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Paris Saint-Germain have not given up hope of keeping Kylian Mbappe.According to <a href="https://twitter.com/telefoot_TF1/status/1482034962987724805" target="_self">Telefoot</a>, the club has offered Mbappe a massive two-year deal in an effort to fight off interest from Real Madrid. Mbappe has no plans to make a decision until the end of the current season, when his current contract will expire.

PSG make Mbappe massive short-term offer (Telefoot)

The Ligue 1 side are making a last-ditch attempt to keep the striker

Valencia have confirmed the departure of Cristiano Piccini.The 29-year-old right-back has moved to Red Star Belgrade, signing a contract that runs for two and a half years.

Piccini leaves Valencia for Red Star

Barcelona are monitoring Palmeiras rising star Endrick, <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/barca-observa-endrick-directo-13102337" target="_blank">Sport</a> reports.The Catalan side sent a scout to watch the 15-year-old attacker in action this weekend, while Real Madrid and Manchester United are also said to be eyeing him.

Barca scout Endrick

Borussia Monchengladbach sporting director Max Eberl says the club have not received an offer for Matthias Ginter.The centre-back's contract expires at the end of the season and he has been dropped from the team because of his refusal to sign an extension.Eberl says there is a chance he could leave this month, but no formal bid has been made so far."He has a contract with us, we don't send any players away," he said to Sky. "Then we'll see what happens by January 31. To date, there hasn't been an offer for Matthias Ginter, that's speculation."

No offer for Ginter, says Eberl

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bundesliga transfer for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/USMNT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#USMNT</a> talent Justin <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Che?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Che</a>. The 18-year-old defender will join <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TSGHoffenheim?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TSGHoffenheim</a> on a 18-month loan with an option to buy. He is planned for the 1st team. <a href="https://twitter.com/SPORT1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SPORT1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/berger_pj?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@berger_pj</a>— Kerry Hau (@kerry_hau) <a href="https://twitter.com/kerry_hau/status/1482362397272809478?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Che to join Hoffenheim on loan from FC Dallas

Napoli are working on signing Nicolas Tagliafico from Ajax, <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2022/01/15/napoli-tagliafico-calciomercato-news" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Italy reports.The Serie A side are already in contact with Ajax but negotiations have been complicated.

Napoli in talks to sign Tagliafico

AC Milan have their eye on Bologna defender Arthur Theate, says <a href="https://www.hln.be/serie-a/krijgt-alexis-saelemaekers-belgisch-gezelschap-ac-milan-wint-inlichtingen-in-over-arthur-theate~adbddbfd/" target="_blank">Het Laatste Nieuws</a>.The centre-back has impressed in Serie A since making the move last summer and the Rossoneri have already reached out to Bologna to discuss a transfer.

AC Milan eye Theate

Everton are on the verge of sacking Rafael Benitez, according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/everton-manager-rafa-benitez-close-to-losing-job-after-dismal-run-of-form/MDdgPHaMTQJ7/" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>.The Toffees have won only one of their last 11 matches and the club are likely to relieve the coach of his duties before they take on Aston Villa next week.

Everton to sack Benitez

CSKA Moscow have made an offer for Lazio striker Vedat Muriqi, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/lazio-muriqi-verso-il-cska-tare-conferma-ricevuta-un-offerta-28086?intcmp=gazzanet-muriqi" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.Sporting director Igli Tare confirmed that there has been an approach for him, telling reporters: "We have received an offer from Russia, I can't say anything else."

CSKA Moscow make Muriqi offer

Barcelona could make a move for Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino, according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/klopp-liverpool-20-milions-fcbarcelona-xavi-hernandez_695850_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>.Liverpool are prepared to separate with the Brazil international for around €20 million and Barca are considering making an offer as they look to strengthen in attack.

Barca consider Firmino move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Lewis Baker has signed a permanent deal with Stoke City, bringing to an end his 17-year association with Chelsea. Wishing you all the best for the future, <a href="https://twitter.com/lew_baker?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lew_baker</a>. 🤝— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1482398084172820484?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Baker leaves Chelsea for Stoke

Inter are willing to sell midfielder Matias Vecino this month.<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-vecino-puo-partire-e-muriqi-puo-regalare-un-assist-86970" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports the Serie A side hope to get around €3 million for him instead of letting him go for free at the end of the season.Lazio are eager to sign him but they do not have the funds to buy him,

Inter open to selling Lazio target Vecino

According to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-southampton-make-move-to-sign-henderson-as-man-united-u-turn-on-the-cards/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>, Southampton have reached out to Manchester United in an effort to sign Dean Henderson.United have publicly insisted they want to keep the goalkeeper beyond this winter but may be forced into selling.Behind the scenes, Henderson has been pushing to leave, with Southampton identifying him as their potential new number one who can still improve and have re-sale value.

Southampton make Henderson enquiry

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">La prioridad de Sergio Rico es jugar con regularidad y por eso prioriza fichar por el Mallorca. En las últimas horas apareció el Aston Villa, que contactó con el PSG ofreciendo una cesión con opción de compra, pero el conjunto inglés ya tiene a Martínez como titular del proyecto.— Matteo Moretto (@MatteMoretto) <a href="https://twitter.com/MatteMoretto/status/1481646239204536324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Villa make contact with PSG for Rico

<a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/newcastle-planning-diego-carlos-talks-seville-derby" target="_blank">90 Min</a> report that Newcastle United will re-open talks with Sevilla early next week for Diego Carlos despite knowing it will be difficult to convince the Spanish club to sell.The Brazilian defender has two years left to his current contract and has been offered a renewal but the English side may prove too tempting.Newcastle are prepared to give Carlos over £100k-per-week, which would triple his current wages.

Newcastle prepare irresistible offer for Sevilla's Carlos

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🔴🔵 Il Genoa Cfc comunica che il tecnico Andriy <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Shevchenko?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Shevchenko</a> è stato sollevato dall’incarico. Il Club ringrazia l’allenatore e il suo staff per il lavoro svolto con impegno in questi mesi. 📝 <a href="https://t.co/QX2F8IVyYB">https://t.co/QX2F8IVyYB</a> <a href="https://t.co/qErO9kY8VC">pic.twitter.com/qErO9kY8VC</a>— Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/GenoaCFC/status/1482320224347164674?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Genoa part ways with Shevchenko

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nothing confirmed by club sources about Chelsea £33m bid for Frenkie de Jong rumour. Barcelona have not received any official or verbal proposal as things stand. 🔵🇳🇱 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> Chelsea are currently focused on fullback situation for January window.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1482327202326794246?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Romano clears up De Jong rumours

According to <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2022/01/15/gosens-atalanta-newcastle-calciomercato-news" target="_blank">Sky Italia</a>, Newcastle United are advancing in their bid to sign Atalanta star Robin Gosens as they look to add to their squad.The Premier League side are said to have already agreed on a three-and-a-half-year deal with the German winger worth €3.5m per season, triple what he earns in Italy.The only thing stopping the transfer from happening is Newcastle's desire to ensure Gosens can get over his recent injury before submitting a final offer to Atalanta.

Newcastle progress in Gosens bid

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Juventus had a verbal agreement for three months with Paulo Dybala to extend his contract. Bu the club has now decided to to take time and wait "few months/weeks before deciding on new contracts to be extended. ⚪️🇦🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Juve?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Juve</a> That's why Dybala's future is open. Nothing decided yet. <a href="https://t.co/UqeW9zVlVU">pic.twitter.com/UqeW9zVlVU</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1482298262623191041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Dybala's future is open at Juventus

According to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/klopp-demana-el-fitxatge-pero-prefereixen-vendre-l-al-reial-madrid-d-ancelotti-que-deixar-que-vagi-el_695403_102.html" target="_blank">EL Nacional</a>, Jurgen Klopp is a 'big fan' of Leeds United's Kalvin Phillips and is even preparing an offer of around €40m for him.However, despite Phillips being seduced by Anfield, Leeds don't want to sell to a Premier League rival and are more open to letting him go abroad.It's understood PSG and Bayern Munich have him on their agenda too but Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti is obsessed with the Englishman and could use him to replace the out-of-form Casemiro.

Leeds' Phillips wanted by Liverpool (El Nacional)

According to <a href="https://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/marcelo-bielsa-pleased-leeds-are-discussing-new-deal-with-best-player-raphinha-41242725.html" target="_blank">The Irish Independent</a>, Bielsa said: “I think it’s [contract extension] a great decision. Raphinha is the best player in the team in all the senses.“Physically he’s the best, technically he’s at the level of the best, his interpretation of the game is very good, very wise.“He’s in the group of such a powerful nation in Brazil, he shines in the Premier League and he has the attention of all the big clubs in the world.“All of those things are something you guys know as much as me, nothing that I’m saying is new. As a result the decision of the club can only be valued.”

Bielsa pleased with Raphinha contract negotiations

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Albion are pleased to announce that Antef Tsoungui has signed a contract extension until 2023.&nbsp;✍️ 🤝 <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/1482276379139837952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Brighton announce Tsoungui contract extension

According to <a href="https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/steven-gerrard-aston-villa-transfers-22762584" target="_blank">Birmingham Live</a>, Steven Gerrard said: "There might be opportunities again. It is steel and style we are looking for."Can we find that level of player who is going to improve the team, or do we need cover for injuries or suspension?"I like to have four centre backs and we only have three, so we are analysing that situation."

Gerrard hints at more Villa signings

<a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers-1/2021-2022/barcelona-defender-ronald-araujo-linked-to-real-madrid-free-transfer-in-2023-as-contract-talks-stall_sto8709922/story.shtml" target="_blank">Eurosport</a> report that Real Madrid are hoping to sign Barcelona's Ronald Araujo on a free transfer next year.The Los Blancos initially wanted the Uruguayan defender before he left Boston River but lost out to their fierce rivals.With Araujo's contract talks with Barcelona reportedly failing, Madrid are now aiming to swoop in this time next year to tie him down to a pre-contract.

Real Madrid look to poach Barcelona's Araujo

According to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/abramovich-discuteix-10-milions-fitxatge-joan-laporta-barca-chelsea_695622_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a>, Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is keen to take Frenkie de Jong off of Barcelona's hands, having even presented a €40m offer.However, it's understood the Liga side want negotiations to begin at €60m.The report then claims if De Jong's performances continue to decline that fee could drop to €50m, though Chelsea will have to fight off Bayern Munich for his signature.

Chelsea open talks for Barcelona's De Jong (El Nacional)

Barcelona are reportedly keen on Bayern Munich's Niklas Sule, as they look to get around their financial troubles by diving into the free-agent market.The German defender's contract ends in six months time and so is free to negotiate pre-contracts now, with the Spanish giants said to be interested according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/barcelona-join-race-for-bayern-munich-defender-niklas-sule" target="_blank">90 Min</a>.

Barcelona interested in Bayern's Sule

Erling Haaland has said Borussia Dortmund are strongly pressuring him to make a decision on his playing future.Speaking after he scored twice in Dortmund's 5-1 win against Freiburg on Friday, Haaland admitted he was unable to fully focus on football amid the pressure campaign from his club.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/haaland-dortmund-are-pressuring-me-to-make-decision-on/blt86d2c6a63595c3f0" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>

Haaland: Dortmund are pressuring me to decide future

Hours after being traded to LAFC, Kellyn Acosta has hit out at the Colorado Rapids.The USMNT midfielder expressed his frustration with his now-former club for not responding to overseas offers.<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This narrative is sad. CO pushed me out. They had an offer for me on the table from abroad and ongoing interests and opted to trade me…— Kellyn Acosta (@KellynAcosta) <a href="https://twitter.com/KellynAcosta/status/1482069406490320897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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USMNT's Acosta hits out at Rapids

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Portland Timbers are in advanced talks with Estudiantes midfielder and Argentine youth int'l David Ayala, source confirms. Not 100% done but close. Ayala, 19 y/o DM. Would be a U22 Initiative signing. Timbers planning on using both empty U22 Initiative spots: Moreno, Ayala, ??? <a href="https://t.co/x0zO1rlxJX">https://t.co/x0zO1rlxJX</a>— Tom Bogert (@tombogert) <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/1482056326062694400?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Timbers near deal for Argentinian youth international 

Real Salt Lake prodigy Axel Kei has become the youngest-ever MLS signing.Just 14 years old, Kei has surpassed Freddy Adu's record after previously featuring for the club's reserve team at just 13.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/real-salt-lake-prodigy-kei-14-breaks-adu-record-as-youngest/blt51c9e48d57e80b6e" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

RSL prodigy Kei, 14, breaks Adu record as youngest MLS signing

Antonio Conte refused to commit to seeing out his Tottenham contract just two and a half months after joining the club.Conte's deal runs until the end of next season, but the Italian coach refused to comment on his future with the team."Honestly I like to live in the present and not to think a lot of the future," he said. "Now it is important to live in the present, to try in the present to improve the situation and get out the best of my players."To work to improve the situation because the present is now, the future is later. Later could be too much later for us. We have to be focused on the present and work to try to improve the situation now. Then I will see. Now we have to be focused on the present and we have to work a lot to try to keep Tottenham in the right position."

Conte discusses Tottenham future

Lille are chasing Hatem Ben Arfa, reports <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-lille-pense-a-hatem-ben-arfa/1310533" target="_self">L'Equipe</a>. The club has already reached out to the midfielder, who is out of contract after leaving Bordeaux at the end of last season. He would replace Yusuf Yazici, who is set to join CSKA Moscow.

Lille near deal for Ben Arfa

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