Transfer News: Chelsea Want Ex-Madrid Star In January, Barca Interested in Man City Star

Chelsea Want Ex-Madrid Star In January

Chelsea are reportedly ready to push through a deal for Ex-Madrid star Theo Hernandez next month, report The Sun. The France international currently plays for Italian side AC Milan but the Blues see him as a perfect replacement for injured Ben Chilwell.

 

Barcelona are looking to raid Manchester City again, this time for Aymeric Laporte. The Sun reports that, following their successful pursuit of Ferran Torres, the Catalans are now looking to swoop for the defender, who is unsettled at the Etihad Stadium after losing his starting spot to John Stones.

 

Maitland-Niles to Roma talks ongoing

Talks are continuing between Arsenal and Roma over the transfer of midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles. Deal under discussion is for a loan until the end of the season with an option to buy – with discussions centred around the option price.

 

Juventus set Kulusevski price tag

Juventus have slapped a price tag of around £29.4m on Arsenal and Tottenham target Dejan Kulusevski ahead of the upcoming January transfer window, report the Daily Express.

 

Conte backs Lloris to renew at Spurs

Antonio Conte believes Tottenham favourite Hugo Lloris will opt to extend his stay in north London by signing a new contract.

 

Coutinho heading out of Barca?

Everton are among the clubs interested in signing Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho, according to transfer football expert Fabrizio Romano.

 

Juventus reject Depay swap deal

Juventus are not interested in trading striker Alvaro Morata for Memphis Depay, according to Football Italia.

 

DONE DEALS

OFFICIAL: Devlin leaves Huddersfield

Huddersfield have confirmed the departure of chief executive Mark Devlin after nearly two years in the role. Former owner Dean Hoyle will take over the role on an interim basis with immediate effect.

 

DONE DEAL: Celtic agree deal to sign Maeda

Celtic have reached an agreement in principle to sign Japan striker Daizen Maeda on an initial loan deal.