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De Zerbi Seeks Marseille Exit Following European Setback

Italian manager Roberto De Zerbi, previously linked with the Manchester United vacancy, has reportedly requested to depart Olympique de Marseille. This development, reported by Foot Mercato's Santi Aouna, comes in the wake of a decisive 3-0 defeat to Club Brugge that eliminated Marseille from the Champions League. His position at the club is now understood to be under severe threat.

Spurs Enter Race for Diaby

Tottenham Hotspur are attempting to intervene in Inter Milan's pursuit of Al-Ittihad forward Moussa Diaby. The 26-year-old French international is keen on securing regular Champions League football to bolster his chances of a national team recall.

Chelsea Defender Nears Loan Switch

Chelsea's Axel Disasi, who has been excluded from the first-team setup this season, is closing in on a temporary transfer to West Ham United. Fabrizio Romano reports that the move is progressing despite attention from Serie A clubs.

Strand Larsen Transfer Faces Uncertainty

Crystal Palace's prospective club-record signing of striker Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves is now in doubt, per Ben Jacobs. The proposed deal, valued up to £50 million, may collapse as Palace advance talks for a loan move for Aston Villa's Evann Guessand.

Perisic Return to Inter Hits Snag

PSV Eindhoven are resisting the departure of Croatian winger Ivan Perisic, complicating his anticipated return to Inter Milan. However, Gianluca Di Marzio states that Inter are nearing an agreement with the player himself, and PSV's recent Champions League elimination could persuade them to sanction a sale.

Brighton to Spurn Forest's Double Approach

Nottingham Forest have seen a £20 million offer for Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari turned down, according to BBC Sport. Their attempts to also bring Seagulls captain Lewis Dunk to the City Ground have similarly made no headway.

Man City Youngster Joins Watford

Promising Manchester City defender Stephen Mfuni is poised to complete a loan move to Championship side Watford for the remainder of the campaign.

Palace Close on Villa Forward

Crystal Palace are finalizing a loan agreement with Aston Villa for attacker Evann Guessand, reports Jason Burt of The Telegraph. The 24-year-old Ivorian, a summer signing, has found opportunities limited and the deal is expected to include a purchase option.

Werner Set for San Jose Switch

Timo Werner's difficult period at RB Leipzig is concluding with a transfer to MLS side San Jose Earthquakes. Sky Germany reports the former Chelsea striker has agreed terms and undergone a medical. He will train with Leipzig until formally joining his new club in late February.

United Cool Interest in Palmer

Manchester United will not make a summer move for Chelsea's Cole Palmer, The Mirror claims. Despite reported discontent from the player in London, United consider the potential fee prohibitive and will prioritize recruiting a top-tier midfielder as a long-term replacement for Casemiro.

Hibs Forward Bound for Italy

Hibernian striker Kieron Bowie is set for a €6 million transfer to Serie A's Hellas Verona, as reported by Gianluca Di Marzio.

Juventus Pursue Kolo Muani Return

Juventus are intensifying efforts to re-sign French striker Randal Kolo Muani, currently on loan at Tottenham from Paris Saint-Germain, reports La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Bianconeri are exploring another loan arrangement for the player.

Liverpool Monitoring Juve Prodigy

Liverpool are among the admirers of Juventus' highly-rated young forward Kenan Yildiz, suggests Gazzetta dello Sport. The Reds are keeping tabs on the 20-year-old Türkiye international, with potential summer interest anticipated alongside competition from Real Madrid.

Horvath Nearing MLS Return?

Cardiff City and the New York Red Bulls are in advanced discussions over a transfer for USMNT goalkeeper Ethan Horvath, as per Football Insider, potentially ending his long stint in European football.

United Scout Everton's Ndiaye

Manchester United have conducted multiple scouting missions on Everton's Iliman Ndiaye and have received favourable assessments of the 25-year-old attacking midfielder, according to TEAMtalk.