Transfer news: Latest rumours, gossip and done deals from Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Spurs and more

The Premier League's January transfer window is upon us with Manchester United, Arsenal and Tottenham all set to be busy.

Liverpool were the summer's biggest spenders with no fewer than four new arrivals. Goalkeeper Alisson was the headline-grabber with the Brazilian already proving worth every penny of the world-record fee the Reds shelled out for the Brazilian. Could long-term target Nabil Fekir join him next month? United got a couple of new faces in through the door in the summer but it hasn't made a difference with Jose Mourinho out and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in. Will he spend them out of trouble in the January sales?

Chelsea have made the biggest splash with the signing of Borussia Dortmund's Christian Pulisic while Manchester City, Tottenham and Arsenal could all choose to dip their toes in the water as they battle for an all-important top four spot. We will have all the latest news, views, rumours, gossip and done deals right here so don't touch that dial.

Thursday's latest transfer news and gossip

• Chelsea have sealed a £58m deal for Borussia Dortmund's Christian Pulisic
• Christian Eriksen is stalling on signing a new Tottenham contract
• Juventus and Bayern Munich are chasing Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey
• Manchester United have made a new centre back their No 1 target this month

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2019-01-03T07:32:15.150Z

Good morning and welcome to today's Independent transfer live blog.

 

The January window is upon us with the Premier League’s biggest clubs set to spend, spend, spend as the sales re-open.

We'll bring you all the latest news plus all the done deals and the juiciest gossip throughout the day right here so don't touch that dial.
 
Without further ado, off we go.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:32

2019-01-03T07:38:48.463Z

We'll start today with Tottenham where Christian Eriksen is said to be stalling on a new contract.

 

His current deal has another 18 months to run but despite talks he is yet to put pen to paper according to the Evening Standard.

 

Barcelona and Real Madrid are two of a number of clubs interested in the Danish midfielder.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:38

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Juventus have confirmed they are interested in signing Aaron Ramsey this summer.

The Arsenal midfielder is available on a free transfer this summer when his current Gunners contract expires.

There has been plenty of interest in him from within the Premier League, especially from Liverpool and Chelsea, as well as from abroad.

As of January 1 clubs in Europe can negotiate with the Welsh international with sporting director Fabio Paratici hinting the Serie A leaders will look to do so.

"Yes, we are interested in Aaron Ramsey," he told Sky Sports in Italy. "He's a great midfielder but at the moment he's an Arsenal player. We will see."

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:40

2019-01-03T07:56:22.000Z

Tammy Abraham's future appears up in the air.

 

The Sun report that Wolves have submitted an £18m bid for the England U21 international.

 

Chelsea remain insistent that there have been no bids.

 

Abraham could stay at Aston Villa - where he's in fine form - or choose to jump at the chance of Premier League football.

 

One to watch.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:42

2019-01-03T08:08:22.000Z

To Manchester United now where Ashley Young could be set for a move away.

 

The winger/defender/wherever any manager asks him to play's contract is up at the end of the season with foreign clubs now able to negotiate with him.

 

One of those is said to be Inter Milan, according to the Mirror, who want to snap up the former England man for free in the summer.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:43

2019-01-03T08:20:22.000Z

Arsenal are another side who could move for reinforcements this month.

 

One of those could be Chelsea's Gary Cahill although Unai Emery was tight-lipped on such matters when quizzed on Sunday.

 

Fulham are also keen.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:44

2019-01-03T08:35:22.000Z

Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany is wanted by Barcelona, according to The Sun.

 

It is thought the Spanish side are interested in bringing the 32-year-old, who is out of contract in July, to the Nou Camp to add some experience to their back four.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 07:44

2019-01-03T08:48:22.000Z

Crystal Palace remain in the hunt for striking reinforcements after a loan move for Dominic Solanke collapsed, boss Roy Hodgson confirmed.

Jordan Ayew's first goal of the season and Luka Milivojevic's penalty secured a late but deserved 2-0 victory for the Eagles at Wolves on Wednesday.

The Eagles have scored just 19 times in 21 Premier League games this season and victory eased Palace's goal worries after a switch for Liverpool's Solanke fell through with concerns over his fitness.

Deal to take Dominic Solanke to Crystal Palace collapses

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:14

2019-01-03T09:05:22.000Z

What of Mesut Ozil? Well, according to his agent he wants to stay at Arsenal.

 

Unai Emery doesn't appear to be the German's biggest fan but that's not deterring him apparently.

 

"I would prefer not to speak publicly about Mesut's situation, but given the recent speculation linking him with a move away from Arsenal, I do feel it is important to provide some clarity so we can end this and focus on football," Dr Erkut Sogut said.

"Mesut signed a new contract last January because he saw his future at Arsenal and nothing has changed in his mind. He wants to stay for the duration of that contract and maybe even longer.

"Mesut is 100 per cent committed to Arsenal Football Club. He loves the club, shares its values and does not want to be anywhere else.

"He is proud to wear the shirt and honoured to represent Arsenal on and off the pitch. He takes his responsibilities - including being selected as one of the captains this season - very seriously and has a great relationship with his team-mates, the staff and fans."

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:21

2019-01-03T09:18:22.000Z

Watford have no interest in selling Abdoulaye Doucoure this month.

 

The in-form midfielder is catching the eye this season with Paris Saint-Germain particularly interested.

 

But the Evening Standard say the 26-year-old is staying put, for now at least.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:23

2019-01-03T09:31:22.000Z

Liverpool are considering a bid for Brighton midfielder Pascal Gross, the Daily Mirror reports.

 

The paper says Reds boss Jurgen Klopp is weighing up a £15million move for the 27-year-old as he looks to strengthen his squad for their Premier League title bid.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:24

2019-01-03T09:43:22.000Z

Fulham are preparing for a January move for Leicester's Islam Slimani, according to the Daily Telegraph.

 

Claudio Ranieri is looking to boost the club's hopes of Premier League survival, the paper says.

 

Slimani is currently on loan at Fenerbahce but the Turkish club are said to be prepared to cut the deal short next month.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:25

2019-01-03T09:50:34.160Z

Some breaking news from the Premier League.

 

Craig Bellamy breaks silence on Cardiff bullying allegations

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 09:50

2019-01-03T09:55:22.000Z

Chelsea are looking to sell Victor Moses but want a £12million fee, The Sun says.

 

Clubs including Crystal Palace and Fulham are interested in the 27-year-old, who has made just six appearances in all competitions this season.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:27

2019-01-03T10:08:22.000Z

Another outgoing at Chelsea could be Cesc Fabregas.

 

The Spaniard's contract expires in the summer with Monaco keen on taking him to France this month.

 

Thierry Henry is very interested in a reunion with his former Arsenal teammate and could also move for Crystal Palace’s Mamadou Sakho.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:26

2019-01-03T10:22:22.000Z

Everton forward Richarlison is being eyed up by Barcelona as a potential replacement for an ageing Luis Suarez, according to the Daily Star.

 

The 21-year-old has impressed at Everton and is a target for the Spanish side alongside Tottenham striker Harry Kane, the paper says.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:27

2019-01-03T10:37:22.000Z

Meanwhile, Newcastle goalkeeper Karl Darlow is a £4million target for Leeds and Aston Villa, according to The Sun.

 

The 28-year-old has lost his number one spot since Martin Dubravka's arrival and could be on the move next month, the paper reports.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:28

2019-01-03T10:55:22.000Z

Manchester United have reportedly joined the race for Tanguy Ndombele.

 

The Sun says reports in France claim United are chasing the highly-rated midfielder, who could cost £90million.

 

Manchester City, Barcelona and Tottenham are also said to be tracking the Lyon player.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:28

2019-01-03T11:15:22.000Z

Valencia will make a move for West Ham United‘s Javier Hernandez in January, and believe the Mexican international wants to return to La Liga.

 

The Spanish club are eager to change their goal-shy attack due to the struggles of Kevin Gameiro and Michy Batshuayi, with the latter set to return to Chelsea after an unsatisfactory loan move.

 

Valencia’s financial situation means they would favour a similar temporary move for Hernandez, but that is seen as the main obstacle to any deal.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:29

2019-01-03T11:31:22.000Z

Two Premier League left-backs are being targeted by Marseille.

 

Reports in France suggest the Ligue 1 side are eyeing up Arsenal's Nacho Monreal and Liverpool's Alberto Moreno.

 

 

• Ben Burrows
• 3 January 2019 08:30

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