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Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino, Jamal Musiala

sportsmole.co.uk, 16 January 2024, 06:45
The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe have one final chance to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.

Tuesday morning's headlines:

LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Mejbri leaves Man Utd, Ten Hag wants De Ligt

Sports Mole provides live coverage of all of the latest transfer news, done deals and rumours from Tuesday, January 16. Read more.

Liverpool, Barcelona 'to rival Arsenal for Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz'

Liverpool and Barcelona are reportedly preparing to rival Arsenal in the hunt for Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz, with the three potential suitors planning a summer swoop. Read more.

Erik ten Hag 'wants to lure Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United'

Erik ten Hag is reportedly keen on bringing former Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United, with the defender struggling for game time at Bayern Munich. Read more.

Premier League quartet 'to battle for Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala'

Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City are reportedly keen on Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala, with contract talks between the player and the Bavarians stalling. Read more.

Burnley's Scott Twine joins Bristol City on loan

Bristol City confirm the signing of Burnley midfielder Scott Twine on loan for the remainder of the 2023-24 campaign. Read more.

Four Premier League clubs 'to rival Juventus for Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips'

Newcastle United, West Ham United, Everton and Crystal Palace are all set to rival Juventus for the signature of Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City 'to complete Claudio Echeverri signing on January 25'

Manchester City are reportedly set to complete the signing of River Plate starlet Claudio Echeverri as soon as the Argentine transfer window opens on January 25. Read more.

Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur to step up Santiago Gimenez pursuit this summer?

Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham are reportedly among a number of clubs considering a summer move for Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez. Read more.

Napoli 'considering move for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah'

Serie A champions Napoli are reportedly weighing up a January swoop for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. Read more.

Chelsea lining up January moves for Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino?

Chelsea could consider a shock January move for either Karim Benzema or Roberto Firmino, according to a report. Read more.

Ajax 'intensify pursuit of Al Ettifaq's Jordan Henderson on permanent deal'

Ajax intensify their interest in signing Al Ettifaq midfielder Jordan Henderson on a permanent basis, according to a report. Read more.

Real Betis, Villarreal 'interested in Sheffield United-linked Ben Johnson'

Real Betis and Villarreal are reportedly chasing the signing of West Ham United defender Ben Johnson, with Sheffield United also keen on the right-back. Read more.

Arsenal, Chelsea 'to scout Ousmane Diomande at Africa Cup of Nations'

Arsenal and Chelsea will reportedly send scouts to watch Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande at the Africa Cup of Nations. Read more.

Chelsea 'discuss possible bid for Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran'

Chelsea are reportedly contemplating whether to make a surprise approach for Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran before the end of the month. Read more.

Bristol City close to signing Burnley's Scott Twine?

Bristol City are reportedly closing in on the loan signing of Scott Twine from Burnley, with the 24-year-old's temporary spell at Hull City set to be cut short. Read more.

Calvin Ramsay returns to Liverpool from Preston North End loan spell

Liverpool confirm that Calvin Ramsay has returned to the club from his loan spell at Preston North End, where he only made two appearances. Read more.

Reading defender Tom Holmes 'undergoing Luton Town medical'

Reading centre-back Tom Holmes is reportedly undergoing a medical at Luton Town ahead of a permanent switch, with Nelson Abbey also preparing to move to Kenilworth Road. Read more.

Sheffield United 'interested in Bournemouth defender Chris Mepham'

Sheffield United are reportedly eyeing up a move for Bournemouth centre-back Chris Mepham, with interest for the Blades defender Anel Ahmedhodzic intensifying. Read more.

Transfer rumours: Kosta Nedeljkovic to Aston Villa, Joe Rothwell to Southampton, Daniel Munoz to Crystal Palace

Sports Mole rounds up some of the latest January transfer rumours, including Kosta Nedeljkovic to Aston Villa, Joe Rothwell to Southampton and Daniel Munoz to Crystal Palace. Read more.

Roma 'keen to cut short Renato Sanches loan from Paris Saint-Germain'

Roma are reportedly keen for Paris Saint-Germain to find a new loan solution for midfielder Renato Sanches before the end of the month. Read more.

Manchester United chiefs 'have reservations over Michael Olise move'

A number of Manchester United officials are allegedly against a potential approach for Crystal Palace playmaker Michael Olise. Read more.

Karim Benzema 'excluded from Al Ittihad training camp amid Manchester United links'

Karim Benzema is reportedly excluded from Al-Ittihad's upcoming training camp, amid talk of a potential January exit. Read more.

Real Sociedad 'ready to join race for Tottenham Hotspur winger Bryan Gil'

Real Sociedad reportedly become the latest club to express an interest in signing Tottenham Hotspur winger Bryan Gil. Read more.

Manchester United 'among clubs ready to hijack West Ham United's Serhou Guirassy move'

Manchester United are reportedly one of a number of clubs who are considering whether to join West Ham United in the race for Stuttgart forward Serhou Guirassy. Read more.

Chelsea 'regard Manchester United defender Luke Shaw as long-term target'

Chelsea reportedly regard Manchester United defender Luke Shaw as a long-term transfer target. Read more.

Transfer rumours: Lenglet to stay at Villa, Soyuncu battle, Meija to Sevilla

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer runours, incuding Clement Lenglet's Aston Villa future, Caglar Soyuncu to Fulham and Mateo Mejia to Sevilla. Read more.

16 January 2024
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LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Mejbri leaves Man Utd, Ten Hag wants De Ligt
LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Mejbri leaves Man Utd, Ten Hag wants De Ligt Hello and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the world of football on Tuesday, January 16. Stick with us below to keep up to date with all of today's transfer rumours and done deals.
16 January 2024
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Preview: Palestine vs. United Arab Emirates - prediction, team news, lineups
Still seeking their first victory in an Asian Cup tournament, Palestine face the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Group C action on Thursday at Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah.
16 January 2024
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Tuesday's Asian Cup predictions including Saudi Arabia vs. Oman
Thailand vs. Kyrgyzstan (Tuesday, 2.30pm) Group F teams begin their Asian Cup campaigns on Tuesday as Thailand face Kyrgyzstan at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium in the second successive appearance of this competition for both nations. A 3-0 win over the Maldives in their opening third-round Asian Cup qualifying fixture ultimately enabled the War Elephants to make a return trip into this competition, while the White Falcons went unbeaten in their third-round group.
16 January 2024
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Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations predictions including Tunisia vs. Namibia
Burkina Faso vs. Mauritania (Tuesday, 2.00pm) The sun-drenched Stade Bouake prepares for a Group D battle as Burkina Faso and Mauritania face off in Tuesday afternoon's opening clash. Looking to build on their impressive recent record, the Stallions, semifinalists in two of the last three Africa Cup of Nations, aim to emulate their 2013 run to the final, while the Lions of Chinguetti will have their sights set on recording their first-ever win at the tournament.
16 January 2024
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Tuesday's Copa del Rey predictions including Getafe vs. Sevilla
Getafe vs. Sevilla (Tuesday, 7.00pm) Both seeking a place in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals, Getafe and Sevilla clash at the Coliseum on Tuesday evening. The pair are separated by 10 points in La Liga, with the hosts holding a significant advantage over their Andalucian counterparts, but they now go head-to-head in Spain's national cup competition.
16 January 2024
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Tuesday's FA Cup predictions including Bristol City vs. West Ham United
Wolves vs. Brentford (Tuesday, 7.30pm) One of only two all-Premier League FA Cup third-round replays takes place at Molineux on Tuesday evening, as Wolverhampton Wanderers renew hostilities with Brentford. Gary O'Neil's side held out for a 1-1 draw at the Gtech Community Stadium on January 5, despite playing over 80 minutes of the contest with a numerical disadvantage.
16 January 2024
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LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Mejbri leaves Man Utd, Ten Hag wants De Ligt
LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Mejbri leaves Man Utd, Ten Hag wants De Ligt Hello and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the world of football on Monday, January 15. Stick with us below to keep up to date with all of today's transfer rumours and done deals.
16 January 2024
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Liverpool, Barcelona 'to rival Arsenal for Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz'
Liverpool and Barcelona are reportedly prepared to rival Arsenal for the signing of Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz.
15 January 2024
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Alessia Russo: 'England dominance of FIFPro XI is special'
Alessia Russo has said that being named in the FIFPro World XI alongside six of her international teammates makes it even more "special".
15 January 2024
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England Women
England Women manager Sarina Wiegman lauded the Lionesses' "tremendous" achievements in 2023 after winning The Best FIFA Women's Coach Award in London but stopped short of hailing the year as her best in management.
15 January 2024
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Erik ten Hag 'wants to lure Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United'
Erik ten Hag is reportedly interested in bringing Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United during the summer transfer window.
15 January 2024
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Premier League quartet 'to battle for Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala'
Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City are all reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich youngster Jamal Musiala.
15 January 2024
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How many points could Forest be deducted and where would it leave them in table?
Nottingham Forest face a potentially hefty points deduction that could leave them in the relegation zone after they were found guilty of breaking financial rules.
15 January 2024
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Burnley's Scott Twine joins Bristol City on loan
Bristol City have announced the signing of Burnley midfielder Scott Twine on loan for the remainder of the 2023-24 campaign.
15 January 2024
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Preview: Bristol Rovers vs. Norwich City - prediction, team news, lineups
A fourth-round trip to Liverpool awaits the winners of Wednesday's FA Cup third-round replay between League One outfit Bristol Rovers and Championship club Norwich City at the Memorial Stadium.
15 January 2024
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Mary Earps talks up England quality after FIFPro World XI dominance
England Women goalkeeper Mary Earps has talked up the quality of her international teammates after they dominated the voting for the 2023 FIFPro Team of the Year at The Best FIFA awards on Monday.
15 January 2024
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Preview: Osasuna vs. Real Sociedad - prediction, team news, lineups
Osasuna and Real Sociedad are back in action in the Copa del Rey when they go head to head at the El Sadar Stadium for a place in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.
15 January 2024
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Preview: Osasuna vs. Real Sociedad - prediction, team news, lineups
Osasuna and Real Sociedad are back in action in the Copa del Rey when they go head to head at the El Sadar Stadium for a place in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.
15 January 2024
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Preview: Blackpool vs. Nottingham Forest - prediction, team news, lineups
League One outfit Blackpool welcome Premier League side Nottingham Forest to Bloomfield Road for an FA Cup third-round replay on Wednesday night.
15 January 2024
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Haaland's dad has priceless reaction as Messi beats his son and Mbappe to award
Lionel Messi has won the FIFA Best Men's Player award, beating Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to the prize.
15 January 2024
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Puskas winner's disbelief as long-range overhead kick gets heartwarming reaction
Brazilian midfielder Guilherme Madruga was left utterly stunned to be put on the same stage as the world's best players by winning the Puskas Award.
15 January 2024
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Lionel Messi wins The Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year 2023
Inter Miami and Argentina forward Lionel Messi has been named The Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year for 2023.
15 January 2024
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Earps wins FIFA Best Women's Goalkeeper and makes XI with six England stars
Mary Earps has added yet more awards to her collection by winning the Women's Goalkeeper prize at the FIFA Best awards.
15 January 2024
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Guardiola has room in stitches as he drops expletive at FIFA Best Awards
Pep Guardiola couldn't keep it in after Thierry Henry's painfully tricky question at The Best FIFA Football Awards.
15 January 2024
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Bellingham is bossing Spain but Ronaldo's debut season had everyone terrified
Everyone has been comparing Jude Bellingham to the wrong Ronaldo.
15 January 2024
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Jude Bellingham, Lionel Messi included as Man City dominate FIFPro World XI
Jude Bellingham and Lionel Messi were among those included in a Manchester City-dominated FIFPro World XI at The Best FIFA awards this evening.
15 January 2024
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Preview: Valencia vs. Celta Vigo - prediction, team news, lineups
Both unbeaten so far in 2024, Valencia and Celta Vigo convene at Mestalla on Wednesday evening, with a place in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals at stake.
15 January 2024
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Manchester City's Pep Guardiola named FIFA Best Men's Coach of the Year
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola has been named the FIFA Best Men's Coach of the Year.
15 January 2024
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Manchester City 'to complete Claudio Echeverri signing on January 25'
Manchester City are reportedly set to complete the signing of River Plate starlet Claudio Echeverri as soon as the Argentine transfer window opens at the end of this month.
15 January 2024
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LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Arsenal, Chelsea scout Diomande, Chelsea want Luke Shaw
LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Arsenal, Chelsea scout Diomande, Chelsea want Luke Shaw Hello and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the world of football on Monday, January 15. Stick with us below to keep up to date with all of today's transfer rumours and done deals.
15 January 2024
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Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur to step up Santiago Gimenez pursuit this summer?
Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham are reportedly among a number of clubs considering a summer move for Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez.
15 January 2024
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Can Everton be docked points again this season and how many more can they lose?
Everton's season has gone from bad to worse after they were sanctioned for breaching Profit and Sustainability rules once again.
15 January 2024
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Napoli 'considering move for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah'
Napoli are reportedly weighing up a January swoop for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
15 January 2024
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Jude Bellingham hails man at Real Madrid who made his stunning season possible
Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has expressed admiration for transfer guru Juni Calafat, a crucial figure within the club's ranks.
15 January 2024
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Chelsea lining up January moves for Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino?
Chelsea could consider a shock January move for either Karim Benzema or Roberto Firmino, according to a report.
15 January 2024
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Dier says there's no space for him to stay at Kane's £30m Munich mansion
Eric Dier has ruled out pitching up at Harry Kane's mansion as there is no space for the new Bayern Munich star.
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