Man United table huge offer for Asensio
Manchester United have approached Macro Asensio with a massive offer to lure him away from Real Madrid, claims Don Balon .
Asensio is considered one of the hottest young talents at the Bernabeu, and his ability has not escaped the attention of Jose Mourinho.
Reportedly a big fan, Mourinho sees Asensio as the man to revive United’s fading fortunes and close the gap with Manchester City – although Madrid are reluctant to sell.
Arsenal agree Ancelotti deal
Carlo Ancelotti has agreed a four-year deal with Arsenal which will see him succeed Arsene Wenger in the summer, reports Corriere dello Sport.
The Gunners tied their long-serving French coach to a two-year contract in 2017, but have lost patience amid a lack of progress and are ready to move on.
Former Chelsea boss Ancelotti is the man they have turned to, with the Italian currently out of work after leaving Bayern Munich.
Wenger hopes Alexis stays at Arsenal
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is hoping Alexis Sanchez will remain with the club “for longer” despite links to a January move to Manchester City.
The 29-year-old has been heavily touted for a switch to City, who failed to conclude a deadline-day swoop for the star back in August.
But the transfer talk didn’t prevent Wenger from playing Alexis as a second-half substitute Wednesday against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup.
Tottenham open contract talks with Alli
Tottenham have opened talks with Dele Alli over a new contract amid links with Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, reports the Mirror .
Alli, 21, is alongside fellow Spur Harry Kane as one of the hottest prospects in world football.
And Spurs are keen to tie him down with a new deal worth an estimated £100,000-a-week to stave off suitors.
Juve consider Darmian bid
The Italians could lose Alex Sandro to Chelsea, while Stephan Lichtsteiner is also likely to leave at the end of the season.
That would leave Juve short of options out wide, and out-of-favour Darmian would add valuable depth in defence.
Man City hold Evans talks
Manchester City have held talks with ex-United defender Jonny Evans over a move to the Etihad Stadium, reports the Daily Mail .
Evans, 30, has 18 months remaining on his West Bromwich Albion contract and has also aroused interest from Arsenal this window.
He would be available for around £20 million, while City’s interest in Real Sociedad defender Inigo Martinez has cooled.
Wilson sent on loan to Sheffield Utd
Manchester United have confirmed that striker James Wilson is leaving the club on his third loan spell, this time at Championship side Sheffield United.
Barca name price for Inter target Deulofeu
Barcelona have told Inter they must pay between €18-20 million for Gerard Deulofeu, reports Sport
The winger has failed to impress since returning to Camp Nou, while the signing of Philippe Coutinho and Ousmane Dembele’s return threaten to leave him in the cold.
He is still highly considered in Serie A, however, and has emerged as a top target for Inter after starring for rivals Milan in 2017.
Wenger to keep Mavropanos at Arsenal
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that he will keep new signing Konstantinos Mavropanos at the club until the end of the season.
The £2million signing from Greek side PAS Giannina was expected to be sent out on loan this month in a bid to gain experience, with Werder Bremen in advanced talks over a move.
Arsenal hold Malcom talks as Alexis exit nears
Arsenal have held talks with Bordeaux forward Malcom as Alexis Sanchez nears an exit at the Emirates Stadium, reports the Mirror .
Alexis is now expected to leave Arsenal before the January transfer window slams shut, with Manchester City in pole position to sign the two-time Copa America winner.
And his place seems to have been earmarked for Malcom, who has won rave reviews this season for his performances in Ligue 1.
Hazard agrees Real Madrid move
Eden Hazard is ready to join Real Madrid after rejecting the chance to extend his contract at Chelsea, according to Radio Monte Carlo (via the Express ).
Hazard has reportedly already held talks with the Spanish giants, and is keen to seal a transfer that will take place over the summer.
Klopp helped Dortmund push up Dembele price
Jurgen Klopp’s refusal to sell Philippe Coutinho over the summer to Barcelona directly helped former club Dortmund with their own sale, according to Raphael Honigstein on the Totally Football Show .
The Liverpool boss reportedly informed Dortmund there was no way he would sell Coutinho, in turn aiding the Germans in their negotiations over Ousmane Dembele.
Wenger confirms Coquelin exit
Francis Coquelin is set to complete a transfer to Valencia, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger announced after the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
Barca complete €12.3m Mina deal
Yerry Mina will become Barcelona’s latest signing after the club agreed a €12.3 million deal with Palmeiras, according to Lance! .
The 23-year-old central defender arrives at Camp Nou to replace China-bound Javier Mascherano, after Barca activated a release clause previously agreed if they wished to sign Mina before the World Cup.
Donovan to make Leon move?
Landon Donovan could be set for a sensational move to Liga MX side Club Leon, according to a report by Fox Deportes .
The 35-year-old hasn’t played since the end of the 2016 MLS season, when he made a brief comeback from retirement to help the LA Galaxy with their stretch run.
Juve monitor Madrid’s Ceballos
Juventus are considering a summer bid for Real Madrid’s Dani Ceballos, according to Tuttosport .
Ceballos has struggled for first-team action at the Bernabeu since completing a move from Betis.
And Juve are reportedly interested in adding him to their ranks, as they closely monitor the fringe player’s development.
Chelsea to loan out Musonda
Chelsea’s Charly Musonda will have no shortage of offers after being made available for loan, reports the Telegraph .
A host of Premier League sides including Watford, Bournemouth, Newcastle and West Brom are interested in taking the 21-year-old prospect on a temporary deal.
Inter consider Schurrle move
Andre Schurrle has emerged as a transfer target for Serie A challengers Inter, according to Gazzetta dello Sport .
While Barcelona’s Rafinha heads the list for the Nerazzurri, the Dortmund man is also being considered should they fail in their bid for the midfielder.
