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The January transfer window is open and rumours are swirling around the Premier League and across Europe.
Philippe Coutinho is set to decide between five Premier League clubs battling for his signature as the Brazil star nears an exit from Barcelona and a return to the Premier League. The 29-year-old has struggled since making the move to the Camp Nou and is said to favour a return to England, where he spent five years at Liverpool. Aston Villa are said to be one of those sides involved in the race for the midfielder, according to the Mail, with Arsenal, Tottenham, Newcastle and Everton also linked.
Newcastle appear to be closing in on their first signing of the window after reportedly agreeing a fee with Atletico Madrid for England international right-back Kieran Trippier. The former Tottenham full-back, who joined the Spanish club in 2019, has been keen to move back to England ever since coming close to joining Manchester United last summer. The BBC report that Newcastle have had a bid of £12 million, plus add-ons, accepted for the 31-year-old in what would be club’s first signing under their new owners.
Elsewhere, Arsenal have reportedly made their first move for in-demand Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic, according to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport. They say the Gunners have made an opening offer of £58.5m for the 21-year-old, in a deal that would see midfielder Lucas Torreira join the Serie A club on a permanent basis. Arsenal will also listen to offers for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang during the window, according to Sky Sports, and it could be that Vlahovic replaces the former captain at the club this January.
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Inter Milan set to close André Onana free transfer
Inter Milan have informed Ajax they will sign goalkeeper André Onana in June on a free transfer.
A return to Barcelona has failed to materialise, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Cameroonian, 25, will now seek a fresh challenge in Milan with the Nerazzurri, who may lose Samir Handanovic, 37, this summer with his own deal set to expire.
Arsenal and Spurs join race to sign Dejan Kulusevski
Juventus could be willing to let Dejan Kulusevski go in the January window.
Arsenal, Tottenham and Bayern Munich are said to be the main contenders for the 21-year-old’s signature.
Reports in Italy suggest a bid in the region of £30m could be enough to get a deal for the Swedish international done.
Georginio Wijnaldum emerges as Newcastle target in January
Newly-minted Newcastle could well be one of the biggest spenders of the January transfer window.
One new recruit could be a familiar face with Georginio Wijnaldum a potential target, according to the Daily Star.
The Dutchman was signed by the Magpies back in 2015 before going on to enjoy a hugely-successful career with Liverpool.
He left Anfield in the summer but has struggled to nail down a consistent place in Mauricio Pochettino’s team since prompting talk of a move back to England.
Manchester United lead race for German wonderkid Florian Wirtz
Manchester United believe they have the upper hand in the race for German wonderkid Florian Wirtz.
The Daily Star report that United believe the appointment of Ralf Rangnick as interim boss could give them the inside track in the chase for one of the most-wanted young players in Europe.
The 18-year-old is enjoying a fine season for Bayer Leverkusen which has caught the eye of the likes of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Chelsea and Liverpool as well as United.
Leverkusen could look to cash in next summer and are said to be looking for upwards of £70million.
Harry Winks set for Tottenham stay
Harry Winks is set to stay at Tottenham after impressing Antonio Conte and fighting his way into the Italian’s plans.
Winks was considering his future a couple of months ago after being frozen out by former boss Nuno Espirito Santo, but Conte has reintegrated him into the squad.
"Winksy is playing well. And Winks has shown (himself) to be a reliable player. And for this reason, Winksy will stay here," Conte said.
"I find players that are reliable and then I can count on them. And Winksy showed me that I can count on him."
Manchester United offered swap deal involving Ousmane Dembele and Anthony Martial
Manchester United could be offered a swap deal from Barcelona involving Ousmane Dembele and Anthony Martial.
That’s according to Ara, who claim the French forwards could swap clubs with neither settled long-term.
Martial has also been linked with Sevilla and Juventus, while Dembele could depart after failing to advance contract talks and his current deal at the Nou Camp expiring this summer.
Lazio eye Callum Hudson-Odoi as former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri targets youngster
Ex-Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri could raid his former club for Callum Hudson-Odoi.
The winger has been in and out of the side under Thomas Tuchel and could look to move away in search of more regular football.
Sarri, now at Lazio in Serie A, is said to be keen on a reunion with the 21-year-old according to Tuttosport.
Arsenal target Brighton’s Tariq Lamptey to continue revamp under Mikel Arteta
Mikel Arteta could look to Brighton’s Tariq Lamptey as he continues to reshape Arsenal’s squad.
The 21-year-old former Chelsea man has impressed since leaving Stamford Bridge for the south coast and has apparently now caught the eye of Arteta.
The Gunners signed Takehiro Tomiyasu in that position in the summer but could be keen on more depth with Lamptey perhaps seen as a more attack-minded option on the right side of defence.
Arsenal did business with Brighton for England international Ben White in the summer.
Liverpool join race to sign Ajax starlet Ryan Gravenberch
Liverpool are the latest club to join the race for Ajax starlet Ryan Gravenberch.
That’s according to Spanish newspaper Marca.
The 19-year-old midfielder is one of most-wanted young players in Europe with the likes of Manchester United, Real Madrid and Barcelona all linked in recent times.
Ajax are keen to tie him down beyond his current contract that expires in 2023 but Liverpool are one of those hoping to convince him his future lies elsewhere.
Liverpool linked with move for AC Milan’s Franck Kessie
Liverpool have also been linked with AC Milan and Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie, who is out of contract at the San Siro club at the end of the season.
The 25-year-old midfielder has been a regular for Milan as the club have returned to the Champions League and topped the Serie A table this year.
Italian outlet Ansa reports that Liverpool have made a contract offer to Kessie ahead of the midfielder becoming a free agent next summer.
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