Tottenham are a long overdue move for Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
Elsewhere, Spurs are also considering a January move for Chelsea star Conor Gallagher.
Meanwhile, Chelsea have reportedly rejected a formal request from Premier League rivals Wolves for Armando Broja.
In other news, La Liga president Javier Tebas has revealed there is a “high probability” that Kylian Mbappe will make the switch to Real Madrid.
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Former Liverpool ace Glen Johnson has claimed that Xabi Alonso replacing manager Jurgen Klopp would “scare” him.
It would be a bit scary for Xabi Alonso or Steven Gerrard.
The next appointment is going to be really tough and I’d be worried about bringing someone in with so little experience.
Also, I think we’ve realised that bringing back a legend to run the club can’t work.
Paris Saint-Germain are interested in landing Manchester United star Marcus Rashford after he held showdown talks with manager Erik ten Hag.
Rashford claimed he was too ill to work out on Friday, before revealing he was partying in Belfast the night before.
The striker then thrashed the Red Devils 4-2 over Newport in the FA Cup.
PSG had already shown interest in England before signing a new five-year contract last summer.
According to i, the Ligue 1 champions would be “tempted” to update the 26-year-old at the end of the season.
The Manchester giants do not plan to sell their homegrown star and he is also claimed to not be seeking a move at the moment.
Following his disciplinary breach last week, Rashford was slapped with a two-week fine, worth £650,000.
Arsenal have sent scouts to the Africa Cup of Nations to keep an eye on Ivory Coast star Ousmane Diomande.
Diomande, who plays for Sporting Lisbon, has caught the attention of some European teams.
According to A Bola, the Gunners are among the heavyweights who are monitoring the centre-back’s progress.
The North Londoners made a £30m offer for the 20-year-old this summer and rejected it via Sporting, but remain interested.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United have all been put on high alert after RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko’s alleged release clause was revealed.
According to Sky Sports Germany, Sesko will be available to a value of £43m this summer due to the way his move to Leipzig was constructed.
The Bundesliga giants signed the centre-forward for £20. 4m from Red Bull Salzburg this summer with £5m in add-ons, the reasonable buyout clause being added this summer as a “compromise” in the deal.
The Gunners are keen on the Slovenia international and will wait until the summer to sign a forward anyway.
United were heavily linked with the 20-year-old in the summer when they opted to sign Rasmus Hojlund instead but remain in the market for a striker.
The Blues have already been linked with a summer deal for Sesko, with the West Londoners seeing the Slovenian as a less expensive option than their long-term target Victor Osimhen from Napoli.
Robbie Williams has held meetings with a consortium related to the acquisition of Port Vale.
It’s early days, but Robbie has been officially contacted to see if he’s interested in making an offer. Port Vale remains one of his biggest loves and it’s been a dream to get more involved. He’s had a few meetings and his followers are incredibly enthusiastic.
Robbie would raise the star quality and make Port Vale a major player.
Seeing what Ryan and Rob have done with Wrexham – increasing traffic, product sales and building an overall profile – is inspiring. Port Vale enthusiasts adore Robbie, and on paper, he’s a match heavenly.
Robbie Williams is a surprise offer to buy his beloved Port Vale.
Williams has been subsidised through a consortium to take over the League One team with lucrative potential derived from television.
The Take That legend was named club president at the weekend and hinted at the closed-door discussions by posing in a team T-shirt, which read: “Up The Vale. “
If that comes true, the 49-year-old could land a lucrative streaming deal for Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s acquisition of Wrexham.
Karim Benzema will not leave Al-Ittihad in the January transfer window.
Benzema joined the Saudi Arabian champions in the summer in a deal worth £86million per year.
But earlier this month he claimed that several clubs were keen to bring the striker back to Europe ahead of Thursday’s deadline.
Manchester United were linked with a resolution for the former French foreigner before temporarily denying any interest.
Arsenal and Chelsea were also possible destinations, as well as the 36-year-old’s former Lyon.
But Athletic claim that Benzema will remain at Al-Ittihad, although Lyon are “exploring a possible deal”.
Manchester United and Liverpool go head to head for Real Sociedad star Takefusa Kubo.
According to Mundo Deportivo, United could launch a bid for Kubo before the January transfer window slams shut on Thursday.
However, the Red Devils face competition from the Reds, Juventus and Al-Nassr, who are also eyeing the winger.
The price that the Japan international is asking for Anoeta has recently been £51 million.
Nottingham Forest are set to sign Borussia Dortmund star Giovanni Reyna on loan.
Forest will cover Reyna’s salary until June and there is no confirmation on a buyout clause.
Nottingham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is pushing to sign the playmaker and there is now an agreement with his agent Jorge Mendes.
The U. S. foreigner will pass the medical exam at the City Ground.
Nottingham Forest have failed in their bid to bring ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Jack Butland back to the Premier League.
Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo knows Rangers ace Butland as the best answer to his goalkeeping woes.
However, Gers rejected the Tricky Trees’ technique in the January moving window.
And the Scottish giants have made it clear that the 30-year-old is for sale this month.
Blackburn is expected to win the race ahead of 22-year-old American striker Duncan McGuire, who has been playing for Orlando City lately.
Championship rivals Sheffield Wednesday have also shown interest in the forward, who is valued at around £2.3million by his club.
He left Orlando’s training camp in Mexico to board a flight to Manchester and must now make his mind up whether he heads for Lancashire or South Yorkshire.
This is like an entry and exit into the championship play-offs chasing Sunderland.
Midfielder Alex Pritchard is set to move to Birmingham for £100,000 after refusing to play last weekend.
Pritchard, 30, has been presented with a new contract with the Black Cats, but will marry former Wearsiders boss Tony Mowbray in Birmingham.
Although Pritchard is a blow, Sunderland are set to sign former Tottenham winger Romaine Mundle from Standard Liege for £2m.
Mundle, 20, arrived at Spurs’ academy before joining the Belgian club in June 2023.
He has made six appearances off the bench this season but is now travelling to the Northeast to undergo a medical.
Southampton midfielder Carlos Alcaraz will undergo a medical this morning in London before joining Juventus on loan.
Both clubs are still working out the main points of what could be a lucrative deal for the championship club.
Alcaraz will sign for the Italian giants on loan until the end of the season with an option to buy this summer that could reach up to £40m.
Southampton are insisting on a large loan fee this month and talks are continuing over the framework of the deal.
The Argentine arrived at St. Mary’s for £20million last year January and made a good impact in the Premier League but has struggled to settle under Russell Martin in the Championship.
Joe Rothwell arrived on loan from Bournemouth earlier in the window, meaning Southampton have no plans to bring him in after letting Alcaraz go.
Chelsea have rejected a recent Wolves move for Armando Broja.
Broja, 22, is up for sale and has a hefty £50 million tag on his head.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “I understand that Chelsea have rejected Wolves’ request for Armando Broja.
“Wolves have asked for Broja on loan but Chelsea have no intention to proceed at current conditions.”
Tottenham are “seriously considering” an expired offer for Conor Gallagher before the January transfer window closes on Thursday.
According to The Times, the Blues are willing to sign Gallagher for the right price.
West Londoners demanded £50m last summer, but it was too expensive for their rivals.
As a local product, the sale of the English player abroad would be perceived as a natural benefit for Chelsea owner Todd Boehly due to his efforts to comply with Financial Fair Play limits.
Chelsea rejected a £42m bid from London rivals West Ham last summer.
Tottenham is an overdue move for Bournemouth star Dominic Solanke.
Sources Spurs are in a position to review and secure a deal on the e-book worth more than £50 million before the January moving window closes on Thursday.
According to SunSport, the North Londoners were interested in signing the in-form striker.
The Cherries already rejected a request from Newcastle this month relating to Solanke’s availability, as well as interest from West Ham last summer.
But Tottenham are in a position to control Bournemouth in the coming days.
However, it would take a massive offer to convince Bournemouth to sell.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been very happy with the qualities of Emile Smith Rowe, after the attacking midfielder recently linked with West Ham.
The Spaniard said: “It’s a joy to watch Smith-Rowe football.
“He’s a wonderful player and you see how he moves.
“It looked exactly the same as it did in education and every time we put it on the field. He put his head down, his attitude was good. “
Reds Virgil van Dijk reiterated his commitment to the Club.
He told the Men in Blazers, “Let’s be clear. I’m 100 per cent committed to the club, I love the fans.
“It’s absolutely out of context. It’s not about me, it’s about us. Five days ago, we weren’t even talking about my contract, so it’s kind of silly. “
Southampton ace Carlos Alcaraz is set to join Juventus on loan today.
The 21-year-old Argentine has been a regular with Russell Martin in the department this season.
However, he is expected to spend the rest of his time in Serie A, after reaching a loan deal with Juve.
Alcaraz will undergo a medical in London later today.
And it’s understood that Juventus will possess an option to make the deal permanent for around £34million.
The Catalan giants sign Brighton defender Pervis Estupinan.
Barcelona see the attacking full back as the perfect addition to their team, giving them more of an attacking threat in the transition from defence to attack.
The Gaviotas are known for being a team that will pass their players off for less than what they consider their true value, which may be the main obstacle for the cash-strapped Spanish giants.
Crystal Palace are signing West Ham full-back Ben Johnson.
After the first contact, the Hammers repelled his approach.
The defender is out of contract in the summer but David Moyes’ side are hoping to open contract talks with the player.
If he makes the decision not to renew his contract, it could force the club to cash in on him before he returns on a loose at the end of the season.
Atletico Madrid are keen to bring Ben Godfrey to Spain.
Although La Liga has other defensive targets, Diego Simeone has met the former Norwich City man.
Having only made two appearances under Sean Dyche this season, it is unlikely that the manager would stand in the player’s way if he were to try and force a move.
Ivan Toney’s fans are hopeful that it will be possible to reach an agreement with the announcement that Thomas Frank’s side are looking to sign a striker.
Brentford are attempting to sign Antonio Nusa from Club Brugge this week.
A £25m deal is believed to have been reached with the Belgian club.
Leicester City are not aiming to promote Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
Despite interest from Brighton, Brentford, Fulham and Arsenal the player is not deemed for sale.
A massive offer would be needed to replace the Foxes’ stance towards the player, even then they would need to retain his talent.
Man Utd had the chance to sign striker Hugo Ekitike before the window closed.
The PSG player will move away from Paris to resume his career.
He is now expected to go on loan to Eintracht Frankfurt, joining Donny van de Beek, with the club having an option to buy him for £25m.
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