Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Wednesday, December 9.
Wednesday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Mino Raiola: 'Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should focus on Paul Pogba, not Erling Haaland'
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Super agent Mino Raiola has told Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer it would be better if he focused more on Paul Pogba and not Erling Braut Haaland.
Solskjaer has made no secret of his admiration for Haaland, whom he tried to sign from Red Bull Salzburg before his compatriot joined Borussia Dortmund in January.
The Norwegian boss most recently discussed Haaland last week when asked about the prolific striker at a news conference, saying that he is "proud" of his career trajectory.
However, Raiola believes that Solskjaer should instead only discuss the players at his own club, such as wantaway midfielder Pogba.
"Haaland is like Zlatan Ibrahimovic when he was 20," he told Tuttosport.
"Solskjaer is a good guy but he was wrong when he said that Erling is like Romelu Lukaku... it would be better if Solskjaer thought about finding a way to make Pogba play like a champion, instead of talking about Haaland."
Raiola's comments were made in an explosive interview with the Italian outlet in which he also revealed his client Pogba's time at Old Trafford "is over".
Former club Juventus are the favourites to sign the Frenchman next year, while Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have been credited with an interest in the past.
Manchester United 'could sign Paulo Dybala in Paul Pogba swap'
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Manchester United are reportedly looking to sign Paulo Dybala from Juventus as part of a swap deal for Paul Pogba.
The Red Devils have been linked with the Argentina international a number of times in the past, most recently in the January transfer window.
According to The Athletic, a move in 2021 is now a plausible prospect given recent developments with wantaway United midfielder Pogba.
The France World Cup winner's agent Mino Raiola dropped a bombshell on Monday by declaring that his client's time at Old Trafford "is over".
Raiola also revealed that a return to Juventus, where Pogba won four Serie A titles in four seasons, is a possibility.
United are said to have accepted that the 27-year-old is close to leaving, but they intend to use that to their advantage by tempting Dybala to head in the opposite direction.
Dybala has featured 10 times for Juve in all competitions this season, scoring just once and failing to set up any goals.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Billy Gilmour refuses to rule out Chelsea exit
Billy Gilmour suggests that he would consider a move away from Chelsea if he does not earn regular opportunities in the starting lineup. Read more.
Manchester United 'angry with Paul Pogba over Mino Raiola comments'
A report claims that Paul Pogba is in the firing line after his agent publicly stated that the midfielder wants to leave Manchester United. Read more.
Manchester United's Paul Pogba 'unhappy at being replaced by Bruno Fernandes'
Paul Pogba reportedly wants to secure a transfer away from Manchester United due to being replaced by Bruno Fernandes. Read more.
Manchester United to move for Real Madrid wideman Lucas Vazquez?
Manchester United are reportedly contemplating an approach for Real Madrid winger Lucas Vazquez, who has recently been used at right-back. Read more.
Manchester United 'willing to accept £2m for Sergio Romero'
Manchester United are reportedly willing to sell third-choice goalkeeper Sergio Romero for £2m during the January transfer window. Read more.
Arsenal's Mesut Ozil 'receives serious offer from DC United'
MLS outfit DC United take a strong interest in Mesut Ozil and make a serious offer for the Arsenal outcast, according to a report. Read more.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints out at Paul Pogba's agent
But the build-up to Tuesday's key Group H encounter in Germany was dominated by Paul Pogba's Old Trafford future. Read more.
Mino Raiola hints at Juventus return for Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba
Agent Mino Raiola suggests that Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba would welcome a return to Juventus if the Italian champions can afford his asking price. Read more.
Raiola: 'Best solution would be for Paul Pogba to leave in January'
The Red Devils kicked off a crucial week with a 3-1 victory on Saturday evening at West Ham. Read more.
West Ham United 'keeping tabs on former Tottenham Hotspur winger Edwards'
West Ham United are among several English clubs to be keeping tabs on Vitoria Guimaraes midfielder Marcus Edwards, according to a report. Read more.
Newcastle handed boost in Jetro Willems pursuit?
Jetro Willems turns down Eintracht Frankfurt's offer of a new contract and has his heart set on a return to Newcastle United, according to a report. Read more.
Premier League clubs 'keen on Crawley Town striker'
Crawley Town striker Max Watters is reportedly attracting interest from clubs in the Premier League and abroad following his prolific start to the campaign. Read more.
Newcastle United among clubs keen on Manchester United defender Phil Jones?
Newcastle United are reportedly among a number of Premier League clubs who are keen on signing Manchester United defender Phil Jones. Read more.
Juventus chief: 'Not the right time for Paul Pogba talk'
Juventus CEO Fabio Paratici claims that now is not the right time to be discussing a potential reunion with Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur take interest in Brentford forward Marcus Forss?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly monitoring the development of Brentford forward Marcus Forss, who has impressed in the Championship this season. Read more.
