Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Fiorentina demand could prevent Arsenal's Vlahovic pursuit

Manchester United are in contact with Mauricio Pochettino regarding the club’s managerial role, reports <a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/psg/psg-manchester-united-et-pochettino-maintiennent-le-contact-12-01-2022-DZPQ3T6LEFDVTPI2LQX5OPFRBM.php " target="_blank">Le Parisien</a>.Ralf Rangnick is currently in interim charge of the Red Devils, but a permanent appointment will need to be made in the summer and a former Tottenham boss at Paris Saint-Germain remains a top target.

Man Utd in contact with Pochettino (Le Parisien)

West Ham have, according to <a href="https://talksport.com/football/fa-cup/1018028/west-ham-transfer-news-declan-rice-manchester-united-chelsea/ " target="_blank">talkSPORT</a>, slapped a £200 million ($275m) price tag on Declan Rice in a bid to fend off unwelcome interest from afar.The likes of Chelsea and Manchester United continue to be linked with the England international midfielder, but the Hammers have no intention of sanctioning a sale.

West Ham slap £200m price tag on Rice (talkSPORT)

According to the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-vandebeek-transfer-news-22737308 " target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a>, Donny van de Beek has been offered to Newcastle and Borussia Dortmund with a winter window open for business.The Dutch midfielder has struggled to prove his worth at Manchester United and, with game time still in short supply, the Red Devils are prepared to let him leave Old Trafford on loan before the next deadline.

Van de Beek offered to Newcastle & Dortmund (MEN)

Jarrod Bowen is open to the idea of making a move to Liverpool during the summer transfer window, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-liverpool-set-sights-on-bowen/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.Premier League heavyweights at Anfield are ready to step up their interest in the talented West Ham winger after monitoring him closely during the 2021-22 campaign.

Bowen open to making Liverpool move (Football Insider)

Aston Villa have completed a £25 million ($34m) deal to sign Lucas Digne from Everton.The 28-year-old had been a key player in the Toffees squad until a public fallout with head coach Rafael Benitez in December, with Chelsea, who were also initially keen on the Frenchman, deciding against making an official bid.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/aston-villa-sign-digne-25m-chelsea-everton-transfer/blt5451f37557366f67" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL</a><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bonjour, Villans... 🇫🇷 <a href="https://t.co/17mZVr1ggY">pic.twitter.com/17mZVr1ggY</a>— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial/status/1481555373597278208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Digne completes Aston Villa switch (official)

Full-back swaps Rafa Benitez for Steven Gerrard

Chris Wood has officially completed a move from Burnley to Newcastle.The 30-year-old striker becomes the Magpies second signing of the January window following Kieran Trippier's arrival, with the New Zealand native penning a two-and-a-half year deal.Wood, who will wear the number 20 shirt at St James' Park, told his new club's official website: “This is a very exciting opportunity for me and I'm delighted to be a Newcastle United player.“I have played at St. James' Park a few times and it's an amazing place, so to have the chance to represent this club with those incredible supporters behind me and my team-mates is very special.“The club and manager have been first class during this process, and I really can't wait to get onto the pitch and repay the faith they have in me, especially with a vital part of the season ahead of us.”<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">All Black and White. 🇳🇿 Welcome, <a href="https://twitter.com/officialcwood?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@officialcwood</a>! ⚫️⚪️— Newcastle United (@NUFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NUFC/status/1481551655938236422?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Wood completes Newcastle transfer (official)

Former Everton and Manchester United star Marouane Fellaini could be heading back to Europe from Chinese side Shandong Taishan.Accord to <a href="https://www.dhnet.be/sports/football/mercato/plusieurs-clubs-dont-newcastle-veulent-fellaini-61dd6cf87b50a639dcacacef?outputType=amp " target="_blank">DHnet</a>, several sides have expressed interest in the 34-year-old Belgian, with Newcastle among those mulling over a move for a proven Premier League performer.

Newcastle one of the clubs looking at Fellaini (DHnet)

Raphinha and his agent remain in contract extension talks, reports <a href="https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/raphinha-leeds-united-transfer-contract-22729726 " target="_blank">LeedsLive</a>, with there confidence at Elland Road that fresh terms will be thrashed out.An exciting Brazilian winger has been linked with a move away from West Yorkshire, but his current club believe he can be convinced to commit to their cause for the foreseeable future.

Leeds confident on new Raphinha contract (LeedsLive)

Fiorentina's demand of a huge lump sum upfront payment for Dusan Vlahovic could prevent Arsenal from buying the forward this month, writes the <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/dusah-vlahovic-transfer-fiorentina-arsenal-b1991839.html" target="_blank">Independent</a>.They want more than £60 million ($82m) out of their £75 million total asking price to be paid by the Gunners right away, which may not be economically feasible.

Fiorentina demand could prevent Arsenal's Vlahovic pursuit (Independent)

The Viola want most of the transfer fee for the striker to be paid upfront

Juventus want Chelsea's Ruben Loftus-Cheek to replace Arthur if the Brazilian joins Arsenal - according to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/arsenal-pushing-for-arthur-while-juventus-could-replace-him-with-chelsea-s-loftus-cheek?k=M19ka2xmOTA0OTBrZm9nOTg0Mzkw" target="_self">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>.Arthur is being tipped to join Arsenal on loan before the winter transfer window closes, having fallen down the squad pecking order in Turin.Loftus-Cheek is Juve's first-choice target to fill his boots, but they also have an eye on Lyon's Bruno Guimaraes and Lille star Renato Sanches.

Juve want Loftus-Cheek to replace Arthur 

Toronto FC are not chasing the signature of Torino striker Andrea Belotti - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelsingh94/status/1481649949389438984?s=21" target="_self">Michael Singh</a>.It was reported that the Canadian club had set their sights on the 28-year-old after sealing a deal for Napoli's Lorenzo Insigne.Like Insigne, Belotti will also become a free agent in the summer, but it has been suggested that the Toronto rumours were actually fueled by his agent in order to try and raise more interest from European clubs.

Toronto FC not chasing Belotti 

Burnley are in talks to sign Lens midfielder Seko Fofana - according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10396637/Burnley-hold-talks-Lens-14million-rated-midfielder-Seko-Fofana.html" target="_self">Daily Mail</a>.Leeds and Newcastle have also been linked with the 26-year-old, whose current contract is not due to expire until 2024.Burnley are hoping to win the race for Fofana and Lens could accept a bid within the region of £14 million ($19m).

Burnley in talks to sign Lens star Fofana

Barcelona have set their sights on Napoli forward Dries Mertens - according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/mertens-nueva-alternativa-gratis-ataque-barcelona-20220113.html" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.The Spanish giants want the 34-year-old to take Luuk de Jong's spot in the team when his loan from Sevilla expires at the end of the season.Mertens is set to be available on a free transfer at that stage having yet to agree a contract extension with Napoli.

Barca set sights on Mertens 

Alaves could send Facundo Pellistri back to Manchester United this month - according to <a href="https://www.noticiasdealava.eus/alaves/2022/01/13/sylla-mira-segunda/1155166.html" target="_self">Noticias de Alava</a>.The 20-year-old rejoined the Spanish club on a season-long loan in the summer after a successful six-month stint on their books in 2020-21.However, Pellistri has been in and out of the Alaves starting XI and they are willing to cut short his loan, with United now eager to find an alternative suitor.

Alaves could send Pellistri back to Man Utd

Fiorentina have set their final asking price for Newcastle target Nikola Milenkovic - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/17313881/newcastle-fiorentina-nikola-milenkovic/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.The 24-year-old has emerged on Eddie Howe's radar as he seeks to bring two new centre-backs to St James' Park before the winter market closes.Fiorentina would sanction Milenkovic's departure if they receive an offer of £38 million, but it remains to be seen whether Newcastle meet their demands.

Fiorentina set asking price for Newcastle target Milenkovic 

Torino full-back Ola Aina is the subject of interest from Leeds United - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/torino-fares-libera-aina-ecco-dove-puo-andare-il-terzino-nigeria-54502" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The Italian club are willing to let the 25-year-old leave if they seal a deal for Lazio's Mohamed Farès, who is currently on loan at Genoa.Leeds are lying in wait to submit an offer for Aina, who has previously played in the Premier League at both Chelsea and Fulham.

Leeds interested in Torino full-back Aina 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Al Nassr offered €5m net salary to Besiktas striker Cyle Larin, but the proposal has been turned down by Canadian striker. No agreement. 🇨🇦 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> The player's ambition is to remain at current level ahead of World Cup 2026.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1481664643395469318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Besiktas striker Larin turns down Al Nassr 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">He's staying home 🏡<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SportingKC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SportingKC</a> re-signs Roger Espinoza. Details: <a href="https://t.co/xOkhcGLxcN">https://t.co/xOkhcGLxcN</a> <a href="https://t.co/diKNWsZzsi">pic.twitter.com/diKNWsZzsi</a>— Sporting Kansas City (@SportingKC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SportingKC/status/1481642507125415936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">He's not going anywhere 😏<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SportingKC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SportingKC</a> re-signs Graham Zusi. Details: <a href="https://t.co/a8PmrsI1O4">https://t.co/a8PmrsI1O4</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OneSportingWay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OneSportingWay</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/Shift4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Shift4</a> <a href="https://t.co/hLmIVrhJ1g">pic.twitter.com/hLmIVrhJ1g</a>— Sporting Kansas City (@SportingKC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SportingKC/status/1481650637779603456?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Sporting KC re-sign Espinoza & Zusi for 2022 season

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The champ is here! From Cali to ATX. Ready to grow the legend. 🌳— Austin FC (@AustinFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/AustinFC/status/1481657299181531140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Austin FC announce Valencia signing 

Marcus Rashford is in line for a new contract at Manchester United - according to <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/manchester-united-engman_utd/story/4567616/man-unitedmarcus-rashford-eye-new-deal-despite-dip-in-form-sources" target="_self">ESPN</a>.The 24-year-old has struggled for form this season and only has 18 months left to run on his current deal, but the Red Devils have the option to extend that agreement by an extra year.United fully intend to secure Rashford's long-term future despite his recent struggles and remain confident that their coaches can help him reach his full potential.

Rashford in line for new Man Utd contract

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ | Anwar El Ghazi has completed his loan move to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFC</a> from Aston Villa for the remainder of the 2021/22 season.— Everton (@Everton) <a href="https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1481673051238449156?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Everton sign El Ghazi on loan from Aston Villa

Manchester United are well placed to complete the signing of Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz - according to <a href="https://www.repubblica.it/sport/calcio/mercato/2022/01/12/news/mercato_inter_frattesi_juventus_scamacca_lazio_casale-333452902/" target="_self">La Repubblica</a>.The Italian giants will be happy to let the 25-year-old depart if they seal a deal for Sassuolo midfielder&nbsp;Davide Frattesi&nbsp;in the coming days.United are poised to swoop for Ruiz, who has recorded five goals and three assists in 19 games for Napoli so far this season.

Man Utd well placed to sign Napoli's Ruiz 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">He’s not going anywhere! Thiago Maia is back with Mengão! We have finalized the contract that will keep him in the Sacred Mantle through 2026! 🔴⚫️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CRF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CRF</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FLAEnglish?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FLAEnglish</a> <a href="https://t.co/LaWUizwORz">pic.twitter.com/LaWUizwORz</a>— FL4MEN9O (@Flamengo_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/Flamengo_en/status/1481367866490376194?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Maia completes permanent move to Flamengo from Lille

<a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/es/deportes/abramovich-sube-oferta-joan-laporta-acepta-barca-jugador-chelsea-dest_694230_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a> reports that Barcelona will be prepared to part with Sergino Dest for around €20 million (£17m/$23m) in the summer transfer window.Chelsea are being linked with the USMNT right-back, who has struggled for form and fitness at Camp Nou this season.

Barcelona willing to sell Dest for €20m

Lukasz Fabianski has taken in over 120 appearances for West Ham and hopes there will be many more to come, with the 36-year-old Polish goalkeeper eager to earn a new contract and avoid free agency this summer.He has told <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/west-ham-lukasz-fabianski-contract-b976490.html " target="_blank">Standard Sport</a>: “I hope so. I don't know what to say, it is always a tricky question. I am very happy in this present time and present moment. I am really focused on doing well for the club and if everything goes well then I don't see any other options.”

Fabianski hoping for new West Ham contract

Andreas Christensen continues to run down his contract at Chelsea, with <a href="https://twitter.com/berger_pj/status/1481381003436474370 " target="_blank">Sport1</a> claiming that Borussia Dortmund now form part of an ever-growing list of suitors.Extension talks have been held with a Denmark international at Stamford Bridge, but no deal has been done and he is heading towards free agency in the summer.

Dortmund join the race for Christensen 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welcome to Marseille, <a href="https://twitter.com/Bakambu17?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Bakambu17</a> 🇨🇩💙<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BakambuEstOlympien?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BakambuEstOlympien</a><a href="https://t.co/FUVFe7T9vf">pic.twitter.com/FUVFe7T9vf</a>— Olympique de Marseille 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 (@OM_English) <a href="https://twitter.com/OM_English/status/1481630874714222592?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New arrival at Marseille

<a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/calciomercato-news-trattative-12-gennaio-2022 " target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> reports that Juventus are reluctant to let Arthur link up with Arsenal on loan.The Bianconeri are wary of leaving themselves short on midfield options and will only do a deal if a suitable replacement is brought in first.

Arsenal facing Arthur frustration

Burnley are set to battle it out with Nottingham Forest and Coventry for Birmingham defender Kristian Pedersen, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-nottingham-forest-burnley-and-coventry-city-line-up-january-moves-for-birmingham-city-star-pederson/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The 27-year-old, who can operate at centre-half of left-back, is set to be out of contract in the summer.

Burnley to battle Forest for Pedersen

Juventus are once again exploring the option of taking Memphis Depay on loan from Barcelona, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20220111/1001736177/juventus-medita-moverse-pedir-cesion-memphis-enero.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.With a Dutch forward struggling to make his mark at Camp Nou, Serie A giants are prepared to offer him another fresh start in Italy.

Juventus looking at Memphis loan again

Jurgen Klopp is confident that Divock Origi will see out the winter transfer window on Liverpool’s books, with the Reds eager to retain the Belgian’s services.Klopp has told the club’s <a href="https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/jurgen-klopp-konate-progress-origi-availability-and-wembley-aim " target="_blank">official website</a> amid talk of a Champions League winner being targeted by Newcastle: “I don’t see any kind of scenario – pretty much everything can happen in life – but from this moment I would say he will be here.”

Klopp expecting Origi to remain at Liverpool

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welcome Filip <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Benkovi%C4%87?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Benković</a> 🙌🇭🇷 ⚪️⚫️ <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://t.co/6UClROuuRg">pic.twitter.com/6UClROuuRg</a>— Udinese Calcio (@Udinese_1896) <a href="https://twitter.com/Udinese_1896/status/1481612405922844672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Fresh face at Udinese

Manchester United are ready to sanction a loan move for Amad Diallo in the winter transfer window, reports the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/amad-manchester-united-transfer-news-22726197 " target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a>.Borussia Dortmund have been linked with the Ivorian youngster, while Red Devils legend Wayne Rooney would like him at Derby, and a definitive call on his next destination is about to be made.

Man Utd ready to sanction Amad loan switch

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">📢 OFICIAL | ¡Del Coliseo al Coliseum! 🏟 Bienvenidos a la familia azulona <a href="https://twitter.com/Mayoral_Borja?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mayoral_Borja</a> y <a href="https://twitter.com/Gonzalo14villar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Gonzalo14villar</a> 💙<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MayoralAzul%C3%B3n?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MayoralAzulón</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VillarAzul%C3%B3n?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VillarAzulón</a> <a href="https://t.co/BOgBuRP8jU">pic.twitter.com/BOgBuRP8jU</a>— Getafe C.F. (@GetafeCF) <a href="https://twitter.com/GetafeCF/status/1481604602487263236?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New arrivals at Getafe

Tottenham are not preparing to join the race for Brighton full-back Tariq Lamptey, claims <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7jjaMebqCI&amp;t=2162s " target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.Manchester United are the latest side to be linked with the Seagulls star and Spurs, despite seeing a move for the 21-year-old mooted in the past, will not be rivalling the Red Devils in any transfer scramble.

Spurs shelve interest in Lamptey for now

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝙉𝙀𝙒 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇 ✍️ We are delighted to announce that captain <a href="https://twitter.com/stephhoughton2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@stephhoughton2</a> has signed a contract extension! 🙌 Download 👉 <a href="https://t.co/hquZ2Stav3">https://t.co/hquZ2Stav3</a>— Manchester City (@ManCity) <a href="https://twitter.com/ManCity/status/1481597112295034884?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New contract for Man City captain

Arsenal defender Pablo Mari is closing in on a temporary switch to Udinese, <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1481403799113711620" target="_self">Fabrizio Romano</a> claims.The centre-back has found playing time difficult to come by this season under Mikel Arteta and could gain valuable experience in Serie A.

Mari set for Serie A loan

Paulo Dybala will not extend his contract at Juventus, <a href="https://twitter.com/clmerlo/status/1481401507962490882?s=21" target="_self">TyC Sports</a> reports.It is claimed that the Serie A side have made changes to their previous offer while in negotiations and that the player feels let down by the club.The Argentine's current deal runs out in 2022.

Dybala won't renew

Juventus are set to meet with Sassuolo in the coming days over a potential summer move for Gianluca Scamacca, <a href="https://www.goal.com/it/notizie/scamacca-juventus-giugno-sassuolo/blt7a2639c29530c95e" target="_self">GOAL can confirm</a>.The 23-year-old striker is high up the Old Lady's wishlist for the 2022-23 season, with the player himself open to a move to Turin.Relations between Juve and Sassuolo are good, the clubs having previously negotiated the transfer of Manuel Locatelli without incident.Scamacca's current side value him at around €40 million, but have no intention of sanctioning a sale in January unless a bid far above their valuation comes in.

Juve to enter Scamacca talks

Barcelona have officially announced the early termination of Yusuf Demir's loan from Rapid Vienna.It is understood that the Austrian attacker's spell in Catalunya was cut short due to the fact that they would have to make his stay at Camp Nou permanent if he reached a certain amount of appearances.In a precarious financial situation and focused on strengthening elsewhere, Barca opted against paying the €10 million it would have taken to sign the 18-year-old winger outright.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">El FC Barcelona y el <a href="https://twitter.com/skrapid?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@skrapid</a> han llegado a un acuerdo para finalizar la cesión del jugador Yusuf Demir, que vuelve así al equipo austríaco <a href="https://t.co/sij5dWGkrs">pic.twitter.com/sij5dWGkrs</a>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona_es/status/1481566769856847873?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Barca end Demir loan

Chelsea have recalled Kenedy, cutting short his loan spell with Flamengo, GOAL can confirm.Despite the Blues being short of left-back options, however, the Brazilian will not feature in Thomas Tuchel's plans.Instead, the 25-year-old will once again head out on loan to an as yet unknown club.It will mark his sixth temporary move away from Stamford Bridge since arriving in 2015.

Blues recall Kenedy from Brazil

Former Norwich boss Daniel Farke has joined Krasnodar as head coach, the Russian side have confirmed.The 45-year-old German has signed a contract that runs until 2024.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Главным тренером «Краснодара» стал Даниэль Фарке 😎 Сегодня немецкий специалист оформил трудовое соглашение с клубом. Контракт будет действовать до конца июня 2024 года. Подробнее 👉 <a href="https://t.co/hB7g0eVr4g">https://t.co/hB7g0eVr4g</a> <a href="https://t.co/si82d09AWd">pic.twitter.com/si82d09AWd</a>— FCKrasnodar (@FCKrasnodar) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCKrasnodar/status/1481556743536717828?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Farke joins Krasnodar

<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12691/12514556/west-ham-transfer-news-gabriel-barbosa-offer-remains-on-table-with-striker-set-to-push-for-flamengo-exit " target="_blank">Sky Sports</a> reports that West Ham are waiting on a response to their offer of taking Gabigol on an 18-month loan from Flamengo.The Brazilian frontman is said to be keen on making a move to England, having previously flopped in Europe during forgettable stints at Inter and Benfica.

West Ham waiting on reply to Gabigol offer

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are battling it out for Freiburg defender Nico Schlotterback, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/bayern-munich-adelanta-real-madrid-fichaje-perla-alemana-nico-schlotterbeck-20220111.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The Bundesliga champions are said to be leading La Liga table toppers in that particular race, with a highly-rated 22-year-old expected to remain in German football.

Bayern lead Real in race for Schlotterbeck

Newcastle's ongoing pursuit of another centre-half has led them towards former Manchester United star Chris Smalling, claims <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/roma-meno-british-il-newcastle-pensa-a-smalling-per-rinforzare-la-difesa-1632363" target="_blank">Tuttomercatoweb</a>.The England international defender is currently working with Jose Mourinho at Roma, but he may be lured back to the Premier League from Serie A by an ambitious outfit in the North East.

Newcastle set their sights on Smalling

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Anwar El Ghazi has signed his contract as new Everton player, deal sealed and here-we-go confirmed. Medical completed, official announcement will be today. 🔵🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFC</a> El Ghazi joins on loan from Aston Villa. Buy option clause [not mandatory] is also included in the deal. <a href="https://t.co/G23hPEThfh">pic.twitter.com/G23hPEThfh</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1481439211073028096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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El Ghazi announcement imminent

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/AustinFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AustinFC</a> have finalized an agreement with 25-year-old DMF Jhojan Valencia from Colombian Champions Deportivo Cali. 7 figure transfer fee involved. Announcement could come as soon as tomorrow. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MLS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MLS</a>— Taylor Twellman (@TaylorTwellman) <a href="https://twitter.com/TaylorTwellman/status/1481377717115310083?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Austin FC reach Valencia pact

Newcastle are in talks with Ligue 1 side Reims over a £25 million ($34m/€30m) deal for striker Hugo Ekitike - and the player is keen on the potential move, says <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11678/12514473/newcastle-transfer-news-hugo-ekitike-keen-on-move-as-talks-over-25m-deal-for-reims-striker-continue" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.The 19-year-old has eight goals in 18 league games this year.

Ekitike keen on Newcastle switch

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Arsenal are pushing for Arthur Melo on loan from Juventus. He’s one of the main names in the list. Player understood to be open to join in case club will find an agreement. 🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFC</a> Juventus have not accepted yet - they’d need a replacement to let Arthur leave. Talks ongoing.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1481397141666996227?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Juventus won't sell Arthur without replacement

Blackburn will target £1.7 million-rated MK Dons midfielder Matt O'Riley, according to the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17304888/blackburn-matt-oriley-mk-dons-transfer/" target="_blank">Sun</a>.The 21-year-old has been involved in 11 goals in League One this year.

Blackburn target £1.7m O'Riley amid promotion push

Sevilla have rejected a second bid from Newcastle for centre-back Diego Carlos, reports <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/spanish-football/2022/01/12/61df411c22601d6a178b4599.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>.An offer of €25 million ($29m/£21m) is said to have been made by the Magpies, but Sevilla are unwilling to budge amid a successful La Liga campaign that has them in second place.Diego Carlos carries an €80 million release clause which is unlikely to be activated this window.

Sevilla reject Newcastle's second Diego Carlos bid

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nadier <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Amiri?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Amiri</a> is almost done to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Genoa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Genoa</a> from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BayerLeverkusen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BayerLeverkusen</a>. Agreed personal terms: now Spors is working on the formula of the deal. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1481358551373209611?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Amiri move nearly complete

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Al-Nassr have offered €3.5m to Rayo Vallecano to sign Stole Dimitrievski as new goalkeeper. No agreement reached between clubs on the fee. 🇸🇦 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AlNassr?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AlNassr</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AlNassrFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlNassrFC</a> Rayo hope to keep the goalkeeper. No talks with Barcelona as things stand.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1481338323348201480?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Al-Nassr make Dimitrievski offer

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Filip Benković has left Leicester City, after the Club and the player mutually agreed to cancel the remaining term of his contract. Best of luck in the future, Filip 👍— Leicester City (@LCFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LCFC/status/1481347751006937088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Leicester City confirm Benkovic exit

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🤝 Welcome to the Welsh capital, Cody Drameh! The 20-year-old arrives at Cardiff City Stadium on a loan deal from <a href="https://twitter.com/LUFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LUFC</a>👇<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CityAsOne?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CityAsOne</a>— Cardiff City FC (@CardiffCityFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CardiffCityFC/status/1481325210724876291?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Cardiff welcome Drameh on loan

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RangersFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RangersFC</a> can today announce that Cedric Itten has been recalled to the club from German Bundesliga club Greuther Furth.— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/RangersFC/status/1481295126651719688?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Rangers recall Itten from loan

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We are delighted to announce that Jay Chapman has agreed a deal with the club subject to international clearance and work permit <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/thedee?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#thedee</a> ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/U7usJPm6AG">https://t.co/U7usJPm6AG</a> <a href="https://t.co/iuLnFctkEN">pic.twitter.com/iuLnFctkEN</a>— Dundee Football Club (@DundeeFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/DundeeFC/status/1481278780735954944?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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