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Emery makes transfer admission about Elliott as January looms

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery made a stark transfer admission about out-of-favour Liverpool loanee Harvey Elliott as the January transfer window looms.

Just weeks before the January transfer window opens, Emery told reporters: "We are speaking with him and about his situation. He is not here with us. Hopefully, we can get the best for him and the best for us. I respect him as a player and as a person. He is training well, but we have one circumstance with him.

"Hopefully, we can get a solution for him to try to play consistently and try to continue in his career with us or not. I have spoken with him two or three times about the situation we have with him. Firstly, my decision and also the situation. He is on loan playing with us, but he is not definitely adding to us with a permanent contract."

Transfer incoming? Chelsea star Fernandez switches agent

Enzo Fernandez was previously managed by former Uruguayan footballer Uriel Perez, but as of December 2025, the Argentine has parted ways with Perez to sign for a new agency named The Elegant Game, according to Fabrizio Romano. The company was co-founded by former Argentina international and PSG star Javier Pastore.

The change of agent could spark rumours of Fernandez seeking a possible move away from Stamford Bridge. However, there have been no concrete reports on the midfielder parting ways with the Premier League giants in recent times.

Saudi league chief confirms interest in Salah

Saudi Pro League chief executive Omar Mugharbel has confirmed that Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah has emerged as a transfer target amid uncertainty over his future at Anfield.

Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad have already emerged as possible destinations for Salah, according to The Telegraph, with a source telling the newspaper they are confident the Egypt star can be tempted away from the Premier League. "We are absolutely convinced that Mo Salah will come to Saudi. No doubts about it. We don't know if it will be January, in the next market, or next summer," a senior figure said.

Mainoo picks favourite destination as TWELVE clubs make enquiries

According to the Daily Mail, a dozen top European clubs have shown interest in signing Kobbie Mainoo on loan in the January transfer market, however, the midfielder has picked Serie A champions Napoli as his preferred next destination. The England international's move to Italy is now dependent on whether the Red Devils give the green light to the transfer in the upcoming winter window.

Ajax close to signing former Arsenal defender

According to GBabaSport, Ajax are closing in on signing former Arsenal full-back Takehiro Tomiyasu as a free agent on a short-term deal until next summer. A longer contract could be offered next season, depending on the Japanese defender's performance.

Roma & Man Utd open Zirkzee negotiations as Ferguson loan to be terminated

Roma have officially opened negotiations with Manchester United regarding a January swoop for Joshua Zirkzee, a report in Italy claims. The Giallorossi are planning to terminate Evan Ferguson's loan spell with the Brighton striker managing just one goal in 14 competitive appearances since joining the Serie A club in the summer.

'Very confident' - Santos chief reveals update on Neymar's future

Santos president Marcelo Teixeira has confirmed that renewing Neymar's contract is a major priority, days after the Brazil international admitted he was unsure where his future lies. The former Barcelona star returned to his boyhood team at the start of the year and helped them avoid what would have been an embarrassing relegation from Serie A, but his current deal is now set to expire.

Kane makes final decision on €65m release clause

Harry Kane has made a decision on his future at Bayern Munich, having been linked with both a move to Barcelona and a return to the Premier League. The England captain broke his trophy duck last season and looks on course to add more silverware to his honours list, with the German giants well placed in both the Bundesliga and Champions League.

Alisson on the move? AC Milan plot transfer bid for Maignan successor

AC Milan have identified Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker as their primary transfer target to replace the departing Mike Maignan, with the Serie A giants preparing a sensational swoop for the Brazilian shot-stopper as Chelsea ramp up their pursuit of the French international amid growing uncertainty over his long-term future at the San Siro.

Don't sack Alonso! Why Madrid would be mad to part with boss

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is under increasing pressure after a tough start to life back in the Spanish capital, with reports going so far as to claim the Los Blancos boss could be sacked if his side lose to Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday night. But is dismissing the former Madrid midfielder the right decision?