NEWCASTLE’s transfer for Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips has reportedly been cancelled due to FFP issues.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are a sensational move for Karim Benzema or Roberto Firmino, according to reports.
Then again, it is possible that Jordan Henderson will simply remain in Saudi Arabia, as Al-Ettifaq have no interest in letting the midfielder leave in January.
The former Liverpool star is open to a loan and on the radar of moves from Ajax and Juventus.
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Julen Lopetegui has revealed he is holding out for a managerial job in England.
He confessed his preference in an interview with Sky Sports, in which he described the culture of English football as “special” and admitted that he had turned down jobs abroad in the past.
He said: “That’s why I said no to other countries and other conditions, because I would like to stay here in England. I feel like our team here is getting better and we need to do that to achieve our dreams.
“The way the country lives football here is special – it’s the best league in the world, the most competitive league in the world, the best environment for the players, coaches and fans too.
“I have fought for titles, I have fought for other objectives but, of course, the most important thing is to feel that you have a task on which you can put your stamp, on which you can work and the functionality of the entire club. .
“If you ask me, I would love these types of challenges and be able to achieve all the club’s objectives.
“I have to be prepared. When you settle for a challenge, it’s not just about the players and how you should play. . . I think you have to perceive where you are, what the culture of the club is and its history. also.
Reports last week claimed that Lopetegui was “in a good position” to update Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager.
Arsenal are leading the race to sign Ivan Toney to the Independent.
It is expected to be valued at £60 million upfront and potentially up to £80 million adding add-ons.
Chelsea are also interested, but their poor form has seen them fall to Arsenal in the race for the move.
Tottenham have Genoa ace Radu Dragusin among their attractions as they step up their search for a new centre-back.
Dragusin is one of Man Utd’s main targets.
Troy Deeney has been appointed boss of Forest Green Rovers in his first role.
The Watford legend has shown himself to be the club’s new manager following the departures of David Horseman and Louis Carey.
He joined the club as a player-coach in the summer but will now take over as head coach with immediate effect, Un said.
Man Utd are ruling out the possibility of signing Sofyan Amrabat this summer due to Kobbie Mainoo’s impressive form.
Arsenal are reportedly considering replacing midfielder Thomas Partey as he helps keep an eye on FOUR Premier League midfielders ahead of the January window.
Partey, 30, has made just four appearances for the Gunners so far this season due to groin and hamstring injuries.
Man Utd will retain Sofyan Amrabat at the end of the season, SunSport has learned.
Erik Ten Hag is “already planning” the player’s return to Italy this summer.
Old Trafford sources say there is widespread fear that Amrabat is compatible with the Premier League.
An insider said: “Amrabat is very unlikely to stay at Manchester United after the Summer. They have an option to make the deal a permanent one, but as things stand the manager is not making plans to do that.
“There is no doubt that Amrabat is a smart player, but there are doubts about whether he is the right user for the Premier League.
“He played very well in Italy, but the speed of the game is very different and that’s something he’s struggled with since joining United.
“There may well be interest from other clubs in Europe but as things stand he won’t be staying at United.”
Arsenal have gained momentum in their pursuit of Ivan Toney.
Former Arsenal defender William Gallas believes the Gunners should sign Dominic Solanke over Ivan Toney or Victor Osimhen.
Gallas told Lord Ping: “I think Arsenal want another striker besides Gabriel Jesus. A striker who is physically larger can allow the team to play another style of football.
“Osimhen, Toney or Solanke? That’s a smart question! It’s just about the quality of the players and whether the player can have an intelligent relationship with the coach. “
“If you have a strong character and a strong personality, it will not be what the coach wants.
“I’m not sure about Victor Osimhen. He’s got a strong character but I don’t know if he’ll have an intelligent relationship with Arteta.
“If I was Arteta, I would sign for Dominic Solanke, who is also a cheaper option than Osimhen and Toney.”
Man Utd may lose star Sergio Reguilon, on loan to Borussia Dortmund in January, thanks to a secret clause in his contract.
Reguilon, 27, joined the Red Devils from Spurs and has so far made seven Premier League appearances.
It’s reckoned United can trigger a release clause in his loan move from Spurs next month which would send him back to London.
The former Real Madrid man is out of Ange Postecoglou’s plans.
And the German media Bild claims that Borussia Dortmund is in a position to take credit.
Tottenham have Genoa ace Radu Dragusin among their attractions as they step up their search for a new centre-back.
The Romanian, 21, was watched by Spurs scouts against his former club Juventus on Friday night.
Dragusin’s agent Florin Manea revealed this week he has had discussions with the North Londoners over his £26million-rated client.
Manea said: “With Tottenham it’s just a discussion about Radu. There is interest from them, we will see what happens in the next period.
Dragusin helped Genoa achieve promotion to Serie A after joining Juve in 2020.
He signed through Old Lady under the management of Fabio Paratici, who became Spurs’ general director of football.
Donny van de Beek could reportedly leave Manchester United after all while he undergoes a medical at Eintracht Frankfurt.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Van de Beek is in Germany to complete his medical before a loan.
The design of the transaction is a direct loan with no legal liability for purchase.
If Frankfurt do wish to make the transfer a permanent one, the fee would be £9.5million plus £3.5m in add-ons.
Arsenal have landed a huge new signing from Real Madrid.
According to The Athletic, the Gunners have managed to snap up Paulo Xavier.
Xavier was Real Madrid’s Latin America scout.
But after taking over in September 2017, he is believed to have already left the 14-time European champions team and taken up his new role; This has yet to be officially confirmed.
The report adds that Xavier will operate in South America alongside two Arsenal scouts.
He is a key member of the reconnaissance team led by Juni Calafat with Los Blancos.
Nottingham Forest have appointed Nuno Espirito Santo as their new manager.
The club axed Steve Cooper yesterday with the club sitting one spot above the relegation zone.
Nuno Espírito Santo has been appointed as the new Nottingham Forest player.
The manager has signed a two-and-a-half year contract.
RB Leipzig are reportedly signing Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho.
The 23-year-old was left out of the United squad in September following a public feud with Erik ten Hag.
He is not expected to return to the team anytime soon, so club officials are determined to sack him in January.
And according to BILD, RB Leipzig would be interested.
Man Utd are expected to acquire Sancho for a fraction of the £73m they paid for him in 2021.
However, his £350,000-a-week wages are understood to be a problem for RB Leipzig.
Former Wolves and Tottenham manager Nuno Espirito Santo will become Nottingham Forest boss today.
According to Fabrizio Romano, his contract will be valid until 2026.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is said to complete his £1. 25bn investment in Manchester United before Christmas.
But enthusiasts are cautioned not to expect their stockings to be filled with gifts despite the billionaire’s arrival.
Brentford have admitted that Arsenal and Chelsea target Ivan Toney could move “very soon”.
The English striker, valued at £100 million, is said to be “very excited” by the Gunners’ interest when he returns from a suspension next month.
And Bees director Lee expects “a lot of interest” in the 27-year-old in the January window.
The one-cap star hit 20 goals last season as the type of natural finisher that Arsenal and Chelsea crave.
told Brentford’s press team: “There is interest and maybe very soon the time will come for Ivan to move to another club.
“But they’re going to have to pay a decent amount for his move to get his facilities because he’s a talent. “
Nottingham Forest have announced the departure of manager Steve Cooper, with the club just five points clear of the relegation zone.
It is understood that Nuno Espirito Santo is expected to be brought in by the Tricky Trees to replace the Cooper.
Owner Evangelos Marinakis spoke about the departure of Cooper, who had been active since 2021, in a statement from the club.
He said: “Everyone at Nottingham Forest would like to thank Steve for his very good contribution to our football club. His good fortune in guiding Forest to the Premier League will remain an iconic moment in the club’s history.
“We thank Steve for his determination and commitment during his time with us, as well as the incredible bond he has forged with our supporters and the City of Nottingham.
“Steve will remain a friend of the club and will be welcome at the City Ground. We wish him the best of luck in his long-term endeavors.
Manchester United director of football John Murtough has warned the club will do business in the January move window.
Speaking at a Man Utd fans’ forum he explained that the club don’t see the winter window as good time to be recruiting players.
As far as the January move-in window goes, we don’t expect it to be particularly busy.
There will be the option to close deals outside the team, especially in terms of locating opportunities for players who don’t play as much football as they would like.
However, we have been consistent in saying that we do not consider January to be the optimal time to do business and that our hiring strategy remains focused on summer windows.
Following the announcement that Nuno Espirito Santo will update Steve Cooper at Nottingham Forest, SunSport has taken a look at what his first five games will look like.
The run-in looks like hard work for the former Wolves and Spurs boss with some tough Premier League clashes and an FA Cup tie.
Forest will host either Blackpool or Forest Green Rovers on January 7 in the third round of the FA Cup.
Arsenal have signed former Real Madrid signing Paulo Xavier.
The Athletic reported that Xavier had left his position at the Spanish giants, which he had held since 2017, to sign for the north London side.
Xavier will travel to South America along with two others in his new role with the Gunners.
Robert Lewandowski’s agent has denied any communication about an exit from Barcelona in the winter transfer window.
There have been speculations about a possible departure from the Catalan giants in January, with Barca in the midst of a currency crisis.
But the Polish international looks to be staying put after his agent, Pini Zahvi, made his future clear.
He said, “Lewa’s long career? He’ll stay in Barcelona, of course. “
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Juventus have made first contacts with Man City over a deal for Kalvin Phillips in January.
The England foreigner has struggled to gain playing time since joining Leeds Cityzens and must move on.
Romano has claimed that Phillips will leave the Etihad in the winter window, and Juventus are pushing to close a deal.
The 28-year-old is reportedly keen to start betting more on football to cement his position in Gareth Soutgate’s England squad for the European Championship in Germany this summer.
Man City are reportedly willing to negotiate a loan deal with the legal responsibility of buying Phillips this summer, while Juventus prefer an option to buy over a mandatory deal.
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