the January transfer window, with <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/11/29/internacional/1638219186_572441.html " target="_blank">AS</a> claiming that the Spain international goalkeeper could head to Italy.Lazio are said to be keen on the world’s most expensive shot-stopper, who remains behind Edouard Mendy in the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.

Lazio looking for Kepa loan

According to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/fichajes-real-madrid-frimpong-lateral-derecho-aparece-agenda-florentino-20211128.html " target="_blank">Fichajes,</a> Bayer Leverkusen defender Jeremie Frimpong is registering on the recruitment radar at Real Madrid.The Blancos are in the market for another right, with a talented Dutchman that has spent time with Manchester City and Celtic now in their sights.

Frimpong registers on Real’s radar

Leeds are considering a swoop for Real Madrid striker Mariano Diaz - according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/bielsa-apunta-madrid-reforzar-delantera-leeds-enero-20211129.html" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.Marcelo Bielsa is looking at the 28-year-old to come in and provide extra cover for Patrick Bamford while he is still out injured.Real could be open to offers for Diaz in the new year as he continues to sit on the fringes of the action at Santiago Bernabeu.

Leeds considering Mariano Diaz swoop

Xavi is eager to bring Benfica full-back Alex Grimaldo back to Barcelona - according to <a href="https://www.abola.pt/Clubes/2021-11-29/benfica-aval-de-xavi-para-o-barcelona-contratar-grimaldo/915511/40" target="_self">A Bola</a>.The 32-year-old began his career in the La Masia academy before moving to Portugal in 2016.Barca could re-sign Grimaldo to provide extra cover for Jordi Alba on the left side of the defence.

Xavi eager to bring Grimaldo back to Barca

Dries Mertens is ready to re-commit to Napoli by signing a new contract - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/napoli-mertens-e-strepitoso-comunicazione-arrivata-sul-rinnovo-l-23642" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 34-year-old's current deal expires next summer, but the Italian giants are eager to tie him down to fresh terms.Mertens is prepared to sign a new agreement despite the fact Napoli will have to lower his annual salary to €2.5 million per year.

Mertens ready to re-commit to Napoli 

Liverpool are leading the race to sign Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Denis Zakaria - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/es/deportes/klopp-eclipsa-xavi-hernandez-jugador-no-barca-prefiere-liverpool_676139_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>. The 25-year-old has also been strongly linked with Barcelona, but would prefer to secure a move to Anfield.Liverpool are able to offer Zakaria a far more attractive financial package too, with Barca still in the process of trying to reduce their crippling debts.

Liverpool leading Zakaria race

Manchester City are pushing for a renewal on Riyad Mahrez's contract, according to the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/16888713/man-city-riyad-mahrez-new-contract/" target="_blank">Sun</a>.The report says that with a year-and-a-half left on a £160,000-a-week contract, City are keen to avoid a shock move from the skilled forward in the summer.Mahrez is claimed to be quite happy with his career and won't seek an exit unless negotiations completely fall apart.

Man City push for Mahrez renewal

Brazilian centre-back Marquinhos has entered contract negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain, according to <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/ligue-1/psg-marquinhos-a-entame-des-discussions-pour-une-prolongation_AV-202111290331.html" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a>.His current contract runs until 2024, and both sides are said to be willing to extend the deal until at least 2026.

Marquinhos in PSG extension talks

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">PSG president Nasser Al Khelaifi denies rumours on Donnarumma planning to leave the club: “Gianluigi Donnarumma is simply extraordinary - he’ll contribute to Paris Saint Germain success in the coming seasons”. 🇫🇷🇮🇹 <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/PSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PSG</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Donnarumma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Donnarumma</a> @hadrien_grenier— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1465444888980426757?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2021</a></blockquote>
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PSG deny Donnarumma chatter

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Comunicamos el nombramiento de Alberto Toril como nuevo entrenador del primer equipo femenino con incorporación inmediata para lo que resta de temporada y la próxima, hasta el 30 de junio de 2023.<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/RealMadrid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RealMadrid</a> <a href="https://t.co/DeOSxkLWXT">pic.twitter.com/DeOSxkLWXT</a>— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadridfem) <a href="https://x.com/realmadridfem/status/1465322501999927301?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Real Madrid women hire Toril as first-team manager

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Dynamo re-sign Vera

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