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January window hotting up with big deals being worked on

Targets: Carlos Baleba, Morgan Rogers and Rodrygo

The January transfer window has burst into life, with Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United all working on deals ahead of the second half of the Premier League season. Mikel Arteta has publicly confirmed that the club are “actively looking” to add reinforcements, with the Gunners have been linked with a number of targets including Arda Guler, Kenan Yildiz and Rodrygo. They are set to miss out on Antoine Semenyo, who will be joining Manchester City in the coming days.

Chelsea, meanwhile, face uncertainty off the pitch following the dismissal of Enzo Maresca on New Year’s Day, with Liam Rosenior emerging as the leading candidate to take over in the dugout, but continue to work on new player recruits with a huge £130million bid for Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers the latest links. Tottenham have already confirmed Brennan Johnson’s departure to Crystal Palace, while West Ham have completed the signing of striker Pablo and are targeting Taty Castellanos, with Luis Guilherme set to join Sporting.

Liverpool are pushing ahead with recruitment plans of their own, reportedly agreeing a deal for Ifeanyi Ndukwe and now plotting a hijack of Manchester United’s interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Aston Villa to rival Tottenham for Omar Marmoush

Aston Villa are exploring a move for Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush.

TEAMtalk report that Villa are seeking another attacking option to bolster their recent form, and sense an opportunity given Marmoush’s limited game time at City.

Villa’s reputation for reviving attacking careers has made them an attractive destination, though rival interest from Tottenham complicates matters.

City are reluctant to sell, but Antoine Semenyo’s arrival when an exit cannot be ruled out.

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Galatasaray launch big Davide Frattesi

Some interesting news from abroad now.

Gianluca Di Marzio report that Galatasaray are stepping up their interest in Davide Frattesi, and are ready to take the Inter Milan midfielder on loan with a €35million obligation to buy.

The Italian publication report that the structure of the deal appeals to Inter, while the player himself has not ruled out a move to Istanbul.

Frattesi has long been linked with a move to England, namely Newcastle.

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Spurs make Christos Tzolis their top left-wing target

Tottenham are targeting Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis as they seek a new left-wing signing.

TEAMtalk report that Spurs’ analytics team and a senior scout have identified Tzolis as their top option for January.

Tzolis, the Greek international formerly of Norwich City, has impressed in Belgium, and Spurs are prepared to pay a club-record fee to secure him.

Other high-profile wingers on Tottenham’s radar include Ademola Lookman, Rodrygo, Savinho, Nico Williams and Maghnes Akliouche, but Tzolis is emerging as the standout choice.

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Liverpool could hijack Man Utd's Carlos Baleba interest

But there’s more.

TEAMtalk report that Liverpool could attempt to hijack Manchester United’s interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

No need to hold your breath, though, as any move would wait until the summer for a player who is valued at £87 million.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester United have not made an official bid or opened negotiations with Brighton this month, despite maintaining contact with Baleba’s representatives.

Brighton are determined to keep the player in January, meaning only an extraordinary offer could change their stance.

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Brighton CEO breaks silence on Carlos Baleba interest

Brighton expect Manchester United target Carlos Baleba to play a key role in the second half of the season.

BBC Sport report that there has been no formal approach from United this month, after interest in the summer, and one would not be welcomed by Brighton this month.

Brighton CEO Paul Barber said: "[We have had] no call from anyone connected to Manchester United.

"We have no plans or desire to sell Carlos in this window, or in any future window but we know he's a talented player and he's got a lot of options ahead of him in the future."

It's not a definite no, is it?

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Fulham see £17m Arthur Atta bid rejected

Fulham have had a €20million (£17.4m) bid rejected for Udinese midfielder Arthur Atta, writes Sam Tabuteau.

Udinese have no plans to sell the Frenchman, and it is unclear whether Fulham will make a second bid for the 22-year-old.

A tall yet technical midfielder, Atta only signed permanently for Udinese in the summer, but is already attracting interest from across Europe.

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Arsenal given Rodrygo encourgement

Arsenal have been given encouragement amid interest in Real Madrid winger Rodrygo.

The Brazilian in the summer appeared to be surplus to requirements in the Spanish capital after barely featuring under new head coach Xabi Alonso at the Club World Cup.

However, despite links to Arsenal, Rodrygo stayed put.

Fresh developments in Spain, reported by Diario Sport, claim that Rodrygo is keen to exit Real Madrid this January.

The 24-year-old is said to have started discussions with two new agents in a bid to speed up his departure, with Arsenal and Manchester City his most likely destinations.

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Liam Rosenior issues update on future amid Chelsea interest

Talk of signings coming in at Chelsea, but they remain without a manager.

First-choice target Liam Rosenior has insisted that there is “nothing concrete” in rumours linking him with the vacant managerial position.

The 41-year-old cut an emotional figure after Strasbourg’s 1-1 draw with Nice in Ligue 1, with the Englishman’s side seventh in the French top tier.

Last term, he led them to a seventh-placed finish, and they qualified for the Europa Conference League, where they have played Crystal Palace this season.

Rosenior masterminded a 2-1 win for the French side back in November, and his work across the Channel has impressed the BlueCo hierarchy, who also oversee Strasbourg.

Asked about a potential move to Chelsea, Rosenior replied: "I know nothing more.

“There is nothing concrete. I don't know what will happen. I love this club more than many people think. These are the 18 best months of my professional life."

Pressed on his future, Rosenior admitted that he did not know if he had taken charge of his last game in Alsace-Lorraine.

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Chelsea prepare £129m Morgan Rogers bid

Chelsea are preparing a €150million (£129) bid for Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers.

According to Fichajes, the Blues believe they can prize Rogers away from Villa in January with a club-record bid.

Villa, who sit above Chelsea in the Premier League standings, are ready to reject any offer during the season, but Chelsea remain undeterred as the Villans reportedly need cash to comply with financial regulations.

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Barca leading Vlahovic race

Barcelona are at the front of the queue to sign Dusan Vlahovic, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.

The Blaugrana are planning for life after Robert Lewandowski and have supposedly found the Juventus striker as their ideal replacement.

It is believed that the club have held numerous discussions with Vlahovic’s representatives, and the Culers believe that they will be able to match the salary he is earning in Turin.

Bayern Munich and AC Milan are also rumoured to be interested.