Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Alex Baena, while Manchester United are linked with a January swoop for Ivan Toney and Chelsea are targeting Harrison Armstrong and Tomas Aranda. The January transfer window is shaping up to be a busy period for several Premier League clubs.
Arsenal Eye Baena and Monitor Kroupi
According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal are keeping close tabs on Spain midfielder Alex Baena, though they could face serious competition for his signing. The Gunners had chased a high-profile deal for Julian Alvarez throughout the summer window and retained their interest, but now one of his Atletico teammates has caught Mikel Arteta's eye.
Arsenal are also linked with Kenan Yildiz and Antonio Nusa, while securing a deal for top target Eli Junior Kroupi is expected to be difficult. Martin Zubimendi is reportedly prepared to consider leaving the Emirates in January after struggling for regular minutes, with Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich made aware of his situation.
Manchester United Consider Toney and Carrick Future
Manchester United are being linked with a sensational January move for Ivan Toney. Meanwhile, Michael Carrick has eased pressure on his job with a come-from-behind win over Roma, but the threat of the sack remains. According to The Athletic, United chiefs last week agreed to keep Carrick in post for the visit of Roma and Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa before reassessing during the international break.
Real Madrid are confident of winning the race to sign Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel, who has not returned to Old Trafford since leaving the club in September. The 16-year-old is training independently in Spain and has obtained an EU passport that could ease a move abroad. United would receive compensation if he leaves, although the fee would be lower for an overseas transfer.
Chelsea and Liverpool Target Moves
Chelsea could swoop for Harrison Armstrong and Tomas Aranda as they look to win the race for Alex Scott over Liverpool, who could sign Lamine Camara instead. There are also more reports over a shock Anfield comeback for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Tottenham could face a fight to keep both Pedro Porro and Lucas Bergvall away from Barcelona, while they continue to chase a host of strikers possibly including Younes Ebnoutalib and Gustavo Varela. Spurs goalkeeper Luca Gunter will assess his loan options in January after being recalled from Boreham Wood, while Tyrese Hall and James Rowswell are also assessing their options.
West Ham Appoint Scott Parker
Scott Parker is set to succeed Nuno Espirito Santo as West Ham head coach after Nuno was relieved of his duties following back-to-back home defeats to Southampton and West Brom. The Athletic claims an agreement has been struck with the former midfielder, with hope he will be appointed in time for Wednesday's match against Cardiff.
