The January transfer window is approaching, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all pursuing new mid-season signings. Arsenal are reportedly targeting Antonio Nusa, while also eyeing Eli Junior Kroupi and Kenan Yildiz, with Alex Baena and Julian Alvarez also believed to be on Mikel Arteta's radar.
Arsenal target Antonio Nusa in potential triple deal
Arsenal are tracking Antonio Nusa ahead of the January transfer window, according to reports. The Gunners are known to be keen on attacking reinforcements and have reportedly had their eyes on Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi and Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz. However, The Sun say that Arsenal are also keeping close tabs on former Club Brugge star Nusa, who continues to impress for both RB Leipzig and Norway.
Man Utd manager twist and Harry Kane contract
Didier Deschamps has reportedly turned down the chance to manage Manchester United, where Sunday's game against Aston Villa will be crucial to determining the future of under-fire boss Michael Carrick. Unai Emery is said to be a "dream target" for Old Trafford chiefs in the event that they sack Carrick, but The Telegraph report that Emery is in advanced talks over signing a new long-term contract at Villa Park.
Harry Kane's new Bayern Munich contract has been confirmed. The Ballon d'Or winner is now tied to Bayern until 2029 on a record-breaking contract that is said to make him the highest-paid player in Europe by salary. Tottenham are understood to still retain matching rights for Kane.
Chelsea, Liverpool and other transfer rumours
Chelsea are confident of signing Alex Scott when the market reopens, while Liverpool are keen on Mexico wonderkid Gilberto Mora and Lamine Camara as Trent Alexander-Arnold continues to be linked with a switch back to Anfield. Chelsea are also interested in Everton's Harrison Armstrong, with TEAMtalk citing reports that they are compiling weekly scouting reports on the 19-year-old.
Manchester United are reportedly plotting a sensational loan swoop for Ivan Toney in January, who now plays in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ahli. Juventus are considering a January move for United striker Benjamin Sesko despite his injury, with Folarin Balogun also under consideration. Barcelona have identified Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie as a potential signing, and have also targeted Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri.
Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international duty with Portugal, announcing his decision via a video to camera on his social media channels. Ronaldo netted 146 goals in 234 games for Portugal, becoming the all-time leading scorer in men's international football.
