Kyle Walker 'flying to Italy' ahead of Man City exit

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Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has reportedly flown to Italy to finalise his move to AC Milan.

Walker is on the verge of calling time of his time at the Etihad Stadium, with the 34-year-old set to swap the Premier League for Serie A.

The right-back is seemingly keen to try a fresh challenge after seeing his performances come under scrutiny at various points this season.

Walker has also found himself out of Pep Guardiola's side this season, having started 11 of his 18 appearances in all competitions.

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Two major European clubs eyeing Grealish move?

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Inter Milan and Borussia Dortmund are reportedly interested in signing Manchester City attacker Jack Grealish.

The 29-year-old has struggled for regular playing time this season, having had to settle for 11 starts in 21 competitive appearances.

Grealish's only start in 2025 took place in Man City's 8-0 demolition against League Two Salford City, with the England international netting a goal and providing two assists to help his side ease through to the FA Cup fourth round.

The former Aston Villa man has dropped down to the bench for the last two matches, being left as an unused substitute for an away game against Brentford, before he played around half-an-hour in Sunday's 6-0 win over Ipswich Town.

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"I've not spoken to them" - De Bruyne provides contract update

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Kevin De Bruyne has admitted that there has been no progress in talks to extend his Manchester City stay.

Man City recently confirmed that Erling Haaland had signed a mammoth nine-and-a-half-year deal to keep him at the club until the summer of 2034.

Haaland's new deal has allegedly made him the highest-paid Premier League player in history, although his contract does contain an unspecified release clause.

The Norwegian's new deal was signed just two months after Guardiola penned a new contract to keep him in the Man City hotseat until June 2027.

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Confirmed: West Ham winger completes loan move to Serie A club

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West Ham United winger Maxwel Cornet has completed a loan move to Serie A side Genoa.

The 28-year-old spent the first half of this season on loan at Premier League basement club Southampton, but he endured a frustrating spell at St Mary's and featured only four times in all competitions.

As well as making one start and one substitute outing in the Premier League in September last year, Cornet featured twice for the Saints in the third and fourth rounds of the EFL Cup between September and October.

Cornet, who is deemed surplus to requirements at the London Stadium, has had his Southampton loan terminated and is now hoping to reignite his career in Italy after finalising a temporary move to Genoa, who sit 12th in the Serie A table and just four points above the relegation zone.

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"He's more established": Which striker should Arsenal prioritise over Isak?

Arsenal should prioritise a swoop for Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres over Newcastle United's Alexander Isak, former Gunners winger Jermaine Pennant believes.

Mikel Arteta's attacking resources have been devastated by injuries to Bukayo Saka, Ethan Nwaneri and Gabriel Jesus, the latter of whom will not play again this season owing to his ACL rupture.

As a result, the only two recognised strikers in Arteta's ranks are Kai Havertz and 22-year-old Nathan Butler-Oyedeji - who has not made a single senior appearance for the Gunners - and fans are crying out for reinforcements before the January window shuts.

The consensus is that Arsenal are paying the price for not adding a seasoned goalscorer to their ranks in the summer window, and Pennant has warned against simply splashing the cash on a striker for the sake of it.

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Konate makes major Liverpool contract admission

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Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he has been offered the chance to extend his stay at Anfield.

The Reds are already facing the prospect that Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah could leave the club on free transfers at the end of the season.

They have all entered the final six months of their respective deals and are yet to reach agreements to extend their stay at the Merseyside club.

While the future of Liverpool's key trio may take priority, the Reds also appear keen to agree a new deal with another important member of Arne Slot's squad.

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"Special news for a special footballer": Haaland's "absurd" City contract discussed

Manchester City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany has told Sports Mole that he is surprised by the "absurd" length of Erling Haaland's new contract, but his long-term commitment to the club is "special news".

The Citizens announced last Friday that Haaland has penned an extraordinary nine-and-a-half-year contract, keeping the striker at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2034.

Haaland's previous deal was due to expire in June 2027 and there were suggestions that the 24-year-old could be tempted by a move to either Real Madrid or Barcelona in the near future, with both clubs said to have been aware of his reported £175m release clause.

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"An absolute tank": Qualities of Man City's "silent warrior" signing analysed

Manchester City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany is excited by the arrival of Abdukodir Khusanov and believes that it is "very obvious" that incoming director of football Hugo Viana has played his part in the defender's transfer to the Etihad Stadium.

The Citizens announced on Monday evening that Khusanov has officially joined the club on a four-and-a-half-year contract, with the 20-year-old arriving from Lens for a reported €40m (£33.5m).

Man City have moved for Khusanov - and are also on the verge of signing 19-year-old Vitor Reis from Palmeiras - at a time when Pep Guardiola is keen to bolster his defensive options due to the club's injury issues and their ageing squad, while the concerning mistakes made in that department also need to be addressed.

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Silva lining? West Ham 'enquire' about Leipzig striker amid attacking crisis

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West Ham United have shown interest in RB Leipzig forward Andre Silva, with initial enquiries reportedly made regarding a potential move.

The Portuguese striker has emerged as one of several attacking options under consideration as the Hammers look to bolster their firepower.

West Ham have become suddenly short in attack, with injuries to summer signing Niclas Fullkrug and Jarrod Bowen leaving new manager Graham Potter short up front.

Fullkrug, who was brought in for £27m, has played just 11 games across all competitions due to injury, scoring just twice in the process.

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The "Tank" arrives! Khusanov joins exclusive club after completing Man City transfer

Manchester City have announced the signing of defender Abdukodir Khusanov from Lens for a reported €40m (£33.5m).

The 20-year-old has put pen to paper on a four-and-a-half-year contract and becomes Pep Guardiola's first signing of the January transfer window.

Khusanov, who arrived in Manchester at the end of last week before completing his medical, will wear the No.45 shirt at City, and the youngster leaves Lens after making 31 senior appearances for the Ligue 1 side over an 18-month period.

"I'm absolutely delighted to be joining Manchester City, a club that I have enjoyed watching for a long time," Khusanov told the club's official website.

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Transfer news and rumours: Carlos to Fenerbahce, Guilherme to Al-Hilal

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Aston Villa have reportedly agreed a deal for the sale of Diego Carlos with Fenerbahce.

The 31-year-old has struggled to make an impression on the first team at Villa Park this term, starting just eight Premier League matches.

Carlos has not featured since December 30 due to a foot injury, with the draw against Brighton & Hove Albion set to be the final match of his career in the Second City.

Since making the switch from La Liga outfit Sevilla during the summer of 2022, the defender has played in 60 matches for the Villans, scoring once.

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The Reflex: Premier League side 'make new £57m bid' for Villa forward Duran

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Aston Villa have reportedly received a £57m proposal from a Premier League club for Jhon Duran.

During the summer transfer window, the Colombia international was the subject of interest from both Chelsea and West Ham United.

However, since Villa turned down offers from both of the London clubs, Duran has progressed into one of the top prospects in world football.

As many as 12 goals have been scored in seven starts and 20 substitute outings in all competitions, including seven strikes in just 603 minutes of Premier League football.

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Luiz 'willing to return' to Premier League amid Man City links

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Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz is allegedly interested in a quick return to the Premier League.

During the summer, Luiz made the switch to Turin at a time when Aston Villa were required to make a big-money sale to comply with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability regulations.

At the time, the move suited all parties with Luiz also keen for a new challenge, but the transfer has brought a halt to Luiz's career.

The Brazil international has been restricted to three starts and 13 substitute appearances in all competitions, there being no sign that Thiago Motta plans to promote him up the pecking order.

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Man United preparing to 'open formal talks' over move for Serie A defender

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Manchester United are reportedly ready to open discussions with Lecce regarding a potential deal for Patrick Dorgu.

The Red Devils' disappointing campaign continued on Sunday afternoon as they were defeated 3-1 by Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford.

After the game, head coach Ruben Amorim suggested that the current team is 'the worst in United's history', an eye-catching statement from a manager who has been in charge for 15 matches.

United are known to be in a position where they cannot afford to spend big on new players without bolstering their position with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability regulations.

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Liverpool 'make decision' over Elliott's Anfield future

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Liverpool have reportedly determined their stance over the future of Harvey Elliott.

Earlier this month, it was suggested that offers may arrive for the playmaker courtesy of his lack of game time at Anfield.

Although the 21-year-old's opportunities have been restricted due to a broken foot, he has failed to earn a single Premier League start under Arne Slot.

Elliott's only two starts since his return have been against Southampton in the EFL Cup quarter-finals and Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup third round.

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'Losing patience' - Rashford set transfer deadline amid German interest?

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Manchester United star Marcus Rashford has reportedly been given a transfer deadline by AC Milan.

It has been reported that the Italian giants have serious doubts over the signing of the Red Devil due to his lofty wage demands.

Rashford has been frozen out of the first-team picture by new boss Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford, failing to feature in a game since December 12.

The former England international has also been left out of matchday squads, including the group which was defeated 3-1 by Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.

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Matter of time? Real Madrid star 'continuing to attract interest' from Saudi Arabia

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Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has reportedly remained in contact with representatives of the Saudi Pro League.

The 24-year-old enjoyed a stellar 2024, during which he lifted La Liga and the Champions League as part of Carlo Ancelotti's Los Blancos outfit.

Vinicius has scored once across five matches in 2025 so far but missed Real Madrid 's 4-1 thrashing of Las Palmas on the weekend due to suspension.

Nevertheless, the energetic Brazilian is bubbling along nicely this term for Los Blancos, netting eight times and providing five assists from 15 league matches.

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Planning ahead: Chelsea agree €20m fee for Strasbourg defender?

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Chelsea have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Strasbourg defender Mamadou Sarr.

The Blues have recently recalled Trevoh Chalobah from his loan stint with Crystal Palace to bolster their central-defensive numbers for the second half of the campaign.

When everyone is fit, Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile, Tosin Adarabioyo, Josh Acheampong, Axel Disasi, Chalobah and Aaron Anselmino are all in contention to be options for Enzo Maresca.

However, despite Chelsea being stacked for choices in that part of the pitch in the long term, they have seemingly moved to secure a deal for another top prospects.

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All parties ready: Man United reach 'verbal agreement' over attacker departure

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Manchester United have reportedly reached a verbal agreement for the loan departure of Antony to Real Betis.

The 24-year-old is one of the Red Devils who looks set for a switch away from Old Trafford this month, with the La Liga side strongly linked to the player in recent times.

Antony has failed to start a single Premier League contest for Man United this season under both Erik ten Hag or current boss Ruben Amorim.

The winger has totalled just 135 minutes of top-flight action for the Red Devils during 2024-25, with six of those minutes arriving during the 3-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon.

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January transfer window: Latest news, rumours including Neymar, Richarlison

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Al-Hilal forward Neymar may reportedly be on the verge of returning to Brazilian giants Santos.

The attacker has endured a frustrating 18 months in Saudi Arabia, making just seven appearances in all competitions due to a serious knee injury.

Although the Brazil international is now fit again, having just six months remaining on his contract makes him an obvious target for various clubs around the world.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, his former club Santos are at the front of the queue for his signature with a loan proposal allegedly being submitted.

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Santos, Ugochukwu: Is Maresca considering recalling midfield duo from loan spells?

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Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has given his verdict as to whether Andrey Santos or Lesley Ugochukwu could return to Stamford Bridge in January.

A wide array of Blues players are currently being linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge at a time when injuries have started to negatively impact the options available to Maresca.

Of players who have been in the Italian's plans, Axel Disasi and Cesare Casadei appear most likely to leave, while Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall have spent several weeks on the sidelines.

As a result, Trevoh Chalobah has already been recalled from a loan stint at Crystal Palace to try to resolve issues in defence, and scope remains for Chelsea to replicate that decision in midfield.

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Chelsea 'set new Chalobah asking price' after Palace recall

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Chelsea have reportedly set a new asking price for recently-recalled defender Trevoh Chalobah.

The Blues confirmed last week that they had taken the opportunity to bring Chalobah back to Stamford Bridge after injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile.

Head coach Enzo Maresca insisted that it had been 'an easy decision' to reunite with the academy graduate despite the Italian leaving him out of his plans during the summer.

Chalobah is now preparing for Monday's Premier League fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers with there being a realistic possibility that he could start in the back four.

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Lage revenge? Benfica 'beat Wolves' to signing of Portuguese midfielder

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Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly lost out to Benfica in the race to sign Vitoria de Guimaraes midfielder Manu Silva.

During the second half of last week, it was widely claimed that Wolves were closing in on a €12m deal for the 23-year-old.

Vitor Pereira has been in the market for a central midfielder and a second new centre-back after the recent acquisition of Emmanuel Agbadou.

Silva would have ticked both boxes having been deployed in the middle of the backline last season before taking his career to new heights in the engine room during 2024-25.

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A favour from a friend? How Chelsea could aid Man City's £54.7m transfer mission

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Chelsea and Italian giants Juventus are reportedly planning to hold a transfer summit on Monday to discuss possible deals for two out-of-favour defenders.

The Blues - up until recently - were seen as genuine contenders for Premier League glory under Enzo Maresca but head into Monday's clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers in sixth place in the the table.

Before their recent drop-off, key to Chelsea's early-season success was the ability to field completely different starting lineups in the Premier League and Conference League, and they remain perfect in the latter competition.

However, Maresca's policy of heavily rotating his resources for different competitions has seen many Blues players relegated to the unofficial 'B' team, and several members of that troupe have been tipped to move on this month in search of regular minutes elsewhere.

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Man City 'exploring' midfielder reunion... but there is a twist

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Manchester City are reportedly considering a reunion with former midfielder Douglas Luiz as they scope out potential midfield additions for the second half of the season.

The Juventus lynchpin was on the books at the Etihad from 2017 to 2019, but he was never given the chance to prove his worth to Pep Guardiola, who sanctioned his exit to Aston Villa in 2019.

However, Luiz blossomed in the West Midlands, establishing a reputation as one of the best players in his position in the top flight and securing a £43.5m move to Juventus during the summer window.

The 26-year-old is yet to make his mark in Turin, though, failing to register a goal or assist in 16 appearances across all competitions and starting just three matches in Serie A for Thiago Motta's side.

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Arteta's plans to be ruined by Barca? Gunners face battle for European striker

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Arsenal are reported to be in a transfer battle with Barcelona for the signature of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.

The Gunners drew 2-2 with Aston Villa on Saturday evening and lost ground in the Premier League title race, with league leaders Liverpool six points ahead despite having played a game less.

Though Mikel Arteta's side took a two-goal lead against Villa, fans have become concerned about the team's ability to finish chances, and these concerns have been amplified in light of Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus's respective injuries.

Arteta may have to wait until the summer for attacking reinforcements as January is a notoriously difficult time to do business in given clubs are often reluctant to lose key assets in the middle of a season.

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'Who knows what will happen': Reds attacker speaks out on future under Slot

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Liverpool attacker Harvey Elliott has admitted that he is frustrated at his lack of playing time under Arne Slot but has insisted that he has no plans to leave anytime soon.

The Reds beat Brentford 2-0 on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League thanks to two goals from Darwin Nunez in second-half stoppage time, maintaining their advantage at the top of the division.

Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Aston Villa later on Saturday means the Merseysiders are six points ahead of the Gunners despite having played a game fewer, and it is difficult to see anyone stopping the league leaders.

Elliott came on from the substitutes bench and played important roles in both of Nunez's goals, and though he has not featured much for Slot this season, he told the Liverpool Echo that he will fight for his place, saying: "Absolutely [I want to stay]. Liverpool is my club, Liverpool is my team. I want to fight for my place, fight for my position in the team.

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