Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal target Brazil wonderkid; Man Utd twist; new Chelsea target; Camara to Liverpool

Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham are getting their ducks in a row with the January transfer window drawing steadily closer. Arsenal are said to have made an approach for Eli Junior Kroupi and set their sights on a youngster dazzling in the Brazilian youth ranks. The Gunners are also rumoured to have their eyes fixed on Julian Alvarez, Kim Min-jae, Antonio Nusa and Alberto Costa.

Manchester United are pondering a shock swoop for Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, while they could yet battle Chelsea and Arsenal for Jacobo Ramon. Michael Carrick remains under pressure, too. Chelsea could strike a deal for Alex Scott before the New Year, while they are also being linked with a stunning move for Trent Alexander-Arnold. Liverpool are believed to have made contact over a deal for Lamine Camara, who missed out on a late switch to Stamford Bridge in dramatic fashion on Deadline Day.

Tottenham could target the likes of Ibrahim Maza, Nicolo Tresoldi and Alex Freeman, though they will not receive any further funds for Harry Kane despite his Ballon d’Or win this week. Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Alonso rules out Estevao loan after squad decision

Xabi Alonso has insisted Estevao is not available for loan in January.

The Brazilian has been peripheral at Chelsea this season, but has been handed a surprise start as the Blues host Man United this afternoon.

It has been reported that Estevao’s frustration with his situation had led club’s to enquire about potential January transfers, but speaking on Friday, Alonso ruled that out unequivocally.

“No discussions about that,” Alonso said at his pre-match press conference. “It’s no secret that all players want to be on the pitch.

“When any of them haven’t had enough minutes because of my decision, I have to take the responsibility for that. But everyone has to be ready because in any game they could be important. Este, his training and his attitude has been good.”

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Judgement day for Carrick

Michael Carrick could find himself back on the chopping block today.

Man Utd are in action in the early kick-off today, visiting Chelsea as they look to nix what is now an eight-match winless run.

Fail to win and the under-pressure head coach will surely be back under the microscope, with his job already thought to be in serious doubt.

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Arsenal size up move for Brazil wonderkid

Arsenal have set their sights on Cruzeiro’s Eduardo Pape as a transfer target.

Per TeamTalk, Mikel Arteta wants to add another high-profile young talent to the Gunners’ books and is prepared to rival Bayern Munich and Newcastle for his signature.

At 17, central-midfielder Pape has yet to make his senior debut for Cruzeiro but has impressed scouts with his performances in the club’s youth ranks.

Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd want Jacobo Ramon

Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United could all do battle for the signing of Jacobo Ramon.

The young Spanish centre-back has been integral to Como’s remarkable Serie A rise under Cesc Fabregas, scoring in the 4-1 demolition of United in the Champions League last week.

Links between Ramon and the Premier League are certainly nothing new, with the Daily Mail now suggesting that Chelsea are the latest club to show a keen interest in his services.

It has been claimed elsewhere that Arsenal and United are also keeping a very close eye on his progress in Italy.

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Liverpool make new contact over Lamine Camara

Liverpool are trying to beat Chelsea to a deal for Lamine Camara.

The Senegal midfielder was poised to move to Stamford Bridge for £47.1m on transfer deadline day in the summer as Xabi Alonso looked to quickly replace Enzo Fernandez, only for Monaco to unexpectedly pull the plug at the 11th hour.

Chelsea are said to remain interested in Camara, who also has admirers at Anfield.

According to The Sun, Liverpool have now made further contact with the player’s camp and asked to be kept closely informed of any developments moving forward.

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Chelsea target surprise Trent Alexander-Arnold deal

Talking of shock transfers, Trent Alexander-Arnold could reportedly be keen on joining Chelsea.

The versatile England right-back has seen his dream Real Madrid move sour somewhat in recent months as he’s fallen down the Bernabeu pecking order under Jose Mourinho.

Alexander-Arnold has been linked with a sensational return to Liverpool in recent weeks, but now it’s being suggested that Chelsea are interested in a deal.

According to Football Insider, he could be tempted by a switch to Stamford Bridge.

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Man Utd eye shock Dominic Calvert-Lewin swoop

Manchester United are said to be considering a shock move for Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

The struggling Red Devils are in desperate need of more firepower, with Benjamin Sesko ruled out until January with his lingering shin injury.

According to The Athletic, United are exploring a surprise swoop for Leeds and England frontman Calvert-Lewin, who has scored five times so far this term and is under contract at Elland Road until the summer of 2028.

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Arsenal make Eli Junior Kroupi move

Arsenal have made an approach for Eli Junior Kroupi, reports claim.

The French forward was believed to be a key target for the Gunners in the summer transfer window after a fantastic debut season at Bournemouth, yet any transfer plans were scuppered by a foot injury that required surgery.

However, Kroupi is now back in action and the rumour mill is once again going into overdrive, with CaughtOffside reporting that Arsenal have made early enquiries over his potential availability - along with Manchester United.

However, it is being claimed that Bournemouth will not entertain the prospect of any sale until next summer.

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ICYMI: Arsenal see Dowman appeal dismissed

Arsenal have been dealt a huge blow after their appeal over Max Dowman’s red card was dismissed.

Mikel Arteta’s men were beaten on penalties by their League Two opponents, who had taken a shock lead in the first half through striker Aaron Loupalo-Bi, who put the fourth-tier hosts ahead against the odds.

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West Ham fans react to bizarre first-team photo

West Ham fans were confused on Thursday when the Hammers’ first-team squad photo was revealed.

The Irons published the shot on their social media channels, with manager Nuno Espirito Santo sporting a plain expression as he was flanked by club captain Jarrod Bowen and summer signing Arne Engels to both sides.

The photograph captured all the Championship side’s stars, from Tomas Soucek to Konstantinos Mavropanos, but Hammers supporters were perplexed at the sight of three stars who have hardly played a minute all season.