Football Transfer Talk / Zone

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Benzema: I don't know anything about PSG interest
The France attacker says he is oblivious to the attention shown from les Parisiens, and is determined to stay and help the Blancos win their 10th European Cup in history

Feyenoord open contract talks with Clasie
The promising 21-year-old midfielder has caught the attention of Serie A giants Juventus, but his current club are determined to hold on to him and have offered him a new deal

Muller signs Bayern Munich extension until 2017
The 23-year-old Germany international has reached an agreement with the Bundesliga leaders over a new deal that will keep him at die Roten for two additional seasons

Giefer: I turned down Bayern Munich
The young shot-stopper had caught the attention of the Allianz Arena side, but he eventually opted to snub the Bavarians in favour of Dusseldorf because he wanted first-team action

Remy refuses to rule out Newcastle switch
The France international striker had kind words for the club's standing and supporters as rumours continue to link him with a move away from Marseille in the winter window

Sao Paulo announce the signing of former Juventus defender Lucio
The former Brazil captain has agreed to return to his homeland after a 12-year spell abroad, and is expected to make a big impact on his new side who are targeting silverware

Ranieri talks up possible Beckham move to Monaco
With a January move being mooted, the Italian has claimed the potential arrival of the 37-year-old would be "helpful in all aspects of the development of the club"

Paulinho wants to stay at Corinthians
The midfielder admits the club were in talks with Inter regarding a transfer, but he has decided to stay in South America in an attempt to build on his Club World Cup triumph

Sterling set to agree new five-year Liverpool deal
The Merseysiders are confident that the 18-year-old winger will sign his first major contract, which is expected to start at £30,000-a-week with staggered pay rises every season

Bayern Munich will not sell any players, insists Sammer
The Bavarians' sporting director does not anticipate any winter departures as he aims to keep the team that has dominated the Bundesliga so far together

Juventus keeping tabs on Danilo & Bocchetti
The reigning champions are looking into the possibility to add to their ranks in January, but could decide to stick with their current defensive options for the rest of the season

AC Milan ponder shock De Rossi swoop
The San Siro powerhouse are looking to strengthen their squad this winter, and have earmarked the Roma midfielder as the ideal addition

PSG confirm interest in Mourinho & Cristiano Ronaldo
The Ligue 1 leaders have admitted that they are keen to sign the Portuguese duo as they have set their sights on silverware in Europe

Ajaccio sack coach Alex Dupont
The French side have decided to part ways with the trainer as the team only managed to pick 19 points from 18 league games and find themselves three points off the relegation spots

Walcott hails Arsenal's 'big family' but refuses to budge on contract talk
The England international played centrally as the Gunners defeated Reading 5-2 on Monday evening but revealed that his future with the club is far from certain

Delio Rossi named Sampdoria coach
The 52-year-old trainer takes charge of Blucerchiati after the dismissal of Ciro Ferrara on Monday, and will work with new sporting director Carlo Osti

Roger Espinoza set to join Wigan
The Honduras international has been granted a work permit to play in England and will join up with the Latics when his contract with Sporting Kansas City expires in January

Official: Leverkusen sign Arkadiusz Milik
The German team announced on Monday that they have secured the services of the promising Polish striker, who joins the Werkself on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee

Carlos Bianchi returns to Boca Juniors for third coaching stint
The Argentine giants announced that the retired forward has been appointed as their first-team boss, replacing Julio Cesar Falcioni at the helm

Official: Tello extends Barcelona deal until 2016
The attacker has moved to silence reports that he could be heading for the exit door by signing a contract that will keep him at Camp Nou for three more seasons

New York Red Bulls sign Juninho Pernambucano
The 37-year-old Brazilian, who won 47 caps for the Selecao, has decided to make the move to MLS and reunite with former coach Gerard Houllier

Thierry Henry is not returning to Arsenal on loan, claims New York Red Bulls chief Houllier
The American club's head of global soccer says that Arsene Wenger has not been in touch regarding a temporary switch for the Frenchman, who he believes will rest over Christmas

Liverpool will have to pay 'substantial' amount for Butland, warns Clark
The 19-year-old goalkeeper, who has also been linked to Everton, will command a transfer fee higher than the reported £6 million (€7.3m) Southampton bid in the summer window

Eriksen: I hope I will finish the season with Ajax
The Denmark star has reiterated his desire to stay at the Amsterdam ArenA for the time being, and says he will only leave his current club, if and when the right moment comes

Lennon 'confident' of keeping Hooper at Celtic during January transfer window
The in-form striker has reportedly caught the eye of Premier League clubs including Southampton after impressing in his side's run to the knockout stages of the Champions League

Demba Ba: Arsenal are the kind of club who make you dream
The Newcastle United striker has sparked speculation that he could be set to leave St James' Park for the struggling Gunners during the January transfer window

Turan will leave Atletico Madrid at end of the season, says agent
According to his representative, the Turkey international is keen on a move away from La Liga in the summer, and will join one of five interested clubs in Europe

Tottenham boss Villas-Boas tells Redknapp to stay away from Parker and Dawson
The Spurs coach stated while the new Loftus Road chief may be interested in bringing former players to his struggling squad in January, the English duo are definitely not for sale

Sir Alex rules out Manchester United signings in January
Following his side's victory over the Black Cats, the Red Devils boss, also buoyed by the return of Nemanja Vidic, has ruled out bringing in reinforcements in the transfer window

Rodgers confident Sterling contract will be resolved
Amid much speculation surrounding the Reds youngster's future, the Northern Irishman believes that the winger's new deal will be wrapped up soon enough

AC Milan boss Allegri hoping to keep Robinho at club
The Rossoneri coach says he will do all he can to keep the Brazil international at the club and is confident that the transfer speculation will not affect his performances

Dortmund's Zorc denies receiving offers for Lewandowski
The German club's sporting director has denied claims that teams have already made offers for the Borussen forward

Mourinho is the best and we have to defend him, says Real Madrid vice-president
The Blancos official is of the opinion that the trainer has been unfairly targeted by the public and insisted that the club will do everything to protect his name

Low: I am not thinking about replacing Mourinho at Real Madrid
The trainer distanced himself from the rumours linking him to the job at the Santiago Bernabeu, pointing out that he has a contract with die Mannschaft until 2014

Robinho's father rules out Santos transfer
The Selecao star's dad insists his son will not go back to the Vila Belmiro next year, as he believes there is no reason for the forward and the Rossoneri to sever their ties

Beckham will not be joining Perth Glory, says owner
The A-League club's board member could not entice the midfielder into joining his side and he does not think a move to Australia in general appeals to the 36-year-old

Maicon return to Inter is 'absolutely impossible', says defender's agent
The former Nerazzurri defender's representative has dismissed rumours that his client could return to the Italian giants, insisting that his rare appearances are due to injuries

Benitez hails 'fantastic' Lampard after Chelsea contract talks are halted
With the Blues seemingly no longer interested in renewing the midfielder's contract, the Spaniard believes the club's decision is not based on the 34-year-old's playing ability

My client would not mind playing in Milan again - Huntelaar's agent
The agent of the Netherlands international has hinted that his player would prefer a move to the Nerazzurri over a transfer to the Premier League

Jovetic: I stayed with Fiorentina to challenge for Champions League spot
The Montenegro international revealed that he was given a promise by the club that the Viola will improve their squad and fight for a place in Europe's elite club competition

 

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I live for Roma, says De Rossi as he dismisses transfer talk
The Italy star has stressed he has no desire to quit his boyhood club, adding that it would be "a big drama" for him to leave the capital outfit

Friedel signs new Tottenham deal until 2014
The 41-year-old has lost his place in the starting XI to summer signing Hugo Lloris, but has extended his stay at White Hart Lane as Spurs look to qualify for the Champions League

Flamengo break off Robinho talks with AC Milan
The leaders of the Rubro-Negro met with their Milanese counterparts on Monday to discuss a deal for the attacker, but the Italian side's demands have proved too great

Wenger: I will only sign exceptional players for Arsenal in January
The Gunners boss is under pressure to add to his squad following his worst start to a season with the club, but is only in the market for signings who will make a real difference

Downing hopes improved performances will keep him at Liverpool
The Reds winger is optimistic that, since being told by Brendan Rodgers that he would be allowed to leave in January, he has done enough to prove that he should stay

Liverpool manager Rodgers refutes claims of Sturridge contract clause
The Anfield boss insists that no new signings will specify in what position they will play when negotiating a deal and is adamant that Stewart Downing will not be sold in January

Rodgers looking for early deals in January
The Liverpool boss admits he is looking to add to his squad in the upcoming window, with Daniel Sturridge expected to move from Chelsea in a £12 million deal after a medical

Juventus coach Conte unaware of any move for Drogba
The Old Lady trainer says he is puzzled by persistent reports linking the former Chelsea striker with a move to Turin

Taarabt: My agent is in talks with AC Milan
The QPR star claims his representative has spoken to Rossoneri chief executive Adriano Galliani regarding a move that he sees as a platform to joining Real Madrid or Barcelona

Drogba is better than Balotelli, says Ambrosini
Both strikers have been linked with moves to AC Milan in recent weeks, but the Rossoneri skipper is in no doubt as to which he would rather line up with

Verratti rules out Roma switch
The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder claims that he will remain at the club for the foreseeable future, and praised some of his team-mates

Wilshere urges Walcott to sign new contract at Arsenal
The midfielder extended his deal at the club last week to 2018 and, with the January transfer window approaching, wants his team-mate to follow suit and stay in north London

Zubizarreta: In January Barcelona will keep Villa
The Blaugrana director of football insists that the former Valencia striker will remain at Camp Nou despite reports linking him with a move to Arsenal in the new year

'No question!' Lukaku prefers season-long West Brom stay to Chelsea return
The 19-year-old striker, who scored his sixth Premier League goal of the season against Norwich City, expresses his desire to remain on loan at the Hawthorns until the summer

Genoa striker Ze Eduardo to sign for Vasco da Gama
The former Palmeiras forward revealed that he has struggled to adapt to the cold weather in Italy and is looking forward to the warmth of Rio de Janeiro

Galliani: Pato and Robinho have asked to leave Milan
The vice president has admitted the striking duo could be heading out of San Siro in January, as negotiations with Brazilian clubs are believed to be already underway

Chelsea reports are just 'paper talk' – Assou-Ekotto
The Tottenham left-back has heard nothing about a rumoured move to the Blues, who are expected to lose Ashley Cole to Paris Saint-Germain at the end of his contract

Mickael Landreau signs for Bastia on six-month deal
The Ligue 1 side have announced that they have landed the signature of the France international and former Lille shot-stopper, who will officially join the side on December 31

Huntelaar announces he has signed new Schalke deal
The striker took to his personal Twitter and Facebook accounts to break the news to his followers, drawing to an end speculation linking him with a move away from Germany

Hazard dreams of playing for Real Madrid, reveals Belgium team-mate Benteke
The Aston Villa striker praised his compatriot's start to life at Stamford Bridge, suggesting there is no reason why he cannot play for the Spanish giants if he continues his form

Sturridge set to undergo Liverpool medical
The Chelsea striker is booked in for a physical examination at the Reds' Melwood training ground as he prepares for a €14.7 million move in the January transfer window

Berlusconi rules out Drogba & Balotelli bids
The AC Milan president played down reports linking the striking duo to the Italian giants in the January window, and insisted they are not transfer targets

Official: Hecking appointed Wolfsburg coach
The German team have announced that the 48-year-old has taken over the reins at the Volkswagen Arena and signed a contract that ties him to the club until 2016

Palmeiras coach: Who wouldn't want Riquelme?
The Alviverde boss revealed that signing the Argentine would be a coup for the Brazilian club, but insisted that the Verdao are not the only outfit interested in the player

Trying to sign Pato is like dating a woman, says Corinthians president
The official revealed that the Brazilian team are interested in the former Internacional striker, but stated that everyone at the club should remain patient

Debuchy set for January stay but still eyeing Newcastle switch
The France international remains keen to make a move to Tyneside and has not ruled out a move in the New Year but admits it is more likely to happen at the end of the campaign

Mourinho says Kaka is unlikely to leave Bernabeu during transfer window
The Portuguese coach says the attacker is unlikely to depart in January, and spoke about Uefa's recent sanctions towards Saturday's opponents Malaga

Chelsea target Walcott, Pjanic & Willian to replace Sturridge
European champions want to recruit a proven wideman to allow Rafael Benitez to rotate his attacking options as a deal to secure Falcao next month hangs in the balance

Redknapp looking for QPR to strike early January deals
The Hoops boss has garnered a reputation for acting late in transfer windows in an attempt to get the best price, but has dismissed taking a similar approach this season

Marotta rules out Juventus pursuit of Drogba
The Ivorian had been put forward as a possible striking reinforcement for the Bianconeri, who have been accused of lacking potency, but their general manager is looking elsewhere

Eriksson emerges as rival to Maradona for Iraq job
World Eleven marketing director Hernan Tofoni has shared that besides his Argentine client, the former Sweden boss has caught the attention of the Iraqi Football Association

‘We can dismiss that’ - Ferguson rejects claims Scholes will retire at end of season
The Red Devils boss believes the 38-year-old midfielder can continue beyond the current campaign, while also praising the longevity of Ryan Giggs and Rio Ferdinand

QPR boss Redknapp: Anelka deal will depend on money
The new Loftus Road boss is keen on signing the former Chelsea striker, but admits any move is dependent on the player and the club finding a compromise over potential wages

Sneijder preparing for Inter exit, says wife
The Dutch playmaker has been frozen out of Andrea Stramaccioni's first team for the last few months, and could end his Nerazzurri career as soon as January

Allegri: New striker arrival depends on Robinho or Pato leaving
The Rossoneri trainer insists that the club may only invest in a new attacker in case the two Brazilians will depart, while discussing several personnel options

Schweinsteiger: I could leave Bayern Munich
The versatile midfielder has hinted at saying farewell to the Bundesliga leaders at some point in the future, but has no intention of moving on just yet

Official: Renato Augusto makes Corinthians switch
The Brazilian midfielder has called time on his four-year spell in the Bundesliga, and will return to his homeland at the start of the January transfer window

Thiago Silva: I miss Milan & I want to return
The Brazilian has admitted that he still holds the San Siro club in his heart and says he would definitely return to the Serie A giants should the opportunity arise

Pardew uncertain of Ba future at Newcastle
The Magpies boss is unsure whether the Senegalese striker will still be at St James' Park come the end of the January transfer window due to release clause in his contract

Jol looking to surprise with January additions at Fulham
The Cottagers' boss is looking to strengthen his team when the transfer window re-opens next month and feels good scouting as well analysis is key to bringing in the right players

Blackpool boss Appleton denies Liverpool deal for Ince
Reports suggested that the Reds have already agreed a deal to bring their former player back to Anfield in the January transfer window, but his current boss has refuted such claims

Rodgers expects Sterling to agree new Liverpool deal within 24 hours
The Reds manager told reporters at that he expects the precocious winger to sign a new contract in the immediate future that will see him stay at Anfield for the foreseeable future

AC Milan & Juventus keeping tabs on Leandro Paredes
The Argentine youngster has attracted the interest of both Serie A powerhouses, and a transfer to Italy could be on the horizon in the not too distant future

 

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Transfer wrap: Sturridge to Liverpool, Ba headed for Chelsea

3 January 2013

Liverpool have completed the signing of Daniel Sturridge from Chelsea on a long-term contract.

Sturrridge, who was part of the Chelsea squad that won the FA Cup and Champions League last season, becomes the fourth signing of the Brendan Rodgers era at Anfield.

And the 23-year-old could make his debut for Liverpool in their FA Cup tie against Mansfield on Sunday.

Sturridge had made just one league start for Chelsea this season, and is delighted to have moved to a club as steeped in history as Liverpool.

"I am humbled and happy to be here," Sturridge told the club's official website.

"Brendan Rodgers said he sees me here for a long time - and I also see myself here for a long time. I've not signed here to play for a couple of years and then move on.

"I've signed to be here for as long as possible. It's a humongous club - for me, one of the biggest in the world - and to have the fans and world-class players we have here is amazing."

And while Chelsea have offloaded one striker, they are preparing to bring in another with Newcastle United confirming the London club have triggered Demba Ba's release clause.

The former West Ham marksman is set to hold talks with Chelsea and has been withdrawn from Newcastle's squad for Wednesday's Premier League game against Everton.

Meanwhile, Wigan Athletic have signed young Manchester United striker Angelo Henriquez on loan until the end of the season.

The 18-year-old joined the Old Trafford side in August 2012, but has yet to make his first-team debut after finding himself behind the likes of Robin van Persie and Chicharito in the pecking order.

Henriquez, who made his full international debut in November during Chile's defeat to Serbia and going on to net his first goal, could debut in Saturday's FA Cup clash with Bournemouth.

In other transfer news on Wednesday, Bundesliga outfit Hannover confirmed they have opened talks with Arsenal regarding a move for out of favour defender Johan Djourou.

"I can confirm the name (of Djourou)," Hannover president Martin Kind told Bild. "He is on our list. There have been talks."

Djorou, who is out of favour at Arsenal, could reportedly join the club on loan with the view of a permanent deal.

Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk midfielder Derek Boateng is expected to complete a move to Fulham after undergoing a medical at Craven Cottage on Wednesday.

Atalanta defender Federico Peluso underwent a medical at Serie A champions Juventus ahead of his protracted season-long loan, with the option of making the transfer permanent at the end of the campaign.

Borussia Dortmund general manager Michael Zorc has confirmed the Bundesliga champions are opened to the idea of bringing midfielder Nuri Sahin back to the club, with the Turkish international struggling for game time at Liverpool.

Former Italy international striker Tommaso Rocchi is set to move to Inter Milan in the coming days after completing his final training session with Serie A rivals Lazio.

Argentine giants Boca Juniors revealed they have made an attempt to bring Valencia midfielder Fernando Gago back to the club in January.

 

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Sneijder: It would be best if I leave Inter in January
The former Real Madrid midfielder, who has been locked in a contractual dispute with the club and subsequently frozen out of the first team, stated that he should depart the team

Falcao rules out January transfer
The Colombian star has stated that he intends to stay with Atletico Madrid until the end of the season, but made clear that he will certainly play in a different league one day

Moyes: Everton would welcome Villa if he could come on loan
The Scot says the club do not want any of their players to leave Goodison Park in January but concedes he would be happy to sign the Spaniard if he is keen on a transfer

Sir Alex Ferguson: I am not looking to do any serious transfer business in January
The Manchester United boss told the club's supporters not to hold their breath waiting for new arrivals as he is more than satisfied with the players he currently has in his squad

Redknapp rules out Frank Lampard or Demba Ba signings
The QPR manager has played down links with the Chelsea midfielder and Newcastle striker, believing it will be much harder to find suitable and available additions to his squad

Villas-Boas quashes Sneijder rumours
The Spurs manager has rubbished reports linking the north London club with a move for the Dutch superstar insisting the squad does not require any new additions

'Yes, I will be busy' - Wenger confirms Arsenal plan to spend in January
The Gunners' boss revealed he is on the lookout for someone who can immediately improve his squad, while also considering letting some of his current players move on

Yanga-Mbiwa reveals his Manchester United dream
Despite interest from AC Milan and others, the France international defender spoke of his ambition to play in the Premier League but says he hopes for a move to Old Trafford

Mario Balotelli arrival will signal the start of AC Milan's road back to greatness
The Rossoneri may be in crisis but the probable arrival of the Italy star will lock down a top-class attack for the next decade and prompt the beginning of a new positive chapter

Guardiola will return next year, says Laporta
The former president believes that the coach will be back in the hot seat somewhere in 2013, but he cast doubt over the possibility of Paris Saint-Germain

Dzagoev: Playing for Zeman would be a dream
The Russian youngster is keen to make the move to Serie A, and claims that his style of football is well-suited to that of the Czech coach

Centurion ignores Porto and Benfica interest
The Racing midfielder, who has been called up to the Argentina squad recently, insists that transfer speculation linking him to Europe will not affect his focus or performances

Anzhi rubbish rumours of €250 million bid for Messi
The club's marketing consultant says there is not a 'shred of truth' in reports linking the Barcelona star with his side, and said such a transfer goes against their principles

Kahn: Schalke should target Mainz coach Tuchel
The former Bayern Munich goalkeeper believes that the Coface Arena boss would be an ideal replacement for Huub Stevens, while he also named his Bundesliga stars so far this season

Ancelotti rules out Ronaldo swoop
The Paris Saint-Germain head coach believes that his current squad have enough quality not to need the Real Madrid star, and cited financial impossibilities as another reason

Zamparini: I would not sell Ilicic even for €30 million
The Rosanero chairman has stated that the club intends to hold on to the Slovenia international, and made clear that no amount of money will make him change his mind

'Heitinga is certainly not happy' - Everton defender's agent hints at move
The Dutchman's representative has revealed that he is displeased with his current squad status and will leave the Merseyside club if "the right situation" presents itself

Birmingham confirm Liverpool talks with Butland
The Championship club have stated that they are in talks with the Premier League side about the possibility of the English keeper moving to Anfield in the January transfer window

Holtby confirms intention to leave Schalke
The 22-year-old refused to sign an extension with his current side, paving the way for a Bosman move in the summer, and the club's general manager insists they respect his decision

Juventus to make renewed bid of €7 million for Llorente
The Old Lady are prepared to redouble their efforts to sign the Spain international, having seen a previous bid of €4m rejected for the target man by the Basque club

Arsenal will not sign Demba Ba, says Wenger
With the Senegal international coming up against Arsenal on Saturday, the Frenchman has denied any claims that the striker will be heading for the Emirates.

Livaja happy to leave Inter on loan deal
The Croatia striker has said he would not rule out a loan move away from the Serie A side if the opportunity arose

Cavani: €55 million bid changes nothing
The Napoli attacker insisted that he has earned his current valuation through hard work and effort, and claims that his objectives for the season remain the same

Spartak Moscow deny De Boer approach
Marc Overmars had claimed that the Eredivisie boss had been offered €6 million a year to run the Russian club, but Spartak's caretaker coach laughed off the suggestion

Mainz defender Kirchhoff agrees terms with Schalke
The Mainz centre-back, whose contract is set to run out in the summer, has agreed terms with the Gelsenkirchen side and could leave the Coface Arena in the January transfer window

Liverpool boss Rodgers rules out January spending spree
The Reds have been short on attacking options during the first few months of the season, but their boss has ruled out breaking the bank on big-money transfers next month

Beckham 'in no hurry' to join a new club
The former England captain is mulling over his options after ending his five-year stay with LA Galaxy but his representatives say he will not be rushed into making his next move

 

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Imminent Inter move offers fitting end to Rocchi career, says agent
The veteran forward is on the brink of a move to the Nerazzurri in the January transfer window after 10 years with Lazio, according to his representative

Boca Juniors reveal Gago bid
The Argentina outfit have revealed that they have made a formal offer for the Valencia midfielder and would like to bring him back to his homeland in January

Sneijder could yet stay at Inter, says Zanetti
The veteran defender revealed he has told the attacker to 'choose from the heart' as he ponders his future, and he believes Ricardo Alvarez will not necessarily leave in January

Liverpool sign Sturridge from Chelsea
The England international signed a long-term contract at Melwood on Wednesday afternoon and expressed his desire to stay with the Anfield outfit for a "long time"

Hannover chiefs keen on deal for Arsenal defender Djourou within 48 hours
The German side want to take the centre-back to the AWD Arena for the rest of the season after the Switzerland international has only appeared twice this campaign for the Gunners

Borussia Dortmund consider move for on-loan Liverpool midfielder Sahin
The Turkey international's career has stuttered since he left the German champions in 2011 for Real Madrid, but BVB are interested in bringing him back to Signal Iduna Park

Chelsea given permission to speak to Demba Ba by Newcastle
The European champions triggered the release clause in the Senegalese striker's contract, believed to be £7.5 million, and will now hold discussions with the player over a move

Derek Boateng has Fulham medical ahead of move
Talks resumed between Dnipro's Ghanaian midfielder and the Cottagers in early December and now it appears he is set to complete a January move to west London

Chelsea target Ba insists he feels 'detached' from money
The prolific Newcastle striker is reportedly being earmarked for a lucrative January move to west London but has claimed he is not motivated by financial reward

I think Mourinho will stay, says Ronaldo
The 27-year-old insists that the current head coach is the right man to lead the Blancos forward, but added that he will not discuss his own contract renewal any further

Pato close to Corinthians move, says agent
The Brazil international is set to make a return to his homeland and turn down the advances of a host of European clubs in the process

Peluso undergoing Juventus medical
The 28-year-old is closing in on a move to the reigning Serie A champions after the club confirmed the latest developments

Wigan confirm loan signing of Manchester United striker Angelo Henriquez
The Chile international has yet to make his Red Devils debut since joining the club in August and has now been farmed out to the Latics for the remainder of the season

Zorc: Gotze is happy at Borussia Dortmund
The BVB director is confident the forward will remain at his current club, while stressing Robert Lewandowski will not be sold

'No price in the world' will land Manchester United target Lewandowski, says Dortmund chief Watzke
The Bundesliga club's chief executive has ruled out the prospect of a potential winter move to the Premier League for the prolific Poland international forward

January spending needed to ensure good 2013 for Villas-Boas and Tottenham
The Portuguese coach is presiding over a youthful and dynamic team growing in confidence, but still lacking in certain key areas which only winter investment can rectify

Redknapp: Letting Lampard go would be a 'big mistake'
The QPR boss believes that their west London rivals would struggle to find a replacement for the England midfielder, who he coached during his time at West Ham

Sunderland striker Ji completes Augsburg loan switch
The Black Cats forward has joined the Bundesliga strugglers on a temporary deal until the end of the season after failing to establish himself since moving to Wearside

Inter-bound Rocchi confirms Lazio departure
The veteran forward has bid farewell to the Biancocelesti as he prepares to apply the finishing touches to his move to the Giuseppe Meazza as an understudy to Diego Milito

Villas-Boas reiterates Tottenham interest in Leandro Damiao: He'll always be on our list
The Spurs boss has spoken of his admiration for the Brazilian pair, who were mooted as transfer targets for the North London club in the summer

Tottenham defender Rose happy to stay on loan at Sunderland
The England Under-21 international says he is settled at the Stadium of Light and would rather stay and play every week rather than move back to London and sit on the bench

Redknapp: I would like to bring Joe Cole to QPR
The Rs manager has admitted he is interested in signing the Liverpool midfielder and says he will talk to Brendan Rodgers as he attempts as his wages may prove a stumbling block

Adkins: Southampton are not looking to sell Luke Shaw to Arsenal
The manager says that the 17-year-old left-back is linked with the Gunners every week, but he is under contract at St Mary's and they do not want him to leave

Tottenham goalkeeper Cudicini joins LA Galaxy on free transfer
The 39-year-old Italian will join the MLS giants for nothing in January after an injury-plagued spell at White Hart Lane ended with a chronic lack of first-team football

Manchester City may need to strengthen in January, insists Mancini
With the club set to lose three players to the Africa Cup of Nations, including the Toure brothers, the Italian admits he may need to bolster his ranks during the transfer window

De Bruyne sees his future at Chelsea, says agent
The talented 21-year-old midfielder has yet to make his competitive debut for the club after spending two spells out on loan since joining back in January 2012

Balotelli will remain at Manchester City, claims agent
The controversial forward has been linked with a January move to Milan but his representative has underlined the Italy international's desire to stay in England

Mancini rules out Lescott exit in January
The 30-year-old England international has seen his appearances limited so far this season but the Manchester City manager says he cannot afford to let any players leave

Arsenal table €12.5m offer for Adrian Lopez
Arsene Wenger has also targeted moves for David Villa and Fernando Llorente but is reluctant to step up his interest in Newcastle United forward Demba Ba due to injury concerns

Sheikh Mansour favourite Balotelli is likely to stay at Manchester City, says Mancini
The controversial striker been linked with AC Milan following a disappointing start to the season but is still valued by the PL champions' owner, according to the Italian coach

Pato chooses Corinthians move, claims agent
The attacker had been looking for a new club in Brazil and, according to his representative, the Rossoneri player is now set to leave for the South American side in January

Nene: PSG will let me go back to Brazil
The Parisien attacker has fallen out of favour under Carlo Ancelotti and although Besiktas were strongly linked with the player, it seems South America is his ideal destination

Xabi Alonso in the dark over contract situation at Real Madrid
The former Liverpool midfielder, who is bound to the Santiago Bernabeu outfit until 2014, has revealed that he has not discussed any extension to his deal

Wenger rules out Henry loan return to Arsenal
The Frenchman's decision to train with the Gunners during the MLS off-season had fuelled talk of another temporary stint in north London, but his former boss dismissed the stories

Falcao's future will be decided in the summer, says Marin
The Rojiblancos official believes the Colombia star has "earned the right" to chose his own destiny, adding that the risks Atletico Madrid took to sign him have paid dividends

I'm leaving Athletic Bilbao, confirms Llorente
The Spain international has revealed he plans to depart the Basque outfit, but was coy on his destination, stating that his future was in the hands of his agent

Zaha: I want to establish myself as a Premier League player with a January transfer
The England international has admitted a move to a top-flight club in January could be on the cards providing Crystal Palace agree to let him go

'We don't look at any player from Manchester United' - Wenger denies Nani to Arsenal rumours
The Gunners' boss has played down speculation that the Portugal international will be making the move to the Emirates Stadium in the January transfer window

Bojan return to Barcelona possible, says father
The attacker was sold to Roma for around €12 million in 2011 before being loaned out to AC Milan this season, but his father insists that his future may be back at Camp Nou

Ancelotti rules out further PSG signings
The Italian head coach has revealed that Lucas Moura - whose transfer to Parc des Princes was finalised back in the summer - will be the only new arrival in the January window

Walcott: Talks are ongoing, something will be sorted soon
The Gunners attacker has left his future at the Emirates Stadium outfit uncertain following his impressive three-goal display against Newcastle on Saturday as a central striker

 

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It is totally untrue that Falcao has an agreement with Real Madrid, claims Cerezo
Clearly agitated by rumours that his star is off to his club's arch-rivals, the Atleti president has made it clear that his Colombian ace is not going anywhere

Soldado: I think Gago will remain at Valencia
The Spain international is looking forward to the return from injury of his former Argentine team-mate who he believes will not leave the Mestalla despite recent speculation

Pato joins Corinthians from AC Milan in €15m deal
The Brazil international has returned to South America after leaving for San Siro in 2007, and will wear the No. 7 shirt at the reigning Club World Cup champions

Pardew eyeing player with 'power and pace' to replace Ba
The Magpies' boss is looking to bolster his attacking options as the Senegalese striker looks set to complete move to Chelsea, but concedes he may not sign someone this month

Liverpool striker Morgan completes Rotherham loan move
The England under-19's striker makes switch to League Two side after the signing of Daniel Sturridge from Chelsea pushes him further down the pecking order at Anfield

Tottenham sign Fryers from Standard Liege
Spurs had chased the former Manchester United trainee throughout the summer and have returned for the 20-year-old in the January transfer window

Manchester United confirm Bebe loan move to Rio Ave
The Portuguese striker is sent out by Sir Alex Ferguson to gain regular first-team football in his home country after failing to force his way into squad at Old Trafford

Cruyff: Guardiola would be the ideal man for Catalunya
The Oranje legend, who left his post in charge of la Seleccio, has tipped his former player to succeed him, but accepts that he may have other priorities at present

Juventus sign Peluso on loan
The versatile Italy international has swapped Bergamo for Turin, initially on a temporary basis until the end of the season, with a view to a permanent transfer in the summer

Phil Jagielka signs long-term Everton contract
The England international has penned an extension to remain at Goodison Park until 2017 after making himself an integral part of David Moyes' side in his five years at the club

Valdes: My dream is to retire at Barcelona
The Blaugrana goalkeeper has expressed his desire to stay with the Catalans until the end of his career, and insisted that his side have not won La Liga yet

Shawcross signs five-and-a-half year Stoke contract
The England international has penned new deal at Britannia Stadium which will see him remain with the Potters until 2018 much to the delight of his manager Tony Pulis

Leaving Lazio is strange, says Rocchi
The former Biancocelesti attacker is delighted about his switch to the Nerazzurri, saying that he needed a change of scenery after falling out of favour at Inter

Crystal Palace chief confident Zaha will not join Arsenal in January
The Gunners have made moves to sign the England international for £12 million this month, but Steve Parish is hopeful that the starlet will stay and aid the Eagles' promotion push

Benayoun makes Chelsea return following West Ham loan spell
The Israel international is back at Stamford Bridge after coming to the end of his loan period with the Hammers in which he only featured six times

Marseille's Valbuena would only be tempted by Manchester clubs, says agent
The France international would only be interested in a move to Manchester if he chose to leave the Stade Velodrome but his agent stressed that is not likely to happen any time soon

Juventus and Fiorentina battle for Rossi signature
The Italy international has been linked with a return to Serie A, with La Viola willing to pay €4.5 million for a permanent deal, while the Old Lady are interested in a loan

Walcott set to sign new Arsenal contract within weeks
The England star has indicated to Gunners chiefs he will put pen to paper on a deal set to run until 2017 following fruitful talks over the festive period

Juventus in Llorente negotiations
The Liga outfit have revealed they have been contacted by the Old Lady, who wish to acquire the Spain international when his current deal with Marcelo Bielsa's side ends in June

Algeria star Kadir signs for Marseille
The 29-year-old has signed for L'OM on a three-and-a-half year deal but for now will be focusing his efforts on the national team as they get ready for the Africa Cup of Nations

Celta Vigo secure Vadim Demidov on loan
The Liga side have brought the Norway international back to Spain until the end of the season with the defender already thinking about extending his stay beyond the summer months

West Ham set to sign Joe Cole on a free
A deal for the former Hammers captain is expected to be confirmed on Thursday after the 31-year-old negotiated a contract severance with his current club Liverpool

Arda Turan is going nowhere, says Simeone
The Atletico Madrid boss has said that he does not expect the midfielder to leave Los Rojiblancos in the January transfer window, while also is still to have talks about signings

'Maza' Rodriguez to sign for Club America
The Mexico defender will return to his homeland to join up with the Liga MX side on Thursday after leaving Bundesliga outfit Stuttgart, who he had been with for 18 months

 

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Werder Bremen keen to keep on-loan Chelsea starlet De Bruyne
The Bundesliga side's coach Thomas Schaaf has outlined the club's wish to keep the Belgium international winger, who has impressed in his short stint there, beyond this season

Sir Alex Ferguson not worried about Rio Ferdinand contract situation
The Manchester United manager insists there is no rush to negotiate a deal with the 34-year-old defender, whose current deal expires at the end of the season

Liverpool close in on Tom Ince return
The Merseysiders are on the verge of agreeing a fee of around £5-6 million for the 20-year-old winger with Blackpool, who accept that he will move to Anfield this month

Kacar to say at Hamburg after Hannover move collapses
The Serbian was set to be sold by Thorsten Fink’s side for a loss in the January transfer window, but the midfielder’s only suitors look to have lost interest due to his salary

Sir Alex calls for Premier League to investigate Fryers' move to Tottenham
The Scottish manager says the defender's switch is a "blatant manipulation of the rules" and has criticised Spurs chairman Daniel Levy

Santos still courting Robinho despite cost complications
The Milan attacker is still of interest to the Brazilian side, but a difference in valuation between the two clubs appears to be holding up any immediate transfer

Sissoko's agent plays down links with Premier League move
The 23-year-old's representative has played down links with a departure from France and revealed that the midfielder has opened talks with his current club over a new contract

'If PSG want Cristiano Ronaldo, we'll call Perez' - Al Khelaifi
The Real Madrid attacker has been linked with a move away from the Santiago Bernabeu, but the Parisians' president is adamant any move will go through the proper channels

Sneijder 'absolutely not interested' in QPR move, claims agent
The 28-year-old's agent has dismissed the notion of a move to Loftus Road, but did say the Dutch international could be lured to the Premier League were a "top team" to bid for him

Redknapp confirms QPR interest in Tottenham midfielder Livermore
The 65-year-old admitted he has "lots of time" for the Spurs youngster, but played down speculation linking him with Wesley Sneijder, Mohamed Diame, Tim Cahill and Robbie Keane

Fiorentina agree Giuseppe Rossi fee with Villarreal
The Viola have confirmed that they have struck a deal with the Spanish side for the 25-year-old Italy international, and expect to complete the transfer imminently

Official: Arsenal striker Chamakh joins West Ham on loan until end of season
The Moroccan has been frozen out by Gunners boss Arsene Wenger, who wanted the player to leave on a permanent deal, and will be available to make his Hammers debut next week

Holtby to join Tottenham from Schalke in July
The 22-year-old midfielder will join the club at the end of the season after previously indicating his preference for a move to White Hart Lane over other suitors Liverpool

Osvaldo eyes long Roma stay
The Italy striker has been linked with a move to AC Milan amongst others of late, but is hoping to remain with the Giallorossi for some time yet

Official: Wigan complete signing of Espinoza from Sporting Kansas City
The 26-year-old has become the Latics' second signing of the January transfer window so far, signing a two-and-a-half-year deal that ends a four-year stint in the MLS

Del Nido: Sevilla have rejected a €16m bid for Negredo
The club's president claims his side turned down the offer for the Spain international, and says they are not in a position where they are forced to sell players

Wenger expecting 'very calm' transfer window
The Arsenal boss believes that the lack of funds available to clubs across Europe could result in the winter window effectively becoming a market between Premier League clubs

Lambert admits Aston Villa's interest in out-of-favour Lescott
The Scotsman has praised the Manchester City star, who is a lifelong Villans fan, and refused to rule out a move for the centre-back during the January transfer window

Inter set sights on Atalanta ace Ezequiel Schelotto
The 2010 Champions League winners are keen to add some fresh blood to their squad, and have earmarked the winger as a good addition as well as Empoli starlet Riccardo Saponara

Ben Haim joins QPR on short-term deal
The former Chelsea defender has been training with Harry Redknapp's men for the past six weeks and has put pen to paper on a deal until the end of the season

Official: Fulham sign FC Twente midfielder Chris David
The Cottagers have finally landed the Netherlands Under-19 international after failing to capture his signature in the summer after the player reportedly failed a medical

Arsenal make formal David Villa approach as they prepare second Adrian Lopez bid
Arsene Wenger is willing to pay up to €17m to secure the permanent signing of Spain's record goalscorer while the Gunners are also still in talks with Atletico Madrid

Bayern Munich announce Kirchhoff signing
The Germany Under-21 defender has attracted the interest of several Bundesliga sides, but is expected to continue his career at the Bavarian giants for at least three years

Chelsea complete signing of Newcastle striker Demba Ba on three-and-a-half-year deal
The Blues have announced the capture of the forward for an undisclosed fee and he will be eligible for Saturday's FA Cup tie against fellow Premier League club Southampton

Juventus not giving up on January move for Llorente
The Bianconeri are already in talks with the Spain international over a move in the summer, but they remain hopeful that they can get their man sooner to help strengthen the side

Coloccini does not want to leave Newcastle for San Lorenzo, says agent
The player's representative has denied claims that the defender is looking to return to Argentina and a former club by saying such reports are "illusions and nothing more"

Official: Newcastle complete signing of Mathieu Debuchy on five-and-a-half-year contract
The Magpies have confirmed the capture of the Lille defender, who was a summer target, for a fee believed to be around £5 million, with Alan Pardew admitting it is a "great relief"

Inter complete Rocchi signing
The Nerazzurri have communicated they have secured the services of the experienced striker on a permanent deal with reports suggesting the 35-year-old will be there till June

Pardew: Newcastle must buy a striker to replace Demba Ba in January
The Magpies manager wants owner Mike Ashley to provide funds for the transfer window and says he is targeting a couple of forwards as well as another defender

Feghouli signs Valencia extension until 2016
The 23-year-old France-born attacker, who has been in great form this season, has ended speculation about his future by inking a two-year extension with the Mestalla side

Tottenham in fresh move for Porto star Joao Moutinho
The Londoners have once again made the Portuguese playmaker their top target despite a €27m move collapsing in the summer, while Schalke midfielder Lewis Holtby is also a target

Chelsea, Arsenal & Liverpool track Southampton teenager Matt Targett
The 17-year-old left-back is regarded as the long-term successor to Luke Shaw at St Mary's, but has been attracting attention of his own by impressing in the U21 Premier League

Coloccini wants Newcastle exit to join San Lorenzo, says father
The Argentine is "trying his best to find an elegant way to leave" according to the youth team director at his former club, but says his contract could complicate matters

Southampton boss Adkins: No contact from Arsenal over Shaw
The Saints boss has confirmed that Arsene Wenger has not inquired about the 17-year-old left-back, and reiterated his desire to keep the highly regarded youngster at St Mary's

Haidara in talks with five English clubs, says Nancy vice-president
The vice-president of the French outfit has said that his club are in talks with five English clubs over the sale of his team's prized asset

I have not spoken about Lampard's future, says agent
The 34-year-old's representative has stated that quotes attributed to him about the Chelsea midfielder's future were false, and that he has given no interviews on the matter

Santos sign Walter Montillo from Cruzeiro
The Argentine completes his switch to Santos whilst former Cruzeiro and Lyon defender Cris moves to Gremio

M'Vila open to move after Premier League links
The French midfielder says he is staying at Rennes for the moment but if the club receive a good offer and he likes the destination, "there is no doubt" that he will leave

 

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Galatasaray in talks to sign Sneijder
The Super Lig champions are willing to offer the Dutchman a way out of San Siro and have held negotiations over a deal, but require the Nerazzurri to lower their asking price

Bender: Bayer blocked my move to Bayern
The Germany midfielder admitted that he spoke to Jupp Heynckes' side about a summer transfer while he believes he can win some silverware to catch up with brother Sven's haul

Tottenham to make official €18m bid for Leandro Damiao
Spurs are ready to make a fresh bid for the 23-year-old, with Internacional reportedly willing to sell during the January window, which coincides with the Brazilian off-season

QPR release Kieron Dyer
The 34-year-old has only managed to make eight appearances for the Hoops since joining in 2011, with Harry Redknapp admitting the midfielder did not feature in his plans

Barcelona will not sell Villa, insists Rosell
The experienced striker has caught the attention of Arsenal, but his current club are keen to hold on to him until the end of the season

Pato will return to AC Milan, says Berlusconi
The flamboyant Rossoneri president believes the Brazil international's chapter at San Siro is still incomplete, and is full of praise for Stephan El Shaarawy

Manchester United's Buttner set for summer loan move
The defender will be allowed a temporary spell away from Old Trafford next season to bolster his first-team experience after making only one league start this term

QPR defender Nelsen on verge of Toronto FC job
The 35-year-old New Zealand international is set to replace ex-England international Paul Mariner as head coach of the MLS club, ending his eight-year stay in the Premier League

Berlusconi: Balotelli is a rotten apple
The Rossoneri president reiterates that he never wanted to make a move for the Italy international and calls for patience with the fans regarding the re-building of the club

Swansea will sell Michu for the right price, insists Wales boss Coleman
The Wales boss argues it will be impossible for the club to reject a large transfer for the Spaniard if the big clubs come knocking, but believes a January move is less likely

Galliani: Milan will not sign Balotelli and Robinho will not leave
The Rossoneri vice-president says the club will not sign the Manchester City forward, and adds that their Brazilian attacker will not leave the San Siro

Drogba insists 'no contact with other clubs' over January move
As speculation over his future grows, with Juventus revealing an interest - the striker insists that his sole focus is on helping Cote d'Ivoire to win the Africa Cup of Nations

Southampton set to sign Cagliari's Davide Astori
The Saints have been linked with the 25-year-old centre-back in recent months as Nigel Adkins looks to reinforce a leaky defence as they aim to survive relegation

Moratti: Now is not the time to spend big at Inter
The Nerazzurri chief says the club are planning to improve the side during the winter break, however, he noted that not a lot of money will be spent on players that do come in

Perth Glory rule out move for Michael Owen
The veteran striker is no longer a target for Glory coach Ian Ferguson, who will instead turn his attentions to other players in a bid to strengthen the A-League outfit

QPR and Redknapp ready to make move for Distin
Everton are reluctant to hand their French centre-half a new contract and the Premier League strugglers are prepared to offer him a two-year deal

'I simply had to take the offer from Tottenham' - Holtby excited by Spurs switch
The Germany international will move to north London in the summer and says he could not turn down the chance to move to the Premier League and "a big club in Europe"

Cavani coy on Napoli future as De Laurentiis demands €63m
The attacker has refused to comment on speculation linking him with a move away from the San Paolo, while the club president does not regret turning down a big-money offer

Tottenham could sign Holtby in January transfer window
Schalke managing director Horst Heldt has indicated that the Bundesliga club would be prepared to consider selling the midfielder ahead of his summer switch to White Hart Lane

Arsenal & Wenger must make January splash or be condemned to a season of dismal mediocrity
Sunday's FA Cup third round draw with Swansea highlighted the best and worst of a threadbare and tired Gunners side badly in need of quality January reinforcements

Lampard will leave Chelsea in the summer, agent confirms
The Blues midfielder's representative has confirmed that he will not be offered an extension to his contract at Stamford Bridge, which expires in the summer

Redknapp keen to beef up QPR squad after FA Cup draw with West Brom
The Rs manager admits he is actively looking to strengthen his playing staff at Loftus Road and is prepared to use every international avenue possible in order to bring players in

Fenerbahce dismiss Belhanda rumours
The Turkish giants have made it clear they are yet to reach an agreement with the attacking midfielder's current club, contrary to recent reports

Conte: Llorente unlikely to join Juventus in January
The Bianconeri coach has nothing but praise for the striker, but fears a winter transfer could prove to be too problematic

Perisic leaves Dortmund for Wolfsburg
The versatile attacker has put pen to paper on his move to the Volkswagen Arena side after completing his medical on Sunday afternoon

Carvajal open to 'dream' Real Madrid return
The Spain Under-21 international would be willing to make the move back to the Santiago Bernabeu after leaving the club during the summer

Marseille ready to sell Remy, says sporting director
The L'OM official admits the forward is likely to leave the club in January following recent speculation that the likes of Newcastle are ready to bring him to the Premier League

Lampard rejects three-year Everton offer amid interest from Manchester United, Arsenal & Tottenham
Premier League elite are closely monitoring the midfielder, who will leave Chelsea in the summer, but he favours a move to the MLS

Sammer fails to rule out Guardiola arrival at Bayern Munich
The Bavarian official lauded coach Jupp Heynckes for his work this term, but remained coy over potential moves for the ex-Barcelona man who brought so much success to the Liga side

Garde: I have always opposed Grenier's departure from Lyon
The French boss revealed he turned down the opportunity to sell the highly-rated midfielder to Nice last summer, while hinting at the arrival of more players this month

Lazio president coy over Lampard link
The midfielder is out of contract with Chelsea at the end of the season, with the Serie A side reportedly among a number of clubs around the world interested in his signature

Antonetti: Rennes will accept right offer for M'Vila
The 51-year-old is resigned to losing his star, after admitting the Ligue 1 outfit would be powerless to prevent a move elsewhere if the club's valuation for the player is met

Cruzeiro confirm Wellington Paulista to join West Ham on loan
The Brazilian club have revealed that they have accepted a temporary deal for the striker as the Hammers bolster their attacking options further in the January window

Arsenal defender Djourou joins Hannover on loan until end of the season
The 25-year-old centre-back moves to the Bundesliga after only featuring twice for the Gunners this season, and having not played in the Premier League during this campaign

 

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Lampard would fit in well at Fiorentina, says Borja Valero
The Spanish midfielder has identified the Chelsea and England icon as a potential target for the Viola amidst continuing speculation over his future in the summer

Tottenham unlikely to sign Damiao, admits Villas-Boas
The Brazil international has been a long-term target of Spurs, who will be reduced to one recognised striker this month as Emmanuel Adebayor heads to the Africa Cup of Nations

Riquelme would be welcome at Fluminense, says Deco
The former Chelsea and Barcelona midfielder has expressed his admiration for the veteran Argentine playmaker, who is currently without a club after leaving Boca Juniors

M'Vila 'moving towards' switch to England or Russia, say Rennes
The 22-year-old defensive midfielder has attracted interest from Arsenal, Tottenham and QPR, and his club have now admitted that he may leave during the January transfer window

Influx of French players at Newcastle is just a fad, says Valbuena's agent
The 28-year-old has been repeatedly linked with a switch to the top flight over the course of the past year, but his representative has seemingly ruled out a move to St James' Park

PSV nearly signed Messi in 2005, says former chairman
The Eredivisie powerhouse were willing to take the Argentine on loan, but the Catalans eventually opted to hold on to the forward instead

Chelsea preparing to trigger Fellaini's €30m-plus release clause
The European champions are ready to move to sign the Belgian midfielder this month as they target a long-term replacement for Frank Lampard

Saponara: Joining AC Milan is a dream come true
The promising youngster is expected to join the Rossoneri at the end of the season as both clubs have seemingly reached an agreement

Lampard would be 'tremendous' for Manchester United, claims Wilkins
The former Chelsea assistant believes that Sir Alex Ferguson's ability to coax performances out of Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes could be used to perfection with the 34-year-old

Tymoshchuk hints at Bayern exit
The experienced midfielder could leave the Allianz Arena side in the winter transfer window as he has been struggling to get regular first team action

Shaw spurns Chelsea to agree five-year contract extension at Southampton
The 17-year-old has been highly impressive since breaking into the Saints' first team in November and has turned down offers to remain at St Mary's Stadium

Sneijder decides his own future, says Moratti
The club's supremo has stressed that it's up to the Dutchman to decide what will happen, but does not expect any problems if the midfielder stays put

Galliani insists Milan are not interested in Southampton attacker Ramirez
The Uruguayan has so far failed to live up to his billing since a €15 million move from Bologna in the summer, but a return to Serie A does not look likely this January

Newcastle defender Santon dismisses AC Milan interest
The Italian has been linked with a return to his home country after Silvio Berlusconi admitted the defender was one of several younger players he would like to bring to the club

Sevilla striker Negredo eyes up future Premier League move
The Spain international believes he would thrive in England, but for the time being remains focused on scoring as many goals as possible for the mid-table Spanish side

Napoli swoop for Udinese winger Armero
The Colombia international is set to join the Partenopei on loan for the rest of the season, with an option to make the switch permanent in the summer

Former Chelsea striker Anelka trains with Paris Saint-Germain
The 33-year-old striker has been training with the Ligue 1 leaders and rumours regarding a possible return to the French side are gaining momentum

Pirlo: Chelsea would be mad to let Lampard leave… but I would love him to join Juventus
The Italy international is bemused by the west London club's failure to offer the 34-year-old a new contract and has suggested he should move to Serie A this summer

Lazio president Lotito denies Lampard link
The Biancocelesti chief denies reports that they are ready to swoop for the Blues star and insists they are not a club that chases big names in the twilight of their careers

Groningen defender Virgil van Dijk reveals Everton interest
The Netherlands Under-21 international has claimed that the Toffees are hoping to strike a deal but a director at the Dutch club insists that they have not received any offers

Izmailov leaves Sporting for Porto; Lopes moves in opposite direction
The Russian says it was the Dragoes' winning culture and history that persuaded him to sign for Vitor Pereira’s side as Miguel Lopes moves in the opposite direction

Juventus target Luis Muriel as Udinese prepare Boakye move
The Zebrette are keen to sign the Old Lady youngster, but might have to give the Serie A champions first right to the Colombian in order to make a deal happen

Arsenal meet Walcott representatives to finalise €110,000-a-week contract
Arsene Wenger will be present at the negotiating table with the Gunners set to rubber-stamp a €36,000-a-week wage rise for the 23-year-old at the club's training ground

Andre Wisdom signs long-term Liverpool contract
The 19-year-old is one of several home-grown youngsters to have broken into the Reds' first team under Brendan Rodgers this season, and has committed his future to Anfield

Juventus & AC Milan to battle it out for Lucas Mugni
The promising youngster has caught the attention of both Serie A giants, along with Catania, thanks to his good performances for his current club, Colon

Paris Saint-Germain director Leonardo hints at Cristiano Ronaldo move
The prolific attacker has been heavily linked with a move to the French capital, and the Brazilian has refused to rule out making a move for the 27-year-old

Lampard could still have a future at Chelsea, says Le Saux
The former Blues left-back believes the 34-year-old midfielder could still find a compromise to stay at the club despite the player's agent saying there is no chance of a new deal

Drogba's agent confirms Juventus interest
The player's representative has confirmed that he has been in touch with the Bianconeri, but has stressed that a transfer is still far away from completion

Each day a new club comes in for Sneijder, says agent
The attacking midfielder's representative has revealed that his client has plenty of options, but refused to comment on any specific clubs

Manchester City want to sign Cavani, says coach
Angelo Gregucci has claimed that the Premier League side are eager to seal the Uruguayan striker's signature and has also praised the talents of Mario Balotelli

River Plate president Passarella confirms interest in Alvarez
Los millonarios' supremo has arrived in Italy to begin talks with Nerazzurri directors over a move for the midfielder, who has struggled to make an impact in Serie A

Former Besiktas attacker Quaresma joins Al Ahli
The 29-year-old Portuguese has swapped Turkey for Dubai in a move that ties the winger to the UAE club for 18 months

QPR defender Nelsen agrees to take charge of MLS side FC Toronto
The New Zealand-born veteran is set to become the Canadian outfit's manager but is currently in talks with Rs boss Harry Redknapp over when he can leave Loftus Road

Milan eye Destro and Ogbonna in January
After meetings involving Silvio Berlusconi and Massimiliano Allegri, the club have drawn up a shortlist of players to cover the sale of Alexandre Pato and Nigel de Jong's injury

Manchester City forward Scapuzzi joins AS Varese on loan
The 21-year-old has featured regularly for the club's Under-21 side this season, but will return to his native Italy to play in Serie B for the remainder of the campaign

 

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Dzeko ponders Manchester City exit in favour of Bundesliga return
The Bosnian has admitted a move away from the Etihad Stadium could be on the cards either this transfer window or in the summer, with the player keen on a return to Germany

Vagner Love set for CSKA Moscow return
The striker enjoyed a prolific seven-year spell at the club between 2004 and 2011 and could move back to Russia after his time in Brazil came to a sour end

Olympique Lyonnais reject Juventus loan bid for Lisandro Lopez
Les Gones have rebuffed the Old Lady's attempts to land the Argentine hitman, stating it will take a significant sum to alter their stance

Sneijder: Galatasary decision will be difficult
The Netherlands international is still mulling over a move to Istanbul, with a fee between the two clubs already having been agreed this week

Kigili: Galatasaray cannot afford 'astronomical' Sneijder costs
The Fenerbahce official believes the Istanbul club do not have the funds for the Inter player, while Massimo Moratti has revealed his frustration at the ongoing saga

QPR target Peter Odemwingie is 'not for sale' insists West Brom boss Clarke
The Baggies head coach was "disappointed more than angry" after his side's late collapse against Reading, while Brian McDermott praised his player's "resilience and desire"

Fiorentina boss Montella: I'd love to work with Lampard
The Viola have been linked with a move for the Chelsea midfielder and the Italian trainer would be delighted to capture the English star as he would be "useful"

Official: Calaio completes Napoli return
The striker heads back to the San Paolo, where he spent three years prior to joining Siena in 2008, in a deal which sees him initially arrive on loan for the next six months

Redknapp confirms QPR working on Odemwingie & Livermore deals
After the scoreless draw with Spurs, the R's boss revealed that the club are looking to strengthen the squad in an attempt to boost their chances of survival this year

Grosskreutz desperate for Dortmund stay
The Germany midfielder has found it difficult to get regular first-team football at Signal Iduna Park, but he insists he wants to stay and fight for his place rather than leave

Carrico: I had to Google where Reading was before I signed
The Royals' new signing has admitted that he had to research the location of the club before he accepted their offer, but is happy he made the move to the Premier League

Eintracht Frankfurt tell Bayern Munich that Rode is not for sale
The former Kickers Offenbach midfielder has caught the attention of several Bundesliga sides, but his current club are determined to hold on to their star

Muslera: The Premier League is my childhood dream
The 26-year-old Galatasaray goalkeeper revealed his hopes of a move to England, with the Red Devils reportedly interested as doubts remain over David de Gea and Anders Lindegaard

Zorc delighted with Schmelzer's contract extension
The club's sporting director has emphasised the importance of the Germany international, and was pleased with the defender's decision to ink a new deal

Redknapp: Remy rejected opportunity for QPR talks
The former Tottenham manager has admitted that the Ligue 1 striker rejected the chance to have a meeting with the R's, in a move which could have seen him arrive at Loftus Road

No contract talks between Barcelona and Valdes yet, says agent
The goalkeeper's current deal is due to expire in June 2014, but his representative has stressed that they have yet to open negotiations over an extension

Mancini: Tevez could be given a new contract
The Manchester City manager believes that the 28-year-old Argentine should be rewarded with a new contract, with his current deal at the Etihad expiring at the end of next season

Inter are searching for a Sneijder replacement, says Stramaccioni
The Giuseppe Meazza side are looking at alternatives for the Dutchman as a transfer seems inevitable following his ongoing contract dispute

Sneijder agent rubbishes Galatasaray claims
The representative insists talk that his client has agreed to join the Turkish champions is wide off the mark, instead preferring to wait until other clubs have made their move

Ancelotti: Nothing has changed with Anelka
With the French attacker training with Les Parisiens, there have been rumours about the forward's future, but according to the Italian trainer he will go back to Asia as planned

Reading sign Fulham defender Stephen Kelly
The Republic of Ireland international, whose "great experience" has been hailed by his new boss Brian McDermott, has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Royals

West Ham complete Wellington Paulista loan deal
The 29-year-old joins the Hammers on a six-month loan move from Brazilian side Cruzeiro, with the Premier League side able to acquire the striker on a three-year permanent deal

Siem de Jong reveals Bundesliga dream
The Ajax midfielder has openly expressed his desire to join his brother, Luuk, in Germany, but says he is in no rush to leave his current club any time soon

Moyes 'not concerned' by Fellaini transfer speculation
The Toffees manager says he is "quite comfortable" with talk about the Belgian and believes there is hope the midfielder can stay with the club beyond the end of the current season

Dortmund re-sign Sahin on 18-month loan
The Turkey star left BVB for Real Madrid in 2011, but was never able to showcase his best form at either the Bernabeu, or during a spell at Liverpool, and has now returned home

'It's complete nonsense' - Anzhi dismiss Beckham links
The president of the Chechnya-based outfit has rejected rumours that the club are interested in signing the 36-year-old, insisting the idea has never been raised

Comolli fears 'victimisation' could drive Suarez out of England
The former Reds director of football believes the Uruguayan striker could leave the Premier League if he continues to receive ill treatment from supporters and the British media

Mancini dismisses Balotelli exit rumours
The 22-year-old has been the subject of interest from Serie A giants Inter and AC Milan in recent weeks, but the striker's current manager has insisted he will not be leaving

Official: Shakhtar sign Chelsea target Taison from Metalist
The 24-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge of late, but has elected to stay in Ukraine and join the league leaders, who are 13 points clear at the top

Genoa chief downplays Perin-Milan rumours
The young goalkeeper has been linked with a move to San Siro in recent weeks, but Enrico Preziosi has insisted that his meeting with Adriano Galliani was not to discuss a transfer

Wenger 'still working' to bring players to Arsenal
The Frenchman admits to being "under pressure" to add to his squad at the Emirates Stadium this month, amid bids for Spanish duo David Villa and Adrian Lopez

Casillas: I want to retire at Real Madrid
The Spain international is no longer an undisputed starter at the Liga champions, but he remains determined to end his career at his boyhood club

Luis Suarez considering Liverpool future as Manchester City wait in the wings
The Uruguayan is ready to leave the Reds in the summer, with owners FSG willing to listen to offers worth £40m-plus as City plan a summer overhaul of their strikeforce

Juventus turn down Wolfsburg offer for Quagliarella
The Italy international has caught the attention of the Bundesliga side, but his current club have no intention of selling the striker

Galliani: Boateng and Abate are going nowhere
The CEO of AC Milan has said that Kevin-Prince Boateng and Ignazio Abate, will remain at the club after the window closes despite transfer speculation surrounding the two players

Fabian Monzon could join Fluminense on loan, says Remi Garde
The former Nice defender has struggled to make an impact having only made five appearances so far this season, which is forcing the player to look at his options available to him

Andrea Dossena joins Palermo on loan
The Italian left-sided midfielder has left Napoli to start a six-month temporary spell at Serie A club Palermo with a possible option to sign on a permanent basis in the summer

Paris Saint-Germain's Nene hints at Milan move
The out-of-favour Samba star is no longer happy at the Parc de Princes and has revealed several clubs from Europe, Brazil, China, and the UAE are attempting to land his signature

Aston Villa have made an approach for Inter starlet Coutinho, says agent
The 20-year-old has made just three appearances for the San Siro giants so far this season, and his representative has revealed that the Villans are planning a move

I'm happy to stay at Bremen, insists Hunt
The attacking midfielder has said he feels comfortable at the Bundesliga outfit and will not be swayed by incentives at other sides, though, talks of a new deal are premature

Fiorentina capture Bakic and Larrondo
The Florence club have signed two young players in co-ownership deals by buying out half of their contracts and will be bringing them to the club in the summer

Tottenham not looking to bring Holtby in during January, reveals Villas-Boas
The midfielder will seemingly stick to his original summer arrival date, while William Gallas is unlikely to depart during the current window but Jake Livermore could leave on loan

Inter claim to have first refusal on Manchester City striker Balotelli
Goal.com revealed in December that AC Milan were preparing a move for the striker during January, but their rivals will have the edge in a battle for his signature

Newcastle submit offer for Valenciennes full-back Gaetan Bong
Alan Pardew has already strengthen his defense with the signing of Mathieu Debuchy earlier this month, but the 51-year-old is looking to bolster his options further

 

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Huntelaar: I received offers from England
The prolific striker says that several Premier League clubs were after his signature, and adds that he dreams of ending his career at Ajax

Fulham make Butland their January priority
The Londoners have made an approach for the England goalkeeper, who has also attracted strong interest from Liverpool and Southampton

Atletico Madrid target Manchester United star Chicharito to replace Falcao
The Spanish side have made the €18m-rated Mexican their top target to replace Chelsea target Falcao as they also prepare to lose Adrian Lopez to Arsenal

Newcastle, QPR & third club all reach Remy deal, reveals Marseille chief Jose Anigo
The Frenchman has been strongly linked with a move to the Magpies this week but Alan Pardew's side seemingly now face competition for the 26-year-old's signature

Wantaway Ben Arfa sounds out Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool
The former Marseille man has admitted turning down a move away from St James Park in the summer, however he has now signalled his interest in moving to a bigger club in England

Barton claims Remy move to Newcastle is off... and Marseille star will join QPR!
The on-loan midfielder has insisted the French striker will be joining Harry Redknapp's side, despite strong links with a move to the Magpies emerging this week

Sunderland sign Mangane on loan until the end of the season
After recently being closely linked with the Senegalese centre-half, the Black Cats have finalised a deal for the 29-year-old on a short-term basis from Al-Hilal

Bolton winger Petrov set to join Espanyol
The 33-year-old Bulgaria international is in discussions with the Spanish club about a move to Catalunya after becoming surplus to requirements at the Reebok Stadium

Arsenal & Manchester United to hold Zaha talks with Crystal Palace this week
Arsene Wenger has dramatically re-entered the race to capture the highly coveted forward, who is now set to choose between Old Trafford and Emirates Stadium

Macheda willing to be patient over Manchester United future
The 21-year-old was on the bench for the club's recent FA Cup third round draw against West Ham at Upton Park and believes he still has a role to play at Old Trafford

Arsenal abandon pursuit of Barcelona star Villa
Arsene Wenger made a formal approach for Spain's record scorer but has been told the Liga leaders will not sell and is set to turn his attention to capturing Adrian Lopez

Sneijder must decide on Galatasaray move by end of Monday, demands Moratti
The Netherlands midfielder recently stated that he will consider his options in the next two weeks, but the Nerazzurri boss wants him to make a decision as soon as possible

Juventus will not make any big signings in January, says Marotta
The club's general director has all but ruled out any high-profile arrivals at the Serie A champions, and he remains optimistic about his side's title chances

Martinez wants to keep Di Santo at Wigan during 'impossible' transfer window
The Argentine striker's contract runs out at the end of the season, sparking rumours that the club may cash in on him in January, but the Spaniard refutes those suggestions

Zubizarreta: Valdes has not told us that he wants to leave Barcelona
The glovesman recently revealed that he would be open to a move elsewhere when his contract expires, but the Catalans hope that he will stay put

Ben Arfa: Signing for Paris Saint-Germain a childhood dream
The Newcastle midfielder has claimed that joining the Ligue 1 title contenders would be a move he would find almost impossible to turn down, but is happy on Tyneside for now

Lamah would be a perfect fit for Swansea, insists De Guzman
The Osasuna attacker is seemingly on the brink of joining the Swans this transfer window and the on-loan midfielder believes he would be another top signing from Michael Laudrup

Cristiano Ronaldo: I want to see out my contract at Real Madrid
The prolific attacker has made it clear that he is not thinking about leaving just yet, and he defended the Blancos' head coach Jose Mourinho against recent criticism

Villa will stay at Barcelona, says Vilanova
The forward has been linked with a move away from Camp Nou for several months, but his coach has ruled out the possibility of him departing the club

Espanyol in pole position to sign Pabon, says Perarnau
Sporting director Oscar Perarnau has confirmed that the Catalan club are interested in the Colombian striker, who could leave Parma less than 12 months after joining

Marseille reach agreement with Newcastle over Remy deal
The French club's president has revealed that they have given the France international striker permission to discuss personal terms with the Premier League club

Zaha must stay on loan at Crystal Palace for the season if he is sold, insists Holloway
The manager of the promotion-chasing Eagles says any January deal must allow the talented winger to stay at Selhurst Park for 2012-13 to help his side reach the Premier League

Falcao hints at interest in PSG move
The Atletico Madrid striker has been linked with a host of clubs across Europe, and has confessed that the ambition of the Ligue 1 giants has caught his eye

Official: Hannover complete Franca transfer
The Bundesliga outfit have completed a deal for the Brazilian defensive midfielder, making him the third player to join the club during the January transfer window

'The pay is wonderful' - PSG's Nene set for Al Gharafa move
The Brazilian winger has confirmed that he will leave les Parisiens to sign for the Qatari outfit, openly admitting that he was swayed by huge financial incentives

 

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Transfer wrap: Falcao linked with PSG, Sneijder in limbo

14 January 2013

Atletico Madrid's star striker Radamel Falcao is reportedly a transfer target for big-spending Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain.

Falcao, 26, has been in impressive form for Liga side Atletico so far this season, netting 16 goals in 17 league matches.

The Colombia international has reportedly been a long-term target of English Premier League outfit Chelsea, but has expressed in interest in a potential switch to Ligue 1.

"France is a marvellous country," he told Telefoot.

"I've been there before, and I love it. PSG have a very ambitious sporting project and they've invested a huge amount of money to construct a competitive team. That will need time, but that could come very quickly.

"It's not impossible that I could be meeting you (the French media) very soon."

Meanwhile, the transfer saga involving Inter Milan's Wesley Sneijder continues to drag on. The Netherlands international has been frozen out of the first team at San Siro after refusing to accept a pay cut, and is in negotiations with Turkish Super Lig club Galatasaray.

Sneijder is reportedly stalling on a decision, and is believed to be waiting for an English Premier League club to show interest.

"As far as Wesley Snejider is concerned, he has an important decision to make, a key passage in his career, so I think it's normal for him to take the time he needs to consider if and which offers to accept," Inter coach Andrea Stramaccioni said.

Finally, Tottenham Hotspur have told Real Madrid they can have winger Gareth Bale, albeit for a hefty fee of 55 million pounds.

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is reportedly resigned to losing the livewire Welshman, but is holding out for what would be a British record transfer fee.

 

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Redknapp confirms imminent Remy & M'Vila arrivals at QPR
The 65-year-old has revealed that the west London outfit's chances of Premier League survival are set to be boosted by the recruitment of the French duo this week

Vargas set to complete Gremio loan deal
The Napoli forward will sign for the Brazilian outfit in a temporary switch, while the Naples club have ruled out a move for Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli

Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois open to extending Atletico Madrid loan
The 20-year-old has yet to make a first-team appearance for the Blues, and is prepared to stay with the La Liga side beyond the summer in order to continue playing

Nene leaves Paris Saint-Germain for Al Gharafa
The playmaker has left les Parisiens after finding first team opportunities hard to come by following the arrival of a number of high profile players in the capital

Sven-Goran Eriksson claims ignorance as 1860 Munich reveal he is joining club
The 64-year-old and former Manchester City manager has not spoken to the club for over a month, though they have announced on Tuesday that he will join the coaching staff

Galliani fails to rule out Centurion move
The Milan vice-president confirmed the Racing midfielder would fit into their ethos of bringing in players to help build for the future, though Mario Balotelli is not a target

Sao Paulo miss out on Napoli's Vargas, says Juvencio
The Chilean attacker will not be moving to the Brazilian club according to the Sao Paulo president, who blames the Partenopei for altering the original terms of the deal

Galatasaray urge Sneijder to make decision as fans' group claims deal is in the offing
The Turkish giants have asked the Inter midfielder to respond to their contract offer while reports from influential supporters claim the deal will be done by the end of the week

Fiorentina interested in Ekdal
The Serie A outfit are interested in the Cagliari player as well as Celta Vigo striker Iago Aspas as they look to build a squad capable of qualifying for the Champions League

Forren opts out of Liverpool trial following Southampton bid
With the Molde defender linked with a move to Anfield, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirms that the Saints tabled an offer and will now hold talks with the 24-year-old

Chelsea starlet Piazon to join Malaga on loan, Benitez confirms
The attacker will spend the remainder of the season at the La Liga outfit as he looks for first-team action in a bid to boost his hopes of establishing himself at Stamford Bridge

Swansea City sign Osasuna winger Roland Lamah on 18-month loan
The Swans sign the Belgium international on a temporary deal from the Liga club subject to Premier League clearance, with the option to make the deal permanent next summer

Rosell: Manchester City are trying to poach Barcelona's talent
The Premier League champions are not only interested in signing a number of Blaugrana players, but have attempted to lure away employees at other levels, too

Juventus turn attention to Immobile
The reigning Serie A champions are desperate to sign a new striker this winter, and have set their sights on the Italy Under-21 international

 

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Galatasaray prepared to wait until end of transfer window for Sneijder
The Istanbul outfit have long been locked in negotiations for the playmaker, and have now confirmed they are waiting for the player and Inter to resolve a financial dispute

AC Milan in talks to loan Kaka from Real Madrid
The Brazilian and his representatives met with the Rossoneri on Thursday as they look to thrash out a deal to bring the 30-year-old back to San Siro

Colombian starlet Quintero reveals 'dream' of playing for Manchester United or City
The Colombian starlet moved to Pescara on loan in the summer from Atletico Nacional and has caught the eye of Sir Alex Ferguson as well as other top sides

Fulham complete signing of wonderkid Baba
The 16-year-old has linked up with the development squad of the Cottagers, who are waiting for international clearance before announcing the deal

Wenger reaffirms interest in Crystal Palace forward Zaha
Goal.com revealed earlier this week that both Arsenal and Manchester United were set to hold talks with the Eagles over a move for the 20-year-old during the January window

Tottenham in talks to sign Holtby in January
Spurs have already reached an agreement to sign the Schalke midfielder this summer but Andre Villas-Boas is keen to bolster his squad this month

San Lorenzo 'dependent' on Coloccini forcing move from Newcastle
Club chairman Matias Lammens says the club are unable to pay a transfer fee for the Argentine and will rely solely on the defender's desire to leave St James' Park

Odemwingie on verge of handing in transfer request to engineer QPR move
Rangers have offered the West Brom striker improved terms to move to Loftus Road with Harry Redknapp keen to further bolster his strikeforce following the arrival of Loic Remy

Robbie Keane signs new multi-year deal with LA Galaxy
The Republic of Ireland striker has returned to Tottenham to train with his former club, but has committed his future to the MLS Cup champions despite rumours of a move back home

Lyon confirm Besiktas bid for Briand
The Ligue 1 outfit have accepted an offer for the winger - who is among one of the French club's players expected to leave this month - but a deal has yet to be agreed

Guardiola signed Bayern deal in December, reveals agent
Josep Maria Orobitg has said clubs offered the former Barcelona boss more money, but the Bavarians were the ideal option for the sought-after coach who has signed a three-year deal

Bolton defender Alonso dismisses talk of January move to Swansea
The ex-Real Madrid youngster insists he remains fully committed to the Trotters, and, despite a shaky first half to season, has Premier League promotion firmly in his sights

Galatasaray have 'plan B' if Sneijder joins Liverpool, reveals chairman
The Turkish side have agreed a deal with Inter for the Dutchman but increased interest from the Premier League outfit has stalled any potential move to the Super Lig

Malaga confirm loan signing of Chelsea starlet Lucas Piazon
The 18-year-old striker joins the Spanish side until the end of the season and will wear the No.12 shirt, formerly worn by Arsenal star Santi Cazorla at La Rosaleda

Sunderland inform Saha he is free to leave
The Frenchman is set to depart the Stadium of Light after failing to make an impact since joining on a one-year deal last summer and has attracted interest from South Africa

QPR confirm Remy signing
The France international signs a four-and-a-half year deal at Loftus Road after rejecting Newcastle and is confident of keeping the Hoops in the Premier League this season

Liverpool step up Sneijder pursuit as Inter star stalls on Galatasaray move
The Merseysiders are putting together a financial package in a bid to lure the Dutch star, who has made no secret of his desire to play in the Premier League, to Anfield

Fulham a beautiful club for Manolev, claims agent
The Bulgaria international would be a perfect fit at Craven Cottage according to his representative, but Jol's side face stiff competition from a host of clubs for the PSV player

Cardozo signs three-year Benfica deal
The prolific attacker has says he is delighted to remain in the Portuguese capital after inking a two-year extension to his current contract, which was due to end in 2014

LA Galaxy in talks to sign Lampard from Chelsea
The MLS club have emerged as the frontrunners to sign the England international in the summer when he leaves Stamford Bridge at the end of his contract

Juventus make final €4m offer for Llorente
The Scudetto holders are still hoping to sign the Spaniard in January, but would turn to Ciro Immobile should their bid for the Athletic striker prove unsuccessful

Official: Schalke sign Raffael on loan
The Brazilian forward has made the decision to return to Germany on a temporary basis after just six months at Dynamo Kiev, with the Gelsenkirchen side struggling with injuries

Inter keen to sign D'Agostino
The Nerazzurri are looking to hijack Pescara's move for the experienced midfielder, while Genoa have put the sale of Ciro Immobile to Juventus on hold for now

Arsenal to scout Diame at Old Trafford as they weigh up January bid
The Gunners are closely tracking the West Ham powerhouse, who has a €4.2 million release clause, but want to be convinced of his fitness before making a formal move

Sneijder: My decision is not about money
The Dutchman has stressed that his hesitance to decide on his future is not about the financial aspect of the deal, and is unhappy with Inter's behaviour

 

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Djibril Cisse leaves QPR on loan to Al Gharafa
The French striker's four goals in 21 games this term were not enough for Harry Redknapp, who has allowed him to depart until the season's end after Loic Remy's arrival

Chelsea boss Benitez: I tried to sign Cazorla for Liverpool
The former Anfield boss revealed he was in the hunt for the Spanish playmaker years before Arsene Wenger signed him for Arsenal, but his transfer fee at the time was prohibitive

Liverpool need two or three more signings, says Gerrard
The Reds' skipper feels his team can beat any side in the Premier League on their day, but is aware they need to strengthen if they're to find consistency and challenge for titles

West Ham set Thursday deadline on €60,000-a-week deal for Arsenal target Diame
The Hammers issue the Senegalese midfielder a time limit to sign a new contract that would increase his release clause to £9 million, as the Gunners and Tottenham consider moves

Bastia deny Arsenal approach for Thauvin
Following various news reports claiming that the Gunners were looking to sign the midfielder, the French club have said they are not in discussions with the Premier League side

Marotta admits to 'advanced' talks for Llorente
The Old Lady's director has revealed negotiations are ongoing for the sought-after Spain international, while simultaneously ruling out the sale of Arturo Vidal

Redknapp desperate to tie up M'Vila deal
The 65-year-old Hoops boss remains wary of getting involved in a bidding war for the France international's signature as he seeks to add to his squad during the January window

De Boer: Van der Vaart and De Jong began the trend of players leaving Ajax
The Dutch trainer commented on the likely exit of three of his players in the near future, suggesting they were following in the footsteps of their earlier Oranje counterparts

Fenerbahce agree personal terms with Belhanda
The Turkish club's vice-president says his side now need to negotiate a transfer fee for the winger, but is hopeful of completing a deal

Fluminense confirm loan signing of Monzon from Olympique Lyonnais
The left-back has arrived in Brazil on a temporary deal until the end of 2013, with an option to make the move permanent, after a heart scare delayed the initial switch

No Beckham or Balotelli moves for AC Milan, insists Allegri
The coach of the Serie A side says that his club's priority is to sign Kaka in the January transfer window and has rejected speculation the Manchester City man could arrive

Galliani: Kaka's €5 million wage stalling AC Milan return
The Rossoneri vice-president believes a deal could be completed for the Real Madrid midfielder, but highlighted that there are still financial barriers to overcome

Schalke knock back 'unacceptable' Tottenham offer for Holtby
The Bundesliga side claim Spurs want to sign the midfielder in January, but have rejected an initial deal, with the German saying his immediate future is out of his hands

Barcelona will find a good replacement for Victor Valdes, insists Vilarrubi
The 31-year-old revealed earlier this week that he will not extend his current deal with the Blaugrana, but they have little doubt that they will cope with the situation

Fulham want Roma's Stekelenburg, reveals agent
The Cottagers' manager Martin Jol is a long-term admirer of the Netherlands goalkeeper who has lost his place at the Giallorossi, and could tie up a deal for the end of January

Wenger: It's a big period for Diaby in order to earn a new contract
The Arsenal manager has heaped praise on the French midfielder, but has warned the 26-year-old that he must show that he is fit enough to be rewarded with a new deal

Terim: We do not want Sneijder if he thinks he is bigger than Galatasaray
The experienced coach has stressed that no player is more important than the Turkish powerhouse as the Dutchman continues to stall over a transfer

Rodgers identifies need for 'experienced' player ahead of possible Sneijder move
Liverpool's manager has revealed that he is looking to change the club's transfer policy, despite resistance from the hierarchy, away from developing youngsters with potential

Athletic Bilbao turn down final Juventus offer for Llorente
The Primera Division outfit have decided not to accept the Old Lady's final bid for the 27-year-old, who is now set to stay at San Mames until the end of the season

Immobile is not leaving Genoa for Juventus, insists Preziozi
The Grifone supremo has quashed rumours linking his young star with a move to the Old Lady, while he is hopeful he can wrap up a deal for Reto Ziegler

Newcastle boss Pardew: Santon and Krul going nowhere
The Magpies' manager has denied knowledge of any interest from Italy in the defensive pair, saying that even an "extraordinary offer" would not test his club's resolve

Tottenham 'in talks' to sign Holtby in January, confirms Heldt
The midfielder has agreed to move to White Hart Lane at the end of the season, but Spurs want to snap him up this month after Sandro was ruled out for the rest of the campaign

Neymar reaffirms Santos commitment
The forward has long been linked with a move to Europe, but while he admits he would like to work with Pep Guardiola one day, he has no desire to abandon his boyhood club

Walcott signs new long-term Arsenal contract
The Gunners have now confirmed that the 23-year-old has agreed an extension to his current deal which was set to expire this summer, as revealed by Goal.com last week

Tottenham eye M'Vila or Diame swoop following Sandro injury blow
Spurs are considering moving for the Rennes midfielder after receiving the devastating news that their Brazilian anchorman will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury

Napoli president rules out sale of Arsenal target Cavani
After Gunners boss Arsene Wenger publicly revealed his liking for the player on Thursday, Aurelio De Laurentiis insists the player is not for sale after a bid from an unnamed club

Official: Gremio sign Vargas on loan
The Chile international will spend the 2013 season in the Brazilian top flight after a difficult one-year spell with the Partenopei during which he failed to secure a regular berth

Official: Southampton sack Adkins & appoint Mauricio Pochettino as manager
The Saints have dismissed the 47-year-old and replaced him with the Argentine who will take charge for Monday's Premier League clash against Everton at St Mary's

Giggs 'relaxed' about Manchester United future amid talk of one-year extension
Following Sir Alex Ferguson's claim that the veteran is set to remain at Old Trafford for a further season, the Welshman is reiterated his focus is on his on-field performances

Pardew hopeful Coloccini will remain at Newcastle
The centre-back is keen on a move back to Argentina with his wife reportedly ill, and San Lorenzo, who his father is employed by, have made their interest known

Guardiola's arrival will lure more stars to Bundesliga, says Schuster
The former Real Madrid coach feels that the 42-year-old's decision to move to Germany could prove to be an example to follow for other big names

AC Milan, Real Madrid & Kaka all want a deal to happen, says Galliani
The Rossoneri director has stressed that all parties involved have the same objective, but stressed that they will all have to make sacrifices if the transfer is to go ahead

Paris Saint-Germain do not need Ronaldo, says Ancelotti
The former Chelsea boss has stated he is not interested in purchasing the Portugal international and insists he will not be making any signings in the January transfer window

Valdes tells Barcelona he will not renew his contract
The Blaugrana goalkeeper has told the club he plans to leave at the end of his current deal, after recently expressing his desire to experience "other cultures"

Galliani admits Kaka move will be 'very difficult' as Berlusconi hints at big January transfer
The Rossoneri vice-president says there has been contact between him and Real Madrid regarding a possible loan deal, but stressed a move is by no means certain

Silvestre eager to ditch Inter for Napoli, says agent
The defender, who is on loan at San Siro from Palermo, has rejected bids from Genoa and Atalanta according to Eugenio Ascari, as he wants to secure a switch to San Paolo

Rodgers dampens expectations over Liverpool transfers
The Reds manager is not confident on the club signing Wesley Sneijder or another major name, insisting that Daniel Sturridge was their main target in the January window

Stuttgart in advanced negotiations to sign Manchester United forward Macheda, claims agent
The young Italian striker's representative says that his client is "liked by a lot of clubs" and will leave on loan with the option to buy as his contract expires in June 2014

Pardew: Newcastle made QPR striker Remy a fantastic offer
The Magpies boss says that a deal with the forward was agreed but he did not arrive, with the club refusing to pay "silly money" for the 26-year-old France international

Celtic sign Australian midfielder Rogic
The 20-year-old will join the Scottish champions on a four-and-a-half year deal subject to a work permit application, after a trial period with the club on their trip to Spain

No Arsenal approach for Gourcuff, says Lyon chairman
Jean-Michel Aulas denies reports that the Gunners are chasing the 26-year-old midfielder and shuns speculation that Juventus are on the verge of signing Lisandro Lopez

Stoke's Maurice Edu seals Bursaspor loan
The Turkish look to fill the gap left by Alfred N'Diaye following his switch to Sunderland by snapping up the defensive midfielder, who passed a medical on Thursday

Saponara to join AC Milan this summer
The exciting Serie B prospect will team-up with the Rossoneri in six months' time after co-owners Parma gave the San Siro outfit the all-clear to complete the deal on Thursday

 

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Manchester United striker Macheda set for Elche loan
The Italian, who has not made a Premier League appearance for the Red Devils this term, is poised to join the Spanish second-tier outfit until the end of the season

Montpellier owner rules out Fenerbahce move for Belhanda
The Istanbul giants do not have the funds to sign the 22-year-old Morocco international, according to the French Ligue 1 club's owner

Newcastle set to enter race for Swansea striker Graham
Alan Pardew is keen to bolster his forward options after losing Demba Ba to Chelsea this month and his hopeful of enticing the former Middlesbrough man back to the north east

Van Persie: I was right to leave Arsenal for Manchester United
The Dutchman has insisted he made the right decision in exiting the north London club over the summer and says he is "surrounded by champions" at Old Trafford

Marotta: Llorente will move to Juventus this summer
The Bianconeri CEO is confident that his club will be able to lure the Spain international in the summer having missed out on a January transfer for the player

Manchester United attempt to blow Arsenal out of the water by offering €20m deal for Zaha
Sir Alex Ferguson met the Crystal Palace star in London on Sunday and has sanctioned multiple bids over the last week in an attempt to land the coveted forward

Martinez: Wigan will not sell Arsenal target McCarthy
The Latics boss has insisted that losing players during January is "the last thing" the club want and revealed he is targeting defensive reinforcements this month

Allegri: It's difficult to talk percentages on a Kaka move
The Milan coach is uncertain on whether or not he will be able to bring the Brazil international back to San Siro, but has admitted that he is excited by the prospect

Sneijder is coming to Galatasaray to retire, says Unal Aysal
The Istanbul club's president has claimed that the Netherlands international has expressed a wish to remain with the club until he hangs up his boots after agreeing personal terms

Benitez confirms agreement over new Chelsea deal for Ashley Cole
Following the Blues' 2-1 victory over Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, the Spaniard revealed that the veteran full-back is close to signing a new contract

M'Vila departure imminent says Rennes general manager Dreossi
The Frenchman has confirmed that the in-demand midfielder will be leaving the club shortly, but did not indicate who he will sign for

Wales coach Hartson urges Arsenal to loan out Ramsey
The former Gunners and Celtic striker believes the 22-year-old is currently low on confidence and feels a changes of scenery and run of games will do him a world of good

 

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Inter deny having reached Younes Belhanda agreement
Montpellier president Louis Nicollin claimed that he had accepted the Nerazzurri's €14m bid for the playmaker, but the Italians have since moved to quash the reports

Atletico forward Adrian ignoring Arsenal specualtion
Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is keen to bolster his attacking options by bringing the forward to the Emirates Stadium, but the 25-year-old has insisted he is happy at his club

Newcastle target Moussa Sissoko banned by Toulouse over transfer row
The Ligue 1 side have suspended the midfielder, whose contract expires in the summer due to an ongoing dispute, with the Magpies thought to be leading the race to sign him

Demel signs new West Ham deal
The Ivorian full-back has put pen to paper on a contract which will commit him to the club until 2015, having made 17 appearances in all competitions this season

Liverpool fly out to Italy to negotiate Coutinho transfer
Anfield managing director Ian Ayre will hold talks with the Serie A giants as the Merseysiders step up their bid to land the Brazilian playmaker amid interest from Southampton

Michu signs new deal with Swansea until 2016
The 26-year-old has been linked with a big-money move elsewhere after a sensational first season in English football, but insists he is "living a dream" at the Liberty Stadium

Juventus not giving up on Lisandro Lopez
The Serie A giants remain keen to sign the experienced attacker, but a transfer is by no means a certainty yet as Olympique Lyonnais are reluctant to let him leave on loan

Allegri: I would be happy if Drogba came to Milan
The Rossoneri are supposedly keen to lure the veteran attacker to San Siro this winter, and the 45-year-old would happily welcome the striker

'Several' loan offers for Chelsea midfielder Marin, reveals agent
The summer signing respects the high level of competition for games at Stamford Bridge but wants to regain his Germany place with first-team football, reveals his agent

AC Milan willing to sell Mexes to finance Balotelli move
The Rossoneri are still hoping to bring the Italy international to San Siro in January, and would be willing to offload the defender in order to fund the potential deal

Conte delighted by Buffon's decision to renew Juve deal
The Italy goalkeeper's current deal with the Turin giants is set to expire in the summer, but the coach has confirmed that the veteran has agreed an extension

Celta Vigo complete loan signing of Pranjic
The Croatia midfielder joins the Liga outfit on a six-month deal from Sporting, with an option to make the move permanent in the summer

Ricardo Centurion set for summer Anzhi switch
The Russian outfit have stolen a march on some of Europe's elite by securing the signing of the highly-rated Argentina U20 international from Racing Club

Roma playmaker Pjanic claims Barcelona interest
The 22-year-old has said the Blaugrana have been watching him in recent weeks, but stressed that any decision over a move is his current club's to make

Celtic reject Norwich's 'improved offer' for Hooper
Hoops boss Neil Lennon confirms that the Canaries have bid for the prolific striker but that he will not be allowed to leave Parkhead unless a fee beyond £6 million is tabled

Gouffran confirms Newcastle move
The Magpies appear to be on the verge of sealing a move for the Bordeaux attacker, who has claimed a move to St James' Park could be completed by Wednesday on Twitter

Official: Newcastle complete Yanga-Mbiwa signing
The France international has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract at St James' Park and is looking forward to featuring for "one of the biggest clubs in the Premier League"

Dzeko not leaving Manchester City during January window, says agent
Irfan Redzepagic has claimed to have no knowledge of reported interest from Inter but insists the striker will stay at the Etihad Stadium for the foreseeable future

Anderlecht sign De Zeeuw on loan from Spartak Moscow
The midfielder will move to Belgium until the end of the season, and could be signed permanently in the summer as he looks to help the Belgian champions to another title

Schalke deny reports of Bastos medical
Reports claimed the Brazil international was travelling to Germany, but the club have moved to rubbish those claims with a statement over their official Twitter account

Nagatomo 'honoured' by Real Madrid link
The Japan international is reportedly interesting the Liga champions, though the player insists he is focused on catching Juventus at the top of the Serie A table

Della Valle promises summer signings at Fiorentina
The Viola chief has vowed to appease the worries of supporters by bringing in some big names over the summer, as Vincenzo Montella's side aim for Europe

Falcao denies meeting with Florentino Perez
The Colombia forward has refuted claims that he and his agent met with the Real Madrid president, while Miguel Angel Gil Marin has denied having any interest in the player

Graham no nearer Swansea exit, reveals Laudrup
The manager has ruled out a switch before the Swans' Capital One Cup semi-final second leg against Chelsea, with Newcastle, Norwich and Sunderland all interested

Ashley Cole agrees new one-year Chelsea deal
The left-back looked set to leave the club with his contract expiring in the summer, with Paris Saint-Germain a touted destination, but has now committed to the Blues until 2014

Sneijder: Mourinho told me to sign for Galatasaray
The midfielder says he asked the Real Madrid coach and Louis van Gaal for their thoughts on his move to Turkey before moving to Istanbul

Pogba will stay at Juventus until the summer, says agent
The midfielder has been linked with a number of clubs following several eye-catching displays, but his representative insists he is not for sale at any price

Allardyce to hold talks with Alou Diarra on West Ham future
The Hammers boss says he will sit down with the experienced France international, who was quoted speaking of his unhappiness at Upton Park and desire to leave the club

Eriksson: Beckham can still perform at the top level
The Swede, who is currently the technical director at Al Nasr, feels the former Three Lions’ captain will succeed wherever he goes and hopes to lure him to Dubai

Roma beat Fulham to Torosidis signature
The Greece international was a target for a number of clubs across Europe, but the Giallorossi are now in pole position, with the defender set to undergo a medical

Stekelenburg will stay at Roma, says agent
The goalkeeper has been linked with a move away from the Giallorossi after losing his place in the side, but his representative has moved to quash speculation regarding his future

Ochoa's agent plays down Liverpool rumours
The Mexican shot-stopper has been linked with a move to the Reds as a potential replacement for Pepe Reina, but the player's representative has denied he is on his way to Anfield

Arsenal prepare to make Diame their first January signing
Arsene Wenger will make one final check on the West Ham midfielder's fitness before triggering the £3.5 million release clause in his contract

Crystal Palace chairman insists Manchester United target Zaha will be at the club until the summer
The winger’s future has been a hot topic during January with Manchester United and Arsenal battling for his signature, but Steve Parish is determined to keep him for now

Radosevic edges closer to 'dream' Napoli move
The Partenopei are on the cusp of pulling off a major transfer coup with the highly-rated prodigious Croat, who is valued around €3 million, set to arrive in Naples in January

AC Milan and Real Madrid continue Kaka talks
The Brazil international's proposed transfer seemed to have hit the rocks due to "fiscal reasons", but the Serie A outfit have not given up yet believing the deal can be salvaged

Inter acquire full ownership of Benassi
The 2010 Champions League winners have purchased the remaining 50 per cent of the midfielder's economical rights after his league debut and see him as an exciting prospect

Newcastle reach deal with Nancy to sign Haidara
The 20-year-old left-back is set to join the Magpies after his current club confirmed that the two sides have reached an agreement for the France Under-21 international

Coloccini set for Newcastle decision
The defender's father has revealed that the Magpies are hoping to keep hold of their captain until May, as he continues to pursue a move to former club San Lorenzo

 

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Schweinsteiger: I was close to leaving Bayern in 2008
The influential midfielder has admitted that he could have said farewell to the Allianz Arena a few years ago, and failed to rule out a move abroad in the future

Schalke reject fresh Tottenham bid for Holtby
The 22-year-old midfielder has signed a pre-contract deal to move to White Hart Lane in the summer, but Sandro's injury led to the club attempting to rush a deal through

Official: Llorente to join Juventus in July
The Spain international will move to the Turin giants in the summer on a four-year deal once his contract with Athletic Bilbao expires

Manchester United agree £17m Zaha deal
The Crystal Palace starlet will complete a medical with the Premier League leaders in the next 48 hours before returning to Selhurst Park on loan until the end of the season

Juventus to confirm four-year deal for Llorente
Antonio Conte has won the race for the Spain striker, who will become a Bianconeri player on July 1 after seeing out the remainder of his contract with Athletic Bilbao

Newcastle complete signing of Gouffran from Bordeaux
The 26-year-old forward becomes the latest player to make the jump from Ligue 1 to St James' Park and Alan Pardew is certain the former Caen man fits his style of play

'Zenit need to up bid for Abate as AC Milan step up chase for Balotelli' - agent
The Rossoneri may cash in on the full-back to raise transfer funds for a possible deal to bring the Manchester City striker to Milan, according to the defender's agent

Fiorentina close in on Wolski signing
The Polish playmaker is to have a medical in Florence on Thursday, with the Viola on the verge of completing a hat-trick of January signings, as they bid to make a push for Europe

Xavi to sign new Barcelona contract on Monday
The experienced playmaker will put pen-to-paper on a two-year extension to his current agreement, following Carles Puyol in committing his future to the club

Juan Pablo Angel to sign for Atletico Nacional
The Colombia striker will join the club for a second stint and expressed his happiness at returning to the team where he first felt "most important” as a player

Stade Rennais confirm sale of M'Vila to Rubin Kazan
The France midfielder, who has been linked with a number of Premier League clubs this month, is undergoing a medical in Rome ahead of a potential switch to the Russian outfit

Roma confirm Torosidis signing
The Giallorossi have beaten Premier League side Fulham to the player's signature, who joins the Italian capital club on a two-year deal for a fee of €400,000

Manchester City lower Balotelli asking price after Milan talks
The Premier League champions are willing to accept a lower fee for the Italian striker as long as the Serie A giants are prepared to offer a larger initial sum

Bruno Cesar admits joining Al Ahli for financial gain
The Selecao attacker has revealed he has been given a "very good contract" in Saudi Arabia and says the deal will help him and his family enjoy monetary stability

Malaga loan Lugano from Paris Saint-Germain
The Uruguay international has joined the Andalusians for the remainder of the season, with a view to making the deal permanent at the end of the campaign

San Lorenzo end bid to sign Newcastle captain Coloccini
The club have switched their attentions to other defensive options after conceding defeat in their battle to bring the 30-year-old ex-Deportivo La Coruna man back to Argentina

Michel Bastos in Schalke talks
The Brazil international has once again been linked with a move to Gelsenkirchen and despite the Bundesliga outfit playing down rumours of their interest, a move could yet happen

Five Premier League clubs chasing Watford loanee Vydra, claims agent
The Czech forward has netted 16 times in 26 matches since arriving in England from Udinese leading to interest from top-flight teams, but he looks set to stay at the Hornets

 

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Mancini claims Manchester City don't have enough players
The Italian concedes that it will be difficult for him to add to his squad during the closing days of the January transfer window but insists he will not sell any players

Sir Alex Ferguson wants Ferdinand to extend Manchester United contract
The Red Devils' manager has revealed that he would like to see the veteran defender sign on for another year at the club when his current deal expires at the end of this season

Fabricio Coloccini admits he 'needed' Newcastle exit in open letter to San Lorenzo fans
The Argentine defender is to remain on Tyneside until the end of the season at least, but has criticised the Magpies for refusing to allow him to move to San Lorenzo this month

Lyon's Bastos agrees personal terms with Schalke
The Brazilian has reached agreement over personal terms with the Bundesliga outfit but his current employers have agreed to sell him to another club

Mauro Boselli set for switch to Palermo
The Argentine has struggled for first-team action at the DW Stadium since his €7.6 million move in 2010 and the Rosanero are confident of striking a loan deal for him

Rodgers targeting Liverpool arrivals following Ngoo loan move to Hearts
The Reds boss is hoping for "one or two" signings before the end of the transfer window after allowing a second player to move to Tynecastle until the end season

Real Madrid complete Diego Lopez signing
The Liga champions have swooped for the 31-year-old to provide extra goalkeeping cover, after Iker Casillas was ruled out for up to 12 weeks following surgery on his hand

Fiorentina confirm the signings of Wolski and Compper
The Tuscan outfit have added two new players to their ranks to help them in their bid to qualify for Europe next season

'I don't want to sell Cesar or Green' - QPR boss Redknapp keen to retain goalkeepers
The shot-stopping duo have both been strongly linked with January moves away from the west London club but their manager is hoping they will stay put this month

It would be great if Paulinho joins Inter, says Juan Jesus
The Brazilian would love to see his compatriot make the move to San Siro to replace Wesley Sneijder, who moved to Galatasaray earlier this month

Juventus agree terms with Anelka
The Bianconeri are set to sign the Shanghai Shenhua frontman on a six-month deal worth an initial €600,000, with the option to extend his stay by a further year

Newcastle confirm signing of Moussa Sissoko from Toulouse six-and-a-half year deal
The 23-year-old, who has arrived on Tyneside for an undisclosed fee, expressed excitement at sealing a move and claimed his playing style is "suited to the Premier League"

Bielsa 'happy & sad' about Llorente's deal with Juventus
The Athletic Bilbao coach is sure that the 27-year-old will continue to be fully committed to the club until the end of the season, while Ibai Gomez is happy to see the saga end

Spartak Moscow agree transfer for Rubin’s Salvatore Bocchetti
The 26-year-old Italian had been linked with a move back to Serie A, but has elected to stay in Russia, and will officially join the capital club once he passes a medical

West Brom reject Odemwingie transfer request
The Baggies' sporting and technical director Richard Garlick has dismissed the idea of the Nigeria international leaving, despite rumoured interest from QPR this month

Official: Atletico Madrid seal Insua deal
The Argentina international has moved to the Spanish capital on a three-and-a-half year contract after spending 18 months at Sporting Lisbon

Belhanda free to leave Montpellier, says Laurent Nicollin
The Morocco international has been linked with a move to Fenerbahce this January, and the club official says he will not stand in the player's way

Tottenham loan out youngster Coulibaly to Serie B side Grosseto
The 18-year-old, who has also had a spell with the Siena youth team, will spend the rest of the season at the second-tier Italian club, who are currently bottom of the league

Wenger dampens Arsenal hopes of new signings
The Gunners boss says that he is more concerned with the players already at the Emirates Stadium but concedes that he would move for certain players if the price were right

De Gea would be tempted by Barcelona move, says girlfriend
Although the Spanish goalkeeper is "very happy" at Manchester United, his partner says that he would relish a return to Spain, especially if it were to play for the Catalan club

Official: Zaccardo joins AC Milan
The 31-year-old has been confirmed as a Rossoneri player, with Djamel Mesbah and Rodney Strasser making the switch in the other direction to Parma

Isco set to sign new five-year deal at Malaga
The 20-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League this season, but the Andalusian club's director of football expects him to pen a fresh deal soon

Fiorentina make loan offer for Quagliarella
The former Napoli man could be on the move in the January transfer window as the Viola are looking to add some fresh blood to their attack

Mancini: Balotelli will stay at Manchester City
The 48-year-old has refuted suggestions his striker will leave the club, despite the January rumour mill continuing to link the Italy international with a move back to Serie A

Payment dispute stalls Napoli move for Radosevic
The Croatian midfielder appeared to be on his way to Serie A, but a dispute over some of the finer details of the move has put his transfer on hold

Di Matteo: Lazio would be a good move for Lampard
The 42-year-old Italian has urged his former player to turn to the Serie A club with Chelsea set to allow the midfielder to leave on a free transfer in the summer

Wenger rules out move for Barcelona star Villa
The Gunners were said to be keen on Spain's all-time leading goalscorer, but as exclusively revealed by Goal.com, they have abandoned their pursuit for the striker

Manchester United wrap up Zaha deal
The England international will have a medical on Friday but will not join the club until July after being loaned straight back to Crystal Palace for the rest of the season

Destro refuses to rule out AC Milan move
The young striker has hinted at a transfer to the Rossoneri in the future, while also revealing Roma's ambition to qualify for the Champions League

'Tom is a good kid' - Liverpool academy chief McParland keen on Ince return
Rumours persist that the Blackpool winger is set to make a January move back to Anfield and the club's director of youth football has hailed the 20-year-old's qualities

'Lewandowski must do what is right for him' - Klinsmann
With the Poland international attracting admiring glances from Europe's biggest clubs, the former Spurs man suggests he should put his own career first before worrying about others

Stekelenburg reveals growing frustration at Roma
The Dutch goalkeeper admits he is disheartened at his lack of playing time under the Giallorossi coach, which has fuelled speculation that he could be on the move in January

Neymar could remain in Brazil after 2014, insists Luis Alvaro
With speculation continuing to mount over the future one of South America's hottest talents, the club chief has revealed that the 20-year-old could extend his contract with Santos

Palmeiras call a halt to Riquelme rumours
The Brazilian side's president admitted the former Argentina international would be a welcome addition to any club, but admitted his own lack the funds to bankroll a move

I've joined Juventus, says Cevallos
The teenage sensation on Thursday claimed he has completed a dream move to the Old Lady and will jet out to Italy after the South America Under-20 championship

Manchester United's Michael Keane extends Leicester loan
The 20-year-old defender has extended his deal until the end of the season, and Foxes boss Nigel Pearson is pleased the youngster will continue his development at the club

Liverpool youngster Ngoo set for Hearts loan
The 20-year-old striker will join fellow Red Danny Wilson in sealing a short-term stay at Tynecastle, with the club keen for him to gain experience of first-team football

AC Milan set to complete Zaccardo-Mesbah swap
The Parma defender's agent has confirmed the deal is likely to go through on Friday, after the players have completed medicals at their respective new clubs

Toulouse confirm Sissoko's departure to join Newcastle
The Magpies have agreed a fee for the France international, who will join Mathieu Debuchy, Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa, Massadio Haidara and Yoan Gouffran in moving to St. James' Park

Stuttgart sign Macheda on loan from Man United
The 21-year-old has joined the Bundesliga side on a short-term deal until the end of the season, following previous spells at QPR and Sampdoria

Blackburn's Formica joins Palermo's relegation fight
The 24-year-old Argentine has left Ewood Park to help in the Italian outfit's struggle to remain in Serie A, ending a troubled 18-month stay in England with Rovers

AC Milan president Berlusconi claims no moves for Balotelli or Kaka
The Rossoneri had been strongly linked with the high profile duo after allowing some top earners to leave the club, but their owner has now quashed any talk of big money moves

Falcao: I am not thinking about a transfer
The Colombia international has set his sights on winning trophies with his current club rather than considering his options amid interest from some of Europe's heavyweights

 

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Mario Balotelli is off to AC Milan. Confirmed.