Manchester United have not had the busy January transfer window anticipated by many fans, but that may be about to change thanks to an exciting update regarding midfield target Amadou Haidara.
Reports in Germany suggest RB Leipzig would find it difficult to turn down an offer of £46million for the Mali international.
Although they may be getting closer to Haidara, United's chances of landing Julian Alvarez have suffered a blow. Rivals Manchester City have reportedly made two bids for the Argentine.
Arsenal are still pursuing deals for Dusan Vlahovic and Arthur Melo - but struggling - while Liverpool are looking to rejuvenate their attack with youthful signings.
Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele is on the way out of Camp Nou and Newcastle are one of the teams linked with the Frenchman.
Also featuring the latest on Tottenham, Chelsea and beyond, keep it right here for the latest transfer gossip and confirmed deals throughout Friday.
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Lingard encouraged to join Newcastle
Former Premier League striker Robert Earnshaw believes Jesse Lingard should push for a move to Newcastle.
The England international, 29, hasn't started a Premier League game for Manchester United in two years.
"If I was Jesse Lingard, I'd push the transfer through," Earnshaw told Sky Sports News. "He's at an age where you have to think - what have you done at Man Utd, where do you go next?
"He's got to go and push it, the clubs have got to go and make a deal, but the most important thing is what's next for him.
"The next stage is somewhere else - it's not at Man Utd. What Newcastle get is a top Premier League player and can add goals and an influence."
Costa still a free agent
Diego Costa is yet to agree a move to Brazilian outfit Corinthians, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
The former Chelsea striker, 33, is a free agent after leaving Atletico Mineiro and has been linked with Arsenal and Newcastle.
Man Utd give up on Haaland
Manchester United are out of the race to sign Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland, according to ESPN.
The striker, 21, is reportedly not interested in joining the Red Devils during a period of uncertainty.
United are currently without a permanent manager and are at risk of missing out on a Champions League spot.
Talks progressing over Traore deal
Talks between Tottenham and Wolves over the transfer of Adama Traore are progressing, according to Sky Sports News.
Spurs are wanting to sign the Wolves winger, 25, who has 18 months remaining on his existing deal.
Leeds open Raphinha talks
Leeds have opened contract talks with Raphinha, according to the Daily Star.
The West Yorkshire side are believed to be keen on keeping the Brazilian winger, 25, at Elland Road amid interest from Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Chelsea.
Raphinha's existing deal expires in two-and-a-half years, giving potential suitors the chance to snap him up in the summer.
Arsenal's Vlahovic hopes fading
Arsenal's hopes of landing Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic are fading, according to talkSPORT.
The Gunners have been linked with the 21-year-old throughout January but it's believed they will now focus on signing Everton ace Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 24.
Oscar in talks with Barcelona
Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar is currently in talks with Catalan giants Barcelona.
The 48-cap Brazil international, 30, is still on the books at Shanghai Port but is expected to leave the Chinese club in the near future.
"The talks with Barcelona have not ended, we have to talk about several things," Oscar told Brazilian journalist Marcelo Bechler via 90min.
"They now have a problem registering players, as happened with Dani Alves."
Rudiger sends Chelsea message
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has told Sky Sports his "family feel great in London" amid contract talks.
"Like always, I'm fully committed to the cause," said the 28-year-old, whose existing deal expires in June. "Talks are between my side and the club, and that's everything you need to know."
Rudiger added: "You have to think about your family. My kids were born here in London so that tells you that my family feel great here.
"The rest is up to other people to make decisions and then we will see if we come together or not."
West Ham want Tarkowski
West Ham are interested in signing Burnley defender James Tarkowski in the summer, according to 90min.
The 29-year-old's contract expires in June and will be available on a free transfer.
Chelsea snap up left-back
Chelsea are set to sign Derby County left-back Dylan Williams, according to The Sun.
The defender, 18, has made eight senior appearances for the cash-strapped Championship side this season.
Chelsea are reportedly still finalising the deal with Derby but it's expected to be completed soon.
Newcastle considering Leno move
Newcastle are interested in signing Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno, according to Sky Sports News.
The Germany international, 29, recently lost his No1 spot at the Emirates to Aaron Ramsdale and has 18 months remaining on his existing deal.
Traore compromise
Wolves and Tottenham could compromise on a transfer fee for winger Adama Traore, according to Sky Sports News.
The West Midlands side have rejected a £15million bid from Spurs for the 25-year-old, who has just 18 months remaining on his existing deal.
Wolves want £25m for the Spain international, although it's believed a £20m fee could be agreed.
Man City make Alvarez move
Manchester City have made two offers to sign River Plate striker Julian Alvarez, according to TyC Sports.
The Argentine, 21, is also a target for Manchester United.
Barcelona's Telles interest
Barcelona are considering making a summer move for Manchester United defender Alex Telles, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.
The Catalan giants' current left-back Jordi Alba, 32, is struggling to maintain his form and his manager Xavi wants to bring in some competition for the places.
Telles, 29, has made just 17 Premier League appearances since joining United from Porto in the summer of 2020.
Antonio Conte heaps praise on Lloris after Spurs renewal
Tottenham boss Antonio Conte has cited Hugo Lloris as one of the most "important goalkeepers in the world" after the Frenchman extended his stay at the club for another two years.
"It’s important our captain signed for two years. It means the club and the whole environment trust you," Conte explained.
"He is one of the most important keepers in the world. Captain of France and Tottenham."
David Moyes issues West Ham transfer update amid Lingard interest
The West Ham boss has openly discussed conversations with the club's owners over potential transfers as speculation linking the Hammers to Jesse Lingard continues.
"They’ve [the board] have said to me 'go and get what you need if you can, David', but like anything else, players are expensive in this window at the moment," he said.
"There’s also not a great pool of players available. In the positions we’re looking for, we’ve found it quite difficult to identify and get ones who we think could come in and make a difference in this window immediately.
"In the last January windows, we’ve been able to do that. This window’s felt a bit more difficult, but if things go right, I’m still hopeful that we’ll add a couple of players before the window closes."
Chelsea strike agreement with Derby County
Derby County have reprtedly reached an agreement with Chelsea over the transfer of left-back Dylan Williams.
The Blues are in advanced talks with the Rams over the switch as Thomas Tuchel looks to add cover in a position that has been hampered by injuries at Stamford Bridge.
First-choice Ben Chilwell is likely to be sidelined for the remainder of the season with injury while question marks remain over Marcos Alonso.
Newcastle enter the race for Dusan Vlahovic
Newly-rich Newcastle United are rumoured to be willing to pay whatever it takes to get Dusan Vlahovic to St James Park this season.
According to the Independent, the Magpies are more than ready to pay more than Arsenal to entice the 21-year-old Serbia international.
They will have to battle not only the Gunners, but Juventus as well who have already made their interest clear and are preparing a €70m bid.
Stoke complete Philogene-Bidace loan
Aston Villa youngster Jaden Philogene-Bidace has joined Stoke City on loan for the rest of the season.
The winger, 19, made one Premier League appearance for Villa this season. He also picked up two assists in the Carabao Cup.
Philogene-Bidace will hope to strengthen the Potters' bid for promotion from the Championship.
Lingard can decide Man Utd future
Ralf Rangnick says Jesse Lingard is in control of his own destiny during this month's transfer window.
Lingard, who is out of contract at the end of this season, is wanted on loan by Newcastle for the rest of the season.
United would prefer a permanent deal and are unlikely to sanction a loan deal for Lingard, given the uncertainty with regard to Covid and potential injuries leaving them short of personnel.
Lingard, 29, is understood to want to run his contract down and assess his options at the end of the season, when he will have his pick of several clubs interested in signing him, including West Ham and Tottenham.
Hazard's Chelsea return off the cards
Chelsea are reportedly "not an option" for Eden Hazard as he looks to stay at Real Madrid until the summer.
The Belgian winger has been linked with a return to the Premier League in the current window as his well-documented struggles at the Bernabeu continue.
But Marca are reporting that Thomas Tuchel's men are not one of the clubs who have offered Hazard an escape route as he looks set to remain with Madrid until at least the summer.
Kuyt on Suarez to Villa speculation
Anfield hero Dirk Kuyt "hopes" Luis Suarez and Steven Gerrard will reunite at Aston Villa.
Suarez, 34, has emerged as an unlikely target for Villa with less than six months remaining on his contract at Atletico Madrid.
And Kuyt, discussing his former Liverpool teammates, told talkSPORT: "I hope [he will return], but I’m not sure to be honest, I’m not sure.
"I think Luis had the opportunity after Barcelona to come back to the Premier League and he decided to stay in Spain, somehow maybe with the language he feels more comfortable.
"I know he loves Stevie as well, so probably he wants to work with him."
Leipzig may be forced to offload Man Utd target Haidara
RB Leipzig would struggle to reject a bid in the region of £46million for Amadou Haidara, according to Sky Sport Germany.
Haidara, 23, is said to be a key midfield target for Ralf Rangnick, who knows the player well from their time together at Leipzig.
Newcastle are also among the Premier League clubs linked with Mali interantional.
Kane's transfer warning
Arthur keen on Arsenal transfer
Arthur Melo is reportedly keen to move to the Emirates in a welcome boost for Arsenal as they look to strike a deal for the Juventus midfielder.
The Gunners opened talks over a loan for Arthur, 25, last week but negotiations between the two clubs have been more drawn-out than expected.
Juve are demanding Arsenal include an obligation to buy the Brazil international as part of any agreement, with manager Massimiliano Allegri ready to part ways with the player.
Dortmund set for Dembele windfall
Borussia Dortmund will demand €5million (£4.2m) from Barcelona if the Catalan giants sell Ousmane Dembele this month, according to German outlet Sport1.
Dembele, 24, seems destined to leave Camp Nou after Xavi and club chiefs told him he would be sold in January having failed to sign a new contract.
That could be welcome news for Dortmund, who will demand a sizeable instalment in this scenario.
Dembele left the Bundesliga giants for an initial £105million in 2017 and the deal included numerous add-ons worth roughly £30million.
Martinez extends Villa deal
Emiliano Martinez has signed a new Aston Villa contract until 2027.
The goalkeeper, 29, has been a standout performer for the Midlands club since joining from Arsenal for an initial £17million in September 2020.
And he has been rewarded with a new long-term deal which will keep him at Villa Park throughout his prime years.
Brentford "always in market" amid Eriksen link
Thomas Frank claims he is happy with his Brentford squad but left the door open to new arrivals amid the club's link with Christian Eriksen.
The Bees offered Eriksen a six-month contract earlier this week as the Danish playmaker looks to make a stunning return to action.
"I think we have a strong enough squad to compete in the Premier League," Frank said.
"I do think a player or two would bring extra energy to the squad but I don't think it's essential. But we are always in the market and if a player comes up we will do it.
"I think it can be more difficult [in January] depending on where players are coming from."
Gerrard's transfer warning
Steven Gerrard has told his Aston Villa players to rise to the challenge if new signings are brought in to compete for their spots in the starting XI.
"The players have to accept that I’m going to try to improve this club in every single department, so if someone arrives in your position, you’re going have to accept it and fight for game time," the Villa boss said.
"The best players play at the end of the day."