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    Welcome to our live coverage of today’s latest transfer news, gossip and done deals as we bring you the very latest rumours from the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal and more.

    The biggest transfer story of the window has, of course, been Manchester United’s interest in Sporting Lisbon skipper Bruno Fernandes. After weeks of little movement we are expecting that story to progress significantly in the next 48 hours, as United move to bolster their injury-hit squad. One of Wednesday’s most intriguing rumours was that Daniel Levy has contacted Real Madrid about potentially bringing Gareth Bale back to the club on loan. The Welshman would be open to the move and Real are desperate for him to leave the club – but will Spurs be able to afford his staggering wages, even if partially subsidised by the Spanish giants?

    Meanwhile, Liverpool have been fairly active this month and could move for a third younger player while also continuing to monitor Timo Werner, who appears increasingly open to a move to Anfield. And Chelsea are also chasing a new striker and expect the Premier League rivals to clash over the next few days as they pursue similar transfer targets. So stick with us and follow all of the latest transfer news, gossip and done deals live below.

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    2020-01-23T09:29:51.456Z

    Wolves transfer target Nelson Oliveira has told current club AEK Athens that he wants to move to the Premier League. 

    The 28-year-old previously played for Nottingham Forrest, Norwich and Reading and has enjoyed a prolific campaign in Greece, scoring 9 goals in just 15 league appearances this season.

    2020-01-23T09:24:10.800Z

    Chelsea are considering selling Kepa and replacing him with ... Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope.

    That's according to 90Min who say the Blues are seriously considering selling the 25-year-old this summer, even though they are painfully aware they are unlikely to recoup a significant portion of the £71.6m they shelled out on him.

    2020-01-23T09:19:21.136Z

    Leeds United are preparing for a double exit this month.

    Guille Amor and Rafa MujIca are set to imminently depart Elland Road this month, according to the Yorkshire Evening Post.

    The two Spaniards both arrived from Barcelona’s academy as development signings but have failed to break into the Leeds first-team.

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    2020-01-23T09:12:11.753Z

    Arsenal could turn to Matviyenko after Lyon appeared close to sealing a deal for Bruno Guimaraes, a previous target for the Gunners.

    L'Equipe are reporting that Lyon are close to securing a £21m move for the Athletico Paranaense defender.

    2020-01-23T09:06:26.980Z

    Shakhtar Dontetsk centre-back Mykola Matviyenko has opened the door to a move to Arsenal.

    The defender has previously been linked with a move to Manchester City but Arsenal scouts are believed to have watched him this month.

    And the player's agent has said that he has already held meetings with the north London club.

    Matviyenko's agent Yuriy Danchenko told Ukrainian media: "My colleagues and I have been constantly in contact with representatives of the Arsenal, and have meetings.

    "We hope that these negotiations will succeed."

    2020-01-23T09:02:04.166Z

    Most newspapers this morning have reported that Spurs have turned to Willian Jose in their hunt for a new striker, but Turkish newspaper Aksam has thrown another name into the hat.

    They say that the club are scouting Fenerbache striker Vedat Muriqi, who is valued at £20m.

    The Kosovo international is enjoying a prolific season and has scored 11 goals in 17 games for the Turkish Super Lig side.

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    2020-01-23T08:54:12.250Z

    Leicester City are ready to spend £15m on Southampton defender Jannik Vestergaard.

    That's according to The Sun, who report that Leicester are close to a deal for the 27-year-old.

    Brendan Rodgers has been after a new defender all season, with Wes Morgan struggling for fitness and Filip Benkovic close to leaving the club on loan.

    2020-01-23T08:47:53.576Z

    Barnsley and Wolfsberger AC have agreed a deal for defender Michael Sollbauer. 

    The 29-year-old midfielder is set to undergo a medical at the Championship strugglers today.

    2020-01-23T08:42:32.220Z

    Stockport County defender Festus Arthur is being scouted by Leicester City, Ipswich Town and Hull City, according to The Telegraph.

    The 18-year-old has been a breakthrough star for the National League side this season and has already become a first-team regular for Jim Gannon this season.

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    2020-01-23T08:38:48.586Z

    Some news from Italy and make sure you pay attention to this one, because it gets complicated.

    Sky Sports Italia is claiming that...

    1. Inter Milan striker Matteo Politano has agreed a £20m move to Napoli.
    2. Napoli striker Fernando Llorente has agreed to join Inter on loan.
    3. Which means that Inter have officially ended their Olivier Giroud interest.
    4. Which, in turn, means that Edinson Cavani is unlikely to join the Blues.

    We told you it was complicated! 

    2020-01-23T08:33:36.216Z

    Real Madrid are interested in loaning out Gareth Bale to his former club Tottenham Hotspur.

    That's according to The Telegraph this morning, despite the recent assurances of Bale's agent that he would not leave Real on a short-term deal.

    "Why would one of the best players on Earth go on loan? That's ridiculous," Jonathan Barnett told the BBC.

    "At the moment, he is going to be playing football for Real Madrid and he has got two-and-a-half years left on his contract.

    "Things can change but loans are ridiculous and there are not many clubs that can afford him anyway."

    The Telegraph adds that Real Madrid have doubts over whether Spurs can finance any such move, given that Bale earns around £600k-per-week.

    So file this rumour in the 'unlikely' category. 

    2020-01-23T08:27:14.060Z

    Tahith Chong's days at Manchester United appear numbered.

    The 20-year-old winger is the subject of interest from Juventus and Inter Milan and his current contract expires in the summer.

    No new United deal looks forthcoming and now his agent has suggested Chong is primed to leave Old Trafford.

    "He [Ole Gunnar Solskjaer] has different views on Tahith than the [club's] leadership," Alkan told Voetbal International.

    "A coach thinks about himself, I think about my player. He has come to a point where he feels that he is not going any further. Then it's time to look further.

    "Most importantly, the [next] club must have a good plan for him so that Tahith can develop further in a good environment."

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    2020-01-23T08:24:23.380Z

    As reported earlier, England international Jodie Taylor has re-signed with Reign FC for the 2020 NWSL season, with an additional one-year option.

    "I am pleased to be returning to Reign FC for the 2020 season," Taylor, who scored five goals in 16 appearances last season, said.

    "There have been some exciting developments this off season, which I feel will only strengthen the club and team. I am eager to get started on what will be a promising year."

    2020-01-23T08:20:13.656Z

    Chelsea are still sniffing around for a new striker and a report in The Times this morning suggests they want to sign Edinson Cavani.

    The Paris Saint-Germain striker has been heavily linked with a move to Atletico Madrid who have been struggling to hit the back of the net in La Liga this season.

    But The Times says that Chelsea could move for Cavani imminently, signing the 32-year-old on loan for the rest of the season. 

    2020-01-23T08:17:03.140Z

    It may well be early, but we have a done deal!

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    2020-01-23T08:11:48.583Z

    West Ham have reportedly been offered Nantes midfielder Abdoulaye Toure.

    The 25-year-old, who has scored three goals in 19 appearances this season, would set the Hammers back around £13m. Bargain!

    2020-01-23T08:05:40.870Z

    Yesterday, we reported that Newcastle United were interested in signing Danny Rose on loan. But now it seems as though they are facing some competition, as Sky report that SIX clubs are vying for his signature.

    Disappointingly, Sky decline to mention the identity of the six clubs. But you can bet the majority are in the bottom half of the table. 

    2020-01-23T08:03:01.000Z

    The latest news from Tottenham Hotspur this morning: Spurs are set to turn their attentions to Real Sociedad striker Willian Jose after struggling to recruit a new striker this window.

    The club had previously been interested in Krzysztof Piatek and, according to numerous reports in France, had failed to tempt Edinson Cavani into moving to north London.

    And now The Guardian and others claim that they are holding talks with the Brazilian striker Willian Jose.

    The Sociedad striker was left out of their match against Espanyol last night as talks progressed. A tweet from the club read: "Lobete enters the list instead of Willian Jose. The forward has asked the club to remain on the sidelines until his situation is clarified."

    When asked about the move, Jose Mourinho meanwhile commented: "He's a Real Sociedad player. I don't comment on players from other clubs. I can only speak about my players. I think it's a question of respect to the coaches and the clubs where the players belong."

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    2020-01-23T07:57:35.583Z

    Some early morning news from Sky: the broadcaster claims that West Ham are not interested in re-signing Dimitri Payet from Marseille.

    L'Equipe had earlier claimed that Payet could be tempted into a move back to east London, but those trusty 'Sky Sources' say there's little chance of the deal happening. 

    2020-01-23T07:55:56.260Z

    Disappointed Manchester United fans should remain positive after last night's defeat by Burnley, according to Paul Scholes.

    Because he has claimed that the 2-0 loss at Old Trafford could finally spur United into action when it comes to signing Bruno Fernandes from Sporting.

    “Too often this season Manchester United have had two good results and then had two or three bad results,” Scholes told Premier League Productions’ on Wednesday night. 

    “That performance tonight might do him [Solskjaer] a favour in the transfer market. 

    “It might spur the club on to spend that few extra million on the players they’re looking at like Bruno Fernandes. 

    “It might get done tomorrow because of this. 

    “He needs more bodies in the building. He’s got some big injuries so he needs help.

    “The club need to help him now. I fear for the next few weeks because the injured players aren’t coming back for a while. 

    “He’s stuck with these players for now unless they sign anyone.”

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    United and Chelsea have both been linked with Dinamo and Spain star Dani Olmo. There could also be some big moves across Europe. Real Madrid have been linked with a £68m move for Timo Werner, as well as Flamengo wonder kid Reinier, while Arsenal have turned their eyes to RB Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano as a long-term target.

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