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Brentford defender attracting Bundesliga interest?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fmads-roerslev.jpg "Brentford's Mads Roerslev in action on January 1, 2025")
Wolfsburg have reportedly started talks over a potential loan deal for Brentford defender Mads Roerslev.
The full-back has made 144 competitive appearances since joining the Bees from FC Copenhagen in the summer of 2019.
Roerslev has been in and out of Thomas Frank's side this season, having started nine of his 17 Premier League appearances this season.
However, he has started each of their last four Premier League matches, contributing an assist in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Manchester City.
Rashford destination revealed? Will lost star end his time at Old Trafford?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fmarcus-rashford.jpg "Marcus Rashford of Manchester United warms up during his side's Premier League match against Newcastle United, on December 30, 2024")
Borussia Dortmund have reportedly intensified their efforts to sign Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, with the Englishman not in Ruben Amorim's plans.
The 27-year-old has been out of favour at Old Trafford ever since he admitted that he was ready to leave the club in a bombshell interview last month.
United boss Amorim has not given the attacker a single minute on the pitch since his side's match against Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League on December 12.
Despite his desire to leave being public knowledge, Rashford is yet to find a suitor willing to take the gamble on his innate talent, with his hefty wages often reported as being a stumbling block.
Salah exit edging closer? Why are Reds allowing star's contract to run down?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F01%2Fmohamed-salah.jpg "Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring on January 5, 2025")
Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal have reportedly decided to target Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah as a replacement for Neymar in the summer transfer window.
Salah failed to register a goal or assist in the Premier League for just the third time this season when his side drew 1-1 with Nottingham Forest on Tuesday.
The result still means that the Reds are first in the league and boast a healthy four-point advantage over Arsenal - while also having a game in hand - but with no positive news on the contracts of Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold or Virgil van Dijk, fans fear the season could end on a sour note.
It is difficult to see how Arne Slot could possibly replace any of the trio, but Salah has arguably been the best player in the Premier League this season and has been fundamental to almost every Liverpool attack.
Real to swoop Arteta's favourite? Can Gunners afford to lose star defender?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F39%2Fmikel-arteta.jpg "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on September 22, 2024")
Real Madrid have reportedly contacted William Saliba's representatives ahead of the summer transfer window, with a potential defensive rebuild set to take place 2025.
Arsenal beat North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 at the Emirates on Wednesday evening and closed the gap on league-leaders Liverpool to four points.
Centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes stole headlines for his imperious performance against Spurs, but his partner Saliba was just as composed, and he once again demonstrated his understated importance in defence.
Saliba has featured in 26 of his side's 27 Premier League and Champions League games this campaign and has been key to Arsenal's defensive efforts, with the Gunners' record of 19 goals conceded in the top flight the best return in the division.
'Deal in place': Man City reach 'verbal agreement' to sign leading target
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fomar-marmoush.jpg "Eintracht Frankfurt's Omar Marmoush celebrates scoring on January 14, 2025")
Manchester City have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign attacker Omar Marmoush.
The 25-year-old has been strongly linked with a move to the Etihad Stadium in the January transfer window and is said to have been identified as a top target by Pep Guardiola's side.
Earlier this week, Frankfurt CEO Markus Krosche confirmed that an unnamed club, believed to be Man City, had made contact over a move for Marmoush, although the Germans were still holding out hope that the versatile forward would remain at Deutsche Bank Park this month.
The Citizens were then alleged to have submitted an official offer on Tuesday, but it fell short of Frankfurt's asking price and was subsequently turned down.
Millwall to sign Brentford defender? Transfer news and rumours today
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Millwall are reportedly interested in signing Brentford defender Tristan Crama.
The 23-year-old was recalled from his season-long loan spell with Exeter City on Thursday following interest from Millwall.
He enjoyed regular playing time with the Grecians, starting each of his 22 League One appearances for Gary Caldwell's side.
Speaking about Crama's recall, Caldwell told reporters: "When you lose a player as good as Tristan, you are disappointed, but I think we're all happy for him and we're all proud of the job we've done as a football club and as the staff, in terms of welcoming another loan player in and seeing a young player develop and progress in such a short space of time,"
Young Guns, big money: Arsenal 'to discuss' new contract for teenage star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fmlseth.jpg "Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly pictured on November 2, 2024")
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to enter talks with Myles Lewis-Skelly's camp over a new contract following his rapid rise to first-team stardom.
Alongside fellow teenager Ethan Nwaneri - who is currently out with a muscular injury - 18-year-old Lewis-Skelly has become a fully-fledged member of Mikel Arteta's first team this season.
The youngster started out as a defensive midfielder before making the switch to left-back, where he has seamlessly slotted into Arteta's system this season, jumping above Kieran Tierney and Oleksandr Zinchenko in the pecking order.
Lewis-Skelly earned high praise in particular for his battling display in Wednesday's 2-1 North London derby win over Tottenham Hotspur, showcasing immense composure and confidence on the ball to wriggle out of danger.
"Very easy" - Brentford boss addresses Mbeumo future amid Arsenal, Man United links
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F49%2Fbryan-mbeumo.jpg "Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on December 7, 2024")
Brentford head coach Thomas Frank has firmly played down suggestions that Bryan Mbeumo could leave the Bees before the January transfer window closes for business.
The 25-year-old has been in excellent form for Brentford during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 13 goals and registering four assists in 25 appearances in all competitions, including 13 goals and three assists in 21 Premier League outings.
Mbeumo only has a contract with the Bees until June 2026, and there has recently been speculation surrounding his future, with Arsenal and Manchester United both believed to be keen to secure his services.
However, Brentford crucially have the option to activate a 12-month extension in his contract, and Frank has firmly denied that the attacker could be on his way out of the club before the winter market closes.
From the agent's mouth: Could Leipzig sell Arsenal-linked Sesko in January?
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The agent of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has responded to reports that Arsenal have reignited their interest in the Slovenia international.
It is an open secret that the Gunners are on the hunt for a new attacker in the January transfer window after Gabriel Jesus ruptured his ACL in the FA Cup loss to Manchester United last weekend.
The Brazil international will definitely miss the rest of the season and potentially the first few months of the 2025-26 campaign, and he joins fellow frontmen Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri on the sidelines.
With Jesus out for the long-term, Arsenal's only two central attacking options are Kai Havertz - who is suffering from a confidence crisis in front of goal - and Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, who has never made a senior appearance for the club.
Garnacho latest: Will Man United forward join Napoli this month?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F45%2Falejandro-garnacho.jpg "Manchester United forward Alejandro Garnacho on November 7, 2024")
Napoli have reportedly had a £40m offer for Alejandro Garnacho turned down by Manchester United, with the Italian outfit pushing to sign the Red Devils forward before the end of the January transfer window.
Antonio Conte's side are on the verge of selling Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain, and it is understood that Garnacho is viewed by the Serie A outfit as their number one target to replace the outgoing forward.
Garnacho has allegedly told Napoli that is open to a move, while Man United are prepared to let the 20-year-old leave for the right price due to the circumstances surrounding PSR.
According to The Mirror, Conte's team presented Man United with a £40m offer, but it was swiftly rejected by the 20-time English champions, who are believed to want in the region of £59m.
Cancelo 2.0? Man City 'to bid £54.7m' for ideal Walker replacement
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fandrea-cambiaso.jpg "Juventus' Andrea Cambiaso pictured on January 14, 2025")
Manchester City are allegedly pushing for the signature Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso, whom they could soon bid as much as £54.7m for.
The reigning Premier League champions are preparing for the imminent departure of Kyle Walker, whom Pep Guardiola revealed has asked to explore his options for a move abroad.
Italian giants AC Milan are believed to be pressing ahead with a deal for Walker, who has not been included in either of City's last two matchday squads against Salford City and Brentford.
Guardiola already has Rico Lewis as cover for the ageing Walker, while the versatile Matheus Nunes has also featured as a right wing-back during the 2024-25 campaign, but it is clear that a replacement will be signed if the England international does depart either in January or the summer.
Dortmund 'ramp up interest' in wantaway Man United attacker
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Borussia Dortmund have reportedly stepped up their interest in signing Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford.
Having not represented the Red Devils since the middle of December, speculation is mounting that the academy graduate will soon be cutting short his stay at Old Trafford.
At the same as Ruben Amorim has been continuing to remain relatively tight-lipped over the situation, Rashford has been attracting admirers from a wide array of leagues.
Rashford's preference is said to be a switch to Barcelona, providing that the La Liga giants can resolve any financial and potential registration issues over the coming weeks.
Crystal Palace make Guehi exit decision amid Chelsea interest?
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Crystal Palace have reportedly determined how they will handle continued interest in Marc Guehi.
Despite managing to fend off admiration in the England international during the summer transfer window, the defender having less than 18 months remaining on his contract remains an issue for Palace.
As a result, a report has recently indicated that the centre-back is valued in the region of £55m at a time when Chelsea have been considering a bid.
The Blues instead took a different approach earlier this week by recalling Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell at Selhurst Park, rather than try to reunite themselves with a former academy graduate.
Al-Hilal 'readying lucrative offer' for Liverpool attacker
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fmohamed-salah-darwin-nunez.jpg "Liverpool duo Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez in September 2025.")
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah reportedly remains as a target for Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
The Egypt international has recently entered the final six months of his contract, allowing him to hold discussions with foreign clubs regarding a pre-contract agreement.
Although Salah has suggested on more than one occasion that the 2024-25 campaign will be his last at Anfield, those comments were more a dig at a lack of progress behind the scenes.
Nevertheless, Liverpool risk losing their star man on a free transfer if they are unable to agree fresh terms over a new deal in the short term.
Arsenal miss again: Which "perfect" Jesus replacement has Arteta let slip by?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fgabriel-jesus-arsenal.jpg "Gabriel Jesus has sustained a suspected season-ending ACL injury on January 14, 2025")
Arsenal would be "waving the white flag" in the Premier League title race if they fail to sign a replacement for Gabriel Jesus in the January transfer window, but they have already missed out on one "perfect" option, Charles Watts has told Sports Mole.
The former Manchester City man had resurrected his Gunners career with six goals in four games over the winter period before suffering a cruel ACL injury in the weekend's FA Cup third-round defeat to Manchester United.
Jesus is one of six Arsenal players currently in the medical room alongside Bukayo Saka, Riccardo Calafiori, Ethan Nwaneri, Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu, and a further eight players have also missed at least one game through injury for Arsenal this season.
"It's just a real, real shame for it to happen," Watts said. "But it kind of just sums up this season. I've never known a season like it for injuries. I think it really does hark back to too much football being played. And I'm not just talking about Arsenal here.
Man City 'absolutely confident' of signing top attacking target despite rejected bid
Manchester City reportedly remain confident that they will complete the signing of attacker Omar Marmoush, despite having an official bid rejected by Eintracht Frankfurt.
The Citizens are working hard to bolster Pep Guardiola's squad this month and are believed to be keen to reduce the age profile of a team that has become the fourth oldest in the Premier League this season.
Progress has already been made by Man City in their pursuit of two central defenders, with the Premier League champions having reached agreements with Lens and Palmeiras respectively to sign 20-year-old Abdukodir Khusanov and 18-year-old Vitor Reis.
Guardiola is also hoping to bring in a new attacker, with 25-year-old Marmoush identified as City's top target for the remainder of the January transfer window.
Robertson replacement? Liverpool 'readying £33.6m bid' for new left-back
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F50%2Fandy-robertson.jpg "Liverpool's Andy Robertson looks dejected on December 14, 2024")
Liverpool are reportedly preparing a bid for a new left-back who has been lined up as a potential replacement for Andrew Robertson.
Under the tutelage of former manager Jurgen Klopp, Robertson was a mainstay in the Reds side that won eight trophies, including one Premier League title, one Champions League, one FA Cup and two EFL Cups.
The 30-year-old has made a total of 323 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions since joining from Hull City in July 2017, scoring 11 goals and registering 66 assists.
Robertson remains a first-team regular at Liverpool under new boss Arne Slot and has started 22 of his 26 appearances this season, but the Scotsman's form has been patchy in recent months and doubts over his long-term future at left-back appear to be growing.
Could European quartet hijack Arsenal's Zubimendi pursuit?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F46%2Fmartin-zubimendi.jpg "Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi celebrates after scoring on August 18, 2024")
Arsenal could reportedly face competition from as many as four European giants for the signature of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.
Earlier this week, it was reported that the Gunners will land long-term target Zubimendi at the end of the current season, with sources indicating the deal is 'virtually completed'.
It is understood that Arsenal are expected to trigger Zubimendi's €60m (£51m) release clause and although Mikel Arteta would like him to link up with his senior squad immediately, Real Sociedad have insisted that the midfielder will stay put until the summer.
Arsenal are believed to be in the market for midfield reinforcements amidst uncertainty over the futures of Jorginho and Thomas Partey, who both have less than six months remaining on their contracts.
Premier League club 'express interest' in Chelsea's Tosin after Chalobah return
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Ftosin-adarabioyo.jpg "Chelsea's Tosin Adarabioyo celebrates scoring on January 11, 2025")
Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo this month.
The 27-year-old only moved to Stamford Bridge six months ago on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract at Fulham.
Tosin has started 15 of his 18 appearances for Chelsea across all competitions this season, including five starts in the Blues' last eight Premier League games.
The former Manchester City youngster has been benched a total of 13 times, though, and has had to battle with Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile, Axel Disasi and - more recently - Josh Acheampong for a place in Enzo Maresca's defence.
Latest January transfer news and rumours including Silva to West Ham
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West Ham United are reportedly considering making a move for RB Leipzig forward Andre Silva before the January transfer window closes for business to address their issues in the final third of the field.
The Hammers are currently without the services of Michail Antonio, Jarrod Bowen and Niclas Fullkrug due to injury problems, and the London club are hoping to bring in a new attacker over the next couple of weeks.
According to journalist Ekrem Konur, Silva is an option, with the 29-year-old free to leave his German club this month.
Silva has only managed one goal and three assists in 15 appearances for Leipzig during the 2024-25 campaign, incoming one goal and two assists in eight outings in the top flight of German football.
Prem clubs 'placed on alert' as Real Madrid 'make major transfer decision'
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F47%2Feducam.jpg "Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni pictured on June 1, 2024")
Real Madrid are reportedly giving serious consideration to allowing Aurelien Tchouameni to leave the club this summer.
The France international made the move to Los Blancos from Monaco in July 2022, and he has represented his current side on 112 occasions in all competitions, scoring three goals and registering five assists in the process.
The 24-year-old has been a vital player this term, making 23 appearances for Carlo Ancelotti's side, but he has again been asked to play as a centre-back on a number of occasions due to Eder Militao's long-term knee problem.
David Alaba is now on the verge of returning to action, but the Austria international has not played since December 2023 due to a serious knee injury of his own, and it remains to be seen how long it takes him to return to full fitness.
Napoli 'working on blockbuster January deal' for Man United forward who 'could cost £59m'
Napoli have reportedly stepped up their attempts to land Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United, although the two clubs are said to be some way apart when it comes to their valuation of the Argentina international.
Garnacho, 20, is Man United's leading goalscorer this season, finding the back of the net on eight occasions in 30 appearances in all competitions, in addition to providing five assists.
However, he has found it difficult to secure regular starts since Ruben Amorim's arrival as head coach, with the youngster being asked to operate as an inside forward in a 3-4-3 formation.
The majority of Garnacho's best work comes as a wide forward, and there are doubts whether he will ever become a key player in Amorim's formation, while Man United are willing to listen to all offers for their home-grown talents, including Kobbie Mainoo, due to the circumstances surrounding PSR.
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