Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd & PSG tracking Milinkovic-Savic

Barcelona have agreed a €55 million (£47m/€62m) deal to sign Manchester City winger Ferran Torres, GOAL can confirm.The Spain international, who hasn't played for City since September due to a foot injury, is set to join Xavi's side in January, despite the Catalans' financial troubles.Indeed, Barca will now have to focus on offloading players from their first-team squad as they look to appease La Liga's financial fair play rules. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-50m-deal-man-city-winger-ferran-torres/bltf590fd3ad3646f26" target="_blank">Read more here! </a>

Barca agree €55m Ferran Torres deal

Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain are both tracking Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1473088910108639235" target="_self">Nicolo Schira</a>.The 26-year-old will likely seek a transfer next summer and his current employers will be open to any offers within the region of €70 million (£59m/$79m).It has been reported that Milinkovic-Savic has also fallen out with Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri, which could hasten his departure.

Man Utd & PSG tracking Milinkovic-Savic (Nicolo Schira)

Real Madrid are monitoring Liverpool centre-back Joe Gomez, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10332739/Real-Madrid-keeping-tabs-Liverpool-defender-Joe-Gomez.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.A move for the defender wouldn't come until the summer, as Real Madrid aren't desperate for reinforcements and Liverpool prefer to keep the player as depth through the rest of the campaign.Gomez has also been linked to Aston Villa, but the Daily Mail writes that the rumour has little merit.

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The Spanish giants are intrigued by Liverpool's reserve centre-back

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Atlético Mineiro mostró interés y pidió condiciones por Cristian Pavón. *️⃣Aún no hay oferta oficial y todo indica que, si no se da una venta ahora, en junio se irá libre. Info con <a href="https://twitter.com/Geves_Galo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Geves_Galo</a>— César Luis Merlo (@CLMerlo) <a href="https://twitter.com/CLMerlo/status/1473734924448538626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Atletico Mineiro make Pavon enquiry

Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard is considering a bid for his former Rangers charge Gavin Kamara, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/aston-villa/exclusive-steven-gerrard-puts-glen-kamara-top-january-shopping-list" target="_blank">TEAMTalk</a>.Kamara, 26, is seen as a fine replacement in the Villa ranks for the injured Marvelous Nakamba.

Gerrard to raid former club for Kamara

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Here-we-go confirmed. Jonathan Ikoné joins Fiorentina from Lille for €14m plus €1m add on and 15% future sale percentage. 🟣 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Fiorentina?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Fiorentina</a> More. Ikoné will undergo his medical tomorrow in Florence, then deal reported on day December 1 will be announced ⤵️🇫🇷 <a href="https://t.co/IHs7ZsQEYV">https://t.co/IHs7ZsQEYV</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1473713450627092487?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Ikone set for Fiorentina

West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Sam Johnstone has caught the attention of several Premier League clubs considering a January approach, claims <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/west-bromwich-albion/exclusive-sam-johnstone-transfer-battle-tottenham-newcastle-west-ham-rangers" target="_self">TEAMTalk</a>. Tottenham, Newcastle United and West Ham United are all linked with the England man, as are Scottish giants Rangers.

Four-way battle for West Brom's Johnstone

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Real Sociedad are progressing in talks to sign Rafinha from Paris Saint-Germain. It’s gonna be a 6 months loan deal, until June 2022. 🇧🇷🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RealSociedad?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RealSociedad</a> Negotiations ongoing to complete the agreement, there are still details to be sorted but club sources are ‘confident’. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PSG</a> <a href="https://t.co/mjXaqqy6Ps">pic.twitter.com/mjXaqqy6Ps</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1473694089908572169?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Real Sociedad close on PSG's Rafinha

Arsenal are willing to listen to offers for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/arsenal-engarsenal/story/4554696/arsenal-open-to-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-offers-sources" target="_blank">ESPN</a>. The Gabon striker lost the Gunners captaincy last week on disciplinary grounds and is now close to the exit at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal to listen to offers for Aubameyang

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A centerback addition to the backline with championship pedigree? Let's ride. Welcome to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NERevs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NERevs</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Omar4Gonzalez?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Omar4Gonzalez</a>! <a href="https://t.co/U8lOQqTkIw">pic.twitter.com/U8lOQqTkIw</a>— New England Revolution (@NERevolution) <a href="https://twitter.com/NERevolution/status/1473714988783128576?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Omar Gonzalez joins New England Revolution

English clubs are eyeing a transfer for U.S. men's national team defender Waler Zimmerman, according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/12/21/transfer-notebook-newcastle-leading-race-sign-spurs-centre-back/" target="_self">the Telegraph</a>.Zimmerman was an integral part of the USMNT setup in 2021, and was spotted by English scouts during clashes with Jamaica's Michail Antonio and Mexicos's Raul Jimenez.The 28-year-old defender is a player that is in the prime of his career, having shined for Nashville SC since making the move to the club from LAFC.

English clubs after USMNT defender

Paul Pogba is expected to stay at Manchester United despite uncertainty surrounding his future.According to <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/manchester-united-engman_utd/story/4554746/man-united-expect-paul-pogba-to-stay-in-january-amid-contract-uncertainty-sources" target="_self">ESPN</a>, Man Utd will only consider selling Pogba if he confirms he will not sign a new deal, with his current contract set to expire this summer.Pogba has not yet officially said he won't return and, as long as that's the case, Man Utd are fine with keeping hold of him in hopes of signing him to a long-term deal.

Pogba expected to stay at Man Utd

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">NEWS | Washington Spirit Sign Forward Ashley Hatch to New Extension— Washington Spirit (@WashSpirit) <a href="https://twitter.com/WashSpirit/status/1473692351868682243?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Hatch signs new deal with Spirit

GOAL's Manchester City correspondent <a href="https://twitter.com/jonnysmiffy" target="_blank">Jonathan Smith</a> gives his verdict on Ferran Torres' departure and why the offer was ultimately too good to turn down."Ferran Torres represented great value when he joined Manchester City in the summer of 2020 but he has struggled to force his way into Pep Guardiola's plans."Competing for a place as a winger with players such as Riyad Mahrez, Raheem Sterling and Bernardo Silva is not easy, although he has made his biggest impact as a central striker."While he has also excelled for Spain's national team, realistically City are still in the hunt for a more orthodox striker and reliable goal scorer, which they haven't had since Sergio Aguero left the club."A sizeable return on Torres is, therefore, too good to turn down and can help finance a big-money move elsewhere, with Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland a top target."

'Torres deal too good to turn down'

Tottenham want to bring in a right-sided wing-back and a forward, <a href="https://theathletic.com/3019842/2021/12/21/tottenham-transfer-mailbag-dele-and-doherty-futures-and-the-search-for-a-striker/?source=twitteruk" target="_blank">the Athletic</a> reports, but understand that it will be difficult in the January transfer window.Spurs will also be looking to selling next month, with the north Londoners keen to move on Dele Alli and potentially Matt Doherty.

Spurs want to sign two new players & open to Dele offers

Barcelona are set to welcome offers for Sergino Dest in the January transfer window - according to <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4554764/sergino-dest-future-barcelona-open-to-offers-for-usmnt-defender-in-january-sources" target="_self">ESPN</a>.The 21-year-old United States international is one of several first-team players that the club are ready to sell in order to raise funds for extra attacking reinforcements.Bayern Munich are thought to be leading the race for Dest, whose current contract. is not due to expire until 2025.

Barca to welcome offers for Dest

Aston Villa have received four offers for Brazilian striker Wesley - according to <a href="https://www.hln.be/club-brugge/wesley-op-weg-naar-uitgang-bij-club-braziliaanse-spits-in-verregaande-onderhandelingen-met-palmeiras~a6ca5ba0/?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goal.com%2F&amp;referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bbc.co.uk%2F" target="_self">HLN</a>.Palmeiras, Flamengo, Sao Paulo and Internacional have all made a move for the 25-year-old, who is currently on loan at Club Brugge.Wesley has already spoken to Palmeiras directly, with the club eager to finalise their own one-year loan deal for the forward.

Aston Villa recieve four offers for Wesley

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">There are no talks for Julian Álvarez to Manchester United as things stand. Monitoring talents is normal for top clubs - but there are no conversations open to sign him in January as of now. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> Man Utd ‘main’ focus for new signings is on summer and not on January. <a href="https://t.co/ou1WBiNc7R">https://t.co/ou1WBiNc7R</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1473613551969394693?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Man Utd not in talks to sign Alvarez 

The agent of Lille's Jonathan David has revealed that the striker will leave the club in 2022.David, who is under contract at Stade Pierre Mauroy until 2025, has been linked with Arsenal and West Ham.The 21-year-old's agent, Nick Mavromaras, has told <a href="https://ici.radio-canada.ca/sports/1846351/soccer-nick-mavromaras-jonathan-david-ligue-1-canada-chelsea-londres" target="_self">Radio Canada</a>: "For us, the goal is to finish the season in Lille, but it will be his last season there for several reasons. I think the Premier League is a good option for him. "I think that he likes Spain a lot also because he likes the feeling of the ball and the very technical players. These two leagues are a big priority for him, but nothing is excluded."

Arsenal & West Ham-linked David to leave Lille in 2022, says agent

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ralf has made a new addition to United's backroom team 👨‍🏫<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a>— Manchester United (@ManUtd) <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd/status/1473621863968428033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Man Utd confirm Sharp's arrival 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Dominique Heintz has signed for 1. FC Union Berlin from <a href="https://twitter.com/scfreiburg?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@scfreiburg</a>. 👉 <a href="https://t.co/MV9MpKw2ha">https://t.co/MV9MpKw2ha</a> <a href="https://t.co/0dwf58zV4U">pic.twitter.com/0dwf58zV4U</a>— 1. FC Union Berlin (English) (@fcunion_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/fcunion_en/status/1473590503912452097?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Union Berlin sign Heintz from Freiburg 

West Ham and Barcelona are vying for the signature of Real Sociedad winger Adnan Januzaj - according to <a href="https://todofichajes.com/west-ham-y-barcelona-a-la-cabeza-por-januzaj/" target="_self">Todofichajes</a>.Both clubs are interested in signing the 26-year-old as a free agent when his contract expires next summer.West Ham could have the edge given the presence of head coach David Moyes, who gave Januzaj a prominent role at Manchester United in the 2013-14 season.

West Ham & Barca vying for Januzaj 

Napoli have identified Everton star Lucas Digne as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a977123403428254457-naples-a-cible-deux-internationaux-francais-en-detresse" target="_self">Foot Mercato</a>.The 28-year-old is reportedly eager to leave Goodison Park in January and the Italian giants are looking to bolster their options at left-back.Digne is not the only man on Napoli's radar, though, as they also continue to monitor Paris Saint-Germain's Layvin Kurzawa.

Napoli target Everton's Digne 

Inter, Milan, Juventus and Roma are all chasing Sassuolo midfielder Davide Frattesi - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/frattesi-inarrestabile-sfida-inter-milan-juve-la-roma-ha-una-cla-42687" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The 22-year-old has impressed during his maiden Serie A campaign at the Mapei Stadium and could earn a big move in 2022.Frattesi began his career in Roma's academy, but it is understood that he is more likely to join Inter, Milan or Juve if he leaves Sassuolo.

Inter, Milan, Juve & Roma chasing Frattesi 

Manchester United are set to appoint Ewan Sharp as their new assistant coach, GOAL can confirm.Sharp will replace Kieran McKenna in the role following his move to Ipswich Town, reuniting with Ralf Rangnick in the process.United's interim boss previously worked with Sharp at New York Red Bulls and Lokomotiv Moscow.

Man Utd to appoint Sharp as new assistant coach

Newcastle want to sign Tottenham defender Joe Rodon on loan next month, according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/12/21/transfer-notebook-newcastle-leading-race-sign-spurs-centre-back/" target="_blank">The Telegraph.</a>Magpies manager Eddie Howe wants a stronger defence, and has funds to spend after Newcastle were taken over by a Saudi-led consortium.Wales international Rodon is on the fringes of the Spurs first team and could be available on a loan deal.

Newcastle 'target Rodon loan'

Edinson Cavani should join Barcelona after Cristiano Ronaldo stole his "spotlight" at Manchester United, claims Dimitar Berbatov.Berbatov told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.betfair.com/exchange/plus/en/football/english-premier-league-betting-10932509">Betfair</a>: “Despite a good season last time out, Cavani hasn’t played enough. When someone like Ronaldo comes into the club, he takes all the spotlight, he plays every game and in the world of football this happens.“If there’s a chance for Cavani to leave the club, if there is an offer from Barcelona, then of course he will be thinking about taking it to get more football, and if he will get more game time in La Liga then I will support him and say ‘go there and play, it sounds like a great deal, great money and you’re not 24 anymore.’"

Berbatov: Cavani should join Barca

Watford will move for out of favour Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac in January, according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/12/21/transfer-notebook-newcastle-leading-race-sign-spurs-centre-back/" target="_blank">The Telegraph.</a>Kolasinac, 28, spent last season on loan at Schalke and has barely featured for the Gunners this term, and is likely to be allowed to leave in January with his contract expiring in the summer.New Watford manager Claudio Ranieri is keen on defensive reinforcements and may move for the Bosnian, who can play centrally or at left back.

Watford 'keen on Kolasinac'

Borussia Dortmund are aiming to sign Brimingham City youngster Jobe Bellingham in order to help persuade his older brother Jude to remain at the club, claim <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/liverpool-news-talks-open-over-bellingham-double-deal-after-edwards-makes-move-sources/" target="_blank">Football Insider.</a>Dortmund are negotiating with Jude, 18, over a new contract amid Premier League interest and his superb form so far this season.Jude does have a contract until 2025 but Dortmund are reportedly keen to tie him to longer terms - and would bring his 16-year-old brother to Germany to help sweeten the deal.

Dortmund 'to sign Bellingham's brother to encourage him to stay'

Ralf Rangnick is set to bring Lokomotiv Moscow staff member Ewan Sharp with him to Manchester United as a coach and analyst, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11667/12501801/manchester-united-close-to-appointing-ewan-sharp-to-ralf-rangnicks-coaching-team" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a>Man Utd interim manager Rangnick worked with Sharp in Russia, and will bring him in to bolster his backroom team after the departures of Michael Carrick and Kieran McKenna.Sharp also worked with Rangnick's new assistant manager, Chris Armas, during his time in charge of MLS franchise Toronto FC.

Rangnick set to expand backroom staff

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ASRoma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ASRoma</a> are working to sign a new right fullback in January: in Giallorossi’s list as targets there are Bartosz <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bereszy%C5%84ski?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bereszyński</a> (Sampdoria), Marcus <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pedersen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pedersen</a> (Feyenoord), Rasmus <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kristensen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kristensen</a> (Salzburg) and Bouna <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sarr?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sarr</a> (Bayern Munich). <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1473465189160914946?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Roma examine full-back options

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta emphasised that he wants the club to re-sign Eddie Nketiah after his hat-trick on Tuesday against Sunderland."We are trying [to keep him]," Arteta said following the 5-1 win. "It’s not about anything else but minutes. He wants game time, he wants to be on that field and that is the only reason to say, 'Can I do it here?' That’s the question. We all want him to stay."

Arteta: We want to keep Nketiah

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">He’s ours, and he’s home. 💪 <a href="https://t.co/rzRvuVbHpQ">https://t.co/rzRvuVbHpQ</a>— Chattanooga FC (@ChattanoogaFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChattanoogaFC/status/1473263971763470340?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Rodriguez signs with CFC

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NashvilleSC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NashvilleSC</a> are in negotiations with free agent midfielder Sean Davis, sources confirm to <a href="https://twitter.com/BroadwayTN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BroadwayTN</a>. Davis had an in-person free agent visit with Nashville last week. <a href="https://twitter.com/samstejskal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@samstejskal</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/FelipeCar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FelipeCar</a> first to report Nashville’s interest. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EveryoneN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EveryoneN</a> <a href="https://t.co/V2SnIT7adc">https://t.co/V2SnIT7adc</a>— Ben Wright (@benwright) <a href="https://twitter.com/benwright/status/1473358068096323598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Nashville in Davis negotiations

Everton will try to sign Rangers right-back Nathan Patterson, says the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10333981/Everton-set-make-attempt-sign-Rangers-right-Nathan-Patterson.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.They will be required to pay at least £10 million for the player - double the £5 million offer they made over the summer.The Toffees have maintained their interest as manager Rafa Benitez seeks a long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman.

Everton to attempt Patterson move

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">NEWS: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SportingKC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SportingKC</a> sign free agent midfielder Uri Rosell. Details 👇— Sporting Kansas City (@SportingKC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SportingKC/status/1473345111610339329?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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