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Welcome to our transfer coverage where we bring you all the latest reports, rumours, gossip, news, etc as clubs around Europe do their best in addressing their urgent needs and not so urgent needs. Stay tuned as the updates pour in through the chaos that is the January transfer window.

Juventus confirm that they have signed Dusan Vlahovic from Fiorentina

In a statement, Juventus have confirmed the news and rumours that they have signed 21-year-old Dusan Vlahovic from Fiorentina for a reported fee of €75 million. The forward becomes the club's first major acquisition this month and will sign a long term contract worth around €7 million a year.

"VLAHOVIC IS BIANCONERO! 20 goals in 24 appearances, between Serie A and Coppa Italia, in the first part of 2021/2022. And they become 41, in 64 appearances, if we add them to those of the 2020/2021 season," reads the statement.

"These are just a few numbers, which can be summed up in two words: total attacker. Or, if you prefer, Dušan Vlahovic, who is now officially Juventus. And what better time to become one than on his 22nd birthday?"

West Ham in talks with Marseille over loan moves for both Duje Caleta-Car and Bamba Dieng

According to 90min, West Ham and Olympique Marseille are in talks over a loan move for both defender Duje Caleta-Car and forward Bamba Dieng. The Hammers have been searching far and wide this month for defensive reinforcements but have struggled to find the right player.

Not only that, David Moyes confirmed, earlier this month, that the club are indeed looking to sign another forward to help out Michail Antonio with Dieng reportedly their choice.

AS Monaco to demand at least €80 million for Aurelien Tchouameni

Marca has reported that amidst serious interest from across Europe in highly rated midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, Monaco are have set his asking price at around €80 million as they believe they've got the upper hand. The 22-year-old has shone for the Ligue 1 club this season and has a contract until the summer of 2024.

However, his performances and talent has seen heavyweights like Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Manchester United and a few other clubs consider moves which is why Monaco have reportedly set such a steep asking price.

Olympique Lyon and Tottenham come to an agreement over loan move for Giovani Lo Celso

According to L'Equipe, Olympique Lyon have reached an agreement with Tottenham over a loan move for Giovani Lo Celso but the 25-year-old midfielder still needs to agree to the switch himself.

The Argentine has struggled for game-time this season under both Nuno Espirito Santo and Antonio Conte, and reportedly asked for a move away. The report has further indicated that Lyon will pay half of Lo Celso's wages for the next six months and that the move will not include an option to buy.

Luiz Diaz and Liverpool come to an agreement over personal terms

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that forward Luiz Diaz and Liverpool have come to an agreement over a five-year contract but revealed that the clubs are still finalizing the final details of the 25-year-old's move.

The forward had been heavily linked with a move to Tottenham but the Reds swooped in with a late bid of €60 million, including €15 million in add-ons and performance bonuses, and have now convinced Diaz to sign for them.

Tottenham and Aston Villa are set to battle it out for Rodrigo Bentancur

According to Sky Sports, both Tottenham and Aston Villa are keen on a move for Rodrigo Bentancur this month with the two Premier League sides looking to add reinforcements. However, while Spurs are yet to make a bid for the midfielder, Villa have already had one knocked back by Juventus earlier this week.

However, both sides are in talks as Spurs are reportedly looking to sign Dejan Kulusevski as well but are yet to meet Juventus' £21 million asking price for Bentancur.

West Ham eyeing a move for Leeds United star Raphinha

Sky Sports has reported that West Ham are confident that they can sign Raphinha before the winter transfer deadline. The Brazilian has been heavily linked with a move away after his fantastic first half of the season but is also in contract talks with Leeds United.

The Peacocks are keen on extending the forward's contract beyond the current summer of 2024 expiration date and are also reportedly confident that they can get a deal done.

Juventus are still looking to offload Aaron Ramsey before the winter transfer deadline

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that Juventus are still keen on getting Aaron Ramsey's wages off their books before the transfer window slams shut this month. The Welshman is one of the club's highest earners and has been heavily linked with a return to England.

Romano has reported that Burnley are keen on signing the former Arsenal midfielder but Ramsey has yet to give the move a green light. The transfer reporter has also revealed that Arsenal's move for Arthur Melo has also collapsed and won't take place as of right now.

Newcastle United set to make a move for Eddie Nketiah and Dan Burn

According to the Guardian, Newcastle United are looking to sign both Eddie Nketiah and Dan Burn before the winter transfer deadline. The Magpies are chasing after reinforcements in their battle against relegation and have been looking to sign a new striker and a defender.

However, after watching their bids for Diego Carlos and Luiz Diaz reportedly rejected, the Magpies have already seen an £8 million bid rejected for Burn but are confident of getting a deal done. Not only that, Nketiah is set to leave Arsenal this month as he has rejected a new contract and has less than six months left on his contract.

Valencia in talks with Tottenham over a loan move for Bryan Gil

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that Tottenham and Valencia are in talks over a loan move for Bryan Gil. The young Spaniard has struggled for game-time since arriving last summer and is looking to continue his development by playing more.

However, Tottenham are yet to make a decision as Antonio Conte has utilized Gil as a substitute recently and is not looking to trim his squad down this month. Romano has also reported that Valencia are also looking to sign Roma midfielder Amadou Diawara but are still in talks with them at the moment.

Sampdoria loan Inter Milan midfielder Stefano Sensi

Inter Milan have confirmed via a statement that midfielder Stefano Sensi has signed for Sampdoria on loan until the end of the 2021/22 season. The 26-year-old arrived from Saussolo in 2019 before signing permanently a year later but has struggled to consistently get game-time since then.

"FC Internazionale Milano announces the transfer of Stefano Sensi to Sampdoria . The Italian midfielder born in 1995, who with the Inter shirt made 52 appearances and 4 goals, winning the Scudetto and the Italian Super Cup, temporarily moves to the Ligurian club until 30 June 2022," reads the statement.

Brentford hoping to announce a move for Christian Eriksen this weekend

According to the Times, Brentford are hoping that they can announce a move for Christian Eriksen before the weekend is over. The Danish international hasn't played football since he collapsed during Demark's first game at Euro 2020 and has been without a club for the last few months.

That was after Inter Milan mutually terminated his contract and reports have linked Eriksen with a move back to the Premier League with Brentford said to be a top contender. But while no move has materialized just yet, the Bees are hoping to get it over the line as Eriksen continues to train with his former side Ajax.

Juventus pushing to sign Denis Zakaria this month

Goal has reported that Juventus are moving quickly to sign Denis Zakaria this month before the transfer window slams shut. The Old Lady are looking to reinforce their team and have been linked with a few midfielders but Goal has reported that Zakaria has been shortlisted and the club have already made an approach.

The report has further revealed that personal terms have already been agreed between the two parties and that Juventus have also made Borussia Monchengladbach a bid worth around €7 million for the midfielder. Zakaria has less than six months left on his contract and will be leaving Gladbach once that expires.

Everton join Crystal Palace in the race to sign Donny van de Beek

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that Everton have joined Crystal Palace in the battle to sign Donny van de Beek before the transfer window closes. The Toffees are looking to sign a new midfielder after being ravaged by injuries and believe that the Dutchman is the right choice.

The former Ajax starlet has struggled to get game-time since arriving at Old Trafford and Romano reported that Crystal Palace were the front-runners for Van de Beek. But the situation has now changed as Everton's managerial front-runner Frank Lampard wants the Dutch midfielder and thus the Toffees are pushing for a move.

Aaron Ramsey set to stay at Juventus after rejecting five Premier League clubs

According to Calciomercato, Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey is set to stay at the club after he rejected not one but five Premier League clubs interested in him. The Welsh midfielder is one of the highest earners at the club but has played less than a 100 minutes of Serie A football this season.

The Old Lady have been looking to offload him this month but have struggled to find a buyer because of his €7.5 million per season salary. The report has further indicated that Aston Villa, Burnley, Crystal Palace, Newcastle United and Wolves all made approaches only to be turned down.

Donny van de Beek begs Manchester United's interim manager Ralf Rangnick to let him leave

The Daily Star has reported that Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek has begged interim manager Ralf Rangnick to let him leave. The Dutch international has endured a nightmare spell at Old Trafford, with just 27 appearances since the summer of 2020. Not only that, he started just two games last term and just one since Rangnick took over.

But with both Crystal Palace and Everton overly keen on signing him, on loan, before the winter transfer deadline, the Daily Star has reported that Van de Beek has begged Rangnick to let him leave in order to get more game-time. 

Wolves sign 19-year-old starlet Jeong Sang-bin and loan him to Grasshopper Club Zurich

In a statement, Wolves have confirmed that they have signed young attacker Jeong Sang-bin after a promising spell with his previous club Suwon Samsung Bluewings. The 19-year-old has now joined Grasshopper Club Zurich on loan and will be at the club until the end of the 2022/23 season.

"Wolves have signed promising winger Jeong Sang-bin, with the young South Korean international joining Grasshopper Club Zurich on an 18-month loan," reads the statement.

"The 19-year-old joins Wolves from K-League outfit Suwon Samsung Bluewings, where he enjoyed a breakthrough season during the past 12 months, making 24 appearances in the top-flight of Korean football and scoring six times."

Inter Milan sign Genoa forward Felipe Caicedo on loan

In a statement, Inter Milan have confirmed that they have signed Felipe Caicedo on loan for the remainder of the season. The 33-year-old joined Genoa from Lazio last summer but hasn't played too much because of various injuries.

"FC Internazionale Milano is pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached with Genoa CFC for the transfer of Felipe Salvador Caicedo Corozo.  The Ecuadorian forward has joined on loan until 30 June 2022," reads the statement.

Fiorentina have signed FC Basel forward Arthur Cabral for a reported €15 million fee

Having sold Dusan Vlahovic to Juventus earlier this week, Fiorentina have confirmed that they have signed FC Basel forward Arthur Cabral. The highly rated 23-year-old thrived for his former side, netting 65 goals and 17 assists in just 106 appearances, and is set to wear the number nine for Viola.

"ACF Fiorentina is delighted to announce the signing of Arthur Mendonça Cabral from FC Basel 1893 on a permanent transfer," reads the statement.

"Born in Campina Grande, Brazil on 25 April 1998, the striker scored 65 goals with 17 assists in 106 matches in all competitions for Basel. He is this season’s top scorer in the UEFA Europa Conference League.  Cabral has previously plied his trade for Ceará Sporting Club and Palmeiras. He will wear number 9."

Bordeaux looking into a potential move for Manchester United defender Phil Jones

L'Equipe has reported that Ligue 1 side Bordeaux are considering a move for Phil Jones as they look to bolster their team ahead of a relegation battle. The Manchester United defender has endured a torrid time with injuries over the last few years but has shown his fitness and form over the last month or so.

That combined with the presence of Raphael Varane, Eric Bailly, Victor Lindelof and Harry Maguire has seen Jones drop down the pecking order and reports have indicated that the former Blackburn Rovers starlet would be open to leaving Old Trafford.

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