- Arsenal are set to make David Raya’s loan move from Brentford a permanent one
- Manchester Unite are keen on landing Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite
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The January transfer window is set to open on just over a month’s time, and clubs are already starting to get their plans in place to strengthen their squads.
Manchester United have been linked with bringing in a centre back, with Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo and Sporting Lisbon’s Goncalo Ignacio both reportedly on their list of targets.
It could also be a busy month for Chelsea, who have been linked with Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, while defender Trevoh Chalobah could be shown the exit door.
It looks set to be a fascinating start to 2024, with teams aiming to put themselves in optimum position to finish the campaign strongly.
Below, Mail Sport takes a look at all the latest news and gossip on Friday.
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is expected to target a centre back in January
Arsenal are set to finalise a permanent deal for goalkeeper David Raya. The shot-stopper joined on loan from Brentford in the summer, with the Gunners having the option to buy him at the end of the season. Having replaced Aaron Ramsdale as Arsenal’s No1, it is now ‘guaranteed’ that Raya will sign permanently for £27m in 2024. (Fabrizio Romano)
Manchester United have reportedly identified Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite as their primary defensive target. Branthwaite has made a positive start to the season at Goodison Park and has caught the eye of the United hierarchy, although he has also been linked with Tottenham. (TEAMtalk)
Wolves defender Rayan Ait-Nouri is on Chelsea’s list of potential left back options. Mauricio Pochettino is keen on bringing in a left back after trying Ben Chilwell, Levi Colwill and Marc Cucurella in that position so far this season. (90min)
Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe are both on Real Madrid‘s radar. The Spanish giants are putting together a £342m budget that includes £111m in the bank and £231m in credit policies, and are reportedly eyeing moves for the forward duo as they want to make a ‘Galactico signing’. (AS)