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Transfer Talk Daily Update: Philippe Coutinho, Luka Modric, Alvaro Morata

Transfer Talk Daily Update: Coutinho, Modric, Morata
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe have one final chance to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.

Sunday morning's headlines:

Report: Manchester United, Chelsea in battle for Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho
Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho is reportedly being eyed up by Manchester United and Chelsea, a year on from leaving Premier League rivals Liverpool. Read more.

Luka Modric wants "long" Real Madrid stay amid talk of unrest
Inter Milan-linked midfielder Luka Modric says that he is "happy" at Real Madrid and is not seeking a move away from the Spanish capital. Read more.

Alvaro Morata 'to complete Atletico Madrid switch on Tuesday'
A report claims that Alvaro Morata will become an Atletico Madrid player early next week, but only after Gonzalo Higuain has arrived at Stamford Bridge from Juventus. Read more.

Inter Milan beat Chelsea to Nicolo Barella signing?
Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella, linked with a move to Chelsea this month, is reportedly heading to Inter Milan in a deal worth up to £44m. Read more.

Brendan Rodgers awaits decision on Scott Brown's future at Celtic
Brown has been linked with a move to Australia and A-League side Western Melbourne. Read more.

Cardiff secure club-record capture of Sala
The 28-year-old Argentinian striker has signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with the club. Read more.

Real Madrid 'turn down Javi Sanchez offers'
Real Madrid reject offers from three clubs - including Premier League side Bournemouth - for Javi Sanchez, according to a report. Read more.

Real Madrid 'not active in transfer market'
Real Madrid will not be making any further additions this month despite their injury problems, according to a report. Read more.

Jurgen Klopp shuts down Philippe Coutinho speculation
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp denies that he wants to bring Barcelona attacker Philippe Coutinho back to Anfield. Read more.

Agent: 'Eder Militao not leaving in January'
Porto defender Eder Militao will not be on the move in the January transfer window but could join Real Madrid this summer, says his agent Giuliano Bertolucci. Read more.

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley 'set to foot the bill for January transfers'
The sportswear magnate has become frustrated at the lack of progress over a potential club takeover. Read more.

Man City offer £55m for Gremio forward Everton Soares?
A report claims that Gremio forward Everton Soares is the subject of a £55m offer from Premier League champions Manchester City. Read more.

Arsenal 'willing to pay £19.2m to sign Denis Suarez'
Denis Suarez could reportedly be on his way to Arsenal before the end of the January transfer window, with the Gunners working on a loan arrangement with Barcelona. Read more.

Inter Milan to offer Manchester United target Milan Skriniar new contract?
Milan Skriniar has reportedly been offered a new contract by Inter Milan in an attempt to stave off interest from Manchester United. Read more.

Report: Chelsea closing in on £31m midfielder Leandro Paredes
A report claims that Leandro Paredes will join Chelsea in a £31m deal from Zenit St Petersburg in the coming days. Read more.

Arsenal, Juventus 'battling for Braga teen Francisco Trincao'
Francisco Trincao, who won the Golden Boot at last year's European Under-19s Championship, is reportedly on the radar of both Arsenal and Juventus. Read more.

Trent Alexander-Arnold signs five-year contract at Liverpool
The 20-year-old has established himself as the Reds' first-choice right-back. Read more.

Manchester City make Ivan Angulo approach?
Manchester City allegedly show an interest in signing Palmeiras youngster Ivan Angulo, according to an unnamed director at the Brazilian club. Read more.

Monaco considering move for Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini?
Monaco are reportedly considering a January bid for Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini, who could be allowed to leave Old Trafford this month. Read more.

Chelsea to scout Heerenveen forward Arber Zeneli?
Chelsea reportedly take an interest in Heerenveen forward Arber Zeneli and will allegedly send a scout to watch the Kosovo international this weekend. Read more.

Chelsea winger Eden Hazard 'edging closer to Real Madrid move'
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is reportedly edging closer to securing a transfer to Real Madrid at the end of the season. Read more.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'tells Manchester United to sign Steven Bergwijn'
Caretaker boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly tells Manchester United to secure a deal for PSV Eindhoven midfielder Steven Bergwijn. Read more.

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