Transfer Talk: Newcastle planning transfer spree in January،
The winter transfer window has not yet reopened in Europe, but movements are underway and a lot of gossip is circulating. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumors, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Newcastle set for January transfer window charge
Newcastle United could make up to five signings in January, according to the Sun.
The Magpies are keen to add reinforcements to their squad to build on manager Eddie Howe's start to the season in the hope of qualifying for the Champions League for the second year in a row, and it looks like they will be busy throughout throughout the winter transfer window.
Former Manchester United goalkeeper David of Gea is considered one of their first priorities, along with a starter Nick Pape expected to be out for some time after suffering a dislocated shoulder. ESPN sources reported on Tuesday that the 33-year-old would be willing to join them. Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is also being considered as an alternative after the 25-year-old lost his starting goalkeeper spot to David Raya.
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The Premier League club are also keen to sign a central midfielder. The star of Al Hilal Ruben NevesThe 26-year-old would top their shortlist for the goal, while the Manchester City player Kalvin Phillips28 years old, is also being studied as part of the search for a temporary replacement for Sandro Tonali – who will not return to competitive football until August 2024.
Newcastle also want to strengthen their forward line, and it's the Paris Saint-Germain striker Hugo Ekitike who is monitored. Ekitike, 21, has made just one appearance this season and he has already been linked with West Ham.
Paper gossip
– An agreement is close between Inter Miami and Gremio striker Luis Suarez, writes the Miami Herald. Having become a free agent at the end of the month, the latest indicates that the 36-year-old is now set to reunite with his former Barcelona teammate. Lionel Messi. ESPN sources previously revealed in November that the MLS team was interested in securing his signature.
– Barcelona wants to extend the striker's loan João Felix, according to Sport. The 24-year-old impressed for the Blaugrana recently and scored the winning goal against his former club on Sunday as manager Xavi Hernández's side secured a 1-0 La Liga victory over Atletico Madrid. This has seen him become a key priority for the La Liga champions to stay at the club, but unless their rivals are prepared to drop their €70m valuation, they will instead look to reach an agreement on a new loan which will include a mandatory permanent option. .
– Talks continue between Juventus and the striker's representatives Dusan Vlahovic, reveals Calciomercato. THE Bianconeri reportedly received offers to sign the 23-year-old over the summer, but with no club coming close to their valuation, they are now focused on securing his future at the Allianz Stadium. He has scored five goals in 12 Serie A matches this season.
– Bayern Munich close in on Granada winger Bryan Zaragoza, tells El Chiringuito TV. Talks are said to have already taken place and an agreement is now said to be reached on a deal which will see the 22-year-old join the Bundesliga next season. Zaragoza has been a key player for Granada in the current campaign, having contributed to seven goals in 14 La Liga matches.
– Several clubs in Europe follow Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz, reports Gazzetta dello Sport. Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund are reportedly among the teams closely monitoring the 18-year-old, who has seen all five of his Serie A appearances come from the bench this season. It is said that an offer of €30 million would be enough to convince the Bianconeri separate from him.
– Liverpool hold on to Genoa midfield Morten Frendrup, says Ekrem Konur. The 22-year-old Danish international has been a key player for the Serie A side this season, and it is understood the Reds are considering starting their approach to sign him with a bid worth £10million. Frendrup has impressed when deployed in central midfield during the current Serie A campaign, where he has scored four goals in 12 games.
