- Real Madrid impressed by Cole Palmer's consistency
- AC Milan willing to let Manchester United target leave for €50m
- Plus updates on Paul Pogba, Florian Wirtz, Leroy Sane and more
Real Madrid are now 'on the trail' of Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer having been dazzled by the England international's consistent performances since moving to Stamford Bridge. (Fichajes - Spain)
AC Milan are willing to allow club captain Theo Hernandez to leave the club but will demand €50m in transfers for a deal to happen. Manchester United are keen on the France full-back, while Madrid have also been linked. (Calciomercato - Italy)
Paul Pogba's hopes of returning to the France national team could be enhanced by a move to Marseille. The Ligue 1 side are big fans of the former Juventus midfielder, who has been receptive to the idea of joining them. (RMC Sport - France)
Liverpool are among many top sides keeping an eye on Bologna's Sam Beukema, with Arne Slot said to be a long-term admirer. However, the Serie A side have ruled out a January exit for the defender. (TEAMtalk)
Manchester City are desperate to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen and are attempting to use either Oscar Bobb or James McAtee as makeweights for a potential transfer. (TBR Football)
Man Utd have completely ditched their sporting director role and have no plans to replace the recently departed Dan Ashworth. (The Sun)
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is expected to be sold by Everton and could attract bids from AC Milan, West Ham United and Newcastle United, while Arsenal have also been touted as a possible destination. (The Sun)
USMNT youth international Diego Kochen has signed a new contract with Barcelona which will run until 2028. (The Athletic)
Real Madrid will continue contract talks with breakout defensive star Raul Asencio in 2025, despite initial contact having already been made with his agents. (Relevo - Spain)
West Ham will increase their interest in Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson during the January transfer window. (Football Insider)
Germany international Leroy Sane remains keen to stay at Bayern Munich despite not receiving a new contract offer from the Bundesliga giants, with his current deal due to expire at the end of the season. (Sky Sports - Germany)
