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Stick in the Mud

Arsenal may have to postpone their planned January transfer swoop for Shakhtar Donetsk star Mykhailo Mudryk after news Gabriel Jesus could be sidelined long-term, writes SunSport’s Jack Rosser.

The Gunners have been dealt a major blow to their title hopes with Jesus facing months out after surgery on his knee.

The North Londoners are keen on signing Mudryk but could have to rethink their plans as the 21-year-old winger is not a centre-forward.

Arsenal splashed £120million in the summer but only have one other out-and-out striker in the squad and that is Eddie Nketiah

Arteta’s transfer hint

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted that he could dip into the January market following Gabriel Jesus’ surgery, as per SunSport’s Jack Rosser.

The Arsenal centre-forward returned from the World Cup with Brazil following a knee injury and quickly went under the knife.

Asked whether it would alter his January planning, Arteta said: “What we can do after that when we know the timescale better and we know when we can have him back we will look at the options and try to make the right decisions.

“I feel my squad is really good, and unfortunately we’ve had injuries, but we will see what we can do to be stronger”

Man Utd target Sommer

Manchester United are looking to bring in Borussia Monchengladbach star Yann Sommer on a free transfer.

Sommer can leave the club on a free transfer when is Gladbach contract expires in the summer.

According to , United are currently working on the deal during the World Cup break.

The goalkeeper's arrival could mean that David De Gea will be shown the exit door at Old Trafford

Ran the man

Tottenham and Liverpool are both interested in France World Cup star Randal Kolo Muani.

According to , Spurs and the Reds are keen to sign Eintracht Frankfurt star Kolo Muani.

The North Londoners tried to acquire the forward in the summer but were beaten to the punch by Eintracht, who landed him from Nantes.

Now they could face competition from Liverpool as the 24-year-old's profile continues to rise following World Cup selection

Gakpo considering United

PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo has said he would consider joining Manchester United in January.

That is after United snubbed a summer deal for Gakpo after opting to buy Antony for £85.5million.

The Netherlands international said about his failed move to Old Trafford: “That was a tough period. I learned from that. I’m going to do it differently. What comes, that comes.

“I thought about Manchester United, but when that didn’t happen, I couldn’t remember. And I started to doubt. Leeds United did come. Should I go there?

“Now I wait for everything. I haven’t heard from Manchester United yet. When they come, I’ll think about it. I also seek the help of God in these decisions”

Pepe bidding war

Arsenal and Chelsea look set for a bidding war over Porto ace Pepe ahead of the January transfer window.

The forward has left scouts with “their mouths open” after some fine performances.

According to A Bola, the 25-year-old is now being lined up for a move to the Premier League.

But suitors will have to meet the Brazilians' release clause, which stands at a mega £65million

Sofyan Amrabat targeted

Liverpool held a secret meeting with Morocco international Sofyan Amrabat ahead of the 2022 World Cup over a potential transfer.

Fiorentina ace Amrabat has had a host of clubs monitoring him for months.

Tottenham were keen last summer but failed to agree a fee with the Viola.

Spurs are still believed to hold an interest in the midfielder – but Foot Mercato claim the Reds look to be leading the chase

Liverpool lead Bellingham race

Liverpool are at the front of the queue to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham.

According to Bild, the Reds are making strong progress in their attempts to land Bellingham.

And that has seen the Merseysiders leapfrog Chelsea, Manchester United and Real Madrid in recent days.

But Dortmund are still expected to hold out for a whopping £130million fee - which would easily make the England international Liverpool's club-record signing

PSG deny Ronaldo interest

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has commented on Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo currently being a free agent.

Khelaifi appeared to rule out making a move for Ronaldo, who seems to be on his way to Al-Nassr.

The PSG chief doesn't seem keen as he already has Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.

He said: "Cristiano Ronaldo at PSG?

"With the three players we have [Messi, Neymar, Mbappe], it's very difficult, but I wish him the best. He is fantastic and he is still an extraordinary player”

PSG declare interest in Bellingham

PSG have gone public with their interest in Jude Bellingham, with President Nasser Al-Khelaifi saying: “Amazing player, what a player.

“England are lucky to have him, to be honest. He’s one of the best players in the tournament.

“Amazing - his first World Cup. He’s calm and relaxed, confident - amazing. Everybody wants him, I’m not going to hide it.

“He’s at his club and we have respect, so if we want to talk to him we’ll talk to the club first.”

United closing in on Sommer

Man Utd are nearing a free transfer for Switzerland goalie Yann Sommer.

The Gladbach goalie is out of contract next summer.

And ESPN says United are well advanced in talks over a pre-agreement from January onwards.

Sommer would likely replace Newcastle loanee Martin Dubravka, with Tom Heaton also likely to leave.

Arsenal urged to land Toney

Arsenal have been told to sign Brentford star Ivan Toney by club legend Ray Parlour.

Hailing Toney as the "new Ian Wright, he said: "The problem you’re going to have in January is who’s available? I’ve always said Ivan Toney of Brentford.

"I’d go and try to get him if I could. I don’t think you’ll get him in this window but he’s who I’d go for.

"I think he’s similar to Ian Wright the way he plays and scores his goals."

Real lead Blues for Gvardiol

Chelsea could miss out on top target Josko Gvardiol.

That's because Real Madrid have joined the race for the Croatia and RB Leipzig star.

Gvardiol has been starring for his country at the World Cup.

And reports claim Real are now lining up a £78million bid to beat Chelsea to the defender's signature.

Liverpool ‘held secret transfer talks’

Liverpool held a secret meeting with Moroccan star Sofyan Amrabat ahead of the World Cup over a potential transfer, according to reports.

The 26-year-old midfielder currently plays for Fiorentina in Serie A and has had a host of clubs monitoring him for months.

Tottenham were keen last summer but failed to agree a fee with the Italian side.

They are still believed to hold an interest in the ace – but Foot Mercato says Liverpool look to be leading the chase.

Duo battle for Porto ace

Arsenal and Chelsea will reportedly lock horns over Porto forward Pepe.

The Brazilian winger has left scouts with “their mouths open” after some fine performances.

And A Bola claims Pepe is now being lined up for a move to England.

But suitors will have to meet his release clause, which stands at a mega £65million.

Exclusive by SunSport's Jack Rosser

West Ham are hoping to sign a new forward next month after struggling for goals this season.

But it's unclear how much dosh David Moyes will have after spending £30.5million on Gianluca Scamacca and £17.5m on Maxwell Cornet.

In the meantime, the Hammers are close to a deal for Brazilian defender Luizao.

The 20-year-old is out of contract at Sao Paulo next month and a free transfer is imminent.

Liverpool lead charge for Bellingham

Liverpool are reportedly at the front of the queue to sign Jude Bellingham.

Bild claims the Reds are making strong progress in their attempts to land the England midfielder.

And that has seen them leapfrog Chelsea, Man Utd and Real Madrid in recent days.

But Borussia Dortmund are still expected to hold out for a whopping £130million fee - which would easily make Bellingham Liverpool's club-record signing.

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Atletico Madrid are keen to sell Joao Felix with Man Utd and PSG interested in him.

The Portugal star is impressing at the World Cup but he has not performed at his best under Diego Simeone and now the club want rid.

It will cost any buyers £120million to bring him in. 

PSG may be in for Felix but they are not interested in free agent Cristiano Ronaldo.

The club's president Nasser Al-Khelaifi admitted that signing him is near impossible due to the team's already star-studded attacking three of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe. 

However, the Qatari chief did admit they could make a move for Jude Bellingham. 

He said: "Amazing player, what a player. England are lucky to have him to be honest. He’s one of the best players in the tournament.

“Amazing - his first World Cup. He’s calm and relaxed, confident - amazing Everybody wants him, I’m not going to hide it. He’s at his club and we have respect, so if we want to talk to him we’ll talk to the club first.”

Ferdinand thinks Bellingham will join City

Jude Bellingham will seal a transfer to Manchester City over any of their rivals, according to Rio Ferdinand.

Speaking on , he said: "Pep Guardiola's signed a new deal, if they don't win the Champions League this year, he goes there with a mindset, 'I am going to be the man that brings you the Champions League.'

"That's how I think he's moving, that's how I think he rolls.

"I think he will (go to City), I think he'll say he's got a couple of mates there, England boys, 'I can go to (Real) Madrid in five years'."

Gakpo considering United

Cody Gakpo says he would consider joining Manchester United in January.

The Holland star revealed the Red Devils are yet to make any contact over a possible move after SunSport revealed United are readying a bid.

he PSV Eindhoven attacker has lit up the World Cup, scoring three goals in four games ahead of facing Argentina in the quarter-finals.

United snubbed a summer deal for the 23-year-old after opting to buy Ajax star Anthony for £85.5million instead.

Speaking about the failed summer move Gakpo, 23, said: “That was a tough period. I learned from that. I’m going to do it differently. What comes, that comes.

“I thought about Manchester United, but when that didn’t happen, I couldn’t remember. And I started to doubt. Leeds United did come. Should I go there?

“Now I wait for everything. I haven’t heard from Manchester United yet. When they come, I’ll think about it. I also seek the help of God in these decisions.”

Gunners want the ‘next Messi’

Arsenal are reportedly interested in a 15-year-old from Brazil dubbed ‘Messinho’ named Estevao Willian.

The Palmeiras attacker has Barcelona and PSG monitoring him but he will not be allowed to leave until 2025 due to rules regarding the signing of young players.

He is not the only Palmeiras star attracting attention from top clubs, as Real Madrid chase 16-year-old Endrick worth £60m.

Amrabat in talks with Liverpool

Liverpool held a secret meeting with Moroccan star Sofyan Amrabat ahead of the World Cup over a potential transfer, according to reports.

The 26-year-old midfielder currently plays for Fiorentina in Serie A and has had a host of clubs monitoring him for months.

Tottenham were keen last summer but failed to agree a fee with the Italian side.

They are still believed to hold an interest in the ace – but now Liverpool look to be leading the chase.

That is according to , who are claiming that Jurgen Klopp wants to strengthen in the middle of the park in the January window.

PSG join Bellingham race

PSG have joined Liverpool, Chelsea and Real Madrid in the £130million race for Jude Bellingham.

The Ligue 1 champions have even gone public with their admiration for the England and Borussia Dortmund star.

PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi said: “Amazing player, what a player.

“England are lucky to have him, to be honest. He’s one of the best players in the tournament.

“Amazing - his first World Cup. He’s calm and relaxed, confident - amazing.

“Everybody wants him, I’m not going to hide it.

“He’s at his club and we have respect, so if we want to talk to him we’ll talk to the club first.”

Barca want Kessie

Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie is attracting attention from a number of top clubs but the club want to keep him.

The Ivorian only arrived at the Nou Camp over the summer from AC Milan but has found getting game time difficult.

report that the likes of Inter Milan, Napoli and Aston Villa are all interested.

Spurs make Porro move

Tottenham are targeting Sporting Lisbon wing-back Pedro Porro.

Reports in Portugal say he has a £40million release clause with Spurs at the front of many clubs chasing him.

The 23-year-old must have impressed Conte when Sporting played Spurs in the Champions League.

His potential arrival in January, although Sporting would rather sell in the summer, could further prevent Djed Spence's minutes.