Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Klopp pressing for Mbappe deal

Real Madrid will table a summer offer for Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe, claims <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2021/01/29/6013e0f522601d31668b4591.html" target="_blank">Marca.</a> The World Cup winner has been a long-standing transfer target for the Blancos, with those at Santiago Bernabeu hoping that 2021 will be the year in which they finally get their man.

Real Madrid plotting offer for Mbappe

Chelsea remain keen on winning the race for David Alaba this summer, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9197747/Chelsea-considering-swoop-contract-Bayern-Munich-star-David-Alaba-summer.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> The versatile Bayern Munich defender has been linked with teams across Europe as his contract runs down towards free agency, including Liverpool and Real Madrid, but Thomas Tuchel wants the Austrian at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea refusing to give up on Alaba

Liverpool are making a late move to sign United States international centre back and captain Aaron Long, claim <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/liverpool-plot-last-gasp-signing-of-usa-captain-long/" target="_blank">Football Insider.</a> The 28-year-old would arrive on a short-term loan from New York Red Bulls as cover for the injured Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, with Fabinho and Joel Matip also having suffered knocks this season. The 2021 MLS season has been delayed until April due to coronavirus, meaning Long&nbsp;- who has 18 caps for his country - is available on a three-month deal with no option to buy.

Liverpool 'to sign USMNT defender'

Aaron Long would arrive on a short-term loan from New York Red Bulls

Jurgen Klopp is making personal pleas to Kylian Mbappe and his team in order to persuade the PSG forward to join Liverpool, according to <a href="https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2021/jurgen-klopp-pressing-kylian-mbappes-entourage-canal/" target="_blank">Canal+.</a> Mbappe, whose deal in Paris expires in 2022, has long been linked with the Premier League champions. The French broadcaster say the Reds manager is now personally involved in getting the deal done, with Mbappe said to be tempted by the prospect of being the undisputed star of the show at Anfield.

'Klopp pressing for Mbappe deal'

The forward, whose deal in Paris expires in 2022, has long been linked with the Premier League champions

Mauricio Pochettino has spoken about Kylian Mbappe's future and a possible PSG move for Lionel Messi. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/pochettino-mbappe-stay-at-psg-messi-transfer/qktlky9ureri1jqzfxuvu08bc" target="_blank">Read what he had to say here on Goal!</a>

Pochettino gives Mbappe & Messi updates

Mauricio Pochettino seemed to open the door to a move for Real Madrid's out-of-contract captain Sergio Ramos in an interview on Thursday. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/pochettino-ramos-to-psg-turned-down-real-madrid-job/1l57astz5z05319yca7qkn1n76" target="_blank">Read what he had to say here on Goal!</a>

Pochettino opens door to Ramos move

Ainsley Maitland-Niles could be set to leave Arsenal on loan, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://theathletic.com/2284088/2021/01/28/transfer-news-live-rumours-football/" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>. West Brom are said to be pushing hard to sign him with an unnamed top-four side also interested. However, it is unclear whether Arsenal will allow Maitland-Niles to leave, given his versatility&nbsp;with a busy few months to come.

Arsenal weighing up Maitland-Niles exit

Barcelona presidential candidate Joan Laporta says Paris Saint-Germain would only be able to afford Lionel Messi&nbsp;“if they continue to break Financial Fair Play rules". Laporta has repeatedly claimed he will be able to keep Messi at Camp Nou as part of his election bid. He accused PSG of being disrespectful in their public comments about Messi and threatened to report them to FIFA over the matter. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/laporta-psg-can-sign-messi-keep-breaking-financial-fair-play/18gksmxkeyi01pz5vdqmmcmp8" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Laporta dismisses PSG's chances of signing Messi

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Confirmation that Sebastian Soto has been granted a work permit and will head to Norfolk to begin training with Norwich ⬇ — Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NorwichCityFC/status/1355175818402680834?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Soto returns to Norwich after work permit granted

Jesse Lingard has joined West Ham on loan from Manchester United until the end of the season. Lingard will see out the remainder of the campaign at West Ham, with the final deal set to be worth a total of €3 million including his wages and loan fee. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-utd-outcast-lingard-joins-west-ham-on-loan-until-end-of-2020-/1xw6k3x0w646w1i8locsvjkftq" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Lingard joins West Ham on loan

Former United States Women's National Team coach Jill Ellis has agreed to take on a role at&nbsp;Sacramento. <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/jill-ellis-sacramento-nwsl-mls/xQ4FHsdRKBYI" target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reports Ellis will work with the NWSL team when they begin playing next year and will also help with the MLS team, which will be introduced in 2023.

Ex-USWNT coach Ellis to join Sacramento

Danny Rose is close to completing a move to&nbsp;Trabzonspor, <a href="https://ajansspor.com/haber/son-dakika-trabzonspor-danny-rose-transferini-bitirdi-512461" target="_blank">Ajansspor</a>&nbsp;reports. The full-back has agreed a three-and-a-half-year contract with the Super Lig side and will land in Turkey this weekend to complete his move from Tottenham.

Rose reaches agreement with Trabzonspor

Hertha Berlin have made contact with Fredi Bobic about taking over as sporting director. <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/hertha-bsc-news-kommt-fredi-bobic-von-eintracht-frankfurt/12202642/34089" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a>&nbsp;reports the coach is open to joining the Berlin side, but his contract at Frankfurt runs until 2023.

Bobic to leave Eintracht Frankfurt for Hertha?

Marseille are set to miss out on their top transfer target of the January transfer window. The Ligue 1 side want to sign Amine Adli from Toulouse to strengthen their squad following Morgan Sanson's departure. But <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/mercato-toulouse-bloque-sa-pepite-adli-la-priorite-de-l-om-2032003.html" target="_blank">RMC</a>&nbsp;reporrts Toulouse's €15 million asking price is far too much for Marseille, meaning they will have to look elsewhere before the window closes.

Marseille refuse to meet €15m Adli asking price

PSG midfielder Bandiougou Fadiga could be set for a move away from the club with Goal learning discussions are underway over a move to Stade Brest. <a href="https://www.goal.com/fr/news/mercato-psg-bandiougou-fadiga-vers-un-pret-a-brest/h9fscm2f5vxn1quqtm9xp82bx" target="_blank">The 20-year-old will likely move on loan with an option to buy.</a> Only a few details are yet to be finalised for Fadiga, who made his top-flight debut this season, to join the team currently sat 13th in Ligue 1.

PSG youngster Fadiga set for Brest move

RB Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate is attracting interest from a number of Premier League clubs, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/cfbayern/status/1355222990129147906" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The 21-year-old is said to have a release clause of €40 million (£35m/$49m) with Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all linked.

Premier League interest in €40m Konate

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Diagne announced ☑️✍️ We've signed Senegal international striker Mbaye Diagne on loan from <a href="https://twitter.com/GalatasaraySK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GalatasaraySK</a> 🇸🇳 — West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/WBA/status/1355229547403350019?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

West Brom sign Senegal international Diagne

CalcioMercato&nbsp;have released a video apparently showing Massimiliano Allegri leaving the hotel in Rome where&nbsp;Roma sporting director Tiago Pinto stays. Allegri has been suggested as a possible replacement for Roma manager Paulo Fonseca, who is under pressure after some poor results and a falling-out with senior players including star forward Edin Dzeko. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🎥 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Roma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Roma</a> - C'era anche Massimiliano <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Allegri?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Allegri</a> nell'hotel dov'e presente il Dg giallorosso <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pinto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pinto</a>: l'ex tecnico della Juve è il nome più caldo in caso di divorzio in panchina con <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Fonseca?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Fonseca</a> 📲 <a href="https://twitter.com/calciomercatoit?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@calciomercatoit</a> <a href="https://t.co/AcMWBbAKsv">pic.twitter.com/AcMWBbAKsv</a> — Giorgio Musso (@GiokerMusso) <a href="https://twitter.com/GiokerMusso/status/1355146647483904005?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Allegri video sparks Roma rumours

Former PSG manager Luis Fernandez says Kylian Mbappe won't leave for Liverpool as they can't match his current contract. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/luis-fernandez-mbappe-wont-leave-psg-liverpool/p4gnjmiu11il16jpa6lbw2xoi" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Ex-PSG manager Fernandez rubbishes Mbappe to Liverpool talk

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> NEWS | Sounders FC has announced the signing of midfielder Kelyn Rowe. Let's gooooooo, <a href="https://twitter.com/Krowe210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Krowe210</a>! 💚💙 📝 <a href="https://t.co/HnYVAebhaX">https://t.co/HnYVAebhaX</a> <a href="https://t.co/exst3Gadjw">pic.twitter.com/exst3Gadjw</a> — Seattle Sounders FC (@SoundersFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SoundersFC/status/1355215245325688834?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Sounders sign Rowe

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Adding experience to the middle of the park. Welcome to Motherwell, <a href="https://twitter.com/Sam_Foley?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Sam_Foley</a> 👍<a href="https://t.co/ybpBgpnfjx">https://t.co/ybpBgpnfjx</a> <a href="https://t.co/AKeFJqgfQm">pic.twitter.com/AKeFJqgfQm</a> — Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/MotherwellFC/status/1355191222143512578?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Motherwell sign Foley from St Mirren

DeAndre Yedlin could be on his way to Galatasaray this month. <a href="https://www.espn.com/" target="_blank">ESPN</a>&nbsp;reports the Turkish side are in talks to land the right-back this month and have offered him a three-and-a-half-year contract. His current deal expires at the end of the season.

Galatasaray in talks to sign Yedlin from Newcastle

Manchester United winger Facundo Pellistri is set to join Deportivo Alaves for the remainder of the season on loan,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-utd-pellistri-alaves-loan/vzo5v39sxn7e13npr5z3salg8" target="_blank">Goal&nbsp;can confirm</a>. &nbsp; The 19-year-old winger signed for United on the final day of the summer transfer window but, with competition high in the first team and a lack of minutes available, he will join the Liga side until the end of the season to aid his development.

Man Utd's Pellistri to join Alaves

Andre Villas-Boas says he is not expecting Marseille to offer him a new contract before his current deal expires at the end of the season. Marseille have taken just one point from their last four matches and sit 13 points behind Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain. "I have not received an offer of extension, it is January 29, I think it's dead," he told reporters. "But this is not the debate. The debate is to correct the team's results, to get out of there. The priority, it's not me, it's the club, it's to give something to the supporters."

Villas-Boas expects to leave Marseille in June

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Okay okay, we're announcing Dennis <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Man?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Man</a>! 🤩💛💙 🔗 <a href="https://t.co/VuuXHzvL8a">https://t.co/VuuXHzvL8a</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForzaParma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForzaParma</a> <a href="https://t.co/uv3807T4Pi">pic.twitter.com/uv3807T4Pi</a> — Parma Calcio 1913 (@ParmaCalcio_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/ParmaCalcio_en/status/1355185040095899653?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Parma sign Man from FCSB

Manchester City are closing in on deals for Fluminense youngsters Kayky and Metinho,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-city-closing-in-on-deals-for-fluminense-youngsters-kayky-and-/4kycdpyz073u1dpry1dh0ia75" target="_blank">Goal&nbsp;can confirm</a>. The two 17-year-olds have been scouted by the Premier League club and are expected to complete moves to the City Football Group

Man City to sign Fluminense duo

AC Milan are, according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2021/01/29-78629381/juve_milan_tentato_da_douglas_costa_" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>, keeping a close eye on Douglas Costa’s situation. The Brazilian winger has struggled for game time during a loan spell back at Bayern Munich and could see another move sanctioned by Juventus before the next deadline passes.

Milan monitoring Douglas Costa

Chelsea are in contract talks with Thiago Silva and Jorginho, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/Glongari/status/1354840321289580550" target="_blank">Sportitalia.</a> A veteran Brazilian defender and Italy international midfielder are being urged by the Blues to commit their respective futures to the Premier League heavyweights.

Chelsea discussing Silva & Jorginho deals

Gareth Bale may need to consider taking the “easy option” of heading to MLS or China, admits Harry Redknapp, with the former Tottenham boss not convinced that Jose Mourinho ever wanted the Welshman back in north London. Redknapp has told Stadim Astro: “If he isn’t going to do it at Tottenham, where is he going to do it? Does he have to take the easy option of going to America or China to play?” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/bale-easy-option-mls-china-redknapp-spurs-mourinho/1fpiucl9l4upn15ksaw0on76kf" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Does Bale need easy option of MLS or China?’

Paris Saint-Germain are looking to agree a deal that will allow them to keep Dele Alli beyond the end of an initial loan deal, reports <a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers/2020-2021/tottenham-transfer-news-psg-hope-to-secure-dele-alli-beyond-short-term-loan-as-deal-moves-closer_sto8088494/story.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport.</a> The Ligue 1 giants are confident that they can lure the England international midfielder away from Tottenham, with the potential there for a permanent agreement to be pushed through in the summer.

PSG want Alli beyond initial loan deal

Inter may include Andrea Pinamonti in any swap deal for Edin Dzeko, as they aim to trade Alexis Sanchez for the Roma striker. The Milan side are keen to bring in Dzeko after he fell out with Roma manager Paulo Fonseca, and according to Sky have been in negotiations to trade the Bosnian forward for out-of-favour winger Sanchez. However Inter are low on funds and need to complete the deal without spending any money, which may lead them to including Pinamonti - who, as a striker, would also provide a direct replacement for Dzeko at Roma.

Inter 'may include Pinamonti in Dzeko-Sanchez deal'

Rochdale winger Kwadwo Baah is a transfer target for Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, according to <a href="https://www.goal.com/de/meldungen/fc-bayern-kwadwo-baah-rochdale-transfer-juve-west-ham/895tta827pig19fb9j7wfvo6f" target="_blank">The Athletic.</a> Several clubs are said to be keen on the 18-year-old left-sided forward, whose contract expires in June, meaning the League One club are willing to cash in this month. Baah has scored three goals in 13 league appearances this season, and is apparently wanted by Bayern as a prospect for the future.

Bayern Munich 'want Rochdale forward'

Everton striker Cenk Tosun has said he wants to return to former club Besiktas on loan. Tosun told Turkish sports channel&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/de/meldungen/besiktas-cenk-tosun-transfer-everton/iv86vrnaf8pf1x9fnk9j4zjal" target="_blank">NTV Spor: </a>"If Everton and Besiktas come to an agreement, I want to wear the black and white jersey again. I would like to storm for Besiktas until the end of the season." The Super Lig club are linked with a loan move for Tosun - as are CSKA Moscow - with the 29-year-old forward having endured a largely unsuccesful time in the Premier League.

Cenk Tosun wants Besiktas return

Stephan El Shaarawy is having his medical with Roma ahead of his return to the Serie A club. The winger played for the Rome club between 2016 and 2019 before a spell in China, but is on the verge of a return to Italian football having completed a period of coronavirus self-isolation. The Italy international will aim to help Roma's title challenge - they currently trail leaders AC Milan by six points.

El Shaarawy has medical ahead of Roma return

Torino are working on a deal to sign striker&nbsp;Antonio Sanabria&nbsp;from Real Betis, according to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/sanabria-set-to-complete-move-from-betis-to-torino" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio.</a> The Paraguayan forward is reportedly already in Italy and will complete a move for transfer fee of €7million (£6m/$8m) plus an additional €3m (£2.5m/$3.5m)&nbsp;in add-ons.

Sanabria 'set to move from Betis to Torino'

Manchester United only moved to land Bruno Fernandes in January 2020 after learning that Jack Grealish was unavailable, claims <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/manchester-united/story/4298126/man-united-and-bruno-fernandes-first-year-paying-off-big-for-solskjaerdrawing-cantona-comparisons" target="_blank">ESPN.</a> A Portugal international playmaker has delivered considerable value for money across 12 months at Aston Villa, but an Aston Villa midfielder was the Red Devils' first choice.

Man Utd wanted Grealish ahead of Fernandes

Renato Sanches is in Liverpool's sights as they mull over options to replace Georginio Wijnaldum. <a href="https://www.anfieldwatch.co.uk/exclusive-fabrizio-romano-reveals-the-players-liverpool-are-considering-to-replace-gini-wijnaldum/" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a> claims the former Bayern Munich midfielder, who is now with Lille, is being considered by the Reds alongside Brighton star Yves Bissouma.

Sanches an option for Liverpool

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ We are delighted to announce the signing of Cho So-hyun. The South Korean captain will wear the number 11 shirt. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WelcomeCho?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WelcomeCho</a> ⚪ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/COYS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#COYS</a>— Tottenham Hotspur Women (@SpursWomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpursWomen/status/1355078451963817986?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

New arrival at Spurs

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We're delighted to confirm the arrival of midfielder Ben Pearson from Preston North End ✍️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afcb?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afcb</a> 🍒<a href="https://t.co/fZ71cASlSx">https://t.co/fZ71cASlSx</a>— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth/status/1355094738064564224?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Cherries pick up Pearson from Preston

Serie A side Parma have beaten Everton to the signing of Bayern Munich forward Joshua Zirkzee, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1355096870142570497" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano.</a> An intial loan agreement has been put in place, with the highly-rated youngster now set to take on a new challenge in Italy.

Parma pip Everton to Zirkzee

Barcelona defender Jean-Clair Todibo is a loan target for Nice, claims <a href="https://www.nicematin.com/football/le-defenseur-du-fc-barcelone-jean-clair-todibo-tres-proche-de-logc-nice-638022" target="_blank">Nice-Matin.</a> The French centre-half is currently in Portugal with Benfica, but that deal could be cut short as he is allowed to head back to his homeland.

Todibo wanted by Nice

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It's official! ✅<a href="https://twitter.com/Benrahma2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Benrahma2</a> ✍️ <a href="https://t.co/HZltGfR8Pg">pic.twitter.com/HZltGfR8Pg</a>— West Ham United (@WestHam) <a href="https://twitter.com/WestHam/status/1355085779723120641?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

West Ham wrap up permanent Benrahma deal

Chelsea will launch a raid on Borussia Dortmund for Erling Haaland this summer, claims <a href="https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/12200540/chelsea-could-target-haaland-this-summer" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. Thomas Tuchel is now calling the shots at Stamford Bridge and could return to his former club for a proven striker that is attracting interest from across Europe.

Chelsea to lauinch summer raid for Haaland

Juventus have confirmed an agreement is in place to sign Nicolo Rovella from Genoa on a permanent transfer. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Official | Agreement with Genoa over Portanova, Petrelli and Rovella ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/akthdqrPsk">https://t.co/akthdqrPsk</a> <a href="https://t.co/2EvLSz46Ot">pic.twitter.com/2EvLSz46Ot</a> — JuventusFC (@juventusfcen) <a href="https://twitter.com/juventusfcen/status/1355061283196973058?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Juve to sign Rovella

Real Madrid are resigned to losing Sergio Ramos at the end of the season, <a href="https://twitter.com/elchiringuitotv/status/1354951072478060557" target="_blank">El Chiringuito</a> reports. The centre-back, who will enter free agency come the conclusion of the 2020-21 season, has been linked with Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Tottenham and Bayern Munich among others.

Madrid resigned to losing Ramos

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CelticFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CelticFC</a> today announced that Chief Executive Peter Lawwell has decided to retire from his position at the end of June 2021, having held this role for the past 17 years. Everyone at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CelticFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CelticFC</a> would like to thank Peter for his monumental contribution to the club's success. 🏆🍀 — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CelticFC/status/1355052926667010048?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Celtic reshuffle begins

Atalanta defender Bosko Sutalo is being courted by Spezia, <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/spezia-interested-in-atalantas-sutalo-the-latest" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> reports. Crotone are said to harbour an interest in the versatile Croatian too, while Spezia are also in the market for a central midfielder.

Spezia want Sutalo

Gremio forward Pepe is close to joining Porto, Gremio president&nbsp;Romildo Bolzan has told Radio Guaiba. "With regard to Gremio and FC Porto, we are already in a very advanced situation and close to completion," Bolzan said. Pepe has scored three goals in six games for Brazil's under-23 side but is yet to receive a senior call-up.

Pepe set for Porto move

Bayer Leverkusen are confident of securing a move to sign Demarai Gray from Leicester, claims&nbsp;<a href="https://www.skysports.com/transfer-centre" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. Gray is out of contract at the end of the season and it is reported the deal could be completed in a matter of hours.

Leverkusen confident of Gray deal

Monaco have not been negotiating with Arsenal for Lucas Torreira, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1354863409410551812" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>. There had been reports that Monaco were looking to pick up Torreira's loan at Atletico Madrid, where he has struggled for first-team minutes.

No Monaco contact for Torreira

Jurgen Klopp suggested Liverpool could look to the transfer market for defensive reinforcements after confirming an ankle injury to Joel Matip. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/klopp-ankle-ligament-injury-matip-transfer-liverpool/1fi4602h2pwym1m81swkxv4oyi" target="_blank">Read the full story here on Goal!</a>

Klopp considers transfers after Matip injury

Fulham midfielder Jean-Michael Seri is set to join Bordeaux on loan until the end of the season, the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/jan/28/fulhams-jean-michael-seri-set-to-join-bordeaux-on-loan-until-end-of-season?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other" target="_blank">Guardian</a>&nbsp;reports. The Ivory Coast international has made only one start for the Cottagers so far this season.

Seri to leave Fulham for Bordeaux

Atalanta are close to signing Ukraine midfielder Viktor Kovalenko from Shahtar Donetsk, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/atalanta-make-progress-for-kovalenko-and-interested-in-ahmedhodzic-the-latest" target="_blank">DiMarzio</a>. The 24-year-old recently passed 200 appearances for Shakhtar in all competitions after coming through the youth ranks at the club. Atalanta are also said to be interested in Malmo's 21-year-old defender&nbsp;Anel Ahmedhodzic.

Atalanta close on Shakhtar's Kovalenko

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