- Roberto Firmino could make a return to Premier League after Saudi struggles
- Brentford are making contingency plans over Ivan Toney’s possible exit
- Did defeat by Man United expose a chink in Aston Villa’s armour? It’s All Kicking Off
We are just days away from the January transfer window opening – and Premier League clubs will be eager to bolster their squads at a crucial stage of the season.
All eyes will be on the likes of Manchester United, who are likely to oversee a handful of exits amid doubts over the futures of Raphael Varane, Jadon Sancho and Casemiro.
Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City should also be busy as they look to strengthen their teams and get a real foothold in the title race.
Tottenham and Newcastle have also been linked with players next month after being hit with an injury crisis this season.
Mail Sport breaks down all the latest transfer rumours and gossip as we prepare for a busy window.
Premier League teams are circling for ex-Liverpool star Roberto Firmino after his struggles at Saudi Arabia
Premier League clubs are circling for ex-Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino after struggles to adapt to life at Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli – who are open to loaning him out in the New Year. Clubs from Turkey – and elsewhere in Saudi – are also interested in the Brazilian. (talkSport)
Tottenham outcast Hugo Lloris is in talks with MLS outfit Los Angeles FC after falling out of Ange Postecoglou’s plans. Negotiations to sign the veteran goalkeeper and former World Cup winner are understood to be in its final stages. (Mail Sport)
Crystal Palace are eyeing a swoop for PSG forward Hugo Ekitike – who is available to sign on loan this January – with the player likely to arrive should Jean-Philippe Mateta leave. The club are also targeting French midfielder Pierre Ekwah. (Standard)
Brentford are reportedly in talks to sign MLS striker Brandon Vazquez amid fears Ivan Toney could leave
But Arsenal could receive a blow in their bid to sign Toney with Brentford ‘desperate’ to keep him
Brentford have opened talks to sign USA and FC Cincinnati striker Brandon Vazquez amid concerns they could lose Ivan Toney in January. The MLS outfit…