Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Lingard planning Man Utd stay

Kylian Mbappe will be making no definitive statement on his future until after Paris Saint-Germain have faced Real Madrid in the Champions League last-16, claims <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/12/20/primera/1639986588_758919.html " target="_blank">AS</a>.The World Cup winner is still expected to move to Santiago Bernabeu as a free agent next summer, but he is wary of angering those in Paris by announcing that switch too soon and leaving himself open to criticism.

Mbappe delaying Real Madrid decision (AS)

Barcelona are pushing to get deals for Ferran Torres and Edinson Cavani over the line as soon as possible, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211220/1001727905/xavi-dudas-quiere-ferran-cavani-cuanto.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.The Liga giants are readying two January raids on Manchester, with a Spain international forward at City and an experienced Uruguayan striker at United figuring prominently on Xavi’s shopping list.

Barca want quick deals for Torres & Cavani (Mundo Deportivo)

Despite being heavily linked with a return to West Ham, Jesse Lingard is set to remain at Manchester United.That is according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/3025315/2021/12/20/ornstein-newcastle-granted-permission-to-talk-to-ashworth-congerton-to-atalanta-lingard-staying-kanes-tackle-explained/?source=emp_shared_article" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>, who report that the England international playmaker is prepared to see out the season and his contract at Old Trafford before becoming a free agent.

Lingard planning Man Utd stay (The Athletic)

Red Devils midfielder will see out contract

Eden Hazard does not want to leave Real Madrid in the new year as he is expecting a new baby, per <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/12/18/primera/1639861740_728766.html" target="_blank">AS</a>.The Belgian has been tipped to leave the Santiago Bernabeu over the past year, having failed to live up to the hype of his arrival from Chelsea thanks to a rough run with injury.But any move in January is unlikely to happen as the forward is awaiting the arrival of a new child and will not want to disrupt his family.

Hazard wants to stay at Real Madrid (AS)

The Belgian is not looking to exit the Santiago Bernabeu

Chelsea are considering a move for Wolves star Ruben Neves, claims <a href="https://todofichajes.com/tuchel-pide-el-fichaje-de-ruben-neves/" target="_blank">TodoFichajes</a>.Saul Niguez has not convinced during his loan spell and as such, Thomas Tuchel is eyeing reinforcements in center midfield.Wolves are looking for €45 million (£38m/$51m) in any deal for Neves.

Chelsea eye move for Neves (TodoFichajes)

Thomas Tuchel is aiming for a new center midfielder

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Lens unveil Patrick Berg signing

Gremio star Vanderson will continue his career in Ligue 1 with Monaco, reports <a href="https://ge.globo.com/rs/futebol/times/gremio/noticia/vanderson-tem-viagem-marcada-e-fica-perto-de-ser-anunciado-como-reforco-do-monaco.ghtml" target="_blank">Globoesporte</a>. The club beat out Brentford for the right-back, who was made available for sale following Gremio's relegation to Serie B at the end of the 2021 season.

Vanderson set for Monaco move

Atletico Madrid want Lille's Zeki Celik to replace Kieran Trippier at right-back, according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/atletico-madrid/20211220/1001727944/atletico-pone-condicion-traspaso-trippier.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Trippier is the subject of interest from Newcastle United, who are willing to pay up to £20 million to take him back to the Premier League.

Atletico line up Celik as Trippier replacement

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">An <a href="https://x.com/MLS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MLS</a> and <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/USMNT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#USMNT</a> veteran, <a href="https://x.com/EthanFinlay13?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EthanFinlay13</a> is <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/VERDE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VERDE</a> now. Welcome to <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AustinFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AustinFC</a>, Ethan!— Austin FC (@AustinFC) <a href="https://x.com/AustinFC/status/1473002844437553160?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Barcelona are pushing on Ferrán Torres deal. He’s the priority - personal terms agreed but it’s still not agreed with Man City [€50m bid, €60m price tag]. Talks on 🇪🇸 <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> Barcelona have also Ziyech opened as plan B - he’s an option only in case Ferrán deal won’t be concluded. <a href="https://t.co/CvG4aMUSHl">pic.twitter.com/CvG4aMUSHl</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1472924273480282113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Ziyech Barcelona's plan B if Torres move fails

Uruguayan defensive duo Diego Godin and Martin Caceres' days are numbered at Cagliari, reports <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Cagliari/20-12-2021/serie-a-cagliari-pagano-grandi-vecchi-godin-caceres-430548730629.shtml" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a>. The pair will play no part in the Sardinians' clash against Juventus midweek and will both be made available for transfer when the January window begins.

Godin & Caceres on the way out at Cagliari

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Brian Brobbey’s comeback to Ajax is now at final stages. Negotiation advanced with RB Leipzig to sign Brobbey on loan paying 100% of his salary. No buy option included, as per <a href="https://x.com/MikeVerweij?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MikeVerweij</a>. 🔴 <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Ajax?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajax</a> Final details to be sorted between clubs. “The feeling is good”, Raiola said. <a href="https://t.co/qXxDMPHWzg">pic.twitter.com/qXxDMPHWzg</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1472941645834473480?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Brobbey set for Ajax return

Willian has admitted he wanted to leave Arsenal after just three months because he "wasn't happy" in north London.<iframe></iframe>Arsenal signed Willian on a free transfer following his departure from Chelsea in the summer of 2020, tying him down to a three-year contract.However, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/willian-was-not-happy-at-arsenal-but-wont-reveal-reasons/4uioumepf2mv13bpo0h8lpqh1">Brazilian asked to cut short that agreement in August</a>&nbsp;before rejoining boyhood club Corinthians, having struggled to reach his best level during his single campaign at Emirates Stadium.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/willian-wanted-leave-arsenal-three-months/blt2790f10e0c88e190" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

Willian: I wanted to leave Arsenal after three months

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was disappointed not to land a new holding midfielder at Manchester United, but <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-united-midfielder-transfer-news-25743838 " target="_blank">The Mirror</a> claims that his successor will be freed to bolster the Red Devils’ ranks in that department.Declan Rice is not generating the speculation he once was, but RB Leipzig star Amadou Haidara is now very much on the radar as top transfer priorities are drawn up at Old Trafford for the winter window.

Man Utd to move for midfielder in January

According to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-west-ham-make-move-to-sign-kvaratskhelia-as-january-asking-price-revealed/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>, West Ham have firmed up their interest in Rubin Kazan forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.Everton and Southampton are also monitoring the 20-year-old Georgian, but the Hammers have asked questions of a player expected to move for around £13 million ($17m) in January.

West Ham make their move for Kvaratskhelia

There has been plenty of speculation regarding an imminent move away from Barcelona for Frenkie de Jong, but <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20211220/1001727902/objetivo-xavi-recuperar-frenkie-jong.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> claims patience will be shown with the Dutchman.Xavi knows what it takes to be a midfield star at Camp Nou and will show faith in a Netherlands international that has seen standards slip alongside many of his team-mates this season.

Barcelona to be patient with De Jong

Real Madrid are plotting a move for Inter full-back Denzel Dumfries - according to <a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1639841750-el-real-madrid-no-pierde-de-vista-los-buenos-informes-de-dumfries-y-la-opcion-de-reforzar-el-lateral" target="_self">Defensa Central</a>.The 25-year-old moved to San Siro from PSV for €13 million (£11m/$15m) in the summer and has impressed in his first half-season at the club.Madrid have targeted Dumfries as Carlo Ancelotti aims to bolster his defensive options in January.

Real Madrid plotting move for Inter's Dumfries 

Genoa are set to face competition from Spain as they seek to sign Milan winger Samu Castillejo - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/genoa-concorrenza-spagnola-per-castillejo-36338" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 26-year-old has been strongly linked with a January move to Stadio Luigi Ferraris amid a lack of regular minutes at San Siro.However, Milan have also received several offers for Castillejo from La Liga and Genoa are in danger of missing out on a final deal.

Genoa face competition from Spain for Milan's Castillejo

Ajax bound striker Brian Brobbey has already said goodbye to his team-mates at RB Leipzig - according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/naechste-pleite-fuer-rb-leipzig-brobbey-kurz-vor-rueckkehr-zu-ajax-78596658.bild.html" target="_self">BILD</a>.The 19-year-old swapped Johan Cruyff ArenA for Red Bull Arena in the summer, but has failed to score in his first 14 outings for Leipzig.The German club are prepared to send Brobbey back to Ajax in January, with the Dutch outfit looking to finalise an initial loan deal.

Ajax-bound Brobbey says goodbye to Leipzig team-mates

Aston Villa have submitted an offer for Liverpool defender Joe Gomez - as <a href="https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/aston-villa-transfer-news-liverpool-22511238" target="_self">Birmingham Live</a> reports.The 24-year-old has fallen out of favour under Jurgen Klopp and Steven Gerrard is eager to bolster his options at the back at Villa Park.Villa will likely look to bring in Gomez on an initial loan deal, but Klopp has previously insisted that he will keep his squad intact in January.

Villa submit offer for Liverpool's Gomez

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Gavi’s new contract with Barcelona will be for five years and salary increasing from season to season. The current release clause for €50m will be removed. 🔴⏳ <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> It’s matter of time to discuss final details and then enter into the ‘contract signing stage’. Step by step. <a href="https://t.co/LnmFoFlChe">https://t.co/LnmFoFlChe</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1472881545614696454?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Gavi to pen new five-year Barca deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welcome to Hibernian FC, Shaun Maloney! 🟢⚪️— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) <a href="https://x.com/HibernianFC/status/1472884454272253958?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Maloney appointed new Hibernian manager

Real Madrid are, according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/lopetegui-ho-vol-al-sevilla-i-florentino-perez-esta-disposat-a-negociar-un-canvi-mes-diner_684371_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a>, ready to explore the possibility of doing a part-exchange deal with Sevilla that could benefit both sides.The Blancos remain keen on France international defender Jules Kounde and would be prepared to use Mariano Diaz – a forward wanted in Seville – as a makeweight in any agreement with domestic rivals.

Real Madrid want trade deal involving Kounde & Mariano

Bayern Munich are considering a move for USMNT star Sergino Dest in 2022, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/3-fichajes-quiere-bayern-munich-proxima-temporada-20211219.html " target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The American is said to be surplus to requirements at Camp Nou, but Julian Nagelsmann is looking to add a more attacking right-back to his ranks at the Allianz Arena.

Bayern could make 2022 bid for Dest

Harry Winks impressed with his performance for Tottenham against Liverpool and may still have a future in north London.The England international midfielder has struggled for game time this season, with exit talk generated as a result, but the <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/tottenham-player-ratings-vs-liverpool-harry-winks-b972836.html " target="_blank">Evening Standard</a> claims he could have a role to play under Antonio Conte.

Winks may still have a future at Spurs

Liverpool and Manchester City are, according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/klopp-posa-el-seu-nom-a-dalt-de-tot-perque-es-la-nova-estrella-per-la-qual-tambe-s-interessa-el_684374_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a>, set to face competition from Real Madrid for Wolves starlet Rayan Ait-Nouri.The France U21 international defender is just 20 years of age and is being lined up by leading sides across Europe as a shrewd investment for the present and future.

Liverpool & City face Real battle for Ait-Nouri

Joao Cancelo is in line for a bumper new deal at Manchester City - according to the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-city-joao-cancelo-contract-25732771" target="_self">Daily Star</a>.The Portuguese is already contracted to remain at Etihad Stadium until 2025, but the Premier League champions are eager to tie him down to fresh terms.Cancelo will be handed a £100,000 per week pay rise next summer as a reward for his stellar performances in a City shirt this season.

Cancelo in line for new Man City deal 

Atletico Mineiro have seen an approach for Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho knocked back - as <a href="https://sportwitness.co.uk/club-set-give-signing-man-city-player-january-willing-stay-england-summer/" target="_self">Sport Witness</a> reports.The Brazilian club recently enquired about a possible January deal for the 36-year-old, but City won't let him go before the end of the season.Fernandinho's current contract is due to expire in June 2022, meaning Mineiro could renew their interest when he becomes a free agent.

Atletico Mineiro see Fernandinho approach knocked back

Inter are considering a swoop for Fiorentina goalkeeper Bartlomiej Dragowski - according to <a href="https://www.repubblica.it/sport/calcio/mercato/2021/12/19/news/roma_freuler_meret_lazio_fiorentina_onana_barcellona-330780170/" target="_self">La Repubblica</a>.The Italian champions are looking at the 24-year-old as a potential alternative to Ajax stopper Andre Onana, who is also being linked with Barcelona.Dragowski could be easier for Inter to sign in January given he has only started five Serie A games for Fiorentina this season.

Inter consider Dragowski swoop

West Ham boss David Moyes is set to begin transfer talks with Lille forward Jonathan David - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1472539994908733441?s=20" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.The Hammers have already been negotiating a deal for the 21-year-old ahead of the January transfer window, with Moyes now ready to step in and finalise terms.David was key to Lille's surprise Ligue 1 title success last season and has 11 goals to his name from 18 appearances in the competition so far this term.

West Ham boss Moyes to begin talks with David 

Mino Raiola has said his client Erling Haaland could stay at Borussia Dortmund next season.The Norway star has been widely tipped to leave Dortmund in 2022, with teams across Europe jostling for his signature."I don't rule out that he stays at Dortmund for another year," Raiola told <a href="https://nos.nl/artikel/2410227-topzaakwaarnemer-raiola-heeft-drastisch-plan-schaf-transfersommen-af" target="_blank">NOS</a>.

Raiola won't rule out Haaland stay

Atletico Madrid will allow Kieran Trippier to join Newcastle, if they can find a replacement.<a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10320385/Kieran-Trippier-popular-Atletico-Madrid-Diego-Simeone-allow-Newcastle-United-move.html" target="_blank">The Daily Mail</a> claims that Atleti are looking for £15 million (€18m/$20m) for the England right-back, who has impressed in Spain since joining from Tottenham in 2019.

Atletico to allow Trippier to join Newcastle

Jaelene Daniels has come out of retirement to sign a one-year deal with the North Carolina Courage.Daniels retired in 2020 despite being only 27 years old and one of the top left-backs in the NWSL.Having given birth to her first child in August, Daniels has now returned to the pitch with her previous team.

Daniels returns from retirement with Courage

Real Madrid are considering a move for Denzel Dumfries, per <a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1639841750-el-real-madrid-no-pierde-de-vista-los-buenos-informes-de-dumfries-y-la-opcion-de-reforzar-el-lateral" target="_blank">Defensa Central</a>.The Dutchman, currently with Inter, has been a fixture for the Serie A champions since his arrival at the start of this term.But his stay could be a short one if Los Blancos get their way, with the club seeing him as a key part of their right-side puzzle.

Madrid eye Dumfries move

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Mino Raiola on Matthijs de Ligt next step: “I think we all know which clubs to mention for Matthijs de Ligt as ‘next step’. We will see this summer”, he told NOS. 🔴🇳🇱 <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> “Premier League? It can be Barcelona too, or Real Madrid or Paris Saint-Germain…”, Raiola said. <a href="https://t.co/W1hr1bp0lh">pic.twitter.com/W1hr1bp0lh</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1472700552266059776?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2021</a></blockquote>
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De Ligt to spark frenzied interest?

Juventus could turn to a number of major strikers forced to the fringes to aid their top four pursuit in the new year, claims <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/juventus/2021/12/18-88050384/la_juve_a_caccia_di_scontenti_per_lattacco_c_un_nome_nuovo" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>.The Bianconeri are on the outside of a race for the Champions League qualification places in Serie A, leaving them in need of extra firepower.As such, they could go for a number of forwards who have found themselves on the margins, including Manchester United pair Edinson Cavani and Anthony Martial, PSG's Mauro Icardi and Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

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