Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal lead Barcelona in the race for Isak

Luis Suarez has decided to leave Atletico Madrid when his contract expires at the end of the season, <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/simeone-baixa-el-polze-i-activa-el-pla-per-jugar-amb-messi-i-sortir-de-l-atletico_690140_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a> reports.The Uruguay international is open to making the move to MLS, with Inter Miami eager to sign him, and he hopes that Lionel Messi will follow him to the United States.

Suarez to leave Atletico Madrid and wants Mesi reunion (El Nacional)

Uruguayan attacker to make summer move to Inter Miami

Barcelona are in talks with Manchester United regarding a possible swap deal involving Anthony Martial and Ousmane Dembele, claims <a href="https://www.ara.cat/esports/barca/dembele-martial-trencacloques-retallar-massa-salarial_1_4229188.html?s=09 " target="_blank">Ara</a>.Two French forwards could trade places as one runs down his contract at Camp Nou and another pushes for the exits at Old Trafford.

Barca in talks over Martial-Dembele swap deal (Ara)

According to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/football/competitions/premier-league/12508163/paul-pogba-out-of-contract-but-future-more-likely-to-be-resolved-in-the-summer " target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>, the issue of Paul Pogba’s future at Manchester United will not be addressed until the summer.The World Cup-winning midfielder is running his contract down towards free agency, but he will not be sold in January and the Red Devils hope fresh terms can still be thrashed out at a later date.

Pogba future to be sorted in the summer (Sky Sports)

Arsenal are leading Barcelona in the race for Sweden international striker Alexander Isak, claims <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/reial-societat-negociacio-xavi-hernandez-arsenal-fitxatge-isak-barca_689645_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a>.The 22-year-old, who is catching the eye at Real Sociedad, is expected to form part of big-money transfer in the near future.

Arsenal lead Barcelona in the race for Isak (El Nacional)

Romelu Lukaku could seal a stunning cross-city switch to Chelsea's rivals Tottenham in order to reunite with ex-Inter boss Antonio Conte, per <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Juventus/02-01-2022/lukaku-mercato-juve-spera-riapre-caccia-vlahovic-430720144445_preview.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta Dello Sport</a>.An explosive interview in which the Belgian professed his frustrations at Chelsea saw him dropped for the club's Premier League clash with Liverpool.Despite having only returned to the Blues this summer, the attacker could now look to secure an exit - and a reunion with Conte at Spurs, as unexpected as it may be, is not out of the picture.

Lukaku could force Conte reunion at Tottenham (Gazzetta Dello Sport)

The Blues striker faces an uncertain future

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Erling Haaland is not leaving in January, despite some rumours. He has not decided his next club yet, and there are NO pre-agreements with Real or Barça. It's an open race. Decision won't be made in January. 🇳🇴 Rangnick 'clause', fake too. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> 📲 More: <a href="https://t.co/z6OX1i7kFj">https://t.co/z6OX1i7kFj</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1477748666064588800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Haaland won't leave Dortmund this month (Fabrizio Romano)

Saint-Etienne are looking to sign Roman Burki from Borussia Dortmund.<a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/borussia-dortmund-news-klub-zeigt-interesse-an-buerki/12508450/34942" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Germany claims the French side have set their sights on him after losing goalkeeper Etienne Green to injury.But Saint-Etienne want to sign him on loan but the Bundesliga side would rather sell him in January.

Saint-Etienne target Burki

Strasbourg are hoping to sign Alvaro Gonzalez from Marseille this month.<a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-strasbourg-s-active-sur-alvaro-gonzalez-om/1308255" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a> reports the 31-year-old is top of the club's list of targets to replace Maxime Le Marchand, who will be out for around three months following back surgery.

Strasbourg go after Gonzalez

AC Milan are interested in signing Mattia Vitti from Empoli in the summer transfer window, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-piace-viti-dell-empoli-conti-puo-essere-la-chiave-71556?intcmp=gazzanet-viti" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The 19-year-old centre-back has impressed since breaking through at Empoli and the Rossoneri have joined Fiorentina, Napoli and Atalanta in pursuing him.Empoli have laready knocked back a €15 million offer from Atalanta for him.

AC Milan want Vitti

Juventus may reignite their interest in Mauro Icardi this month.Barcelona are trying to sign Alvaro Morata from the Serie A side, but they refuse to let him go unless they can find a replacement.<a href="https://www.ilbianconero.com/a/juve-icardi-ci-risiamo-tutte-le-volte-che-maurito-e-stato-a-un-p-42186" target="_blank">Il Bianconero</a> reports they may finally make a move for Paris Saint-Germain forward Icardi, having been heavily linked to the Argentina international for several years.

Juve may turn to Icardi as Morata departure nears

Inter are set to make a bid for Galatasaray defender Victor Nelsson, says <a href="https://www.aksam.com.tr/spor/victor-nelssonu-inter-istiyor/haber-1231351" target="_blank">Aksam</a>.The 23-year-old is high on the Serie A side's list of transfer targets and his release clause is set at €25 million.

Inter prepare Nelsson bid

Flamengo striker Gabriel Barbosa could be on his way to England amid talks with West Ham, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/12508492/gabriel-barbosa-west-ham-hold-talks-over-signing-flamengo-striker-nicknamed-gabigol" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.The Brazilian nicknamed Gabigol is one of several attackers the Hammers are looking at and have already been in talks to land him.

West Ham move for Gabigol

Atletico Mineiro are in talks to sign Diego Godin, <a href="https://www.itatiaia.com.br/noticia/galo-deve-contratar-godin-ex-atletico-de-madrid-para-lugar-de-junior-alonso-na-zaga" target="_blank">Radio Itatiaia</a> reports.Cagliari recently announced that the former Atletico Madrid and Inter centre-back will leave this month.The Brazilian club are willing to offer the 35-year-old a contract for one season.

Godin in talks with Atletico Mineiro

Former Hoffenheim manager and Barcelona assistant Alfred Schreuder has been named head coach of Belgian side Club Brugge.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welkom, Alfred Schreuder! 👋🏼 De Nederlander vervangt Philippe Clement en wordt onze nieuwe hoofdcoach. MEER: <a href="https://t.co/oCaxZeQylE">https://t.co/oCaxZeQylE</a> <a href="https://t.co/2E8Y0PUhPW">pic.twitter.com/2E8Y0PUhPW</a>— Club Brugge KV (@ClubBrugge) <a href="https://twitter.com/ClubBrugge/status/1478056212981858313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Schreuder takes over as Club Brugge coach

PSV have informed Heerenveen of their desire to buy Joey Veerman.Heerenveen technical director Ferry de Haan said to <a href="https://www.omropfryslan.nl/nijs/1120583-ferry-de-haan-oer-joey-veerman-psv-heeft-zich-gemeld-bod-feyenoord-ligt-er-nog" target="_blank">Omrop Fryslan</a> on Monday: "Yes, that's right. PSV has signed up. There is interest, but it is not the case that we are working towards it now."PSV are not the only team trying to get the midfielder. Feyenoord have already made two offers to Heerenveen."That is on the table," De Haan said. "We have indicated to Feyenoord that we need to see if we can discuss it."

PSV join Feyenoord in battle to sign Veerman

Leo Ostigard is having a medical to complete a move to Genoa from Brighton, <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Genoa/03-01-2022/genoa-preso-ostigard-difensore-brighton-amico-haaland-430742774354.shtml" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a> says.The defender is on loan at Championship side Stoke but is set to cut that stay short and make the switch to Serie A.

Ostigard has medical to complete Genoa move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">📄 | OFFICIAL Adrien <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Silva?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Silva</a>'s contract with the club has been terminated by mutual consent— Sampdoria English (@sampdoria_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/sampdoria_en/status/1478058932128129029?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Sampdoria terminate Silva contract

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Another year together! 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChelseaFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThiagoSilva?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThiagoSilva</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChelseaFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChelseaFC</a> <a href="https://t.co/4ljDJ5SKzR">pic.twitter.com/4ljDJ5SKzR</a>— Thiago Silva (@tsilva3) <a href="https://twitter.com/tsilva3/status/1478058235181547525?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Thiago Silva signs Chelsea extension

AC Milan are in talks to sign Renato Sanches from Lille, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-asse-rovente-con-il-lille-contatti-serrati-per-renato-sanc-82780" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The Portuguese midfielder is looking for a new challenge for next season and is interested in joining the Rossoneri in the summer.

AC Milan in Renato Sanches talks

Cagliari have signed Matteo Lovato on loan from Atalanta.The centre-back will spend the rest of the season with the club, who are second-bottom of the Serie A table.

Lovato joins Cagliai from Atalanta

Roma have submitted an offer to take Ainsley Maitland-Niles on an initial loan deal from Arsenal that includes an option to buy, claims <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/roma-submit-loan-bid-with-option-to-buy-for-arsenals-ainsley-maitland-niles/URBFO1IoIyj3/ " target="_blank">The Athletic</a>.Jose Mourinho would prefer to put a permanent transfer in place at this stage but financial difficulties in the Italian capital mean that a compromise agreement is being sought with the Gunners for a versatile England international.

Roma lodge loan offer for Maitland-Niles

Chelsea’s contract extension talks with Andreas Christensen have stalled once again, reports <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/chelsea-christensen-azpilicueta-rudiger-rinnovi-31-dicembre-2021?k=M19ka2xmOTA0OTBrZm9nOTg0Mzkw " target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>.The Danish defender is set to become a free agent in the summer and continues to mull over his options after changing agent and learning of interest from La Liga giants Barcelona.

Christensen contract talks stall amid Barca interest

Real Madrid are looking to offload Gareth Bale, Isco and Marcelo during the winter window, reports <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2022/01/01/primera/1641066295_279664.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=MQ%3D%3D&amp;m4=dmlkZW8%3D&amp;m5=MjE%3D " target="_blank">AS</a>.The Blancos are eager to free up squad space and funds during January, with three experienced performers made aware that they no longer figure in long-term plans at Santiago Bernabeu.

Real want to offload Bale & Isco

Matthias Ginter is heading towards free agency at Borussia Monchengladbach, and <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/ha-estat-apareixer-nagelsmann-i-el-bayern-i-rebutjara-xavi-hernandez-perque-no-creu-en-el-proyect_688928_102.html " target="_blank">El Nacional</a> reports that the German defender is in advanced talks with Bayern Munich about a move to the Allianz Arena.Barcelona are among those to have expressed interest in the 27-year-old, but they appear set to be left disappointed.

Bayern in advanced talks to sign Ginter

AC Milan are planning to hold talks with Lille over a deal for defender Sven Botman, claims <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-si-accende-la-pista-botman-vertice-con-il-lille-la-situazi-46981 " target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The Netherlands U21 international has been linked with Newcastle, but Serie A heavyweights are confident that they can win the race for a player of considerable promise.

Milan to hold Botman talks with Lille

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">ℹ️ Michaël Cuisance completes transfer to Venezia FC Merci, <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelCUISANCE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MichaelCUISANCE</a>! 👏👏 <a href="https://t.co/6aY2ZCWIVv">pic.twitter.com/6aY2ZCWIVv</a>— 🇺🇸 FC Bayern US 🇨🇦 (@FCBayernUS) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBayernUS/status/1478004831281373184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Cuisance leaves Bayern

Donny van de Beek is not pushing for a January move away from Manchester United, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/JonathanShrager/status/1477778266006163456 " target="_blank">Jonathan Shrager</a>.The Dutch midfielder has struggled for regular game time with the Red Devils, but has been assured by Ralf Rangnick that he will get opportunities to impress.

Van de Beek not pushing for Man Utd exit

Milan are mulling over an approach for Torino striker Andrea Belotti - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/un-gallo-in-offerta-belotti-verso-l-addio-al-torino-l-idea-del-m-22717" target="_self">Caciomercato</a>.The 28-year-old's deal at Stadio Olimpico Grande is due to expire in the summer and he is free to negotiate a pre-contract with any potential suitors now the winter transfer window is open.Milan could make a move for Belotti as Stefano Pioli seeks to bolster his options in the final third of the pitch.

Milan mulling over Belotti approach

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Now arriving in Augsburg: Ricardo Pepi 🚂 <a href="https://t.co/pLVjFK5RNN">pic.twitter.com/pLVjFK5RNN</a>— FC Augsburg (@FCA_World) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCA_World/status/1477997049635344388?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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USMNT star Pepi signs for Augsburg

Guimaraes centre-back Abdul Mumin is the subject of interest from both Newcastle and Leicester City - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1477559916730671106?s=20" target="_self">Fichajes</a>.Lyon are also eyeing the 23-year-old, who has impressed in Portugal since his 2020 move from Nordsjaelland.Mumin has appeared in 13 Primeira Liga games for Guimarares this term, helping them rise to eighth in the table.

Newcastle & Leicester interested in Guimares ace Mumin

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Die SG Dynamo Dresden hat Oliver <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BatistaMeier?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BatistaMeier</a> verpflichtet. Der Offensivspieler wechselt vom FC Bayern München mit sofortiger Wirkung zur SGD und unterzeichnete einen Vertrag bis 2025. ✍️ Herzlich willkommen in Elbflorenz, Oli! 🙌 👉 <a href="https://t.co/Pfwz8CYyJh">https://t.co/Pfwz8CYyJh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/sgd1953?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#sgd1953</a> <a href="https://t.co/nkBl8FOgWf">pic.twitter.com/nkBl8FOgWf</a>— SG Dynamo Dresden (@DynamoDresden) <a href="https://twitter.com/DynamoDresden/status/1477981080041017349?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Bayern sell German winger Meier to Dynamo Dresden

Aston Villa have joined the race to sign Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Denis Zakaria - according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10361059/Premier-League-club-club-transfer-guide-Tottenham-need-striker-Chelsea-want-new-defender.html" target="_self">The Daily Mail</a>.The 25-year-old, who is into the last six months of his contract, has also been linked with Liverpool, Leicester City, Arsenal&nbsp;and&nbsp;Everton.Villa are hoping to beat their Premier League rivals for Zakaria following Gladbach's announcement that he has decided not to extend his stay with the club.

Aston Villa join Zakaria race

Tottenham and West Ham are both vying for the signature of Wolves winger Adama Traore - according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/01/02/bruno-lage-wants-three-new-wolves-players-owners-say-club/" target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.Wanderers boss Bruno Lage is willing to let the 25-year-old leave so that the club can raise extra funds for three new players in January.Spurs and West Ham are both poised to swoop with Wolves set to demand around £20 million ($27m) for Traore.

Tottenham & West Ham vying for Traore

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Barça president Joan Laporta when asked about Erling Haaland: “We’re working to build a top team. Everything is possible if we do things well. And I’m sure we will”. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> “Top players are open to join Barça. We’re definitely recovering our status”, Laporta added. <a href="https://t.co/1jySbAGRe0">pic.twitter.com/1jySbAGRe0</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1477955409990270979?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Barca president addresses Haaland links

Manchester United are unlikely to let Jesse Lingard leave for top-four rivals West Ham during the January transfer window, claims <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-transfer-plan-lingard-25836658" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>.The England international has seen a return to the London Stadium mooted as he runs a contract at Old Trafford down towards free agency in the summer.

Man Utd unlikely to let Lingard leave for West Ham

Alvaro Morata’s proposed move to Barcelona is “95 per cent done”, according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2022/01/03/primera/1641167816_162972.html " target="_blank">AS</a>.The Spain international is currently on loan at Juventus, but he could head back to his homeland at Camp Nou as La Liga giants thrash out an agreement with domestic rivals Atletico Madrid.

Morata to Barcelona is ‘95 per cent done’

Newcastle are set to lure Kieran Trippier away from Atletico Madrid in a deal worth €20 million (£17m/$23m), reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/newcastle-fatta-per-trippier-80125 " target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The England international right-back will sign a contract at St James’ Park through to the summer of 2025.

Newcastle to land Trippier in €20m deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">⚜️⚪️🟣<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForzaViola?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForzaViola</a> 💜 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Fiorentina?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Fiorentina</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACFFiorentina?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACFFiorentina</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ikone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ikone</a> <a href="https://t.co/SbBcwjfin1">pic.twitter.com/SbBcwjfin1</a>— ACF Fiorentina English (@ACFFiorentinaEN) <a href="https://twitter.com/ACFFiorentinaEN/status/1477941873046175747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New arrival in Florence

Liverpool and Manchester United are ready to battle it out for the signing of Leeds starlet Charlie Cresswell, reports <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17197806/man-utd-liverpool-leeds-charlie-cresswell-transfer/ " target="_blank">The Sun</a>.The 19-year-old England U21 international has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign at Elland Road, with his potential being noted by Premier League heavyweights outside of West Yorkshire.

Liverpool & Man Utd battle it out for Cresswell

Rangers defender Nathan Patterson is in England to undergo a medical at Everton, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/medical-booked-everton-finalise-patterson-deal-as-club-record-bid-accepted-by-rangers-sources/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Toffees are closing in on another January deal, with an initial £12 million ($16m) deal agreed with the reigning Scottish champions.

Patterson in England to undergo Everton medical

Liverpool have identified Olympiacos star Aguibou Camara as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/brilla-la-stella-di-aguibou-camara-il-milan-lo-tiene-d-occhio-73185" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Milan are also interested in the 20-year-old midfielder, who initially moved to Greece from Lille last summer.Camara has made 25 appearances across all competitions for Olympiacos already, recording five goals and four assists.

Liverpool target Olympiacos star Camara 

Brazilian goalkeeper Neto has requested to leave Barcelona - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/demana-venda-joan-laporta-flamengo-barca-neto_689693_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.The 32-year-old wants the Blaugrana to accept an offer from Flamengo before the winter transfer window closes.Neto joined Barca back in 2019 but has only appeared in 19 games across all competitions while playing second fiddle to Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

Neto requests to leave Barcelona

Newcastle are plotting a £50 million ($67m) swoop for Benfica striker Darwin Nunez - according to <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/calcio-estero/newcastle-pronta-l-offerta-per-darwin-nunez-oltre-50-milioni-di-sterline-1628092" target="_self">Tuttomercatoweb</a>.Atletico Madrid and Manchester City have also been linked with the 22-year-old, who has scored 13 goals in 13 league games for Benfica this season.Darwin has a £100m ($135m) release clause in his contract but Newcastle hope to negotiate a reduced fee with the Portuguese giants.

Newcastle plot £50m Darwin swoop

Tottenham midfielder Tanguy Ndombele is the subject of interest from Roma - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-l-ultima-idea-per-il-centrocampo-e-ndombele-la-possibile-fo-87435" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Jose Mourinho worked with the 25-year-old during his reign at Spurs and is now eager to arrange a reunion at Stadio Olimpico.Current Tottenham boss Antonio Conte has not ruled out a January sale for Ndombele, who has only played nine Premier League games for the club so far this term.

Roma interested in Ndombele

Barcelona director of football Mateu Alemany has played down recent links with Juventus forward Alvaro Morata.Asked by Movistar about the forward, Alemany would only respond by referencing a transfer that was already completed. "[Head coach] Xavi has asked for Ferran Torres and I have given him the gift," Alemany said.

Barca play down Morata talk

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">ℹ️ <a href="https://twitter.com/Jonmorci?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Jonmorci</a> loaned out to <a href="https://twitter.com/realvalladolidE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realvalladolidE</a> until the end of the season. 🍀 Best of luck, Jon‼️ All the details 👇<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AthleticClub?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthleticClub</a> 🦁— Athletic Club (@Athletic_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/Athletic_en/status/1477686528914731011?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Athletic loan out Morcillo

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ricardo Pepi &gt; FC Augsburg deal now signed. Paperworks signed between clubs, deal completed with Pepi in Munich and official statement expected soon 🤝🇺🇸 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCAugsburg?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCAugsburg</a> Augsburg will pay $20m plus add ons directly to FC Dallas on a club-record fee. Here-we-go confirmed. <a href="https://t.co/WmEqh06Y59">pic.twitter.com/WmEqh06Y59</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1477778594009124868?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Augsburg deal for Pepi done

Former Wales international Neil Taylor is attracting interest from a host of Championship clubs after impressing for Middlesbrough, per <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17205096/neil-taylor-middlesbrough-january-transfer-interest/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>.The defender, who played a key part in his country's shock run to the semi-finals of Euro 2016 half-a-decade ago, is on a short-term deal after leaving Aston Villa.But the experience of the ex-Great Britain Olympic man means that he is not short of potential new suitors.

Taylor attracting Championship interest

Sebastian Blanco is set to leave the Portland Timbers despite being expected to remain at the club, per <a href="https://twitter.com/JuliMicheles/status/1477730038808076288" target="_blank">Juli Micheles</a>.The former Argentina international joined the MLS outfit in 2017, and has gone on to be a key member of the team since then.Now though, he looks set to leave the Beaver State, though he is expected to remain in MLS.

Blanco to leave Timbers

Axel Tuanzebe will see his loan at Aston Villa brought to an end after Steven Gerrard was unable to give him assurances about his playing time, per the <a href="https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/aston-villa-transfer-news-tuanzebe-22629005" target="_blank">Birmingham Mail</a>.The Manchester United man has been recalled from their Premier League rivals, and heads to Napoli instead on a new loan.

Tuanzebe set for Napoli move

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