All the top stories, transfer rumours and news from Friday’s newspapers…
THE TIMES
Arsenal are considering making Shakhtar Donetsk an improved offer for Mykhailo Mudryk after seeing a £45 million bid rejected.
Chelsea are growing optimistic that N’Golo Kanté will sign a new contract at Stamford Bridge and not leave in the summer when his current deal expires.
Three players are expected to be signed by Leicester next month, after they missed out on a number of potential transfer targets.
THE SUN
Jude Bellingham turned down a move to Manchester United despite being offered twice as much by other suitors. Eric Cantona introduced him to Sir Alex Ferguson.
Manchester City could be set for a £6m windfall this winter – that’s if full-back Pedro Porro moves to the Prem next month.
According to reports, Tottenham and Arsenal have suffered a blow in the transfer department as Alexis Mac Allister, a Brighton star, prefers a move with Juventus.
Andrey Santos arrives in London today, ahead of his move to Chelsea.
DAILY MAIL
Benfica proposes a new contract in an effort to keep Chelsea target Enzo Florandez.
Tottenham have made an offer in the region of £13m for Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie, according to reports in Spain.
As they seek to fill the vacant position of manager, Norwich City expressed interest in Chris Wilder as well as Tim Walter.
Rangers are interested in James Trafford (20), Manchester City goalkeeper, who impressed while on loan with Bolton Wanderers.
West Ham’s Karren Brady more than doubled her salary in 2022 – picking up a cool £2.24m.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Erling Haaland claims that Manchester City’s extraordinary scoring spree is due in part to his body being “fixed” by the club’s medical staff.
Shakhtar Donetsk’s chief executive has confirmed that the club is open for Mykhailo Mutiyk to be sold next month, even though Arsenal rejected an initial offer.
Benfica insists they do not want to sell Chelsea target Enzo Fernandez (one of the stars in Argentina’s World Cup victory) in January transfer window.
Steve Cooper, Nottingham Forest manager, stated that they must sign players who are going to make a difference for their fight for survival in the Premier League.
THE GUARDIAN
Brendan Rodgers, Leicester manager, is searching for a left-back, winger and centre-back during the January transfer window.
DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United may miss out on Lamine Yamal, a Barcelona teenager, after Red Devils received a clear transfer message from La Liga sources.
After his incredible performances at the World Cup for Morocco, Sofyan Amrabat, Fiorentina’s midfielder, will be in high demand in January.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Shakhtar Donetsk has confirmed that they will sell Mykhailo Mudik to Arsenal in January.
DAILY STAR
Sergej Milinkovic – Savic, Arsenal target, has apparently changed his mind about a possible move to north London.
THE INDEPENDENT
Because Saudi Arabia’s government continues blocking access to Premier League football, Newcastle United’s Boxing Day exploits were not visible to most football fans.
A new gated perimeter fence could be built at Wembley in response to the chaos at the Euro 2020 final.
DAILY MIRROR
Jurgen Klopp confirmed that Liverpool are in talks with Roberto Firmino about his future, but said that Cody Gakpo’s signing has “no effect” on their decision.
EVENING STANDARD
Fulham will likely make a formal offer to Arsenal for Cedric Soares, Arsenal’s defender, in the next few days.
The agent confirmed that Jorginho was offered a new contract by Chelsea.
AC Milan’s renewed interest in Hakim Ziyech is evident. A loan agreement may include an option to purchase.
While both Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice are costly options for Chelsea, they are now considered top priorities.
SCOTTISH SUN
Rangers are monitoring Keanu Baccus (Australian World Cup star) from St Mirren.
Celtic have reportedly ‘fell in love’ with Hyeok-kyu, a Korean midfielder. They have also made a significant transfer offer for the Busan I-Park star.
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