Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona consider move for Basel striker Cabral

Manchester United are closing in on appointing Ralf Rangnick as their interim manager until the end of the season,&nbsp;GOAL&nbsp;can confirm.The Red Devils have held advanced talks with the 63-year-old, and it is expected he will soon be announced as a short-term replacement for sacked former boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-utd-rangnick-interim-manager/blt10a30f545ecd69d4" target="_blank">Check out more details here! </a>

Man Utd set to appoint Rangnick (GOAL)

Red Devils closing in on appointing Solskjaer replacement

Barcelona are considering making a move for Basel star Arthur Cabral, <a href="https://www.goal.com/es/noticias/el-barca-monitorea-a-arthur-cabral/blt2c71895892537ec2" target="_blank">GOAL can confirm.</a>The Catalans have been monitoring the Brazilian striker, who has 23 goals from 24 matches in all competitions for the Swiss side.Ex-Barcelona player Deco, who recently joined the club's recruitment team, has been talking to the 23-year-old's agent, while coach Xavi has given the green light to sign him.Cabral will likely cost between €12-15 million (£10m/$14m - £13m/$17m) but Barca will have to sell some players before they can act on their interest.

Barcelona monitor Basel star Cabral (GOAL)

Xavi has given green light to sign Brazilian striker

Manchester United will challenge Juventus, Tottenham and Newcastle to the signing of Fiorentina star Dusan Vlahovic, reports <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10242353/Manchester-United-Fiorentina-star-Dusan-Vlahovic-tracked.html" target="_blank">The Daily Mail</a>.Juve have made the 21-year-old their top target and are hopeful of signing him in January, though they will have to offload several players before they will be able to afford his salary.AC Milan, Spurs and Newcastle are all said to be interested, too, but United could swoop in with an offer as they look to bolster their attack.

Man Utd join Juve, Spurs & Newcastle in Vlahovic pursuit (Daily Mail)

Race to sign Fiorentina star heats up with Old Trafford interest

Paris Saint-Germain have started talks with Zinedine Zidane about replacing Mauricio Pochettino.<a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/psg/zidane-et-le-psg-les-negociations-sont-entamees-depuis-plusieurs-semaines-25-11-2021-AKFIVTXMHFGTDBQVLOXGUDCCTM.php" target="_blank">Le Parisien</a> says the French side are discussing a deal that would see the coach take over ahead of next season, but the schedule could be moved forward as Pochettino is reportedly eager to move to Manchester United.

PSG open talks with Zidane to replace Pochettino (Le Parisien)

Negotiations are aimed at a deal for next season but could be brought forward

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte is keen on a move for Manchester United defender Eric Bailly, according to the<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-transfer-window/id1254836234?i=1000542860706">Transfer Window Podcast.</a>Conte was keen to sign Bailly while he was at Inter, and still rates the Ivory Coast centre back and wants to bring him to Spurs.Bailly has been in and out of the team at Old Trafford, although his situation may change after the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Conte 'wants Bailly at Spurs' (Transfer Window Podcast)

The Tottenham boss tracked the Man Utd defender while at Inter

Pochettino must wait until summer for Man Utd job (Daily Star)

Argentine will not be permitted to leave PSG mid-season

Paris Saint-Germain are eyeing Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappe - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/vinicius-pressiona-florentino-perez-reial-madrid-renovacio-18-milions-psg_674372_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.Mbappe's contract is due to expire at the end of the season and he is expected to join The Blancos on a free transfer.PSG could look to bring in Vinicius in his stead, and would be willing to triple the wages he is currently on at Santiago Bernabeu.

PSG eyeing Vinicius Jr as Mbappe replacement

Eddie Howe is eager to bring Kieran Trippier to Newcastle in January - according to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-target-kieran-trippier-25527169" target="_self">The Mirror</a>.The new Magpies boss thinks the 31-year-old's experience can help them pull clear of the relegation zone.Trippier has also been linked with Manchester United, but it remains to be seen whether Atletico will let him leave in the new year.

Howe eager to bring Trippier to Newcastle in January 

Jose Mourinho wants Jordan Veretout to sign a contract extension at Roma - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-mourinho-vuole-il-rinnovo-di-un-centrocampista-40346" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 28-year-old's current deal does not expire until 2024, but the Giallorossi are eager to secure his long term future.Veretout has featured in all 13 of Roma's Serie A games this term, recording four goals and two assists.

Mourinho wants Veretout to sign Roma extension 

Tottenham are ready to reignite their interest in Cagliari midfielder Nahitan Nandez - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/nandez-e-la-promessa-del-cagliari-cosa-succede-tra-clausola-cont-70375" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 25-year-old has a €36 million (£30m/$40m) release clause, but his current employers are willing to compromise on a final fee.Spurs failed to land Nandez in the summer but could now return for his signature in the winter market.

Spurs to reignite Nandez interest 

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New York Red Bulls' right-back Duncan to join Oostende

Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Mykhaylo Mudryk is the subject of interest from Sevilla - according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/mudryk-tapado-monchi-reforzar-ataque-sevilla-20211125.html" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.The Spanish club are weighing up a move for the 20-year-old as Julen Lopetegui seeks to bolster his ranks in the middle of the park.Mudryk is contracted to Shakhtar until 2025, but could still be available for a cut-price fee next year.

Sevilla interested in Shakhtar star Mudryk 

Ryan Sessegnon has denied seeking a move away from Tottenham amid a lack of regular minutes.The 21-year-old joined Spurs from Fulham in 2019 but has since been restricted to just 15 appearances for the club, leading to question marks over his future.Sessegnon remains fully committed to Tottenham, though, as he told a press conference: "That never crossed my mind [to leave]. I knew I would have to go out on loan which I did and played a few games and came back with a lot of confidence but the injury happened again. But never did it cross my mind that I would have to leave the club."Of course, it has been very tough, everyone knows that. People very close to me know how much it affected me a little bit, but in terms of confidence, I think that is behind me now."

Sessegnon denies seeking Spurs exit

Manchester City are set to step up talks with Raheem Sterling over a contract extension - according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/25/manchester-city-step-raheem-sterling-contract-renewal-efforts/" target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.The 26-year-old has been strongly linked with Barcelona and has admitted that he would be open to a move to Spain.However, City are ready to reject all offers for Sterling and tie him down to a new long-term deal.

Man City to step up Sterling contract talks

Liverpool are ready to do battle with Juventus in the transfer market for the signature of Ajax star Ryan Gravenberch - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/liverpool-sfida-la-juve-per-un-centrocampista-76238" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Juve have identified the 19-year-old as a primary target as he approaches the final 18 months of his contract at Johan Cruyff ArenA.The Reds could scupper their plans by making their own approach for Gravenberch next year.

Liverpool ready to battle Juve for Gravenberch

Ivan Perisic is leaving the door open to a contract renewal at Inter.The Croatian's current deal is due to expire next summer, but has indicated that he is set to sit down and discuss his future with club officials.Perisic has told <a href="https://www.mediasetplay.mediaset.it/video/uefachampionsleague20212022/perisic-rinnovo-vediamo_FD00000000318343" target="_self">Mediaset Infinity</a>: "I'm focused on the present, then we'll talk to the club.&nbsp;Anything is possible, we'll see in a couple of weeks."

Perisic leaves door open to Inter renewal

Real Betis have turned down an approach from Trabzonspor for Cristiano Tello, <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/11/25/internacional/1637844287_569155.html" target="_self">AS</a> claims.The 30-year-old winger has played a limited role for the Spanish side this season, having started just one of the nine La Liga games in which he has featured. Tello’s contract expires at the end of the season and Betis are demanding €2.5 million to let him go in January, but the Turkish side’s offer fell €1m below that valuation.

Betis reject Trabzonspor bid for Tello

Arsenal defender Pablo Mari could be set to return to Flamengo - as <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/16848758/arsenal-mari-flamengo-transfer/" target="_self">The Sun</a> reports. The 28-year-old initially joined the Gunners from the Brazilian club in January 2020, but he now finds himself on the fringes of the action under Mikel Arteta.Flamengo are eager to bring Mari back, but would prefer a loan deal to a permanent one.

Arsenal's Mari could return to Flamengo

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are both tracking Arsenal forward Alexandre Lacazette - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-sfida-con-atletico-madrid-e-newcastle-per-un-attaccante-59090" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Milan and Newcastle have also been linked with the 30-year-old, whose contract is due to expire next summer.Atletico and Barca are set to battle it out for Lacazette if he becomes available on a free transfer.

Atletico & Barca tracking Lacazette

Alessio Romagnoli is ready to commit his future to AC Milan.<a href=" https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-romagnoli-annulla-suarez-e-corre-verso-il-rinnovo-la-verit-42094" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports that the 26-year-old's agent had a meeting with the Rossoneri last week, but the player's demands of a €3.5 million salary, with €1m in bonuses, exceeds what the club are willing to pay.Negotiations will continue before the winter break as both parties are eager to come to an agreement.

Romagnoli in talks over AC Milan extension

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Leicester City confirms the departure of Jonathan Morgan from his role as LCFC Women First Team Manager.— LCFC Women (@LCFC_Women) <a href="https://twitter.com/LCFC_Women/status/1463813462321078274?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Leicester Women boss Morgan leaves role

Roma are set to offer Jordan Veretout a new contract, says <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/veretout-vuole-restare-alla-roma-il-club-presto-passera-all-azione-per-chiudere-il-rinnovo-1613332" target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a>.His current deal expires in 2024, but he hopes to stay for even longer, telling reporters: "My agent talks to the club and the director, the club know what I have to do... I want to stay.”

Roma to extend Veretout deal

Stefan Bajcetic&nbsp;has signed his first professional contract with Liverpool.The 17-year-old joined the Anfield club in February and has featured at centre-back for the Under 18s this season.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A proud moment for Stefan Bajcetic 👏— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1463856021756162048?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2021</a></blockquote><script asyncsrc="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Liverpool sign Bajcetic to professional contract

Sheffield United have sacked Slavisa Jokanovic after their disappointing start to the season in the Championship.<a href="https://www.sufc.co.uk/news/2021/november/25/club-statement/" target="_blank">The club confirmed</a> the manager's departure on Thursday and Paul Heckinbottom has been appointed his successor.Heckingbottom has signed a deal that runs until 2026.

Sheffield United sack Jokanovic and appoint Heckingbottom

Stefano Pioli is on the verge of signing a new contract at AC Milan, says <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Milan/25-11-2021/pioli-rinnovo-milan-annuncio-venerdi-sabato-430136554623_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FSerie-A%2FMilan%2F25-11-2021%2Fpioli-rinnovo-milan-annuncio-venerdi-sabato-430136554623.shtml" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a>.Pioli's contract expires at the end of the season, so the club have rushed to negotiate a new deal and he is set to put his signature to an extension this week.

AC Milan to announce new Pioli contract

Ajax U18 coach Dave Vos will move to Rangers to link up with new manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst, according to <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/874069171/trainer-dave-vos-verlaat-ajax-onder-18-en-wordt-assistent-giovanni-van-bronckhorst">De Telegraaf.</a>Vos, 38, has reportedly told the Ajax U18s that he will leave after their UEFA Youth League clash with Besiktas this week.He has spent a decade at Ajax, initially joining as U18 assistamnt coach, but now lookls set to move to Scotland.

Van Bronckhorst 'adds Ajax coach to Rangers staff'

Birmingham City starlet George Hall has signed his first professional contract with the club, amid links to several Premier League sides.The 17-year-old made his debut for England U18s earlier this month, and had been watched by Newcastle United,&nbsp;Leeds&nbsp;United, Southampton and&nbsp;Brighton.However the midfielder, who has come through the same academy system as Jude Bellingham at St. Andrews, has penned a new contract at the Championship side.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Turning pro! ✍️ Blues are delighted to announce that <a href="https://twitter.com/BCFCAcademy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bcfcacademy</a> midfielder, George Hall, has signed a professional contract with the Club.— Birmingham City FC (@BCFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCFC/status/1463493057182056459?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Premier League-linked youngster Hall signs Birmingham contract

Rio Ferdinand has urged Liverpool to move for Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland in what he says would be a "devastating" move."I think he suits other teams better [than Man City]," Ferdinand told BT Sport on Wednesday. "If I was Liverpool I would take him right now."If he goes to Liverpool that’s a devastating front three. I don’t think it’s as hard for him to adapt if he goes to Liverpool. It’s a different system."

Haaland would be 'devastating' for Liverpool - Ferdinand

Mykhaylo Mudryk may not yet be guaranteed a place in the Shakhtar starting XI, but he has managed to attract interest from La Liga with his performances.According to Fichajes, the 20-year-old has impressed Sevilla sporting director Monchi and the Spanish side are plotting a move for him.The winger is regarded one of his country's finest talents and has made 15 appearances in all competitions for Shakhtar.

Sevilla target Shakhtar star Mudryk

Napoli are looking to sign Dries Mertens to a new contract, but are asking him to accept a lower wage.The Belgium international's current deal expires at the end of the season and although the club have an option to extend that for another year, they want him to sign a new deal altogether.<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Napoli/24-11-2021/napoli-mertens-ora-rinnovo-s-ha-fare-430121623342.shtml" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a> reports the Serie A side cannot afford to keep paying him at his current rate and need him to compromise on his salary.

Napoli ask Mertens to take pay cut with new contract

Riccardo Sottil is doomed to fall down the pecking order at Fiorentina if they act on their interest in Domenico Berardi.But Sottil could find better luck in Spain, as it has been reported on <a href="https://cadenaser.com/" target="_blank">Cadena SER</a> that La Liga side Cadiz are eager to sign him.

Cadiz to rescue Sottil as Fiorentina eye Berardi

Leeds United's Brazil ace Raphinha is convinced that he can achieve his ambitions at Elland Road, despite the club's lowly league position. “Without a doubt," the Liverpool target told BBC Radio Leeds.“When you bring together players with a real, strong, winning desire together with the manager, the coaching staff, fans who love the club, you create a wonderful atmosphere in the stadium and at the training ground.“Marcelo Bielsa demands a lot of us. We know that. We’re used to it. We listen to him. He helps us develop and evolve as players, as professionals."

Liverpool target Raphinha committed to Leeds

Barcelona have already prepared a new contract for star defender Ronald Araujo, according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/el-barca-tiene-preparada-una-oferta-de-renovacion-para-araujo-12898345" target="_blank">Sport</a>. The young Uruguayan has made a big impression at Camp Nou and could sign an extension within the next few weeks.

Barcelona prepare new Araujo deal

Manchester United have contacted six potential managers to take the job at Old Trafford until the end of the season, claims the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-caretaker-manager-interviews-25538735" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. Ernesto Valverde, Ralf Rangnick, Paulo Fonseca, Lucien Favre and Rudi Garcia have all held interviews with the club, while current interim boss Michael Carrick could also be left in his post, although United favour an outside hire.

Man Utd prepare six-man caretaker manager shortlist

Mason Mount is happy at Chelsea and will be offered a fresh contract at Stamford Bridge, reports the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/11/24/mason-mount-happy-chelsea-focusing-trophy-hunt-contract-talks/" target="_self">Telegraph</a>. Mount has seen his name linked with several top European clubs, but the Blues have no intention of selling their star midfielder.

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