The transfer window is now open in Europe, and there are many moves in the works and rumors circulating out there. Transfer Talk brings you the latest news on rumours, comings and goings and of course, closed deals!
TOP STORY: Arsenal eyes Zubimendi move
Arsenal are among the many teams in Europe interested in signing the Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendiaccording to Mundo Deportivo.
The La Liga side were reportedly hoping for a quiet winter transfer window, but interest in the Spain international is starting to pick up, especially given the 24-year-old's €60m release clause.
The Gunners, who were linked with Zubimendi in the summer, are said to be one of “several” top Premier League teams interested in his services, with manager Mikel Arteta seeing him as an ideal midfield option.
But with Zubimendi set to play in Real Sociedad's UEFA Champions League round of 16 against Paris Saint-Germain next month, he could face a difficult decision if his release clause is activated.
He scored in the 1-1 LaLiga draw against Alavés earlier in the year in what was his 19th league game of the season, as well as featuring in the final two Euro qualifiers with Spain in November.
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PAPER GOSSIP
– Bayern Munich midfielder. Joshua Kimmich is set to leave the club in the summer, reports Sky Sports Germany's Kerry Hau. The 28-year-old has recently been on Paris Saint-Germain's radar, but it is reported that he would prefer a move to the Premier League or LaLiga. He has previously been linked with both Barcelona and Manchester City.
– Several MLS clubs are interested in signing the AC Milan forward Olivier Giroud, reports the Gazzetta dello Sport. The 37-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and, although there appears to be initial interest in signing him, it is reported that he will not make his decision until the spring. . The French international has contributed to 14 goals in 16 games in Serie A this season.
– Juventus is willing to go to the extreme Philip Kostic if they receive the right offer, reveals the Gazzetta dello Sport. Saudi Arabian clubs have reportedly been linked with the 31-year-old, who could be sacked as the bianconeros seek to manage your financial situation. So far this season, he has recorded four assists in 17 league games while playing as a full-back and midfielder.
– Several Premier League clubs are monitoring the Bayer Leverkusen full-back Jeremie Frimpong, writes Football Insider. Aston Villa are believed to view the 23-year-old as a potential reinforcement if they qualify for the Champions League, although they could face competition from Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United. Frimpong has continued his impressive form from last season, having contributed to 11 goals in 16 Bundesliga games.
– Sevilla seeks to get ahead of Everton in the race for the Manchester United midfielder Hannibal Mejbri, reports the Athletic. Manager Erik ten Hag is interested in the 20-year-old leaving Old Trafford on loan to earn some first-team minutes this winter, and the Toffees look set to face strong competition from the LaLiga club.
– New talks have been scheduled between Internazionale and the forward's representatives. Lautaro Martinez, says Calciomercato. The Serie A club are interested in signing the 26-year-old Argentina international and have prepared an offer worth €10 million per season. Both sides are believed to be interested in approving the new contract, although it is not guaranteed to be announced this month.
