Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli has confirmed that the national side are stepping up efforts to convince Tottenham Hotspur star Archie Gray and Everton midfielder Hayden Hackney to switch their international allegiance. Although both players were born in England and have featured for the Three Lions at youth level, they qualify for the Tartan Army through family heritage.
Real Madrid have set their sights on Vitao, the 18-year-old Atletico Mineiro defender, who is regarded as one of the most prominent rising talents in Brazilian football, amid anticipated competition from Premier League clubs.
Former Crystal Palace and Everton winger Yannick Bolasie has parted company with Chapecoense ahead of schedule following the Brazilian club's relegation to Serie B. The Congolese attacker's mutual exit on Thursday leaves his next career move up in the air just weeks before his deal was due to expire.
Jack Grealish has officially broken his silence following a period of exile at Everton, issuing a heartfelt apology to the club's supporters. The Manchester City loanee made his return to the pitch in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Derby County on Thursday.
Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison faces a slim chance of sealing a January return to former club Everton despite being frozen out under head coach Roberto De Zerbi. The Toffees are reluctant to revive their interest in the Brazilian this winter and are instead assessing a move for prolific Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Beljo.
PSV Eindhoven have opened high-level talks to sign veteran Napoli midfielder Kevin De Bruyne during the upcoming January transfer window. The reigning Eredivisie champions hope to lure the 35-year-old away from Italy six months before his contract expires despite rival links to Everton.
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