Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal table €70m bid for Vlahovic

Flamengo frontman Gabigol is, according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/gabigol-open-to-newcastle-transfer-despite-relegation-threat " target="_blank">90min</a>, open to the idea of linking up with Newcastle.The Brazilian striker is eager to test himself in the Premier League and is not overly concerned by the threat of relegation that continues to hang over St James’ Park.

Gabigol open to Newcastle move (90min)

Ousmane Dembele continues to head towards free agency at Barcelona, with <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20220103/1001732628/psg-insiste-fichar-dembele-avanzo-md.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> claiming that Paris Saint-Germain are in constant contact with his representatives.The World Cup-winning forward could head back to his native France despite attracting admiring glances from heavyweight sides in the Premier League.

PSG very keen on signing Dembele (Mundo Deportivo)

Donny van de Beek has been assured by Ralf Rangnick that he will get opportunities at Manchester United, but <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4561878/man-uniteds-donny-van-de-beek-assessing-january-options-despite-ralf-rangnick-assurances-sources " target="_blank">ESPN</a> reports that the Dutch midfielder is still mulling over his options.With another window open, and with a World Cup to think about at the end of the year, the Netherlands international is weighing up whether or not to push for a move away from Old Trafford in January.

Van de Beek mulling over Man Utd exit options (ESPN)

Barcelona and Bayern Munich are both eyeing a move for Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita - according to <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/klopp-no-ho-vol-al-liverpool-i-el-barca-de-xavi-hernandez-es-el-mes-ben-col-locat-per-emportar-se-l_690191_102.html" target="_self">El Nacional</a>.Roma and Milan have also been linked with the 26-year-old, but Barca are thought to be in pole position to secure his signature at this stage.Keita is open to a move away from Anfield amid a lack of regular minutes, despite still having 18 months left to run on his contract.

Barcelona and Bayern eyeing Keita (El Nacional)

Sergino Dest is eager to remain on Barcelona’s books despite attracting interest from afar, claims <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/dest-contempla-salir-pesar-interes-13055606 " target="_blank">Sport</a>.The USMNT star has been linked with Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid, while Premier League heavyweights Chelsea are also said to be keen, but the highly-rated full-back is happy at Camp Nou.

Dest favours Barca stay despite Chelsea interest (Sport)

Arsenal have, according to <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Fiorentina/04-01-2022/vlahovic-spunta-arsenal-offerta-70-milioni-prenderlo-subito-430748019340_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FSerie-A%2FFiorentina%2F04-01-2022%2Fvlahovic-spunta-arsenal-offerta-70-milioni-prenderlo-subito-430748019340.shtml " target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>, put an offer on the table for Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic that is worth €70 million (£59m/$79m).The Gunners are determined to win the race for a much sought-after talent and are prepared to pay €55m (£46m/$62m) for the Serb, while also allowing Lucas Torreira to make his loan stint in Florence permanent.

Arsenal table €70m bid for Vlahovic (Gazzetta dello Sport)

The <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10365935/Arsenal-urged-Europes-elite-clubs-sign-Pierre-Emerick-Aubameyang.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a> reports that Arsenal have made a number of European rivals aware that they are open to offers to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the winter window.A Gabon international striker has been frozen out of the Gunners fold of late following a breach of club discipline and could be moved on if a suitable offer is tabled.

Arsenal make Aubameyang available to rivals (Daily Mail)

Lille are demanding €60 million for Newcastle target Sven Botman, <a href="https://www.skysports.com/" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a> reports.The defender is the Magpies’ top target for the January transfer window but the French side are not letting him go cheap.

Lille want €60m for Newcastle target Botman (Sky Sports)

Magpies determined to land defender in January

Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich and Juventus have all started contract talks with Antonio Rudiger, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12508364/antonio-rudiger-real-madrid-psg-bayern-munich-and-juventus-open-talks-with-chelsea-defender" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.The Chelsea defender can negotiate with other teams before he is free to leave the Stamford Bridge side when his contract runs out at the end of the season.The European giants have all been chasing the Germany international in recent months and are making their move to lure him away from the Premier League.

Rudiger in talks with Real Madrid, PSG & Bayern Munich (Sky Sports)

Chelsea defender is free to negotiate with other teams before contract expires

D.C. United have completed the signing of Brendan Hines-Ike on a permanent transfer from K.V. Kortrijk, <a href="https://www.dcunited.com/news/d-c-united-sign-defender-brendan-hines-ike-on-a-permanent-transfer-from-k-v-kort" target="_self">the club confirmed</a>.Hikes-Ike spent last season on loan with D.C., making 13 appearances for the club.“Brendan settled into MLS quickly after signing on loan with us last year and we believe he will be instrumental to our success in Head Coach Hernan Losada’s system moving forward,” Dave Kasper, D.C. United President of Soccer Operations, said. “He’s an intuitive defender who reads the game well and can lead our attack out of the back with his range of passing. We’re looking forward to his contributions to the club in 2022 and beyond.”

D.C. sign Hines-Ike after loan spell

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sources tell ESPN that former <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NERevs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NERevs</a> midfielder Scott Caldwell is set to join <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RSL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RSL</a>. Just awaiting league approval on paperwork. Same is true for Justin Meram to stay with RSL. (That last bit first reported by <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tombogert</a>).— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) <a href="https://twitter.com/JeffreyCarlisle/status/1478401489412386817?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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RSL set to sign Caldwell

Chelsea are planning a move for Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, GOAL can confirm.The Blues face a busy January due to their injury crisis in defence, but the Monaco star has emerged as one target.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/chelsea-s-january-transfer-situation-reviewed-as-blues-plot/blt97098dc379236916" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Chelsea plot summer move for Monaco's Tchouameni

FC Cincinnati have signed forward Dominique Badji, <a href="https://www.fccincinnati.com/news/fc-cincinnati-sign-forward-dominique-badji" target="_self">the club confirmed</a>.Badji spend 2021 with the Colorado Rapids, scoring five goals for the club.Since his MLS debut in 2015, Badji has made 153 regular season MLS appearances, scoring 38 total goals.

FC Cincinnati sign Badji

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Signed. Sealed. Delivered. ✅ Hassane Kamara is a Hornet! 🇨🇮🐝 <a href="https://t.co/tujW67yYbc">pic.twitter.com/tujW67yYbc</a>— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/WatfordFC/status/1478418448543895553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Kamara joins Watford

U.S. men's national team star James Sands is close to signing with Rangers, reports <a href="https://theathletic.com/live-blogs/transfer-news-live-updates-manchester-united-latest-chelsea-liverpool-arsenal-tottenham-news/7f5GMgRH2H7e/" target="_self">the Athletic</a>.Sands will join on an 18-month loan with an option to buy, with Rangers beating several German clubs also in the running to sign him. Sands can play in central defence or in midfield and helped lead NYCFC to an MLS Cup triumph this past MLS season.

USMNT star set to sign with Rangers

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We can confirm that Morgan Boyes has completed a permanent transfer to <a href="https://twitter.com/LiviFCOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LiviFCOfficial</a>. Everyone at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFC</a> wishes Morgan good luck for his future career 🙌— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1478411398745047054?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Boyes departs Liverpool

Sevilla have joined the race to sign Juventus midfielder Dejan Kulusevski - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/il-siviglia-piomba-su-kulusevski-la-risposta-della-juve-87552" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Arsenal and Tottenham have also been credited with an interest in the 21-year-old, whose agent is trying to manufacture a January transfer.Sevilla want to bring in Kulusevski on loan, but Juve are only willing to consider a permanent sale of €35 million (£29m/$40m).

Sevilla join race for Arsenal & Spurs-linked Kulusevski

Atletico Madrid's Keiran Trippier is set to complete his move to Newcastle on Wednesday - according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2022/01/04/primera/1641301415_841142.html" target="_self">AS</a>.The England international is awaiting the final agreement between the two clubs before travelling back to his homeland for a medical at St James' Park.Atletico have been trying to convince Trippier to stay for the past two weeks, but he has decided to return to the Premier League for family reasons.

Trippier to complete Newcastle move on Wednesday

Brighton and Crystal Palace are chasing the signature of Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17218709/arsenal-eddie-nketiah-brighton-palace/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.Both clubs want to sign the 22-year-old in the winter window, which is the last chance for the Gunners to cash in as he approaches the end of his contract.Bayer Leverkusen are also interested in Nketiah, who is open to a move in search of more regular minutes.

Brighton & Palace chasing Arsenal's Nketiah 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Our second January arrival ✍️ Welcome, Nathan! 🔵 <a href="https://t.co/lKflKD4EQJ">pic.twitter.com/lKflKD4EQJ</a>— Everton (@Everton) <a href="https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1478380686637678594?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Everton sign Patterson from Rangers 

Tottenham are open to selling Wales international defender Joe Rodon for £20 million ($27m), claims <a href="https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/newcastle-united-transfers-kieran-trippier-likely-ousmane-dembele-not-all-of-the-magpies-january-plans/ " target="_blank">CBS Sports</a>.Newcastle are among those to have been linked with the 24-year-old as a January transfer is speculated on.

Spurs willing to sell Rodon for £20m

Samuel Umtiti has rejected the opportunity to link up with Turkish outfit Fenerbahce, reports <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/samuel-umtiti-has-no-intention-of-going-to-turkey-13055415 " target="_blank">Sport</a>.The France international defender is said to be frustrating his bosses at Barcelona are snubbing advances from five different clubs.

Umtiti rejects move to Fenerbahce

<a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-wolves-submit-bid-for-tottenham-star-doherty-as-talks-held-today/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a> claims that Wolves have submitted a bid to re-sign Matt Doherty from Tottenham.The Irish right-back left Molineux for north London in 2020 but has struggled to make the desired impact with Spurs and could soon retrace his steps to the West Midlands.

Wolves submit bid to re-sign Doherty from Spurs (Football Insider)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Official: Welcome, Bryce Duke ✍🏼<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/InterMiamiCF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#InterMiamiCF</a> has acquired 20-year-old midfielder Bryce Duke from LAFC and signed him as a Homegrown Player. Read all the details on our newest player 👇<a href="https://t.co/i5GoCjBXQN">https://t.co/i5GoCjBXQN</a>— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) <a href="https://twitter.com/InterMiamiCF/status/1478367008207126534?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New arrival at Inter Miami

Roma have set Arsenal a 72-hour deadline in which to respond to their offer for Ainsley Maitland-Niles, claims <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2022/01/04/maitland-niles-roma-calciomercato-news " target="_blank">Sky Sport Italia</a>.The Serie A outfit are looking to take an England international off the Gunners’ hands in an initial loan agreement that includes an option to buy.

Roma set deadline for Maitland-Niles decision

Burnley are plotting a raid on Premier League rivals Everton for Mason Holgate, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-burnley-plot-raid-for-holgate-after-everton-stance-revealed/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Clarets want to get bodies on board in their bid to steer clear of relegation danger this season, with a versatile operator at Goodison Park now in their sights.

Burnley plot bid for Everton star Holgate

<a href="https://twitter.com/SkySports_Tim/status/1478320325989482498 " target="_blank">Sky Sports </a>reports that Leeds are closing in on the signing of Espanyol striker Mateo Joseph Fernandez.The highly-rated teenager is said to be in England and undergoing a medical at Elland Road.

Leeds looking to land another striker

Real Madrid are readying a €40 million (£33m/$45m) offer for in-demand Ajax midfielder Ryan Gravenberch, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1477765299088809987 " target="_blank">Rudy Galetti</a>.The talented 19-year-old has attracted interest from across Europe, with Spanish heavyweights eager to ensure that they win the race for his signature.

Real Madrid ready to offer €40m for Gravenberch

Toronto FC have, GOAL can confirm, agreed a deal with Lorenzo Insigne that will see the Euro 2020 winner link up with them when his contract at Napoli comes to a close.The Italy international is set to sign a five-year contract in Canada as he prepares to spread his wings outside of Europe.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/insigne-agrees-11m-a-year-contract-mls-toronto-fc-napoli/bltafe687f5071518eb " target="_blank">Check out the full story here.</a>

Toronto FC agree deal to take Insigne to MLS

Milan are in talks to sign Lille midfielder Renato Sanches - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-asse-rovente-con-il-lille-contatti-serrati-per-renato-sanc-82780" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 24-year-old has also been linked with a move to the Premier League, but San Siro is his first choice next destination.Sanches could be brought in as a potential replacement for Franck Kessie, whose current contract at Milan expires in the summer.

Milan in talks to sign Sanches from Lille

Fiorentina are set to trigger the release clause in Lucas Torreira's contract at Arsenal - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/fiorentina-incontro-con-l-arsenal-a-fine-gennaio-ma-l-argomento--44954" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 25-year-old joined La Viola on loan in the summer and they are now ready to pay £13 million ($18m) to bring him onto their books permanently.Torreira, who spent the 2020-21 campaign on loan at Atletico Madrid, has not played for Arsenal in almost two years.

Fiorentina to trigger Torreira release clause

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Happy 2026! 😜 We’re delighted to announce that Ángel Correa has signed a contract extension with our club 🤩 <a href="https://t.co/Nduq9MJY7O">pic.twitter.com/Nduq9MJY7O</a>— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/atletienglish/status/1478298171633774593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Correa pens fresh terms with Atletico

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Succes bij <a href="https://twitter.com/PECZwolle?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PECZwolle</a> komende maanden, Max! 👊— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) <a href="https://twitter.com/AFCAjax/status/1478285412787494913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ajax tie De Waal to new contract & loan striker to Zwolle

According to <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/calcio-mercato/juventus/2022/01/04-88493490/allegri_voleva_suarez_il_no_alla_juve_e_il_retroscena_su_morata " target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>, Luis Suarez has turned down the chance to replace Alvaro Morata at Juventus.The experienced Uruguayan, who has been linked with the Bianconeri in the past, is currently on the books at Atletico Madrid – the Liga club looking to do a deal with domestic rivals Barcelona for Morata.

Suarez snubs Juve switch

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tony Gallacher has today completed a permanent transfer to <a href="https://twitter.com/StJohnstone?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StJohnstone</a>. Everyone at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFC</a> wishes Tony the best of luck at St. Johnstone and in his future career 🙌— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1478313124344258562?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Liverpool sanction permanent transfer

Newcastle’s hunt for another striker has led them towards Rangers star Alfredo Morelos, claims <a href="https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/ricardo-pepi-transfer-usmnt-and-fc-dallas-striker-completes-bundesliga-move-to-relegation-threatened-augsburg/ " target="_blank">CBS Sports</a>.Everton and Leicester are also said to be keen on the fiery Colombian frontman, who has been a regular source of goals throughout his time at Ibrox.

Newcastle keen on Rangers star Morelos

A number of Premier League clubs have shown interest in former Tottenham star Christian Eriksen following his release by Inter, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10365743/Christian-Eriksen-return-group-training-MONTH-Premier-League-sides-interested.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.The Danish playmaker, who suffered cardiac arrest at Euro 2020, is expected to link up with a top-flight club in January as he prepares to make an emotional return to competitive football.

Premier League interest shown in Eriksen

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Inter have officially communicated to Ajax their decision to sign André Onana in June as free agent. Barça return not an option - he’s 100% joining Inter. Deal verbally agreed since July. 🇨🇲🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Inter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Inter</a> Onana will sign his contract as new Inter player. Here we go confirmed. ⤵️🏁 <a href="https://t.co/rSozncFTJv">https://t.co/rSozncFTJv</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1478299532639227905?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Onana off to Inter

Real Madrid and Chelsea are set to battle it out for Turkey international defender Merih Demiral, claims <a href="https://www.fanatik.com.tr/real-madridden-merih-demiral-bombasi-sezon-sonu-2259143 " target="_blank">Fanatik</a>.The 23-year-old is currently on loan at Atalanta from Juventus, but a permanent transfer is expected to be put in place this summer.

Real & Chelsea to battle it out for Demiral

West Ham have no plans to move for Flamengo striker Gabigol or Wolves winger Adama Traore, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10365907/West-Ham-boss-David-Moyes-rules-moves-Gabriel-Barbosa-Wolves-winger-Adama-Traore.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.David Moyes is in the market for another forward, along with a left-back and centre-half, but alternative targets are being lined up by the Hammers.

West Ham don’t want Gabigol or Traore

Man Utd sanction Mengi loan

Juventus are reluctant to release Alvaro Morata from a season-long loan spell in Turin, <a href="https://www.goal.com/it/notizie/la-juve-blocca-morata-senza-sostituto-nessuna-partenza-dello/blt8a4cd69df3b85b97 " target="_blank">GOAL can confirm</a>.The Spain international striker has agreed to head back to his homeland at Barcelona, with Atletico Madrid open to doing business, but Massimiliano Allegri has told the forward he is going nowhere unless a suitable replacement can be found.

Juve reluctant to let Morata leave for Barcelona

Newcastle are closing in on a potential deal for Zenit St Petersburg striker Sardar Azmoun - according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10366065/Newcastle-United-seek-hijack-Lyon-Zenit-St-Petersburg-striker-Sardar-Azmoun.html" target="_self">The Daily Mail</a>.The 27-year-old has entered the final six months of his contract and held talks with Lyon, but the French club are only willing to pay £3 million to sign him this month.Newcastle could now hijack the move after making their own enquiries for Azmoun, who has been targeted to provide cover for the injured Callum Wilson.

Newcastle close in on Zenit striker Azmoun

Manchester United defender Ethan Laird is set to undergo a medical at Bournemouth - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-bournemouth-man-united-rising-star-after-breakthrough/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>.The 20-year-old played on loan at Swansea in the first half of the season but will see out the rest of the 2021-22 campaign at the Vitality Stadium.Bournemouth and United have already reached an agreement for Laird's loan, with an announcement expected later this week.

Man Utd's Laird booked in for Bournemouth medical

Atletico Madrid are leading the race to sign Barcelona full-back Sergino Dest - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/elchiringuitotv/status/1478061390179061770?s=20" target="_self">El Chiringuito</a>.The 21-year-old United States international has been linked with a number of other top clubs, including Chelsea, and his agent is pushing for a January transfer.Atletico are poised to swoop for Dest as they seek a replacement for Kieran Trippier, who is closing in on a move to Newcastle.

Atletico leading race for Barca's Dest 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">💙✍️ O Cruzeiro anuncia Paulo Pezzolano como seu novo treinador! O disputado profissional uruguaio chega ao clube juntamente com o auxiliar-técnico Martín Varini, o preparador físico Gonzalo Álvarez e o analista de desempenho Matias Filippini.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FechadoComOCruzeiro?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FechadoComOCruzeiro</a> <a href="https://t.co/qORTMXXKOW">pic.twitter.com/qORTMXXKOW</a>— Cruzeiro 🦊 (@Cruzeiro) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cruzeiro/status/1478145696876441603?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Pezzolano named new Cruzeiro boss 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Brazilian defender Samir joins Watford from Pozzo family club Udinese. Player was already at Watford training ground today in order to complete the agreement and sign deal. Still nothing decided on Kabasele 🟡🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WatfordFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WatfordFC</a> Work in progress also for Hassane Kamara from OGC Nice.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1478138783694524421?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Watford set to complete Samir signing

Genoa have reached an agreement to sign Krzysztof Piatek from Hertha Berlin.<a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/genoa-piatek-calciomercato-news-3-gennaio-2022 " target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> reports the Serie A side will land the striker on loan and pay €17 million to sign him on a permanent deal.Piatek spent half a season with Genoa, scoring 19 goals in 21 matches before leaving for AC Milan in January 2019.

Piatek to return to Genoa

Lazio are hopeful of convincing Luiz Felipe to sign a contract extension but must be wary of Inter’s interest in the defender.The 24-year-old, who has been with Lazio since 2016, can leave the club for free when his contract expires at the end of the season.Talks over a new deal have been going on for some time without an agreement, but <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/l-inter-pensa-a-luiz-felipe-fiducia-lazio-per-il-rinnovo-ma-atte-29756?intcmp=gazzanet-luiz-felipe " target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports the club are optimistic a deal will go through.But they cannot rule out the possibility of a repeat of the case of Stefan de Vrij, who let his contract at Lazio expire before joining the San Siro outfit.

Lazio hopeful of Luiz Felipe extension but Inter still lurking

Philippe Coutinho has told Barcelona that he wants to leave the club this month, <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/coutinho-da-ok-salir-barca-13055778 " target="_blank">Sport</a> claims.Barca expected to keep hold of the Brazil international just a few weeks ago, but the situation has changed as he would rather be sold in January.Coutinho hopes to make a return to the Premier League and an initial loan move until the end of the season is the most likely outcome.

Coutinho tells Barca he wants to leave and favours Premier League return

Bayern Munich have been negotiating with Leeds winger Raphinha.Reports in Brazil claim the 25-year-old is set to make a €50 million move to the Bundesliga side, but <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/fc-bayern-transfers-raphinha-von-leeds-united-zum-fcb-der-stand/12508488/34089" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Germany says that although talks are ongoing, they are far from reaching an agreement.Bayern have made signing Kingsley Coman to a new contract their top priority, but should the France international leave, Raphinha is the man they will turn to.

Bayern in talks to sign Leeds star Raphinha

Liverpool have prepared a January bid for Villarreal star Arnaut Danjuma, says <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/fichajes-liverpool-oferta-millonaria-preparan-danjuma-20220103.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The Netherlands international has impressed in La Liga this season and the Premier League side hope to convince the Yellow Submarine to let him go with an offer of €45 million.

Liverpool ready €45m Danjuma bid

Arsenal have reached out to several top teams in Europe to urge them to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10365935/Arsenal-urged-Europes-elite-clubs-sign-Pierre-Emerick-Aubameyang.html " target="_blank">The Daily Mail</a> reports.The Premier League side hope to offload the Gabon international this month after he was dropped from the team and stripped of the captaincy.

Arsenal urge clubs to sign Aubameyang

Atletico Madrid will move for Cesar Azpilicueta to replace Kieran Trippier if the full-back leaves Spain in the January transfer window.Trippier is said to want to leave Madrid this month, with Newcastle said to be trying to sign him.<a href="https://as.com/futbol/2022/01/03/primera/1641244544_150289.html " target="_blank">AS</a> reports that Azpiliceuta is Diego Simeone’s favourite option to take Trippier’s place and the club hope they can talk Chelsea into selling him before they lose him for free in the summer.

Simeone wants Azpilicueta to replace Trippier at Atletico Madrid

West Ham are not giving up on signing Jesse Lingard from Manchester United in January.<a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1544166/West-Ham-preparing-transfer-bid-for-Man-Utd-outcast-Jesse-Lingard" target="_blank">Express</a> reports the Hammers are ready to put forward another bid to land the England international, who has hardly featured for United this season.

West Ham to make another Lingard bid

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