Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Chelsea eye Coutinho as Hazard replacement

Paris Saint-Germain will restart their advances for Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante at the end of the season,&nbsp;<a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-psg-cet-element-qui-plaide-en-faveur-de-paris-pour-ngolo-kante-433735" target="_blank">Le10 Sport</a>&nbsp;claims. The France star recently signed a new contract with the Premier League side, but PSG believe they still have a chance of bringing him to Parc des Princes in the next transfer window. The report says Kante does not have a great relationship with coach Maurizio Sarri and is not ruling out the prospect of a summer move.

PSG to pounce on Kante in summer

France star could be open to Chelsea exit

Tottenham and Arsenal are keeping an eye on Borussia Monchengladbach defender Matthias Ginter,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11675/11630814/tottenham-and-arsenal-monitoring-matthias-ginter-of-borussia-monchengladbach" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>&nbsp;reports. Both clubs are looking to enhance their defensive options, with Arsenal suffering injuries at the back and Spurs unsure about the long-term future of some of their centre-backs. Germany international Ginter has been highlighted as a potential option for both teams and they are already scouting the 25-year-old, whose contract expires in 2021.

Spurs & Arsenal eye Ginter

Premier League clubs send scouts to watch defender

Chelsea are mulling over a move for former Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho, according to <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/transfers/chelsea-transfer-news-philippe-coutinho-eden-hazard-hudson-odoi-a8765846.html" target="_blank">The Independent</a>. It's believed that the Blues consider Coutinho as a potential replacement for Eden Hazard, who is said to have his heart set on a summer transfer to Real Madrid. Coutinho has endured a tough time at Barcelona so far and Maurizio Sarri's side could offer him a potential escape route at the end of the season.

Chelsea eye Coutinho as Hazard replacement

The Barcelona star could replace the Belgian at Stamford Bridge

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has emerged as the frontrunner to land the Manchester United job on a permanent basis, report <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/ole-gunnar-solskjaer-now-in-13962918" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>. United have not lost a game since the Norweigan's return to the club as interim manager, winning nine and drawing just one. Mauricio Pochettino was touted as the club's first-choice option to take the reins in the summer, but it's now claimed that United officials are unconfident of luring him to Old Trafford in the summer.

Solskjaer in pole position to land United job

The Red Devils are unconfident of luring Pochettino to the club

Marek Hamsik's move to&nbsp;Dalian Yifang has hit a snag as the Chinese Super League outfit have changed their offer. The midfielder will not feature for Napoli this weekend as a move to China seems imminent. Although he has agreed terms with the club,&nbsp;<a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/serie-a/2019/02/07/hamsik-caso-cessione-cina-gianluca-di-marzio.html" target="_blank">Sky Sport Italia</a>&nbsp;reports that talks between Dalian Yifang and Napoli have stalled. Napoli had accepted the initial offer of €20 million for an immediate transfer, but&nbsp;Dalian Yifang have since altered it to a loan deal worth €5m with an obligation to buy him at the end of it for €15m.&nbsp;

Hamsik move to China stalls 

Chelsea target Daniele Rugani is nearing a contract extension with Juventus, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/chelsea-dealt-transfer-blow-as-rugani-set-to-sign-new-juve-contr-23856" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The defender has been offered a deal that will extend him until 2023 and increase his wages to&nbsp;€3 million plus bonuses, while he currently makes&nbsp;€1.7m. Juventus are not looking to sell Rugani, but should they sign Genoa's&nbsp;Cristian Romero, it's possible Rugani requests a transfer.&nbsp;

Chelsea target Rugani set to sign new Juve contract

Colombia have appointed Carlos Queiroz as the head coach of the national team. The South American nation had been without a coach since Jose Pekerman brought an end to a near seven-year spell in charge in September. Queiroz had long been the favourite to take over as Pekerman's successor, but were forced to wait until his contract with Iran expired. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/queiroz-appointed-new-colombia-boss/1u8zyy4lfhsi21ofr7s4kpxh4a" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Ex-Man Utd assistant Queiroz appointed new Colombia boss

The LA Galaxy have signed defender Diego Polenta, the MLS club announced on Thursday. The 27-year-old Polenta joins from Nacional in Uruguay's top flight, having spent his last five seasons with the club. "Diego is a strong and gifted defender in his prime that we believe can become a top defender in Major League Soccer,” LA Galaxy General Manager Dennis te Kloese said. “He has experience playing at a very high level in Uruguay and he will contribute to an area of need in our defense." <center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck">🙅‍♂️🚫🙅‍♂️ 👊 <a href="https://twitter.com/diegopolenta92?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@diegopolenta92</a>, your new central defender. <a href="https://t.co/5dnT6IVe0J">pic.twitter.com/5dnT6IVe0J</a>— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAGalaxy/status/1093593691661320192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2019</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </center>

Galaxy sign Polenta

The LA Galaxy are trying to restructure the contract of Giovani dos Santos in order to keep him on the team for this season, according to <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2019/02/07/stejskal-la-galaxy-attempting-restructure-giovani-dos-santos-contract" target="_blank">MLSsoccer.com</a>. Dos Santos is a designated player, but the club have three others on the roster and the Mexico international is the most likely to go. In order to keep him, Dos Santos would have to take at least a temporary pay cut from $6 million down to $1.5m so that his salary cap hit could be brought down by Targeted Allocation Money.

Galaxy trying to restructure Dos Santos' contract

Former Premier League goalkeeper Vito Mannone is nearing a deal to join MLS side Minnesota United, according to the <a href="http://www.startribune.com/united-nears-deal-with-former-arsenal-keeper-vito-mannone/505512722/" target="_blank">Star Tribune</a>. The 30-year-old goalkeeper, who featured for Arsenal and Sunderland in the English top flight, is currently with Reading in the Championship. Minnesota head coach Adrian Heath admitted the club hopes to have news on their goalkeeper situation in the next few days.

Minnesota United near deal for Mannone

Bayern Munich&nbsp;will sign 19-year-old forward Jann-Fiete Arp from Hamburg, it has been confirmed. The German sides reached an agreement for the Under-19 international, but will let the player decide when he makes the move. The forward is expected to sign a four-year contract with Bayern, while&nbsp;Bild reports Hamburg will pocket around €2.5 million from the deal. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/bayern-confirm-agreement-to-sign-teenage-hamburg-star-arp/pphcbkmvkocr1snuqyoflbl7h" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Bayern to sign teenage Hamburg star Arp

Barcelona&nbsp;president Josep Maria Bartomeu says the club are investing in "great young players" in preparation for life after Lionel Messi. While Messi is La Liga's top scorer and remains one of the greatest players in football, at age 31, the Barca president knows his club's talisman cannot carry on forever. And Bartomeu says the club's activity in the transfer market is with an eye toward making sure they are prepared for the day Messi does decide to call time on his storied career. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-must-prepare-for-messi-retirement-says-bartomeu/yx7gfsjkwyrn1fsip9jk00cmx" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Barca must prepare for life after Messi - Bartomeu

Orlando City have had their&nbsp;€300,000 (£261K/$341K) bid for Venezuela international&nbsp;Andres Ponce accepted by Anzhi Makhachkala, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://m.championat.com/news/sport/football/3670769/" target="_blank">Championat</a>. The Russian side has also accepted a bid from Chilean side Universidad Catolica, according to the publication. Ponce will have a choice which club he wants to join and will make his decision in the next 48 hours.

Orlando City has bid for Ponce accepted

Arsenal and Atletico Madrid are in the best position to sign Benfica left back Alejandro Grimaldo, according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20190207/46279812018/alejandro-grimaldo-atletico-arsenal.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. While Manchester City, Napoli and Inter remain interested, the Gunners are in a good spot to sign the 23-year-old, who they see as a long-term replacement for Nacho Monreal. Atletico also has uncertainty on the left, with the future of Filipe Luis and Lucas Hernandez both questions and could do with Grimaldo as their potential answer.&nbsp;

Arsenal and Atletico battle over Grimaldo

The Philadelphia Union have been linked to a big move for Marco Fabian, but if recent history is any indication, that may cause some trepidation with Union fans. In recent history, the likes of David Accam, Borek Dockal and not having any of their top three picks of the 2016 MLS draft, despite all being in the top six, shows why the Union's big splashes may not draw a lot of optimism.&nbsp; Ives Galarcep writes why this time, fans should be hoping their club comes through and delivers the Mexico international ahead of the 2019 MLS Season. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/why-marco-fabian-is-a-risk-worth-taking-for-the-philadelphia/jt166eredr2e1ucsvn1e7f6uh" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Fabian a risk worth taking for the Union

Callum Hudson-Odoi's future was one of the main talking points during the January window, with Bayern Munich trying and failing to sign him from Chelsea. The England youth international will now remain at Stamford Bridge until the end of the season at least, and Antonio Rudiger has now spoken out on the forward's current plight. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/rudiger-chelsea-need-to-let-hudson-odoi-be-18-and-find-some/sveghqef71ub1gvoekkeomy27" target="_blank">Check out what the Blues defender had to say right here...</a>

'Chelsea must let Hudson-Odoi be 18'

Eden Hazard's time at Chelsea looks to be coming to an end, with the Belgium international continuing to drop hints as to his future. Goal&nbsp;understands Hazard is hopeful he will be able to join Real Madrid this summer, and if the stats are anything to go by then his departure from Stamford Bridge could not be coming at a better time. Duncan Alexander from Opta has taken an in-depth look at the numbers, and believes that Hazard is now too good for Maurizio Sarri's side. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/too-good-for-chelseahazard-must-be-selfish-join-real-madrid/1dnn4i3eb3t0z1n5nheidz70zz" target="_blank">Check out the full analysis right here!</a>

Hazard must be selfish & join Real Madrid

While Krzysztof Piatek might be tearing it up at San Siro, his new team-mates at AC Milan are still recovering from the departure of Gonzalo Higuain. The former Real Madrid forward might have only found the net on six occasions in Serie A for the Rossoneri, but he certainly seems to have made an impression. Milan captain Alessio Romagnoli was particularly kind with his tribute, claiming the new Chelsea man is the "best striker in the world". <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/gonzalo-higuain-best-striker-world-ac-milan-chelsea-alessio/1r3166p22q8gu1k19gai8rwwpc" target="_blank">Check out the full story right here!</a>

'Higuain is the best striker in the world!'

One of the biggest deals of the January window saw Poland international Krzysztof Piatek move from Genoa to AC Milan in a deal worth&nbsp;€35 million (£30m/$40m). The 23-year-old was brought in to replace Gonzalo Higuain following the Argentine's move to Chelsea, and Piatek has hit the ground running. He has scored three goals in his first two starts for the Rossoneri, taking his overall tally to 22 in 24 appearances this season, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/gonzalo-who-scoring-sensation-piatek-has-already-made-milan-fans-/10jl4q658igpg1qsakb3mo6b1v" target="_blank">Goal's&nbsp;Mark Doyle has been very impressed!</a>

'Pistol' Piatek blowing away Higuain memories

Juventus striker Mario Mandzukic has turned down the offer of a €10m-a-year contract from Dalian Yifang, according to <a href="https://www.sportmediaset.mediaset.it/mercato/juventus/juventus-mandzukic-rifiuta-la-maxi-offerta-del-dalian-yifang_1259933-201902a.shtml" target="_blank">Sport Mediaset</a>. The Croatia international continues to see his future in Turin called into question amid fierce competition for places.

Mandzukic snubs China offer

Jose Mourinho is to meet with Inter director Beppe Marotta, with <a href="https://www.mediapason.it/telelombardia/" target="_blank">TeleLombardia</a> claiming that the Portuguese is being lined up for a potential return to San Siro. He is currently without a club following his dismissal by Manchester United and is waiting on the right offers to be put to him before stepping back into the dugout.

Mourinho meeting with Inter

Eden Hazard says answers on his future are coming “soon”, with the Chelsea forward having&nbsp;already decided what his next move will be. A man being heavily linked with Real Madrid told RMC Sport: "My decision will be known soon, but it’s not something that affects my mind.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/hazard-vows-answers-are-coming-soon-as-chelsea-real-madrid/14mjzejss73a41ie43nhtskp8c" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Hazard to reveal future decision

Arsenal could rekindle their interest in Braga starlet Francisco Tricao after seeing Juventus opt against a move in January, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/exclusive-why-juventus-refused-to-sign-arsenal-target-in-january-73350" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The Bianconeri considered the money being demanded for the 19-year-old to be too much, but the Gunners are said to remain keen.

Arsenal offered hope in Tricao chase

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">A <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FFC</a> legend has today announced his retirement. All the best, Bairdinho! 👏 👉 <a href="https://t.co/bMno6PnOmF">https://t.co/bMno6PnOmF</a> <a href="https://t.co/D8EnaR9osw">pic.twitter.com/D8EnaR9osw</a>— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/FulhamFC/status/1093485877207187456?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2019</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Baird hangs up his boots

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has four offers to return to football, according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/sport/arsene-wenger-ready-to-return-to-management-with-one-of-four-job-offers-3g9n5mx0k" target="_blank">The Times</a>. One of those is believed to be a directorial position at Paris Saint-Germain, another a coaching role with an international side and the other two from leading sides in Europe.

Wenger has four offers on the table

Sampdoria star Joachim Andersen is on Manchester United's list of centre-half targets for the summer transfer window, reports the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-transfer-koulibaly-summer-15793675" target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a>. The Red Devils also remain keen on Inter defender Milan Skriniar and Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly.

Andersen on Man Utd shortlist

Asmir Begovic is happy at Bournemouth and not looking for a way out of the club, according to the <a href="https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/sport/17415454.asmir-begovic-understood-to-be-committed-to-cherries-amid-reports-of-dispute-with-boss-eddie-howe/" target="_blank">Echo</a>. It had been suggested that the former Chelsea goalkeeper had suffered a falling out with Cherries boss Eddie Howe and was weighing up his options.

Begovic happy at Bournemouth

A switch to Juventus would be a “fantastic move” for Aaron Ramsey, says Ian Rush, with a man heading to the exits at Arsenal tipped to hold his own alongside “special” Cristiano Ronaldo. The former Wales and Bianconeri striker told ESPN FC: "I think he'd do really well, you've got Ronaldo there to play with and all that, so that's something special. But I think Aaron will be something special for Juventus and I'm sure he'll enjoy it." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/ronaldo-special-but-ramsey-can-be-too-arsenal-exit-backed-by/1pqyvgrx2hpkh1wa0jb6dlw5zw" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Ramsey can be special at Juventus'

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">Frenkie de Jong wants to be a Barcelona legend! ❤💙 <a href="https://t.co/iydZbZQu8n">pic.twitter.com/iydZbZQu8n</a>— Goal (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1093435406652182528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2019</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Why De Jong made Barca call

Emile Smith Rowe could see a loan spell at RB Leipzig extended past the end of the season, according to the magazine produced by <a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/" target="_blank">SportBild</a>. The 18-year-old Arsenal midfielder has linked up with the Bundesliga outfit an initial agreement which will take in the remainder of the 2018-19 campaign.

Smith Rowe may extend loan from Arsenal

Matthijs de Ligt remains a target for Barcelona but is not considered to be a top priority, claims <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20190207/46264548064/fc-barcelona-barca-de-jong-de-ligt.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Before looking to land the highly-rated Ajax defender, those at Camp Nou would prefer to see a new striker snapped up and Jordi Alba commit to fresh terms.

De Ligt not a priority for Barcelona

Sandro&nbsp;Tonali&nbsp;will cost Liverpool or Chelsea a hefty fee&nbsp;in the summer if the player's club Brescia earn promotion to&nbsp;Serie&nbsp;A,&nbsp;according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com" target="_blank">Calciomercato.</a>&nbsp; Former Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino&nbsp;is in charge at the Serie&nbsp;B outfit and will look to cash in if the club go up to the top flight. The 18-year-old is already a full Italy international and was linked with both Stamford Bridge and Anfield during the January window.

Brescia's Tonali to command big fee if Chelsea and Liverpool make a move 

Fulham remain desperate to tie Ryan Sessegnon down to a new contract as talks between the club and the 18 year-old continue to drag on, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/fulham/fulham-waiting-on-ryan-sessegnon-to-sign-new-contract-as-talks-drag-on-a4058816.html?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1549448839" target="_blank">report the Evening Standard.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp; Sessegnon has entered the final 18 months of hs current deal, and is thought to be reluctant to risk dropping back into the Championship if Fulham are relegated at the end of the season.&nbsp; Tottenham and Manchester United&nbsp;had both been keen on bringing the England U21 international in during the summer, but the player opted to stay at Craven Cottage in order to get more playing time.&nbsp;

Sessegnon holding out over Fulham contract offer 

Ander Herrera is close to signing a new deal with&nbsp;Manchester United, <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-6675885/Manchester-United-set-tie-new-contract-Ander-Herrera.html" target="_blank">report the Daily Mail. </a>&nbsp; The Spaniard is keen to extend his five-year stay at the club, with his current deal set to expire at the end of the season. Ashley Young has already agreed a one-year extension to his contract at Old Trafford.

Herrera close to new United deal

Barcelona are eyeing a surprise move for Real Madrid's Isco, according to the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/758154/Barcelona-Real-Madrid-Isco-Josep-Maria-Bartomeu-Copa-del-Rey-El-Clasico?utm_source=feedburner&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=Feed%3A+daily-star-football+%28Daily+Star+%3A%3A+Football+Feed%29" target="_blank">Daily Star.</a> The former Real&nbsp;favourite&nbsp;has fallen out of favour with Bernabeu&nbsp;boss&nbsp;Santiago Solari in recent weeks and is believed to be in the sights of Barca president&nbsp;Josep Maria Bartomeu.&nbsp;

Barca eyeing Isco

Saint-Etienne midfielder Ole Selnaes was permitted to travel to China on Wednesday as the Norwegian prepares for a move to Shenzhen FC, according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/" target="_blank">l'Equipe</a>. The report claims that the 24-year-old is set to receive a salary of €10 million (£9m/$11m) spread across three years.

Selnaes set for China move

Frenkie de Jong has said that if his move to Barcelona is a success he might never leave the club, just like Lionel Messi. A €75 million (£66m/$85m) transfer has been put in place and will be pushed through in the summer window, with the 21-year-old looking take the next step in his career. There had been interest from other big clubs, but De Jong admits representing the Blaugrana has always been a dream. “Paris Saint-Germain was a good option, but Barcelona has always been a dream, and I'm happy with my five-year contract," he told Het Kontakt. “If I succeed, then the chances are that I will never leave, just like Messi.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/de-jong-intends-to-be-like-messi-and-never-leave-barcelona-as-he-/j59h43b1i0nr1d0747d5cqgaq" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

De Jong 'might never leave' Barca

Cardiff City have confirmed that they have not yet paid the first instalment of their payment for missing striker Emiliano Sala. Reports had claimed Nantes were demanding six of the agreed upon €15m (£13m/$17m) fee for the Argentine, something Bluebirds chairman Mehmet Dalman has confirmed. "I confirm that what you are saying [that Cardiff haven't paid the first instalment] is true," Dalman told l'Equipe. "[We will pay] when we think it's the right time to do it. We must show respect to the family." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/cardiff-tell-nantes-theyll-pay-sala-transfer-fees-when-time/clnl16i2upya1rsb8bs0oqugd" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Sala fee to be paid when 'time is right'

Bayern Munich have reached an agreement to sign Jann-Fiete Arp from Hamburg, according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/fc-bayern-transfer-hammer-dieser-stuermer-wurde-im-sommer-gekauft-59995346,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The two clubs are said to have agreed a fee of €2.5 million (£2.2m/$2.8m) for the 19-year-old, however it is unclear as to whether he will join the Bavarians in 2019 or 2020. The report claims Hamburg will allow Bayern and the player to discuss and agree the right time to move.

Bayern agree deal for young striker

<a href="https://www.sydneyfc.com/news/brandon-oneill-re-signs-2-years" target="_blank">Sydney FC </a><a href="https://www.sydneyfc.com/news/brandon-oneill-re-signs-2-years" target="_blank">have</a> confirmed that Brandon O'Neill has put pen to paper on a new deal that ties him to the club for an additional two years. The midfielder, 24, has spent four seasons with the Sky Blues and was all too happy to continue under the guidance of Steve Corica. “I’ve had a fantastic four seasons already at Sydney FC and can’t see myself at any other club right now,” O’Neill told the club's <a href="https://www.sydneyfc.com/news/brandon-oneill-re-signs-2-years" target="_blank">official website</a>. “This club is built for success and we’re in a great position under Steve Corica. “I do have ambitions to play at the very highest level and that’s a huge target for me, one that Sydney FC will do everything in their power to help me with.”

O'Neill signs two-year deal

Real Madrid manager&nbsp;Santiago Solari has responded to rumours linking Marcelo with a move away from the club. Marcelo has been tipped to join former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo at Juventus after recently losing his starting position. But Solari&nbsp;responded to that talk in a strong way. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/hes-100-per-cent-real-madrid-solari-backs-marcelo/1uo4wfrqo4y0b1ey63z55si4t7" target="_blank">Read what the manager had to say here.</a>

Solari on Marcelo: 'He is 100 per cent Real Madrid'

Arsenal are eyeing a summer move for&nbsp;​Genk winger Leandro Trossard, according to <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-boss-unai-emery-sets-15790835" target="_blank">Football London.&nbsp;</a> Trossard, 23, has been in fine form for Genk&nbsp;this term, scoring&nbsp;10 goals in 18 league games despite mostly playing as a winger.&nbsp; Genk&nbsp;will demand £22 million ($28m) for&nbsp;Trossard, which is within&nbsp;Arsenal's price range.&nbsp;

Arsenal eyeing summer move for Trossard

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp&nbsp;will ask for defensive signings in the summer, reports <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8369998/liverpool-klopp-ask-defensive-cover-january-window-clyne/" target="_blank">The Sun.&nbsp;</a> With several players injured, Klopp asked for defensive cover in the winter window but Liverpool did not end up making any signings.&nbsp; Klopp&nbsp;will return to the market again in the summer, looking for options&nbsp;behind first-choice centre-back duo&nbsp;Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez.

Klopp to ask for defensive help in the summer

Hirving Lozano's agent, Mina Raiola, already has given Napoli the thumbs up for a move for Lozano, according to <a href="https://sport.ilmattino.it/sscnapoli/napoli_rivoluzione_ancelotti_obiettivo_lozano-4280649.html" target="_blank"> Il Mattino</a>. But while the Serie A side has a deal on the table to the representative's liking, they're still $6 million away from meeting PSV's $40 million asking price after tabling a bid of $34 million. This winter,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Napoli/03-01-2019/napoli-calciomercato-traore-lozano-32070086000.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>&nbsp;reported that Napoli would target the winger in the next transfer window. The 23-year-old PSV player has stood out since moving abroad from Pachuca and garnered attention from a number of top clubs.

Lozano's agent, Napoli have agreement

Juventus and Inter are leading the way in the chase for Lyon midfielder Tanguy Ndombele, reports <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-psg-les-deux-clubs-les-plus-chauds-sur-ndombele-433572" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>.&nbsp; Manchester United and Manchester City saw €50 million (£44m/$57m) bids turned down in the summer, with their interest now cooling a bit.&nbsp; Lyon are holding out for&nbsp;€80m (£70m/$91m)&nbsp;in exchange for the 22-year-old.&nbsp;

Juve & Inter take lead in Ndombele race

Manchester City, Chelsea, Barcelona and Inter are all tracking PSV midfielder Mohammed Ihattaren, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/ihattaren-strega-l-europa-la-concorrenza-e-spietata-c-e-anche-l--57610?utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_medium=account&amp;utm_campaign=autopost" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.&nbsp; Though he's still just 16,&nbsp;Ihattaren has broken through to the PSV first team this season, making two&nbsp;Eredivisie appearances so far.&nbsp; The Netherlands U-19 international can play in central midfield or as a winger.&nbsp;

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Bayern Munich have an agreement in place to sign Hamburg forward Jann-Fiete Arp, reports <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/fc-bayern-transfer-hammer-dieser-stuermer-wurde-im-sommer-gekauft-59995346,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>.&nbsp; The 19-year-old has emerged as one of Germany's top prospects, drawing comparisons to Tottenham star Harry Kane.&nbsp; Though an agreement is sealed, it still remains to be seen whether Arp joins Bayern this summer or in 2020.&nbsp;

Bayern have agreement to sign Arp from Hamburg

Manchester United and Real Madrid are both monitoring Benfica star Joao Felix, according to <a href="http://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/3768300/manchester-united-real-madrid-tracking-new-cristiano-ronaldo-joao-felix-source" target="_blank">ESPN FC.&nbsp;</a> The 19-year-old attacking midfielder has been hailed as&nbsp;the "new&nbsp;Cristiano Ronaldo," after only making his senior debut for Benfica in August. Felix has a release clause of&nbsp;€120 million (£105m/$136m).

Man Utd, Real Madrid tracking Felix

Chelsea could face a battle to keep another of their star players in the summer, with PSG still interested in Willian, according to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/chelsea-face-eden-hazard-willian-13963048" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>. The French champions were linked with a move for the Brazilian on transfer deadline day, but no transfer came to fruition. However, the report claims that Thomas Tuchel's side could be in for the Chelsea winger again at the end of the season, with Eden Hazard also set to move on.

PSG remain keen on Willian

Bournemouth goalkeeper Asmir Begovic could be on his way out of the club after a bust-up with manager Eddie Howe, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/asmir-begovics-bust-up-eddie-13963392" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>. The former Chelsea goalkeeper was recently dropped by the Cherries boss, a decision which is said to have led to a heated discussion between the pair. As a result, the Bosnian could be shown the exit door in the summer, with 38-year-old Artur Boruc the current first-choice option between the sticks.

Begovic could leave Bournemouth after bust-up with Howe

Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera is on the verge of signing a new one-year contract with the club, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-6675885/Manchester-United-set-tie-new-contract-Ander-Herrera.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. The Spaniard has been one of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's go-to players since the former United forward returned as interim manager at the end of last year. Ashley Young is also said to be close to agreeing a one-year extension to his current deal.

Herrera close to penning new United deal

Tottenham are monitoring Leicester City midfielder James Maddison and could make a move for him if Christian Eriksen leaves the club, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/tottenham-eye-james-maddison-transfer-13962828" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>. Mauricio Pochettino's side are keen to add more homegrown players to their squad and Maddison has been hugely impressive for the Foxes since his summer arrival from Norwich City. Midfield maestro Eriksen could be set to move on in the summer, with his contract due to expire in 2020. Real Madrid have long&nbsp;been touted as a potential destination for the Dane.

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