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The January transfer window is upon us with clubs set to splash the cash again. Premier League sides will undoubtedly spend big again this month, with the battle for a top four finish meaning the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United, Wolverhampton Wanderers and even Arsenal will be assessing the options available to add to their squad.
United look set to be busy with injuries in midfield sending Ole Gunnar Solskjaer scrambling to the January sales. Sporting star Bruno Fernandes is a target with Dinamo Zagreb’s Dani Olmo emerging as another possible option. Arsenal will be active too with new manager Mikel Arteta desperate to add to his squad and put his stamp on it as soon as possible. A defender or two are high on his shopping list with Bayern Munich’s Jerome Boateng the latest name in the frame. RB Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano is a long-term target and could be available this month too.
Chelsea, having been banned from signing anyone in the summer, are back in business in this window with Frank Lampard shopping for a striker and a new left-back. Lyon’s Moussa Dembele could be the former with England international Ben Chilwell the No 1 choice for the latter. We'll have the latest rumours, done deals and updates throughout the day here:
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Bayern boss Flick responds to Boateng rumours
Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick has played down speculation linking Jerome Boateng with a move to Arsenal.
The German defender has emerged as a target for Mikel Arteta following the season-ending injury to Calum Chambers. The veteran centre-back could prove to be a quick fix for the Gunners, but Flick has revealed the 31-year-old has impressed during the mid-season break.
“Jerome is a Bayern player. He has trained well during the winter break,” Flick said.
Solskjaer responds to Jimenez speculation
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has responded to speculation linking Wolves striker Raul Jimenez with a move to Manchester United following the two sides’s goalless draw in the FA Cup third round.
The Mexican has been an important part of Nuno Espirito Santo’s side since moving to Molineux in 2018, scoring 34 goals in all competitions. His success has seen him linked with a move to Old Trafford and Solskjaer admits he was impressed with his performance against his side.
“Another good player being linked with us,” Solskjaer said following the draw.
Ziyech available in January
Arsenal and Tottenham target Hakim Ziyech has been told he can leave Ajax this month, according to Calcio Mercato.
Rated at £43m, the Moroccan surprisingly stayed with the Dutch giants after an impressive season last term.
But now the 26-year-old could move on, with the north London rivals able to step up their interest.
Lingard plotting United exit?
Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard appears to be putting moves in place for a future move.
That's because the Mail report Lingard is to link up with super agent Mino Raiola.
United have a frosty relationship with Raiola due to the club's lack of willingness to work with him on a deal to sign Erling Haaland.
This has made United fear keeping Lingard long-term may prove difficult.
Sheffield United eye Cluj striker
Sheffield United are looking to make a move for Cluj striker Billel Omrani.
The Sun report the Blades will look to bring in the former Marseille striker this month.
After 13 goals in all competitions, including six in eight in Champions League qualification, the 26-year-old could be set for the Premier League.
Juve rule out Demiral exit
Juventus have decided to block the sale of Merih Demiral this month, report Tuttosport.
Leicester and Borussia Dortmund have made offers this month, while Arsenal and Man United are thought to also be keen.
With Dortmund's latest offer at £29m, Juve may do business if the price is right, but Maurizio Sarri appears set to maintain the player for now.
United and Chelsea in for Olmo
Manchester United are Chelsea are keen on Dani Olmo but face competition from Barcelona, report Goal.
The 21-year-old is rated at €30m (£25.6m) by the La Liga giants, but his club Dinamo are holding out for €40m (£34.1m).
Chelsea are also tracking Dinamo's teenage talent Antonio Marin, with Man City also previously linked with the Croatian winger.
Barcelona rule out Vidal exit this month
Barcelona will not allow Arturo Vidal to leave this month amid interest from Inter Milan.
Sport claim the Chilean, whose contract expires in 2021, has been informed he will not be leaving this month.
After scoring six goals and adding an assist this season, Vidal has grown unhappy at a lack of playing time, but the La Liga giants will not sanction a move back to Serie A until the summer.
City identify five centre-back options
Manchester City have drawn up a list of five centre-backs to help solve their defensive crisis, The Athletic report.
Inter's Milan Skriniar and Shakhtar's Mykola Matviyenko are thought to be among those being monitored. While Nathan Ake and Caglar Soyuncu are also on City's radar.
United and City consider Winks
Manchester United and Manchester City are both considering moves for Tottenham's Harry Winks.
The Athletic report that the clubs are looking into a move for the midfielder due to the England international seemingly not suiting the needs of new manager Jose Mourinho.
Winks is a target for United this month as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to revive their season.
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