NOTTINGHAM FOREST have SACKED Steve Cooper after a torrid run of form in the Premier League.
Elsewhere, Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho has been given a Bundesliga lifeline by RB Leipzig.
The Bundesliga club, who will face Real Madrid in the last-16 of the Champions League, fancy the 23-year-old winger who has not featured under Erik ten Hag since late August.
Meanwhile, Chelsea have been given an £85million asking price for Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, according to reports.
The Blues have been linked with Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen but it looks like the former Coventry City man could be an option.
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- By Joshua Hall
Chelsea to block Madueke loan
Chelsea are reportedly not willing to allow Noni Madueke to leave the club on loan this January.
Madueke has made just one Premier League start for The Blues this season and has bee linked with winter loan move to boost his game time.
But according to The Athletic, Chelsea are not willing to let him leave on a temporary basis and see him as an established first team player.
The London club are understood to only be willing to allow young talent in need of development to be loaned out in the upcoming window.
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Dortmund keen on Reguilon loan
Borussia Dortmund have reportedly made Tottenham full-back Sergio Reguilon their number one target ahead of the January transfer window.
Reguilon is currently on loan with Manchester United, but is said to have a break clause in his contract for January.
According to Sky Sports Germany reporter Patrick Berger, Dortmund are prioritising a move for the 27-year-old.
It is reported that the German giants have already made an enquiry with Spurs about the potential of a six month loan move for the Spaniard.
- By Joshua Hall
Forest announce Cooper departure
Nottingham Forest have announced the departure of manager Steve Cooper with the club just five points off the relegation zone.
It is understood that Nuno Espirito Santo is expected to be brought in by the Tricky Trees to replace the Cooper.
Owner Evangelos Marinakis discussed the exit of Cooper, who had been in charge since 2021, in a club statement.
He said: “Everyone at Nottingham Forest would like to thank Steve for his superb contribution to our football club. His achievement in guiding Forest back to the Premier League will undoubtedly remain an iconic moment in the Club’s history.
“We thank Steve for his dedication and commitment during his time with us, as well as the incredible connection he forged with our supporters and the city of Nottingham.
“Steve will always remain a friend of the Club and will forever be welcome at The City Ground. We wish him well in his future endeavours.”
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- By Joshua Hall
Murtough offers Man Utd transfer update
Manchester United football director John Murtough has warned that the club are unlikely to do any business in the January transfer window.
Speaking at a Man Utd fans’ forum he explained that the club don’t see the winter window as good time to be recruiting players.
Looking ahead to the January transfer window, we are not expecting it to be particularly busy.
There will always be the possibility of deals around the edges of the squad, particularly in terms of finding opportunities for players who are not playing as much football as they would like.
However, we’ve always been consistent in saying that we do not see January as the optimal time to do business and our recruitment strategy remains focused on summer windows.
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- By Joshua Hall
Chelsea happy to sell Gallagher
Chelsea are reportedly willing to listen to offers for Conor Gallagher despite his form this season.
The England international has been one of Mauricio Pochettino's bestplayers this term, but could be heading for the exit doors in January.
According to The Athletic, The Blues could be swayed to sell Gallagher if any offers over £40million arrive during the winter window.
- By Tony Robertson
Dan Ashworth moving closer to Man Utd role
Newcastle's Dan Ashworth is said to be edging closer to becoming the football director of Man Utd.
The Daily Mail report that it is "increasingly likely" that Ashworth will replace John Murtough in the position at Man Utd, though he will remain in post during the January window.
Ashworth, 52, has links to INEOS sporting director Sir Dave Brailsford and is said to be highly rated by Sir Jim Ratcliffe's team ahead of his £1.25billion buy-in.
- By Tony Robertson
Tottenham step up pursuit for £26m defender
Tottenham are eyeing Genoa's Radu Drăgușin as they step up their pursuit of a new defender, according to The Telegraph.
The report says Spurs have been looking at the 21-year-old as one possible target next month.
Drăgușin helped the Italian club to get promoted to the Serie A last season and has continued to impress this season.
Spurs sent scouts to watch him against Juventus last week – a game that ended 1-1 with Juve only scoring from the penalty spot.
A January move for the Romanian is expected to cost at least £26m.
- By Tony Robertson
Man Utd not expecting to do business in January
Man Utd have said they do not expect to do transfer business in January.
As reported by BBC Sport reporter Simon Stone, club CEO Collette Roche said: “We have been consistent in saying we do not see Jan as the optimal time to do business.”
- By Tony Robertson
Next five Forest fixtures
Here are the first five fixtures Espirito Santo will have to contend with at Nottingham Forest.
Forest will face one of Blackpool or Forest Green Rovers for the January 7 FA Cup third round clash.
- By Tony Robertson
BREAKING: Cooper to be sacked by Nottingham Forest
Steve Cooper has been SACKED by Nottingham Forest with the club five points off the relegation zone.
SunSport understands Cooper has been informed of the decision.
Forest have already lined up former Wolves and Spurs boss Nuno Espirito Santo as his replacement, with the Portuguese boss flying into England to seal the deal.
NOTT GOOD NEWS Forest confirm boss Cooper sacking with Nuno in advanced talks to take over
- By Tony Robertson
Arsenal boost in Toney transfer race after Brentford chief admission
Brentford have hinted that may be resigned to losing Ivan Toney after technical director Lee Dykes admitted it could soon be time to move him on from the Bees.
Speaking to Brentford club media in a deep-dive interview about the club’s recruitment process, he said: “Yes, there will be lots of interest in Ivan in January. Naturally, there should be.
“He was the third-highest Premier League goalscorer last season – one of them [Harry Kane] has gone to Germany now, so he’s up there as one of the best strikers in the division. He is in the top five in the world, in my opinion.
“So there should be interest, and maybe the time comes very shortly that Ivan moves on to another club.
“But they will have to pay a decent transfer fee to acquire his services because he is some talent.”
- By Tony Robertson
Liverpool 'not in race to sign Palhinha'
Liverpool are no longer in the race to sign Joao Palhinha, reports suggest.
Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg has reported the Reds will not pursue a deal for the Fulham star in January.
This has opened the door for Bayern Munich who were previously interested in the summer, though they considering the a deal to sign him to be too expensive.
However, Palhinha is said to be holding talks with a number of top clubs.
- By Tony Robertson
Tottenham targeting Gimenez
Tottenham are targeting a transfer for Santiago Gimenez, reports suggest.
Spurs are looking to recruit in January and have identified the Feyenoord ace as one player on an "extensive list" of forward targets, according to Paul O'Keefe.
- By Tony Robertson
BREAKING: Espirito Santo travelling to England for Forest deal
Nuno Espirito Santo is travelling to England to complete his appointment as boss of Nottingham Forest, according to Fabrizio Romano.
It means Steve Cooper could soon be replaced at the helm of the club.
Forest are sitting just five points above the drop zone.
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Barcelona open to selling all players amid financial crisis
Barcelona are reportedly open to offers to "all players" as they attempt to raise £35m.
The club are struggling to secure £35m in investment from the 29.5% of Barça Studios to German investment fund Libero Football Finance due to a delayed payment.
The club are now in race against time to find a new investor to meet their financial needs in the short term.
There have been contacts with new potential investors but according to Relevo, this situation has opened the door for the club to sell players in January.
It could see the likes of Robert Lewandowski, Andreas Christensen, or Jules Kounde moved on.
- By Tony Robertson
Three English clubs scouting Bellingham
Reports claim Arsenal are one of three English clubs tracking Jude Bellingham’s brother Jobe.
The 18-year-old has impressed with Sunderland this season and has consequently attracted interest from some high-profile suitors.
And Ekrem Konur reported the Gunners, Liverpool and Chelsea all sent scouts to watch him play against Bristol City over the weekend, though he was only introduced in the 63rd minute.
- By Tony Robertson
Juventus eyeing move for former West Ham star
Juventus are reportedly eyeing a move for former West Ham star Felipe Anderson.
Anderson currently plays for Lazio, but his deal with the club runs out in June.
This has led to Juventus' interest to spike, with the Old Lady now keeping a close on the situation, according to Italian outlet Sos Fanta.
- By Tony Robertson
Arsenal told not to sign £100m target
Emmanuel Petit has told Arsenal in no uncertain terms to not sign Douglas Luiz after reports suggested he could cost as much as £100m.
Speaking about a potential transfer to compare.bet, he said:
“£100m is a lot of money, I really like Douglas Luiz but is he worth £100m?“It’s crazy money. I’m not sure it’s a good idea for Arsenal to go straight on the market and buy Luiz for that much. I think he’s injured too much and the way that Aston Villa are playing, he probably doesn’t want to leave.
“If I was Douglas Luiz I’d be very excited to have an offer from Arsenal, but I’d think straight away, I’d look at my current teammates and say, ‘We are second place in the table and only one point off Arsenal. What happens if we do something very special.’
“We can imagine Aston Villa playing in the Champions League now. When you leave in the middle of a season, you have to be very careful.
“When you’re playing at the best level with your current club, it’s a very big risk to change and go to another club.
“I can understand it’s very exciting to join Arsenal, but the timing, I don’t think it’s good for him.”
- By Tony Robertson
Sancho offered return to Germany
Jadon Sancho has been offered a return to Germany with RB Leipzig in January, reports suggest.
Bild report Leipzig are interested in the winger and could table a deal in the coming weeks.
However, it is understood the 23-year-old’s £17m-a-year salary is a stumbling block to the deal.
Barcelona and Juventus are also keeping tabs on the situation.
- By Tony Robertson
Arsenal sign Real Madrid scout
Arsenal have signed former Real Madrid scout Paulo Xavier.
The Athletic report Xavier left his post in Spain – which he had held since 2017 – in order to join the Gunners.
In his role with the North London outfit, he will operate in South America with two others.
- By Joshua Jones
Man Utd takeover to happen by Christmas
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly set to complete his £1.25billion investment in Manchester United before Christmas.
But fans are being warned not to expect their stockings to be full of presents despite the billionaire's arrival.
The Ineos chief and lifelong Red Devils supporter is stumping up the mega cash for a 25 per cent stake in the Old Trafford club.
Talks have rumbled on for months but now the Daily Mail claim it could finally get over the line and announced this week in a big festive boost.
However, it will likely take between six and eight weeks for approval to come through.
And to make matters worse, the report adds that immediate big-name transfers and major improvements to Old Trafford are off the cards.
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- By Tony Robertson
Man City could step up Kimmich interest
Man City could step up their interest in signing Joshua Kimmich from Bayern Munich, talkSPORT claim.
The report suggest that City being open to letting Phillips leave may trigger them entering the market for a new midfielder.
Fulham's Joao Palhinha is one target, but £60m could be too steep a price.
Bild have also reported that Kimmich is no longer untouchable at Bayern and could be sold.
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Fulham 'frontrunners' for Andre
Fulham are reportedly the frontrunners to sign Fluminense star Andre, according to reporter Ben Jacobs.
He reports that Fluminense are asking for more than £20m but want as much as £30m.
However, there is a boost a deal can be found with Andre wanting to leave after the Club World Cup.
- By Tony Robertson
Ramsdale to Chelsea could be good to both parties – Gallas
William Gallas believes an Aaron Ramsdale transfer to Chelsea might be the best move for all parties after the England goalkeeper lost his No1 place between the sticks to David Raya.
Speaking to Lord Ping, Gallas said: “I don’t know but there’s definitely a good connection between Arsenal and Chelsea. The door between the clubs has been open for almost ten to 15 years.
“I did it and it was not an easy move and I wanted to stay in London, but the fans can get mad and I understand that.
“I don’t know if Ramsdale to Chelsea will happen but he’s not playing for Arsenal and he will certainly be very frustrated, especially after the season he had last season, so I’m not sure if his agent is in contact, but it could be a great move for Chelsea and him.
“He has to play but I don’t know if Arsenal will let him go there.
“Being a goalkeeper is not an easy position and if Ramdale moved to Chelsea, you’d have to question who’d be number one when Sanchez returned.
“That’s the problem and when you are a player you have to pray not to get injured as you know someone could take your position and you may have to wait.”
- By Tony Robertson
Chelsea have 'no intention' of allowing Noni Madueke to leave on loan
Chelsea will not allow Noni Madueke to go loan in January, according to The Athletic.
Recent reports suggested Madueke was gearing up for a loan transfer next month to get some playing time under his belt.
However, there is said to be "no desire" to sanction a move of this nature for the 21-year-old or any other first-team player.
Madueke has played just twice this season, once in the Carabao Cup and once in the Premier League.
A fitness report on Monday said the winger had now returned to full fitness amid his injury issues, meaning he could feature in tonight's Carabao Cup clash against Newcastle.
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