Liverpool are keen on Stuttgart's promising defender Finn Jeltsch, while Chelsea remain focused on signing Bournemouth's Alex Scott. Arsenal, Tottenham, and Newcastle are among the clubs tracking Germany striker Nicolo Tresoldi, though Club Brugge have ruled out a January sale. Manchester United's plans to sack Michael Carrick stalled over finding a replacement, with Eddie Howe emerging as a top candidate — though appointing him would cost United around £3m in compensation to Newcastle.
Brighton are relaxed about retaining Paraguay midfielder Diego Gomez, despite interest from AC Milan and Atletico Madrid. Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage faces growing pressure, especially if the team loses to Tottenham on Saturday. Liverpool are set to pursue Valencia winger David Otorbi in January if his release clause rises to £50m.
Meanwhile, Juventus have made Monaco's American striker Folarin Balogun their primary January target after his deadline-day move to Everton collapsed.
Source: BBC Sport Football · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing