The winter transfer window is now open in Europe, and there are plenty of moves in the works and rumors floating around. Transfer Talk brings you the latest news on rumours, comings and goings and of course, closed deals!
TOP STORY: Man United eyeing Yoro deal
Manchester United joins Bayern Munich in search of Lille defender leny yoroaccording to Sky Sports Deutschland Florian Plettenberg.
The Red Devils are reportedly interested in defensive reinforcements as they search for young replacements for an aging backline. Yoro, 18, has attracted the attention of several top clubs in Europe and with the defender only under contract until 2025, Lille could be forced to part ways with the teenager to ensure he does not leave as a free agent next year. .
There has been little indication that Yoro will extend his contract with the Ligue 1 club, which could force Lille to facilitate his exit. While Yoro is not expected to depart in January, it seems likely that the situation will change over the summer.
The report states that United have been keeping a close eye on Yoro for months, with the Frenchman being one of several defensive targets the fallen Premier League giants have identified. However, getting Yoro's signature will not be an easy task.
As well as United, Bayern are also said to be interested in the youngster. The Bavarian club could face a defensive reorganization during the summer, with Matthijs de Ligt linked with a move away from the German champions, which would only increase the need for defensive additions.
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PAPER GOSSIP
– Turin Alessandro Buongiorno is attracting interest from Bayern Munich, while Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan are also interested in the defender, reports Foot Mercato. While Bayern have interest, the report suggests the Bundesliga club are behind AC Milan in the race for the centre-back. The 24-year-old is reportedly interested in a move to San Siro, while Milan prepare a €25 million bid, which would also include the striker. lorenzo colombia move to Turin.
– Chelsea will not seek to reach an agreement for the Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres, despite rumors of a move, the Mirror suggests. While the outlet says the Blues are keen to bring a high-profile striker to Stamford Bridge, they have no intention of repeating previous transfer windows, which have left the west London side with a bloated squad following periods of big spending. .
– West Ham United could try to reach an agreement in January for the Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, reports Football Insider. The report reveals that this would depend on facilitating the exit of the center Nayef Aguerd, with West Ham willing to allow the 27-year-old to leave the club just 18 months after joining. Aguerd has reportedly attracted the attention of the Saudi Pro League, which could allow the Premier League side to agree a deal for Chalobah.
– Marseille have made a loan offer, with the option to become permanent, for the West Ham winger Said Benrahma, suggests Foot Mercato. This offer was reportedly rejected by West Ham, and Marseille are not the only club showing interest in the Algerian international. In addition to the French team, Brentford, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Lyon are interested in the 28-year-old, who could leave the London Stadium this month.
– Atalanta studies exercising the clause to make Charles De Ketelaere permanent loan period, according to Calciomercato. The 22-year-old has scored seven goals and five assists in all competitions this season, which could tempt Atalanta to exercise an option to make the Belgian's loan permanent, for €23 million. AC Milan have struggled to find a role for the attacking midfielder, and a permanent deal could suit all parties.
