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Strasbourg consider former Premier League manager

As reported by talkSPORT, ex-Wolves and Bournemouth manager Gary O'Neil is among the candidates being considered by Strasbourg to succeed Liam Rosenior, who is moving to Chelsea. The Ligue 1 side have also been connected with Minnesota United's head coach, Eric Ramsay.

Leeds and Sunderland target forward

Per journalist Niccolo Ceccarini of Tuttomercatoweb, Leeds United and Sunderland are showing strong interest in Roma forward Artem Dovbyk, who is anticipated to depart the Italian club in 2026. The two sides, who recently faced each other on the pitch, may now battle in the transfer market.

Former Chelsea defender completes unexpected transfer

Ex-Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Thiago Silva, aged 41, has signed for FC Porto.

Rosenior nears Chelsea appointment

Liam Rosenior, the manager of Strasbourg, has reportedly arrived in London to finalise his move to become Chelsea's new head coach.

Real Madrid monitor Premier League midfielders

According to AS, Ryan Gravenberch is not the sole Premier League midfielder attracting Real Madrid's attention. His Liverpool colleague Alexis Mac Allister and Chelsea's Enzo Fernández are also admired, alongside Crystal Palace's rising talent Adam Wharton.

The Spanish giants are additionally tracking Paris Saint-Germain's Vitinha and AZ Alkmaar's promising teenager, Kees Smit, who has been on their watchlist since 2022.

Man United aim for Neves return

Manchester United are interested in securing a return to the Premier League for former Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, as per Football Insider. Super-agent Jorge Mendes, who has close links to the club, is facilitating a potential January move.

The Portugal international has long been associated with a switch to Old Trafford, but United face rivalry from Newcastle and Tottenham for the Al-Hilal playmaker.

Surprise Premier League interest in Barcelona talent

Sunderland have surprisingly entered the race for Barcelona's Fermin Lopez, claims Fichajes. The 22-year-old midfielder is highly valued at the club but is not a consistent starter.

While Barcelona consider him "integral to their future", the Championship side are prepared to make an ambitious €80m (£70m) offer to tempt the La Liga club.

Newcastle's position on Tonali clarified

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is attracting interest, notably from Chelsea. However, The Chronicle reports that the Magpies have "no intention of selling" and instead plan to discuss a new contract with the Italian, whose current deal runs until 2029.

Osimhen presented to Bayern Munich

As reported by Sport Bild, Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been offered to Bayern Munich by Galatasaray. The Turkish club are seeking to raise funds through a sale.

Osimhen is said to be open to competing with Harry Kane for a role, with Bayern aiming to find a more reliable option than current Chelsea loanee Nicolas Jackson.

Real Madrid set £105m bid for Gravenberch

Real Madrid are preparing a €120m (£105m) bid for Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch, reports Fichajes. The Dutch defensive midfielder is regarded as one of the world's best in his position.

Luring him from Anfield will be challenging due to a contract lasting until 2028, but Madrid are keen to add the 23-year-old to their squad.

Liverpool & Tottenham enter pursuit of Baleba

According to CaughtOffside, Liverpool and Tottenham have entered the competition with Manchester United to sign Brighton's midfielder Carlos Baleba during the January window.