Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd set for mass exodus as 17 players left unhappy

Barcelona have set their sights on Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/jorge-mendes-ofereix-el-fitxatge-a-joan-laporta-perque-no-suporta-rangnick-i-vol-anar-se-n-del-manc_690932_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.The 27-year-old has grown unhappy at Old Trafford after a disappointing first half of the 2021-22 campaign.Barca are keeping a close eye on Fernandes' situation and could launch a summer bid for the Portuguese if they are unable to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland.

Barcelona set sights on Fernandes (El Nacional)

Man Utd talisman emerges on Blaugrana radar

Manchester United have identified Paris Saint-Germain striker Mauro Icardi as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-la-juventus-turin-s-interesse-a-mauro-icardi-psg/1308465" target="_self">L'Equipe</a>.The 28-year-old has emerged on the Red Devils' radar as they prepare for the potential departures of both Anthony Martial and Edinson Cavani.If either one of those players leaves this month then United will move for Icardi, who has also been strongly linked with Juventus.

Man Utd target Icardi (L'Equipe)

<a href="https://theathletic.com/news/tottenham-considering-fresh-approach-for-adama-traore/8OHBdqVsYX1j/ " target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reports that Tottenham are ready to rekindle their interest in Wolves winger Adama Traore.The jet-heeled Spain international has registered on Spurs’ radar in the past and may see a formal bid tabled in the current window as Spurs mull over using Matt Doherty in a part-exchange deal.

Tottenham considering fresh approach for Traore (The Athletic)

Barcelona may have missed out on Alvaro Morata, with the Spanish striker set to remain on loan at Juventus, but <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/martial-vuelve-orbita-barca-complicarse-13064606 " target="_blank">Sport</a> claims La Liga giants are now turning their attention to Anthony Martial.The France international forward has expressed a desire to leave Manchester United in January, with those at Camp Nou prepared to offer him a fresh start in Catalunya.

Barca turn to Martial after missing out on Morata (Sport)

<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20220106/1001733538/barca-acelera-christensen.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reports that Barcelona are stepping up their efforts to land Chelsea contract rebel Andreas Christensen.The Danish defender is yet to commit to fresh terms at Stamford Bridge and will drop into the free agent pool this summer if no deal is done – with those at Camp Nou eager to add him to their ranks.

Barca step up bid for Christensen (Mundo Deportivo)

Liverpool can do a deal for long-term target and Porto winger Luis Diaz this month as they aim to replace AFCON-bound Mo Salah and Sadio Mane, claim <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/premierleague/17229403/liverpool-luis-diaz-transfer-porto-salah-mane/" target="_blank">The Sun.</a>Diaz has a release clause of £67 million, but reportedly the terms of his contract mean that drops to £45m in the summer.Liverpool could therefore get Diaz for between £45m and £60m this month as Porto look to cash in on the Colombian, while Jurgen Klopp is keen to get attacking reinforcements as soon as possible.

Liverpool 'to sign £60m man Diaz this month' (The Sun)

Reds may exploit Porto star's release clause for quick deal

The <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10372863/Manchester-United-face-mass-exodus-players-SEVENTEEN-team-stars-unhappy.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a> reports that Manchester United are facing a mass exodus of top talent, with 17 players said to be “unhappy” at Old Trafford.Paul Pogba, Edinson Cavani, Jesse Lingard, Dean Henderson and Donny van de Beek are among those that could soon move on, with Eric Bailly, Anthony Martial and Nemanja Matic are all weighing up their options.

Man Utd have 17 ‘unhappy’ players (Daily Mail)

Paul Pogba and Edinson Cavani among those set to leave

Tottenham and Arsenal are ready to rekindle their interest in Brighton right-back Tariq Lamptey, reports <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1545339/Tottenham-Arsenal-transfer-news-Tariq-Lamptey-Brighton-Premier-League-January-window " target="_blank">Express Sport</a>.The 21-year-old has only recently returned to action following a long-term injury, but he has attracted plenty of admiring glances in the past and is being lined up as a top target for Antonio Conte and Mikel Arteta.

Tottenham to battle Arsenal for Lamptey (Express Sport)

According to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/draguen-solak-el-nou-ric-del-southampton-demana-preu-a-florentino-perez-per-treure-l-del-real_690902_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>, Southampton are piecing together plans to bring Gareth Bale back to the club.The Wales international started out with the Saints and could return to familiar surroundings at St Mary's after struggling for game time at Real Madrid and edging his way towards free agency.

Southampton want to re-sign Bale (El Nacional)

Bayern Munich will consider replacing Kingsley Coman with Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele over the summer, according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-ousmane-dembele-barca-premier-choix-du-bayern-munich/1308618" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>.With Coman's contract expiring in 2023 and negotiations at a standstill, they want to be proactive and receive a transfer fee for him in a few months rather than allowing him to leave on a free the next summer. Meanwhile, Bayern see Dembele as a suitable replacement who himself is available immediately on a free transfer.

Bayern consider replacing Coman with Dembele (L'Equipe)

The Bavarians are open to the change as a way to make money

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Kieran Trippier deal not in doubt, absolutely. Official statement in place and paperworks already signed on player side too. ⚪️🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NUFC</a> All sealed and completed since yesterday after medical - both Newcastle and Atletico Madrid confirm.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1479181795501514762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Trippier to Newcastle announcement imminent 

Roma are closing in on the signing of Porto midfielder Sergio Oliveira - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1479051739466801157?s=20" target="_self">Nicolo Schira</a>.The Giallorossi have reached an agreement over a loan deal for the 29-year-old that includes a buy option.Oliveira is expected to complete his switch to Roma in the coming days as Jose Mourinho bolsters his ranks for the second half of the season.

Roma close in on Porto's Oliveira 

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris could join Rennes in the summer - according to <a href="https://www.francebleu.fr/sports/football/transferts-le-stade-rennais-reve-d-hugo-lloris-1639644875" target="_self">France Bleu</a>.The 35-year-old has just entered the last six months of his contract and Spurs have not yet tabled a suitable extension offer.Rennes are ready to swoop for Lloris if he becomes a free agent but his lofty salary demands may prove to be a sticking point in any potential negotiations.

Spurs' Lloris could join Rennes in summer

Paris Saint-Germain are plotting a swoop for Lyon midfielder Lucas Paqueta - according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-leonardo-pense-a-lucas-paqueta-ol-pour-etoffer-le-milieu-du-psg/1308681" target="_self">L'Equipe</a>.PSG sporting director Leonardo has been tracking the 24-year-old since his stellar display in Lyon's 2-1 defeat at Parc des Princes in September.Paqueta scored in that fixture and has now has six goals and three assists to his name for Lyon in 2021-22, with PSG set to move for him in the summer if he continues on his current trajectory.

PSG plotting Paqueta swoop 

Brentford have seen an opening bid for Nottingham Forest winger Brennan Johnson rejected - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-nottingham-forest-brentford-johnson/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>.The Bees submitted a £12 million offer for the 20-year-old, who has recorded five goals and five assists in 25 Championship appearances so far this season.Forest turned down that approach, though, and will only let Johnson head to Brentford if they raise their offer to £15m ($20m).

Brentford see bid for Forest winger Johnson rejected

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗕𝗘𝗠-𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗢, 𝗠𝗔𝗫! 📝 We've signed Brazilian midfielder Max Alves to a four-year deal with a club option for an additional season.— Colorado Rapids (@ColoradoRapids) <a href="https://twitter.com/ColoradoRapids/status/1479166567321587720?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Colorado Rapids announce Alves signing

Leicester City are lining up a potential deal for Club Brugge forward Charles De Ketelaere - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/ABraeckman/status/1478026330570731525" target="_self">RTL Belgium</a>.The Foxes are huge of reaching a pre-contract agreement with the 20-year-old by the spring before making the signing official in the summer transfer window.Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid have also been linked with De Ketelaere but Villa are well placed to win the race for his signature as a final fee of around €40 million (£33m/$45m) has already been mooted.

Leicester lining up De Ketelaere deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Harry is a Hibee 😁 Welcome to Hibernian FC, <a href="https://twitter.com/HarryyClarke6?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HarryyClarke6</a>!— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/HibernianFC/status/1479158218031079428?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Arsenal loan Clarke to Hibernian 

Inter winger Ivan Perisic is the subject of interest from Tottenham - according to <a href="https://www.fussballtransfers.com/a9174946494653617032-grosse-differenz-zwischen-perisic-inter" target="_self">Fussball Transfers</a>.The Italian giants want to extend the 32-year-old's contract beyond the summer but they are only offering him a €2.5 million per year package.Perisic's agent is pushing for a much higher salary and Spurs could swoop in to sign him on a free transfer if Inter fail to tie him down to fresh terms.

Tottenham interested in Inter's Perisic 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It's official. ✅ Samir is a Hornet! 🇧🇷🐝 <a href="https://t.co/ZUiLrYdgru">pic.twitter.com/ZUiLrYdgru</a>— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/WatfordFC/status/1479150776303816706?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Samir joins Watford from Udinese 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🖤 𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟 𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗕 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝐜'𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞́ ! 🤍 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%F0%9D%98%BF%F0%9D%99%95?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#𝘿𝙕</a> <a href="https://t.co/o9z2TZoFRZ">pic.twitter.com/o9z2TZoFRZ</a>— Angers SCO (@AngersSCO) <a href="https://twitter.com/AngersSCO/status/1479135498279006220?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ex-Spurs & Newcastle midfielder Bentaleb signs for Angers

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SaintsFC</a> is pleased to announce that <a href="https://twitter.com/NathanTella_11?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NathanTella_11</a> has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract at St Mary’s! 😇— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SouthamptonFC/status/1479142971492683780?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Tella pens fresh terms at Southampton 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We have signed <a href="https://twitter.com/GUHoyasMSoccer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GUHoyasMSoccer</a> midfielder Chris Hegardt. We traded General Allocation Money to Seattle Sounders FC in exchange for the 20-year-old’s MLS Homegrown priority.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForTheCrown?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForTheCrown</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/honeywell?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@honeywell</a> <a href="https://t.co/WgWhmshK0y">https://t.co/WgWhmshK0y</a>— Charlotte FC (@CharlotteFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CharlotteFC/status/1479135842786545666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Charlotte FC snap up Hegardt from Seattle Sounders

Newcastle have been offered the chance to sign Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti - as the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10371433/Barcelona-offer-Samuel-Umtiti-Newcastle-potential-loan-deal.html" target="_self">Daily Mail</a> reports.The 28-year-old is one of several players the Blaugrana are trying to offload this month as they continue to try and cut their wage bill.Newcastle are in the market for a new centre-back, but Umtiti has rejected five other clubs already.

Newcastle offered Umtiti

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Pen to paper! ✍️ Ohio native <a href="https://twitter.com/Nelson_J14?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Nelson_J14</a> has officially joined the 🔶&amp;🔷. Welcome home, John!— FC Cincinnati (@fccincinnati) <a href="https://twitter.com/fccincinnati/status/1479128650683502600?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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FC Cincinnati announce Nelson signing 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">No bids from Tottenham for Tariq Lamptey, Brighton manager Graham Potter confirms: “I'd expect all our players to be with us at the end of January, there is lot of speculation out there but nothing to report”. 🔵 <a href="https://twitter.com/AJWood16?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AJWood16</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/THFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#THFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BHAFC</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1479087135244361728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Brighton yet to receive any bids for Spurs-linked Lamptey

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">ℹ️ Ethan Laird has been recalled from his spell at Swansea and will join Bournemouth on loan for the remainder of 2021/22, subject to registration. All the best, Ethan! 👊<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUAcademy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUAcademy</a>— Manchester United (@ManUtd) <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd/status/1479106441977876484?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Man Utd full-back Laird joins Bournemouth

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Forward <a href="https://twitter.com/ksteng12?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ksteng12</a> joins the Reds 🙌🔴— Liverpool FC Women (@LiverpoolFCW) <a href="https://twitter.com/LiverpoolFCW/status/1479046229522886663?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Liverpool Women sign Stengel

Arsenal have been heavily linked with Lyon midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, but <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-transfer-news-bruno-guimaraes-everton-newcastle-b975019.html " target="_blank">Standard Sport</a> claims that they now face serious competition for the Brazilian’s signature.Premier League rivals Everton and Newcastle are said to have joined the Gunners in the hunt for a highly-rated South American.

Arsenal face transfer battle for Bruno

Newcastle are continuing to explore several options in the winter window and could open the door to a raid on Liverpool, reports <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/01/06/newcastle-transfer-news-four-attacking-players-consideration/ " target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.Belgian forward Divock Origi remains a player of interest to the Magpies if Premier League rivals at Anfield can be convinced to enter into transfer talks.

Newcastle open to Origi approach

According to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12510075/danny-rose-watford-full-back-set-to-leave-in-january-transfer-window-with-hornets-close-to-signing-udinese-defender-samir " target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>, Danny Rose has been told that he is free to leave Watford.The former Tottenham left-back only linked up with the Hornets in the summer of 2021, but a short-lived stint at Vicarage Road is coming to a close.

Rose told he can leave Watford

Watford have, according to<a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-watford-make-concrete-move-for-phillips-as-liverpool-asking-price-revealed/ " target="_blank"> Football Insider</a>, registered their interest in Liverpool centre-half Nat Phillips.He is expected to leave Anfield during the winter window, with it suggested that a £12 million ($16m) bid will be enough to get a deal done.

Watford make a move for Phillips

Everton have seen an initial approach for Sean Longstaff knocked back by Newcastle, reports <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/newcastle-reject-everton-bid-sean-longstaff " target="_blank">90min</a>.The 24-year-old will be out of contract at the end of the season, and has been struggling for minutes this season, but the Toffees do not have a suitable offer on the table at present.

Everton see Longstaff bid knocked back

Nottingham Forest have turned down a £12 million ($16m) bid from Leeds for Brennan Johnson, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-nottingham-forest-brentford-johnson/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Wales international is also being linked with West Ham and Brentford, with his asking price soaring after impressing in the Championship this season.

Forest reject £12m Leeds bid for Johnson

Manchester United have confirmed that Ed Woodward is to leave his role as executive vice-chairman on February 1, with Richard Arnold ready to step in as chief executive officer.Executive co-chairman Joel Glazer has told the club’s <a href="https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/man-utd-announces-richard-arnold-as-new-chief-executive-officer?utm_campaign=ManUtd&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_source=twitter" target="_blank">official website:</a> “I would like to thank Ed for his tireless work on behalf of Manchester United during his nine years as Executive Vice-Chairman and 16 years with the club.&nbsp;“We are now looking forward to Richard and his leadership team opening a new phase in the club’s evolution, with ambitious plans for investment in Old Trafford, the strengthening of our engagement with fans, and continued drive towards our most important objective – winning on the pitch.”

Woodward to leave Man Utd on Feb 1

Roma are busy trying to get fresh faces on board in January, with<a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/mourinho-que-ningu-no-esperava-apareix-en-escena-amb-la-roma-per-treure-l-del-barca-si-joan-lap_691004_102.html " target="_blank"> El Nacional</a> claiming that they will look to take Samuel Umtiti on loan from Barcelona.The French defender is surplus to requirements at Camp Nou but has been reluctant to head through the exits.

Roma ready loan raid for Umtiti

Sven Botman is, according to the <a href="https://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/newcastle-united-transfer-qa-kieran-trippier-signing-sven-botman-latest-and-where-eddie-howe-will-strengthen-next-revealed-3516326 " target="_blank">Shields Gazzette</a>, interested in a possible move to Newcastle.There had been suggestions that the in-demand Lille defender would snub the Magpies as he holds out for more Champions League football, but a big-money deal may yet take him to St James’ Park.

Botman is interested in Newcastle move

Roma are eyeing a move for Porto midfielder Sergio Oliveira, according to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/roma-contatti-sergio-oliveira-porto-5-gennaio-2022" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio.</a>Jose Mourinho is said to be keen on the 29-year-old, valued at around £17 million, having previously targeted him while at Spurs.Spurs' interest has cooled under Antonio Conte however, leaving Mourinho with a clearer run to make the 12-cap Portugal international his second January signing after Ainsley Maitland-Niles.

Roma 'keen on Sergio Oliveira'

Manchester City will offer club legend Sergio Aguero a role as an ambassador after the striker was forced into retirement earlier this season, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17232913/aguero-man-city-role-return/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_campaign=sunfootballfacebook050122&amp;utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1641422688" target="_blank">The Sun.</a>Aguero left Man City in the summer for Barcelona but only played five games before having to retire due to a heart condition aged 33.The Argentine remains a popular figure at City and the club will offer him a non-playing role in football, alongside fellow Premier League winners Joleon Lescott and Micah Richards.

Man City 'to offer Aguero ambassador role'

Tottenham will send Matt Doherty on loan to former club Wolves this month, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17233343/tottenham-tariq-lamptey-transfer-brighton/" target="_blank">The Sun.</a>Doherty has had a torrid time at Spurs since joining from Wolves, and has not started a single league game this season under either Nuno or Antonio Conte.The Ireland international could return to Molineux, where he was a key player in their rise from the Championship to European qualification.

Spurs 'to offload Doherty in January'

Hugo Lloris is yet to sign a new contract at Tottenham, meaning that he could hit free agency in the summer, and <a href="https://www.francebleu.fr/sports/football/transferts-le-stade-rennais-reve-d-hugo-lloris-1639644875 " target="_blank">France Bleu Armorique</a> claim that the veteran goalkeeper is wanted by Rennes.A World Cup winner has been with Spurs since 2012, but a decade-long spell in England may be brought to a close if the 35-year-old decides to head home.

Lloris lined up for homecoming by Rennes

Barcelona are being heavily linked with Paris Saint-Germain winger Julian Draxler, with <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/al-khelaifi-no-es-nega-a-vendre-l-al-barca-agrada-molt-a-xavi-hernandez-i-el-psg-accepta-ofertes_690929_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a> claiming that €15 million (£13m/$17m) could be enough to do a deal.PSG will not stand in the Germany international’s way if he decides to move on, with La Liga heavyweights at Camp Nou eager to get further reinforcements onto their books once funds have been freed up.

Barca will have to pay €15m for Draxler

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Jurgen Locadia has joined German Bundesliga side VFL Bochum 1848 in a permanent move. 🇳🇱 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/firsttouchgames?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FirstTouchGames</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BHAFC</a> 🔵⚪️— Brighton &amp; Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1478999786434957312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Brighton part with Locadia

<a href="https://twitter.com/JacobsBen/status/1478692915534876672 " target="_blank">CBS Sports</a> reports that Arsenal are yet to receive a response to their offer for Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic.The Gunners remain in the mix for an in-demand Serbian striker, but his current employers are delaying any decisions on his future as they wait on offers from a number of other suitors.

Arsenal waiting on response to Vlahovic offer

Newcastle’s hunt for attacking reinforcements has led them towards Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke, claims <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/01/05/newcastle-united-bid-225m-everton-defender-lucas-digne/ " target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>.The former Chelsea and Liverpool forward endured a slow start to his time with the Cherries, but he has hit 18 goals in the Championship this season and could be targeted by Eddie Howe during the winter window.

Solanke added to Newcastle’s wish list

Tottenham boss Antonio Conte admitted that his side were outplayed by a superior Chelsea side in Wednesday's Carabao Cup defeat, while warning he cannot wave a magic wand to improve the side's fortunes in the current transfer window.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/no-magic-solution-for-spurs-in-january-warns-conte-after/blt22b055217381b8f9" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Conte: No magic solution for Spurs in January

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Rafa Benitez wants Sean Longstaff &amp; Everton have made offer, although latest from NUFC this week was no players going out (yet). Newcastle interested in Lucas Digne but no formal bid (yet). Discussions taking place, although Digne prefers London move.— Craig Hope (@CraigHope_DM) <a href="https://twitter.com/CraigHope_DM/status/1478866422491230220?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Everton make concrete Longstaff offer

Paris Saint-Germain could recruit Lyon star Lucas Paqueta next summer to strengthen their midfield, says <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-leonardo-pense-a-lucas-paqueta-ol-pour-etoffer-le-milieu-du-psg/1308681" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>.The 24-year-old from Brazil offers a rare combination of attacking skill and defensive prowess. He's been involved in nine goals in 17 matches in Ligue 1 this season.

PSG could recruit Paqueta

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🔄 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mercato?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mercato</a> Officiel : Jordan <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Amavi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Amavi</a> est de retour à l’<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OGCNice?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OGCNice</a>, sous forme de prêt (avec option d’achat) jusqu’à la fin de la saison ! <a href="https://t.co/5yvkGao5Oh">pic.twitter.com/5yvkGao5Oh</a>— OGC Nice (@ogcnice) <a href="https://twitter.com/ogcnice/status/1478796243870572552?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Amavi loaned to Nice

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Over 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ appearances to his name.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCCincy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCCincy</a> have signed veteran <a href="https://twitter.com/raygaddis?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@raygaddis</a> ahead of the 2022 <a href="https://twitter.com/MLS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MLS</a> season.— FC Cincinnati (@fccincinnati) <a href="https://twitter.com/fccincinnati/status/1478831163615633410?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Cincinnati FC welcome Gaddis

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋: Welcome to the squad, @Aboubacar_11!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rapids96?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rapids96</a>— Colorado Rapids (@ColoradoRapids) <a href="https://twitter.com/ColoradoRapids/status/1478804386214289409?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Rapids add Keita

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">📝<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TRFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TRFC</a> are delighted to announce the loan signing of Josh McPake from <a href="https://twitter.com/RangersFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RangersFC</a>! Welcome to Prenton Park, Josh 👊<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TRFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TRFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SWA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SWA</a>— Tranmere Rovers FC (@TranmereRovers) <a href="https://twitter.com/TranmereRovers/status/1478759143410483211?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Tranmere sign McPake from Rangers

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Albion are delighted to confirm that goalkeeper <a href="https://twitter.com/Carl_Rushworth2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Carl_Rushworth2</a> has signed a new contract with the club until June 2025. 🧤 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/firsttouchgames?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FirstTouchGames</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BHAFC</a> 🔵⚪️— Brighton &amp; Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1478788390443266050?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Brighton re-sign Rushworth

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Leo Ostigard has been recalled from his spell with Stoke City and is moving to Serie A side Genoa on loan for the rest of the season. ✍️ 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/firsttouchgames?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FirstTouchGames</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BHAFC</a> 🔵⚪️— Brighton &amp; Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1478792362352693252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ostigard swaps Stoke for Genoa

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️🤝&nbsp;Welcome to <a href="https://twitter.com/homeparkstadium?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@homeparkstadium</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/AlfieLewis?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlfieLewis</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pafc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pafc</a>— Plymouth Argyle FC (@Argyle) <a href="https://twitter.com/Argyle/status/1478683947252871168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Lewis joins Plymouth

Aston Villa are interested in Scottish defender Aaron Hickey, writes <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/31771/12476234/transfer-centre-live-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-paul-pogba-ralf-rangnick-targets?postid=3189100#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.The 19-year-old currently plays for Bologna, where he's made 19 Serie A appearances this season.

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