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Salah provides worrying update on contract ahead of January transfer window
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Fmohamed-salah_6.jpg "Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during his side's match against West Ham United, on December 29, 2024")
Mohamed Salah has played down expectations that he will imminently sign a contract extension and insisted that there is still a long way to go before a deal is struck.
The Egyptian starred for Arne Slot's Reds in an emphatic 5-0 against West Ham United on Sunday afternoon, scoring once and providing two assists at the London Stadium.
Liverpool are now eight points ahead of second-placed Nottingham Forest and look to be unstoppable in their quest for Premier League glory.
However, fans' joy was tempered by concern that Salah could leave the club in the summer when he spoke about his contract situation in an interview with Sky Sports, saying: ""We are far away from [an agreement].
Did Trent just hint at his future? Defender responds to rumours against West Ham
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Ftrent-alexander-arnold.jpg "Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool celebrates his goal against West Ham United, on December 29, 2024")
Trent Alexander-Arnold appeared to rubbish recent stories that suggested he had told Liverpool of his desire to join Real Madrid in the summer when he celebrated his goal against West Ham United on Sunday afternoon.
The Reds ran out 5-0 winners against the Hammers and are currently eight points ahead of second-placed Nottingham Forest and nine points in front of third-placed Arsenal.
Mohamed Salah put in a record-breaking display, while Alexander-Arnold, Diogo Jota, Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz also found the back of the net.
Despite their exceptional form, Liverpool could face the prospect of losing Virgil van Dijk, Salah and Alexander-Arnold for free at the end of the season, and fans have become increasingly concerned at the prospect of losing Trent after reports emerged from Spain suggesting the defender has agreed to join Real Madrid.
Major coup: Southampton, Ipswich to fight for 64-cap international star?
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Southampton and Ipswich Town are reportedly interested in signing Rennes midfielder Glen Kamara during the January transfer window.
The Saints are in need of serious reinforcements as they aim to avoid relegation to the Championship following playoff success during the 2023-24 campaign.
Their awful start to the current term cost the job of Russell Martin, with Croatian head coach Ivan Juric now in charge at St Mary's.
The heavy metal fan has struggled to make an immediate impact for Southampton, who have lost back-to-back matches against West Ham United and most recently Crystal Palace to round off the calendar year.
La Liga attacker 'on verge of joining' Messi & co at Inter Miami
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Ftadeo-allende.jpg "Celta Vigo's Tadeo Allende on April 27, 2024")
Inter Miami are reportedly expected to complete the loan signing of Celta Vigo attacker Tadeo Allende.
The MLS side are preparing for a new era after a largely successful 2024 campaign ended in playoff disappointment.
Inter Miami won their first-ever Supporters' Shield with a record points total, with Lionel Messi earning the MLS MVP award for his impressive performances during the season.
However, they were unable to make a significant impression in the postseason, suffering a 2-1 series defeat in their round-one tie against Atlanta United.
Walker's successor? Man City 'earmark' Premier League full-back as 2025 priority
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Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina.
The 28-year-old joined the Tricky Trees on a free transfer over the summer of 2023, and has since cemented his spot in the East Midlands side.
Aina has been an integral part of a Forest outfit who are enjoying a stellar campaign to date, with the two-time European Cup winners currently fourth in the Premier League table.
The right-back has started 18 top-flight contests for Nuno Espirito Santo's men in 2024-25 to date, scoring goals against Brentford and West Ham United.
Major update: Liverpool learn Guehi transfer decision ahead of January window?
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Liverpool have reportedly received a major update in their pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.
The 24-year-old is also said to be attracting interest from Manchester City, who are looking for significant reinforcements during the January window.
Guehi has continued to impress in a Palace side who have struggled in their first full season under the stewardship of Oliver Glasner in 2024-25.
The England international has started 18 top-flight contests for the Eagles, scoring twice and providing one assist from a back-three position.
Season savers? Man City 'include Musiala in five-man shortlist' ahead of January
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Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz during the January transfer window.
City are enduring a challenging 2024-25 campaign, with the current English champions winning just one of their last 13 matches across all competitions.
The struggles of Pep Guardiola's confidence-sapped bunch continued on Boxing Day, when they were held at home by mid-table dwellers Everton.
It appeared as if the Citizens were on course for a much-needed victory when Bernardo Silva bagged in the first half, however Iliman Ndiaye quickly equalised for the Toffees.
How could Deco help Barca beat Real Madrid, Arsenal to Brazilian wonderkid?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Fbreno-bidon.jpeg "Corinthians midfielder Breno Bidon on January 25, 2024")
Real Madrid and Barcelona have reportedly joined the race for Corinthians midfielder Breno Bidon.
The 19-year-old has scored once and provided two assists in 44 first-team appearances for Corinthians, and he is believed to be on the radar of a number of European clubs due to his strong performances.
Arsenal, are said to be keen on the teenager, while Fulham have also been credited with an interest, with Corinthians facing a major battle when it comes to keeping hold of the youngster beyond the middle of 2025.
According to journalist Ekrem Konur, Real Madrid and Barcelona have both scouted Bidon on numerous occasions this season, with the two giants of Spanish football very much in the mix for his signature.
Battle lines are drawn: Man United, Liverpool 'fighting' for Argentine wonderkid
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Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly in competition for Lanus defender Julio Soler.
The 19-year-old has made 58 appearances for his current side, while he has been capped at Under-20s and Under-23s level by Argentina, with the youngster regarded as one of the best young talents in the country.
According to Soy del Millo, Man United and Liverpool are 'fighting' for Soler, but there is also strong interest from River Plate, with the Argentine giants determined to win the race for his signature.
The report claims that Liverpool view him as a potential long-term replacement for Andrew Robertson, while Man United are looking to add another left-back to their squad due to the uncertainty surrounding the futures of Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.
Transformative signing: Man United 'lining up £66m move' for 10-goal attacker
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F51%2Fruben-amorim_1.jpg "Manchester United's Ruben Amorim on December 11, 2024")
Manchester United are reportedly planning a £66m bid for Wolverhampton Wanderers attacker Matheus Cunha, with the Red Devils determined to win the race for his signature.
The 25-year-old has been in outstanding form for a struggling Wolves outfit during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 10 goals and registering four assists in 18 appearances in the Premier League.
Cunha starred against Man United on Boxing Day, scoring once and providing an assist in his side's 2-0 victory, and he is thought to be on the radar of a number of major European clubs.
Arsenal continue to be linked with the Brazil international, but according to Fichajes, the strongest Premier League interest is coming from Man United, and the 20-time English champions are willing to pay £66m for him.
Man United 'want Premier League goalkeeper' to replace 'unsettled' Onana
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Brighton & Hove Albion's Bart Verbruggen is reportedly wanted by Manchester United as a replacement for Andre Onana due to the Cameroonian's ongoing struggles at Old Trafford.
Onana recovered from a difficult start to his Man United career to put in a string of impressive performances in the opening weeks of the 2024-25 campaign, but he has made a number of high-profile mistakes of late.
According to the Daily Star, Onana 'was unhappy with life in Manchester' under former Red Devils head coach Erik ten Hag, but the situation is said 'to have worsened' since Ruben Amorim's arrival.
The report claims that Man United have begun their search for a new goalkeeper, and Verbruggen has been identified as a genuine target, with the 22-year-old viewed as one of the best young stoppers in European football.
Real Madrid 'make Vinicius decision' as Al-Ahli prepare 'biggest contract of all time'
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F45%2Fvinicius-junior.jpg "Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid CF celebrates a goal on November 9, 2024")
Real Madrid are reportedly planning to offer Vinicius Junior a new and improved contract next summer, with Los Blancos determined to secure the forward's future amid firm interest from Saudi Arabia.
The 24-year-old has again been in excellent form for Real Madrid during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 14 goals and registering 10 assists in 21 appearances in all competitions.
In total, the Brazilian has 97 goals and 83 assists in 285 matches for Los Blancos, developing into one of the leading players in world football over the last couple of seasons.
Vinicius' contract at Bernabeu is due to expire in June 2027, and he continues to be linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, with a number of clubs in the lucrative division said to be keen on his signature.
Has Alexander-Arnold told Liverpool he wants to join Real Madrid?
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Trent Alexander-Arnold has allegedly not told Liverpool that he wants to join Real Madrid on a free transfer next summer despite strong reports coming out of Spain on Saturday.
Marca claim that Alexander-Arnold has already made a decision regarding his future, with the England international allegedly telling Real Madrid that he is planning to join them on a free transfer at the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
However, according to the Liverpool Echo, that is not the case, with the right-back not communicating to Liverpool that he has decided to end his long association with the Reds in order to join the reigning European and Spanish champions.
From January 1, the 26-year-old would be free to enter into talks with Real Madrid over the possibility of signing a pre-contract, which would see him move to Bernabeu next summer.
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