What the papers say
Real Madrid have been tipped as possible bidders for Christian Eriksen, with £100million mentioned as a potential offer. According to The Sun the Danish playmaker, 26, is believed to be stalling on signing a new contract with Tottenham – even though Spurs are reportedly prepared to pay him £250,000-a-week.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has won over Manchester United's players and they want to keep him as their manager, the Daily Mirror reports. The Norwegian has emulated Sir Matt Busby's historic start to life in the Red hotseat, overseeing victories in his first five matches in all competitions. Spurs' Mauricio Pochettino is said to be the United board's top pick, although the players are reported to be happy with the caretaker.
Day 1️⃣ of #MUFC training in Dubai ☀️ pic.twitter.com/ToEk5oFZ8n — Manchester United (@ManUtd) January 7, 2019
Sevilla have opened talks with the agent of Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata, according to Spanish website Estadio Deportivo. Chelsea are said to be looking for a replacement before allowing the Spain international, who cost the club £60million in 2017, to go.
Cesc Fabregas' rumoured move to Monaco from Stamford Bridge has hit rocky ground over the transfer fee, the Evening Standard reports. The 31-year-old midfielder has agreed personal terms over a two-and-a-half year contract, the paper says. However the Blues are trying to avoid him leaving for free, despite having just five months left on his contract.
500 games in English football, the best and most competitive football in the world, what a ride it has been! A proper dream come true to reach these numbers. Another proud moment in my career. I will see you all at the Bridge on Saturday. @arsenal @chelseafc #cesc500 pic.twitter.com/LN2DSb9CIC — Cesc Fàbregas Soler (@cesc4official) January 2, 2019
Social media round-up
Did #CR7 drop a hint that he is already plotting his next move? https://t.co/hGOjBxmDbp
— Daily Star Sport (@DailyStar_Sport) January 8, 2019
Karim Benzema to Chelsea betting suspended as Blues eye striker addition https://t.co/IX8BTRdQEi
— Irish Mirror Sport (@MirrorSportIE) January 7, 2019
Players to watch
Matthijs de Ligt: Ajax's Holland international defender, 19, has been urged to sign for Manchester United and snub Juventus, the MEN reports.
Timo Werner: Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich have joined the race for the 22-year-old Liverpool-linked Leipzig striker, Bild reports.
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