With plenty of transfer gossip doing the rounds, Sports Mole takes a look at the stories emerging from the rumourmill this afternoon.
This lunchtime's headlines:
Cardiff City to loan Zaha?
Wilfried Zaha will reportedly join Cardiff City on loan from Manchester United, but has yet to undergo a medical.
Chelsea target Griezmann as Mata replacement?
Chelsea want to sign Antoine Griezmann as a replacement for Manchester United-bound Juan Mata, according to a report.
Chelsea plan Barkley move?
Chelsea are reportedly keen on replacing Juan Mata with Everton midfielder Ross Barkley as they plan a summer bid.
Essien close to AC Milan move?
Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien could be close to completing a move to AC Milan, according to reports.
Arsenal "unlikely" to make signings
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that the club are "unlikely" to sign any new players before the close of the transfer window next week.
Wenger "open" to offering Vermaelen contract extension
Arsene Wenger says that he is "ready" to offer Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen a contract extension.
Martinez unsure over Traore deal
Roberto Martinez says that Everton will have to play the waiting game with regards to their deal to sign Lacina Traore from Monaco due to Radamel Falcao's injury blow.
Wigan loan McEachran
Chelsea announce that midfielder Josh McEachran has joined Wigan Athletic on loan until the end of the season.
Montpellier demand £86m for Cabella
Montpellier owner Louis Nicollin says that Newcastle United must pay £86m to sign Remy Cabella.
Darren Plant
