Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Friday, November 20.
Friday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Bruno Fernandes admits disappointment at failed Tottenham Hotspur move
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Bruno Fernandes has admitted that he was "sad" his proposed move to Tottenham Hotspur fell through last year, but says it proved a blessing in disguise as he got to join Manchester United instead.
The Portugal international agreed personal terms with Tottenham in the 2019 summer transfer window, only for the North London outfit to pull the plug on a deal as they could not agree a fee with Sporting Lisbon.
United belatedly handed over £68m to sign Fernandes from the Primeira Liga side five months later, however, and he has gone on to be a huge success at Old Trafford.
Opening up on the failed move to Spurs, Fernandes told the official Manchester United podcast: "I was close to Tottenham. In the summer I was closer to Tottenham than Manchester.
"Sporting thought at that moment the proposal was not good enough, they thought they deserved more for a player like me. They wanted more money. I was not mad, I was sad.
"I thought dream of coming to the Premier League was not happening. At the time, the dream to come to the Premier League, to a club like Tottenham was an amazing proposal.
"But everything has a purpose. Maybe at that time, I didn't go to Tottenham because something special was coming. Waiting worked better because I got to put two dreams together – to play in the Premier League and for Manchester United."
Fernandes has had a hand in 15 Premier League goals in his 10 away matches since joining - 10 goals and five assists - which is the most goal involvements a player has had in their first 10 games on the road in the competition.
Report: Barcelona priced out of January move for Eric Garcia
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Barcelona have reportedly accepted that they have little chance of signing Eric Garcia in January after being priced out of a move for the Manchester City centre-back.
Garcia is one of a few confirmed targets for Barca boss Ronald Koeman ahead of the winter transfer window, along with Georginio Wijnaldum and Memphis Depay.
The 19-year-old, who emerged through the Catalan giants' academy ranks, is into the final year of his City contract and does not appear as though he will agree fresh terms.
Despite Garcia's contract situation, however, Marca claims that the Citizens are still after €20m (£17.9m) from Barca - half up front and the other half in add-ons.
Barcelona are unwilling to pay that amount for a player who will become a free agent next summer, though they risk being beaten to his signature by a rival club.
Garcia has started four games for City in all competitions this season and earned his first senior Spain cap in September.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Manchester United 'weighing up Sergio Ramos move'
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos emerges as a target for Manchester United, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United considering Sami Khedira approach?
Manchester United could attempt to bring Juventus midfielder Sami Khedira to the club on a free transfer, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'among frontrunners for Eduardo Camavinga'
Manchester United are reportedly one of three clubs regarded as the frontrunners to sign Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Read more.
Everton considering January move for Manchester United winger Daniel James?
Everton are reportedly contemplating a January approach for Manchester United winger Daniel James, who may be allowed to leave Old Trafford. Read more.
Manchester City 'to step up Lionel Messi pursuit after Pep Guardiola deal'
Manchester City will reportedly up their efforts to sign Barcelona forward Lionel Messi after agreeing a new deal with Pep Guardiola. Read more.
Ajax 'put £27m price tag on Liverpool-linked defender Perr Schuurs'
Liverpool, Inter Milan and AC Milan have been warned by Ajax that they will not land young defender Perr Schuurs on the cheap, according to a report. Read more.
Daniel James vows to fight for Manchester United place
The 23-year-old was linked with Leeds before the transfer window closed in October. Read more.
Real Madrid to rival Barcelona for Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum?
A report claims that Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum could be at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war between Real Madrid and Barcelona. Read more.
Rivaldo: 'Barcelona need a major title to convince Lionel Messi to stay'
Barcelona will have to win either the Champions League or La Liga this season to stand a chance of convincing Lionel Messi to sign a new deal, according to Rivaldo. Read more.
FPL tips: Ollie Watkins can star for Aston Villa once again
The Aston Villa forward tops our recommendations, with several Chelsea players also featuring. Read more.
Olivier Giroud's agent hints at January exit for Chelsea forward
Olivier Giroud's agent admits that his client could leave Chelsea during the January transfer window. Read more.
Report: Olivier Giroud ready to leave Chelsea in January
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud will consider all offers in January as he looks to depart Stamford Bridge and find regular football elsewhere ahead of Euro 2020. Read more.
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti denies "bulls**t" Isco rumours
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti hits out at reports which have recently linked the Toffees with an approach for Real Madrid midfielder Isco. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur given chance to sign Real Madrid forward Mariano Diaz?
Real Madrid reportedly give Tottenham Hotspur the opportunity to sign Mariano Diaz during the January transfer window. Read more.
Felipe Anderson likely to return to West Ham United?
Porto will reportedly look to end the loan spell of West Ham United winger Felipe Anderson if they are able to sign Hulk in January. Read more.
Pascal Struijk pens new Leeds United deal
The 21-year-old joined Leeds from Ajax in January 2018. Read more.
Arsenal 'missed out on Diogo Jota in 2016'
Arsenal allegedly missed out on signing Diogo Jota, a recent addition for Liverpool, when competing for his signature in 2016. Read more.
