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Rayan set for Bournemouth medical

Vasco da Gama forward Rayan is due to undergo a medical at Bournemouth after agreeing personal terms with the Premier League club, according to The Athletic.

The Cherries are prepared to pay €28.5 million (£24.7m) to complete the signing of the teenager, who will put pen to paper on a five-and-a-half-year deal with Andoni Iraola's side.

'We are close' - Flamengo offer Paqueta update

Flamengo president Luiz Eduardo Baptista has stated that a transfer for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta is nearing completion, per ESPN Brasil.

"What I can say is that we are close. Today, the difference lies in the payment method we will use," he said. "We have reached an agreement on several key points, which I consider the most important. Now we are dealing with the tension between fans who want this finalized quickly and the president who has a duty to the institution and the nation not to commit to something we cannot deliver."

Casado responds to Barca exit talk

Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado dismissed speculation about a potential departure following Sunday's victory over Real Oviedo.

"I have confidence in myself and I know what I can contribute to this team. I'm going to make the most of every minute I get. It's important to support the team when it's my chance," he said, per Marca. "I'm convinced that as long as I can wear this shirt and represent this badge, it will remain my priority. It's a dream I've had since childhood, and I hope I can enjoy it for much longer."

Liverpool block Robertson transfer

Liverpool have informed Andy Robertson they will not permit a move during the January transfer window, according to The Times.

Tottenham had been pursuing the Scotland international and were ready to offer around £5 million, but the transfer is now off.

West Ham to reignite interest in Maguire

West Ham plan to renew their pursuit of Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire in the summer transfer window.

According to Football Insider, the Hammers aim to sign the defender on a free transfer after previously missing out on him during David Moyes' earlier spell in charge.

Paqueta close to £40m West Ham exit

Lucas Paqueta is nearing a departure from West Ham to join Flamengo in a transaction valued at approximately £40 million, according to Sky Sports News.

The Brazilian club hopes Paqueta can arrive in January rather than at the end of the season.

Liverpool & Roma discuss Tsimikas return

Roma sporting director Frederic Massara confirmed the club is in talks with Liverpool regarding the possible return of Konstantinos Tsimikas to Anfield.

"Regarding Tsimikas, it's true—there is dialogue with Liverpool, and we'll see how things develop in the coming days," he said. "Carrasco is also a very strong player, but as you mentioned, it's never easy to predict how these signings unfold, especially in January. We still have a week to assess whether opportunities arise to find solutions that genuinely help us and strengthen the squad, which is already competitive. Our role is simply to ensure the coach and players are in the best possible position to perform. We have one goal: to grow this team, and I believe we're on the right path."

Chelsea recall Anselmino

Chelsea have brought back Aaron Anselmino from his loan at Borussia Dortmund, according to BBC Sport.

No decision has yet been made on his next steps, as Chelsea continue to pursue Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet.

Bournemouth hope to keep Iraola from Man Utd

Bournemouth remain optimistic they can retain head coach Andoni Iraola amid interest from rivals—including Manchester United.

The 43-year-old Spaniard, whose name has been linked with a move to Old Trafford, sees his contract expire in the summer. Football Insider reports the Cherries are in talks over a new deal.

Forest show interest in Olivera

Nicolo Schira also reports that Nottingham Forest have expressed interest in Napoli left-back Mathias Olivera. The Reds seek an upgrade on Neco Williams while allowing Oleksandr Zinchenko to end his loan early and join Ajax.

Atletico Madrid are also monitoring Olivera as they evaluate defensive reinforcements.