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Gunners 'could recall Oviedo'

Arsenal might bring winger Marcelo Flores back early from his loan at Real Oviedo.

The Mexico starlet, 19, has struggled for game-time in Spain.

He's played less than 600 minutes of football and only started six La Liga 2 games.

Oviedo Sporting Director Roberto Suarez insisted they are happy to keep him until the summer.

But he later added it was up to the Gunners to assess his progress.

Rovers land Bees keeper

Brentford's 23-year-old keeper Ellery Balcombe has joined Bristol Rovers on loan until the summer.

The former England Under-20 star played 12 games when loaned to Crawley for the first half of the season.

But he has yet to make a senior appearance for the Bees.

Rovers' head of goalkeeping David Coles told his club's website: "He's a good, athletic all-round keeper that I've watched grow over a period of time."

Tigers borrow Ebiowei from Eagles

Crystal Palace striker Malcom Ebiowei has joined Hull on loan for the rest of the season.

The 19-year-old summer signing from Derby has played five games for the Eagles.

He worked under Tigers manager Liam Rosenior at the Rams.

Rosenior told Hull's website."He was my main attacking target from the moment I came in and everyone has worked hard to make it happen."

Gunners 'tracking Cherries ace Jaidon'

Arsenal are trailing Bournemouth winger Jaidon Anthony, reports say.

The Londoner, 23, was at the Emirates as a kid from 2006-2016.

And the Daily Echo say the Premier League leaders are just one of his big-name admirers.

Leicester City plus German giants Borussia Monchengladbach and Bayer Leverkusen are thought to be interested.

Everton as well as Nottingham Forest were previously linked with the former Weymouth loanee.

Raya 'would cost £20m'

Brentford keeper David Raya would cost his Premier League admirers around £20million.

Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham are amongst clubs being linked with the twice-capped Spaniard, 27.

But it's thought the Bees want a sizeable sum for the ex-Blackburn stopper, whose contract expires in 2024.

Kane faces D-Day in the summer

Shay Given reckons this summer could be the ultimate decision time for Harry Kane.

The Tottenham striker and England skipper, 29, has been linked to both Manchester giants over the past two seasons.

And Ireland legend Given believes Kane might need to move on to fulfil his dreams of winning silverware.

Former Newcastle and Aston Villa keeper told : "You feel it’s now or never for Harry Kane. 

"Will he move in the summer? He’s such a brilliant player and he continues to break records – he’s got Alan Shearer’s 260 goals in his sights now – but you feel he’s a player who wants to be winning Premier League titles and be involved in Champions League finals on a regular basis.

"Can Tottenham and Antonio Conte and the board give him those reassurances? I don’t know. I just don’t see it at the minute. 

"He’s got one career – he doesn’t want to look back in 10 years’ time and think 'I should have pushed for that move'.

"I think part of him will have regret that he’s not currently at (Manchester) City and getting the chances that Erling Haaland is sticking away on a weekly basis."

Gunners agree £27m Leandro fee

Arsenal have agreed a £27million fee for Brighton forward Leandro Trossard after missing out on top target Mykhailo Mudryk, writes MARK IRWIN.

And the 28-year-old Belgian World Cup star is set to undergo a medical after agreeing personal  terms with the Premier League leaders.

Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has moved quickly to reinforce his squad after months of negotiations for Mudryk were wrecked by Chelsea’s £88million swoop for the Shakhtar Donetsk winger.

And he is convinced that Trossard can be a cut-price alternative to help his title contenders over the line.

Official talks with Brighton were only opened this week but progressed rapidly when it became clear that the south coast club were ready to sell this season’s seven-goal top scorer.

Trossard only had six months of Amex contract to run and although Brighton had the option to extend that deal for a further 12 months they decided to cash in on a player who had fallen out with new boss Roberto De Zebri.

And while Arsenal’s initial bid of £20million was rebuffed, they came straight back with an improved offer which matched Brighton’s valuation.

It is understood that Arsenal are paying a guaranteed £21million plus a further £6million in easily achievable bonus payments which include Champions League qualification.

Shola off to Bolton

Manchester United have loaned out 18-year-old winger Shola Shoretire to Bolton.

They Tynesiders was United's Young Player of the Year for 2020/21.

He has starred for United's Youth sides, netting 23 goals and adding 16 assists in 59 games for the Under 21s.

McTominay and Tielemans on Toon wishlist

Newcastle reportedly have a nine-man wishlist including Manchester United anchorman Scott McTominay and Arsenal target Youri Tielmans.

The Toon's Saudi owners are backing manager Eddie Howe to keep spending after transforming the Magpies from relegation contenders into top-four hopefuls.

According to , the club's aim is to upgrade their midfield and winger options, plus finding top-class cover for Kieran Trippier at right-back.

Chelsea trio, Hakim Ziyech, Conor Gallagher and Ruben Loftus-Cheek are on their radar.

Everton starlet Anthony Gordon remains on the list, despite the Toffees rejecting a £60m offer from Chelsea for his services.

However, with the looming threat of relegation, Everton may soon be forced into a sale.

James Maddison is another star the club have retained an interest in, while Leicester team-mate Tielemans has emerged as a target with his contract expiring in the summer.

Wolves captain Ruben Neves is another candidate, but Manchester United and Liverpool are thought to be monitoring the situation too.

McTominay is another possibility but it's not sure if Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag would sell to a rival for a Champions League spot.

Henderson out for five weeks

Nottingham Forest keeper Dean Henderson has been ruled out for five weeks with a thigh injury.

Henderson has put together a raft of stunning performances between the sticks at the City Ground ever since Manchester Untied loaned him out last summer.

But Forest manager Steve Cooper confirmed his No1 will be sidelined for "four to five weeks".

The England international suffered the injury during last week's 2-0 win over Leicester.

Cooper said: "It is certainly a discussion point.

"We have two League Cup games [against United] that Dean wouldn't have played in anyway because of the loan ruling so we were always planning without him for those games.

"We need to get this weekend out of the way and see where we're at after that.

"Dean is going to be out for four to five weeks, which is obviously a blow for all of us, especially him, but these things happen and we carry on with our work and will support Dean to get fit as quickly as possible."

Arsenal and Spurs linked to Zaniolo

Arenal and Tottenham are among Premier League clubs linked with Roma's £35milion-rated midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo.

West Ham, Leeds and Newcastle are also said to be monitoring the Italy star, 23.

Sky Italia say Spurs are still keen despite reportedly having an initial offer rejected.

Utd and Chelsea 'in for Raya'

Man United and Chelsea are reportedly set to battle it out for David Raya.

The Brentford goalkeeper has 18 months left on his contract.

And the Telegraph claims United and Chelsea are both looking at Raya as their potential new No1.

It’s reckoned Brentford would want just £20million for the Spain international, who was at the World Cup last year.

Weghorst can be 'focal point'

Wout Weghorst is a "short term solution" who could turn into a "good story".

That's Mikael Silvestre's verdict on Manchester United's new loan striker.

The Ex-Red Devils, Arsenal and France defender also believes Holland star Weghorst might be United's only January recruit.

Silvestre told : “I think all positions are covered now, so I don’t expect more to happen from Man United in the transfer window unless they are going to face an injury.”

“Their team is quite balanced with good competition in every position.

"I definitely think that Wout Weghorst can become a good focal point for Man United and he is also a very good finisher.”

“Of course, it is a short term solution but the schedule is insane, so he can end up being a very good story for Man United.”

Noni 'agrees Chelsea deal'

CHELSEA have reportedly agreed on a deal to sign PSV star Noni Madueke.

The Blues have already signed five players since the transfer window opened are believed to be set for their sixth.

Madueke is a product of the Crystal Palace and Tottenham academies.

He moved to the Dutch side in 2019 and quickly broke into the first team.

Before joining PSV, it is believed that he rejected a move to Manchester United.

PSV have already lost star player Cody Gakpo to Liverpool this month.

Chelsea have agreed on a £35million deal that will see the 20-year-old return to England, according to .

The story has now been backed up by The Athletic transfer specialist David Ornstein who  that the deal is "expected to be done".

Mudryk snub 'no big deal'

Mikel Silvestre believes Arsenal might be better off WITHOUT Mykhailo Mudryk.

Chelsea won the race for Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukraine winger.

But former Gunners and Manchester United defender Silvestre told : “To be honest, I don’t think that’s a blow.

"Because when a player shows motivation to sign for your club and he ends up going to the neighbour, it shows you that maybe he wasn’t the right fit for you because you want players who are fully committed.”

Silvestre is sure manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Edu only want to recruit players whose commitment matches their ability as they bid to keep Arsenal top of the Premier League.

He said: "They must be looking at this story and saying we didn’t sign him but in the end it might be beneficial for us because we want players who 100 percent want to join us.”

Blues making noises over Moises

Chelsea have reportedly made a £65million offer for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo.

CBS claims Graham Potter is desperate to link up with the Colombian at Chelsea.

And the Blues are hopeful of pulling off a deal for Caicedo this month.

But Brighton do not want to sell their star man and are seeking a minimum of £75m.

Spurs prefer Poch over Tuchel

Tottenham would rather rehire Mauricio Pochettino than take a gamble on Thomas Tuchel.

CBS claims the duo are both on Spurs' shortlist to replace Antonio Conte, who could leave this summer.

Former Chelsea boss Tuchel is keen on returning to London after being sacked earlier this season.

But Tottenham would prioritise a return for fan favourite Poch before another ex-manager of their London rivals.

Gundogan 'agrees Barcelona free transfer'

Ilkay Gundogan has reportedly agreed to join Barcelona on a free transfer this summer.

Reports in Spain claim the midfielder will leave Man City when his deal expires at the end of the season.

And Gundogan will soon link up with Xavi Hernandez after signing a pre-contract agreement.

The German could arrive as a replacement for Sergio Busquets, who is expected to depart Barca shortly.

Bellingham ‘in talks with Liverpool’

Jude Bellingham is reportedly in talks to join Liverpool.

And the message has already been relayed to negotiators at Real Madrid.

It is now setting up a two-way fight for the England star next summer.

But Borussia Dortmund will likely demand a huge fee in excess of £100million.

Sterling tipped for Arsenal move

John Barnes reckons Raheem Sterling could ditch Chelsea for a move to Arsenal.

He told : "I don't think Raheem Sterling will go back to Man City despite the rumours of him wanting to leave.

"If Arsenal were interested in Sterling and guaranteed him to play in the first team every week, then maybe that is the best decision for Sterling to make.

"If Sterling did go to Arsenal, who would he replace? He does not walk into that team, he has to decide to go to a team who will play him consistently."

United urged to sign Kane

Former Man Utd striker Alan Smith has urged his old side to land Tottenham star and England captain Harry Kane.

He told : "Kane reminds me more and more of Teddy Sheringham the more I see of him – he’s such a good footballer. His game intelligence reminds me so much of Teddy.

"He’d be an amazing signing for anyone. Only he will know what he wants to do moving forward.

"His technical ability is amazing. He scores goals. If that opportunity arises, I’m sure United will be doing everything to get one of the best players possible."

Exclusive by SunSport’s Daniel Cutts

Newcastle are interested in Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin - with Eddie Howe eyeing a £35million move.

A source told SunSport: “Calvert-Lewin is at right at the top of the list of targets Newcastle have.

"They were interested in him last summer, and that interest remains.

"They think he could be a striker that could help take them to the next level both in the league, and in Europe."