Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal striker twist; Man Utd done deal; shock Chelsea move; Liverpool latest

Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all continue to push for new signings after the summer window as January quickly moves into view. Arsenal have been handed a fresh boost over Julian Alvarez after Deco admitted that Barcelona’s long-running pursuit of the striker is over, while the Gunners continue to be linked with a host of other players including Liverpool sensation Rio Ngumoha and Iago Machado.

Manchester United will confirm the signing of Isaac Konde from Liverpool in a transfer coup, while Deco has also insisted that Barcelona are not interested in raiding Old Trafford for JJ Gabriel. Chelsea are expected to move again for Alex Scott soon, while they are also said to have a shock interest in Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov.

Liverpool are rumoured to be considering a surprise swoop for Jarrad Branthwaite as they contemplate the return of Tyler Morton, with Tottenham potentially reigniting their interest in Morgan Gibbs-White and could now battle Chelsea in the race for Italy defender Giorgio Scalvini. Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Man Utd raid Liverpool for Isaac Konde deal

Manchester United have raided Liverpool for the signing of highly-rated youth talent Isaac Konde.

The versatile 16-year-old winger is heading to Old Trafford on an initial one-year scholarship contract that will be followed by a five-year professional deal, per The Athletic.

Man Utd look to be stepping up their academy recruitment drive once again, having this week confirmed the arrival of 17-year-old midfielder Karim Cassim from rivals Manchester City.

Konde is expected to go straight into Darren Fletcher’s Under-18s squad and is another significant loss from the youth ranks for Liverpool, who saw England U16s striker Vincent Joseph join Arsenal last week.

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Arsenal handed major Julian Alvarez boost

Arsenal look to have been handed a huge new boost over Julian Alvarez.

The Gunners tried to pull off a blockbuster deal for Atletico Madrid’s wantaway Argentine striker during the final weeks of a busy summer transfer window, but ultimately could not get it over the line.

Alvarez was very public in his desire to complete a dream move to LaLiga rivals Barcelona, but it seems that a switch to the Camp Nou is no longer an option for the ex-Manchester City star moving forward.

"The idea has always been to bring in a forward with good movement and the ability to link ​up with others, and Julian (Alvarez) was one such player," Barcelona’s sporting director Deco told the Portugal Football Summit this week.

"It hasn't been possible; we made an offer... the ​club has always said they wouldn't sell him, so we have to look for other solutions.

"Julian is in the past; we have to look ahead, and we're happy. I hope he's doing well too, that he's helping his club.”

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Garner makes Man Utd admission

England midfielder James Garner says he is “more than happy that I left” Manchester United to join Everton.

Garner’s bright start to the season with Everton has seen him recalled to the England squad for the first time since his debut call-up in March.

England head coach Thomas Tuchel had said in May that he was close to making his 26-man squad for the World Cup.

Garner spent nine years in United’s academy from 2009 until 2018, when he briefly broke into the first team at Old Trafford.

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'Carrick Man Utd job in danger'

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has, this week, seen his odds of becoming the first managerial casualty of the season slashed by betting sites.

And now there's talk of his replacement.

According to Italian publication Calciomercato, former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Antonio Conte is currently in ‘pole position’ to take the United job if Carrick is sacked in the coming months.

Antonio Conte is reportedly on Man Utd’s shortlist if Michael Carrick is sacked

The report also states there has been initial contact to assess Conte's availability.

Conte has been out of work since leaving Napoli at the end of last season. It has been suggested that he would return to the Italy national team, but that position has since been filled by Roberto Mancini.

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Ngumoha ‘contract latest’ amid Arsenal links

The Athletic have reported that Rio Ngumoha’s future is something for incoming Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward to address.

As the young winger turned 18 last month, it means Liverpool need to get him committed to a long-term contract beyond the maximum three-year first pro deal he signed last September.

While, Ngumoha’s current deal expires in 2028, the aforementioned report states discussions with his representatives are ongoing.

This development comes hot on the heels of The Athletic’s David Ornstein’s claim that Arsenal are among a number of clubs said to “like” the player.

“I think there is some interest from Arsenal in Rio Ngumoha,” Ornstein told The Athletic FC podcast. “There’s interest from a lot of clubs in him. I did hear over the summer that Arsenal like him.

“They are allowed to like him… it doesn’t mean Liverpool will sell him. They want to renew his contract.”

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Calvert-Lewin to Manchester United?

Manchester United have decided against making a move for Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin in January.

After a midfield overhaul in the summer, the expectation is for United to do the same in defence in future transfer windows. However, it would appear they also want to bolster their attacking options.

Calvert-Lewin has emerged as a potential target for the Red Devils, but Football Insider are reporting there is nothing in the links with the recently-recalled England international.

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Chelsea still in for Scott

Alex Scott remains on Chelsea's radar ahead of the January transfer window.

Scott, who rejected a new contract offer from Bournemouth in the summer, has been a long time target for Chelsea and was subject of a bid worth £64million in July.

While that offer was knocked back, it has not deterred the Blues.

According to CaughtOffside, Chelsea have been holding internal discussions over central midfield targets for the January transfer window.

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Chelsea eye move for Man City defender

According to CaughtOffside, Chelsea are ‘keeping a close eye on’ Manchester City’s Abdukodir Khusanov ahead of the winter transfer window.

The report claims despite Khusanov recently signing a new Man City contract, it remains to be seen if he will continue to be a regular starter under new head coach Enzo Maresca.

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Arsenal deal confirmed

Emily Fox has signed a new Arsenal contract

Fox said: “I’m so happy to be extending my stay here. This has felt like home since the moment I joined, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to continue to represent this club and compete for titles.

“To be a part of Arsenal is to be a part of something bigger, and I feel like I’m in the best place to keep pushing for more.”

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Dele Alli next move 'revealed' as London club confirms interest

Barnet boss Dean Brennan has opened the door for Dele Alli to train with the League Two leaders, insisting he would be “mad not to take him” if the former England midfielder wants a route back into football.

Dele, 30, has been using Barnet's training facilities to maintain his fitness as he searches for his next club after leaving Como last year.

Brennan revealed the doors are open for Dele to train with his squad and offered the midfielder the chance to use Barnet as a platform to rebuild his career.

“If I do a Harry Redknapp and pull him back in, like Paolo Di Canio, no issue whatsoever,” Brennan said.

“Everyone deserves a second chance in life. At our football club we have lots of lads that train with us that are out of contract and if Dele wants to come train with us the doors are open. He can use us to get fit and train with the group.”

Brennan was responding after Dele posted a video of him training at Barnet's facilities, where he has been working individually as he attempts to regain his sharpness.

And the latest job offer comes as Indian Super League team Odisha FC tweeted at GIF of Dele, prompting suggestions that the former England international could have already agreed his next move.