Transfer news live - Arsenal call Raphinha, Man Utd and Chelsea target Dumfries

There are less than two weeks left in the January transfer window - and time is running out for the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United to bolster their squads.

The Red Devils have already welcomed Wout Weghorst and Jack Butland to Old Trafford this month but have been tipped to do more business, while Liverpool could still try to bring in another new face after pinching Cody Gakpo ahead of United.

Arsenal are yet to make a single signing in January but are known to be in the market for attacking reinforcements after missing out on a deal for Mykhaylo Mudryk, who joined Chelsea at the weekend. And the two London rivals could go head-to-head again in the coming weeks in the race for Brighton's wantaway forward Leandro Trossard.

For the latest on all the above and plenty more, make sure you stay locked in to Mirror Sport's live transfer blog for all of the latest rumours and confirmed deals...

08:09Dan Marsh

Blackpool set to appoint McCarthy

Championship strugglers Blackpool are set to appoint Mick McCarthy as their new manager after axing Michael Appleton.

Appleton, who returned to the club last year, was dismissed on Wednesday evening.

And Blackpool, who are second from bottom in the Championship, are set to turn to McCarthy in a bid to avoid the drop.

07:39Dan Marsh

Hammers in Ings talks

West Ham are in talks over a shock £10million deal for Aston Villa striker Danny Ings.

The Hammers have struggled for goals this year and are currently mired in the Premier League relegation zone.

And that has led David Moyes to swoop for Ings, who has struggled for regular game-time at Villa Park.

07:00Dan Marsh

Man Utd and Chelsea join Raya race

Manchester United and Chelsea are set to rival Tottenham in the race for David Raya's signature, according to The Telegraph.

Raya's current deal at Brentford is due to expire in the summer of 2024 and the Spaniard does not intend to pen fresh terms with the Bees.

That could tempt the Londoners to cash in rather than lose him for free, with a host of Premier League clubs now keeping an eye on Raya's situation.

06:34Dan Marsh

Good morning!

Welcome back! The January window slams shut in under two weeks, so let's get to it on another big day of transfer action...

22:50Daniel Orme

Goodnight!

That's unfortunately all we have time for tonight, thank you for joining us throughout the day.

Ensure you return bright and early tomorrow morning for even more of the standout transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and further afield.

22:30Daniel Orme

Leicester pencil in medical

Leicester City are edging towards their first signing of the window with FC Copenhagen defender Victor Kristiansen set to undergo a medical with the Foxes.

As per The Telegraph, a fee has now been agreed with the Danish outfit with the defender set to fly to the UK for tests.

21:58Daniel Orme

West Ham make Ings offer

West Ham United have reportedly made an offer to sign Aston Villa striker Danny Ings as the Hammers attempt to haul themselves away from relegation trouble.

The Hammers have an experienced forward on their shopping list between now and the end of the season and The Telegraph have revealed that Ings is in their sights.

David Moyes reportedly attempted to sign the ex-Liverpool man during his time at Real Sociedad and could finally secure a deal with Villa reportedly willing to sell.

21:30Daniel Orme

Arsenal hit with loan dilemma

Arsenal will reportedly have to loan out Ivan Fresneda immediately after signing him should they complete a deal for the Real Valladolid starlet.

The Gunners have been linked with a swoop for the 18-year-old over the past couple of days. With Cedric Soares seemingly on the way out, they could bolster their options with his arrival.

However, it is suggested by The Evening Standard that the Spanish side want him back on loan for the remainder of the campaign.

21:04Daniel Orme

Chelsea lodge Dumfries bid

Chelsea are reportedly attempting to continue their huge spending spree with a move for Inter Milan star Denzel Dumfries.

The Blues have a;ready been hard at work this January with moves for Mudryk, Joao Felix and Benoit Badiashille and have tabled a £31m bid for Dutch defender Denzel Dumfries. That is according to La Repubblica who state that Chelsea are keen to sign the former PSV star.

He has also been linked with a move to Man Utd this month.

20:34KEY EVENT

Arsenal 'make Raphinha contact'

Arsenal reportedly want to sign Barcelona winger Raphinha 'at all costs' this January after the club missed out on the signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk to Chelsea.

That is according to Spanish outlet Sport who suggest that the Brazilian's representatives have already been contacted over a potential move. It is suggested that the former Leeds star does not want to leave just yet and should Arsenal remain frustrated in their pursuit in winter, they could revisit a potential deal in the summer.

19:56James Nursey

Leicester close on £17m defender Kristiansen

Leicester are in the final stages of talks to clinch a £17million deal for FC Copenhagen defender Victor Kristiansen.

Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers has got the green light to make signings this month after four successive defeats.

Leicester want to bring in left-back Kristiansen, 20, before Saturday's home match against Brighton.

Kristiansen, a Denmark U21 international, will boost Leicester with James Justin out for the season with a ruptured Achilles and Ricardo Pereira sidelined.

Negotiations have also been ongoing with Fiorentina over a deal for Argentine winger Nicolas Gonzalez.

City squad men Ayoze Perez, Jannik Vestergaard, Caglar Soyuncu and Dennis Praet have been made available to free up room and funds for new players.

Kristiansen helped the Danish side record a 0-0 draw against Manchester City in the Champions League back in October.

19:28Daniel Orme

Barcelona open talks with Atletico Madrid for Carrasco

With Memphis Depay in the verge of leaving Barcelona, the Catalan giants are apparently eyeing a move the other way.

As per Relevo., Barca have opened talks with Atletico Madrid for the signing of Yannick Carrasco. The Belgian has just 18 months remaining on his contract and apparently has offers from clubs in England.

However, Barcelona have opened talks with Atleti regarding a move.

19:14Daniel Orme

Weghorst handed Man Utd debut

Manchester United's surprise signing Wout Weghorst has been handed his first Red Devils' start having penned a loan deal at Old Trafford.

The Dutch striker was signed on a season-long loan from Burnley and amid an injury to Anthony Martial has been handed his Red Devils bow. Erik ten Hag's men take on Crystal Palace this evening.

18:48Daniel Orme

Bournemouth pen in medical

Bournemouth have reportedly penned in a medical for signing Dango Outtara.

The Cherries have reportedly agreed a 27.5m deal with Lorient for the forward. According to Foot Mercato, he will now fly into England on Thursday to undergo a medical and put pen to paper on a five-and-a-half year deal.

18:15Daniel Orme

Alvarez in line for new contract

Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez is reportedly in line for a news Manchester City contract just a few months after arriving.

The Argentine has impressed at the Etihad Stadium this season following his summer signing with eight goals in 23 appearances. According to the Daily Mail, the reigning Premier League champions are expecting to open talks over an extended deal with the striker.

17:46Daniel Orme

Atletico Madrid agree Depay deal

Atletico Madrid have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Memphis Depay from Barcelona.

The Dutchman is out of contract at the end of the campaign and was tipped to leave the Camp Nou having fallen behind Robert Lewandowski following the Polish striker's arrival.

As per The Athletic, Atleti have agreed to pay £2.6m for his services. Depay was initially linked with a return to Man Utd, as well as a move to Arsenal.

17:17Daniel Orme

Forest close to Wood deal

Nottingham Forest are reportedly closing in on a loan move for Newcastle striker Chris Wood.

Steve Cooper's men are in the market for a forward after Taiwo Awoniyi's injury and have turned to St James' Park. As per The Athletic, Forest are close to sealing a loan move for Wood who has seen his game time with Newcastle limited so far this season.

An option to make the switch permanent is thought to be included with the New Zealand frontman becoming the club's third arrival of the summer.

16:45Daniel Orme

Spurs lodge Porro bid

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly lodged an opening bid for Sporting Lisbon defender Pedro Porro.

As per Fabrizio Romano, the London side have tabled a fee with a player involved with the Portuguese side having turned down the approach. It is suggested that Sporting are holding out for the €45m release clause written into his current contract.

16:19Daniel Orme

Copenhagen respond to Leicester 'agreement'

Danish giants FC Copenhagen have responded to claims that Leicester City are closing in on an agreement for left-back Victor Kristiansen.

A statement read: "Rumors have been confirmed in the market today about a possible transfer of the footballer Victor Kristiansen to Leicester City FC. FC Copenhagen can confirm that an offer has been received for Victor Kristiansen from Leicester City FC. Negotiations are currently underway between the parties, and there is no certainty that an agreement will be reached.

"PARKEN Sport & Entertainment A/S has no further comments at this time. Should a final agreement be concluded, a company announcement will be issued to this effect."

It has been claimed that the Foxes are closing in on a £17m deal for the defender.

15:45Tom Blow

Martinez heads to Inter Miami

Josef Martinez has left joined Inter Miami after leaving MLS rivals Atlanta.