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Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Joel Matip, Maxence Lacroix, Douglas Luiz

sportsmole.co.uk, 8 December 2023, 06:45
The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.

Friday morning's headlines:

Kalvin Phillips's Juventus move in jeopardy over wage structure?

Juventus are reportedly unwilling to pay the majority of Kalvin Phillips's wages during a proposed loan switch, placing the deal with Manchester City in jeopardy. Read more.

Liverpool to make £30m move for Wolfsburg's Maxence Lacroix?

Liverpool are reportedly eyeing up a move for Wolfsburg centre-back Maxence Lacroix, after defender Joel Matip suffering a potentially season-ending injury last week. Read more.

Chelsea 'to reject Fulham's offer for Armando Broja in January transfer window'

Chelsea are reportedly set to turn down any offers for Armando Broja during the January transfer window, despite apparent interest from local rivals Fulham. Read more.

Manchester United 'open to offers for Brazilian midfielder Casemiro in January'

Manchester United are reportedly willing to listen to offers for Casemiro, Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane ahead of the upcoming January transfer window. Read more.

Manchester United to battle Manchester City for Lille's Leny Yoro's signature?

Manchester United are reportedly making a serious move for Lille defender Leny Yoro, but they may have to battle Manchester City to secure the teenager's signature. Read more.

AC Milan 'intensify efforts to sign Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior'

AC Milan are reportedly set to step up their efforts to sign Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior and are ready to open discussions over a possible move for the player in January. Read more.

Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester United 'remain keen on Martin Zubimendi'

Barcelona, Arsenal and Manchester United remain interested in Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'open to January offers for Raphael Varane, Casemiro'

Manchester United are willing to listen to January offers for Raphael Varane and Casemiro, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal learn asking price for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz?

Arsenal reportedly learn the asking price of Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz, who is believed to be the Gunners' primary midfield target for 2024. Read more.

Liverpool to enter market for new centre-back after Joel Matip injury?

Liverpool could be forced into signing a defender in the January transfer window following the ACL injury sustained by Joel Matip, according to a report. Read more.

Ferran Torres 'considering Barcelona future amid lack of starts'

Ferran Torres is reportedly prepared to consider his future at Barcelona given his lack of regular starts under Xavi. Read more.

Erik ten Hag explains importance of Scott McTominay after summer exit talk

Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag explains Scott McTominay's importance to the team this season after a summer of exit speculation. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur 'could consider big-money January bids for Richarlison'

Tottenham Hotspur may reportedly be prepared to consider any lucrative offers for Richarlison during the January transfer window. Read more.

Noni Madueke 'ready to push for January Chelsea exit'

Winger Noni Madueke is reportedly ready to push for a January exit away from Chelsea due to his lack of game time. Read more.

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