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The transfer window thread.

Barcelona have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Dinamo Zagreb's Dani Olmo, despite both Chelsea and Manchester United having held talks over the 21-year-old Spain forward. (Goal.com)



Hakim Ziyech's transfer hint which gives Arsenal hope of sealing £43m deal ahead of Tottenham
The Ajax playmaker has been linked with a move to Arsenal and Tottenham in the January transfer window, with the Dutch champions reportedly ready to cash in on the talented star

Hakim Ziyech has been told he can leave Ajax this month, according to reports.

The playmaker has repeatedly been linked with a move to the Premier League after his impressive performances helped Ajax reach last season's Champions League semi-final.

The Moroccan international scored three goals and provided three assists during the competition, including netting in the eventual last four defeat against Tottenham.

The 26-year-old also stood out in the 4-4 draw against Chelsea in November, which has put him firmly on the radar of clubs across Europe - including Arsenal and Spurs.

And according to Italian outlet CalcioMercato, Ziyech has been told he can leave the Amsterdam club in the current transfer window, but only if his asking price is met.

The report claims Ajax have slapped a £43 million price tag on the midfielder, which has alerted Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta.

But despite the likely fierce competition for his signature, the Gunners may have been handed an avenue to securing his services.

In an old video on Twitter, Ziyech took part in a Q&A with former Ajax teammate Justin Kluivert, now at Italian side Roma, where he revealed that it was his 'dream' to play for Arsenal.

Asked which club he'd like to play for in the future, he responded: "Well, I have two clubs. They are Arsenal and Barcelona. That is my ultimate dream."

In the same sequence of questions, Ziyech was also asked who his football idol is and revealed it is none other than Arsenal's very own Mesut Ozil.
 
Manchester United are reportedly considering a January transfer window swoop for Harry Winks.

The England international has done really well for Tottenham in recent years, but it looks like he could have a lesser role in the team following José Mourinho’s appointment as manager.

According to The Athletic, this has led to interest from Man Utd and their neighbours Emirates Marketing Project, with both clubs looking to strengthen their midfield in the near future.

Whatever about City and their appalling defence of the title, United have needed to improve their midfield for years and we can’t see Ole Gunnar Solskjaer lasting the full season if he doesn’t bring in a good addition or two this month.

The Red Devils have been linked with some similar players, such as West Ham’s Declan Rice — listed recently by GOAL as an option.
 
Exclusive: Tottenham Revive Interest in Aleksandar Mitrović Following Harry Kane Injury
Tom Gott
05 JAN 2020

Fulham have rejected a number of enquiries for striker Aleksandar Mitrović - but Tottenham Hotspur remain keen on striking a deal for the Serbian international.

The Cottagers handed Mitrović a Championship record contract worth £120,000-a-week back in July 2019 to signal their desire to keep him at Craven Cottage, and he has responded by firing 18 goals in 25 appearances so far this season.

Spurs failed with a bid for the 25-year-old late in the summer transfer window, but 90min understands that they have returned with a fresh enquiry.

The Premier League side have long been on the lookout for a backup striker, but the hamstring injury suffered by Harry Kane has accelerated their search, with Mitrović again moving back into their sights.

Fulham do not want to lose Mitrović in January as they remain in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Championship, so they have rejected Spurs' approach alongside offers from fellow English sides Everton and West Ham United.

The Cottagers have also received enquiries from Atlético Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, but they have held firm and insisted that Mitrović is not for sale in January.

However, that has not stopped Spurs, who have continued to try and convince Fulham to part ways with their star striker.

José Mourinho's side also maintain an interest in Fulham's 19-year-old right-back Steven Sessegnon, who is the twin brother of summer signing Ryan, and they would like to strike a deal which would see both Sessegnon and Mitrović move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Convincing Fulham has proven to be a tough ask. The Cottagers find themselves fifth in the Championship, but the race for the playoff spots is so tight that one poor result could see them tumble well down in the standings.

As the league's top scorer, Mitrović has been inspirational to Scott Parker's side's push for promotion, but Fulham still have work to do to fend off interest.


https://www.90min.com/posts/6530664...ic-following-harry-kane-injury?utm_source=RSS
 
Cochise said:
They won't let him go whilst being so invested in the playoff race.
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Would take silly money IMO.

Interesting player/idea. One of those where there is definitely talent, albeit somewhat enigmatic - and he seems a potentially difficult character too.

Not one I think is likely, but an interesting choice none the less.
 
nayimfromthehalfwayline said:
Exclusive: Tottenham Revive Interest in Aleksandar Mitrović Following Harry Kane Injury
Tom Gott
05 JAN 2020

Fulham have rejected a number of enquiries for striker Aleksandar Mitrović - but Tottenham Hotspur remain keen on striking a deal for the Serbian international.

The Cottagers handed Mitrović a Championship record contract worth £120,000-a-week back in July 2019 to signal their desire to keep him at Craven Cottage, and he has responded by firing 18 goals in 25 appearances so far this season.

Spurs failed with a bid for the 25-year-old late in the summer transfer window, but 90min understands that they have returned with a fresh enquiry.

The Premier League side have long been on the lookout for a backup striker, but the hamstring injury suffered by Harry Kane has accelerated their search, with Mitrović again moving back into their sights.

Fulham do not want to lose Mitrović in January as they remain in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Championship, so they have rejected Spurs' approach alongside offers from fellow English sides Everton and West Ham United.

The Cottagers have also received enquiries from Atlético Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, but they have held firm and insisted that Mitrović is not for sale in January.

However, that has not stopped Spurs, who have continued to try and convince Fulham to part ways with their star striker.

José Mourinho's side also maintain an interest in Fulham's 19-year-old right-back Steven Sessegnon, who is the twin brother of summer signing Ryan, and they would like to strike a deal which would see both Sessegnon and Mitrović move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Convincing Fulham has proven to be a tough ask. The Cottagers find themselves fifth in the Championship, but the race for the playoff spots is so tight that one poor result could see them tumble well down in the standings.

As the league's top scorer, Mitrović has been inspirational to Scott Parker's side's push for promotion, but Fulham still have work to do to fend off interest.


https://www.90min.com/posts/6530664...ic-following-harry-kane-injury?utm_source=RSS
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Please no
 
nayimfromthehalfwayline said:
Barcelona have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Dinamo Zagreb's Dani Olmo, despite both Chelsea and Manchester United having held talks over the 21-year-old Spain forward. (Goal.com)



Hakim Ziyech's transfer hint which gives Arsenal hope of sealing £43m deal ahead of Tottenham
The Ajax playmaker has been linked with a move to Arsenal and Tottenham in the January transfer window, with the Dutch champions reportedly ready to cash in on the talented star

Hakim Ziyech has been told he can leave Ajax this month, according to reports.

The playmaker has repeatedly been linked with a move to the Premier League after his impressive performances helped Ajax reach last season's Champions League semi-final.

The Moroccan international scored three goals and provided three assists during the competition, including netting in the eventual last four defeat against Tottenham.

The 26-year-old also stood out in the 4-4 draw against Chelsea in November, which has put him firmly on the radar of clubs across Europe - including Arsenal and Spurs.

And according to Italian outlet CalcioMercato, Ziyech has been told he can leave the Amsterdam club in the current transfer window, but only if his asking price is met.

The report claims Ajax have slapped a £43 million price tag on the midfielder, which has alerted Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta.

But despite the likely fierce competition for his signature, the Gunners may have been handed an avenue to securing his services.

In an old video on Twitter, Ziyech took part in a Q&A with former Ajax teammate Justin Kluivert, now at Italian side Roma, where he revealed that it was his 'dream' to play for Arsenal.

Asked which club he'd like to play for in the future, he responded: "Well, I have two clubs. They are Arsenal and Barcelona. That is my ultimate dream."

In the same sequence of questions, Ziyech was also asked who his football idol is and revealed it is none other than Arsenal's very own Mesut Ozil.
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Would happily have this guy in the team instead of Moura. IMO he was Ajax's best player in all of Ajax's CL games that I saw last season. Unless we're rolling in transfer funds though I think this position comes a long way behind a defensive midfield player, centre half, full backs back up centre forward and new goalkeeper on our list of priorities I'd say.
 
nayimfromthehalfwayline said:
Would take silly money IMO.

Interesting player/idea. One of those where there is definitely talent, albeit somewhat enigmatic - and he seems a potentially difficult character too.

Not one I think is likely, but an interesting choice none the less.
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Indeed. I don't think we have that sort of money to be spending on a reserve for Kane. While Harry is here we either have to take an older player in the last few years of his career or luck out on a young player just making his way in the game.
 
Don't do it to yourselves people, we've seen this move several times before

"You don't get much value in January"
"No top players move in January"

Levy has already sent out the movie trailer after all:

“The problem we have at the moment is there’s a mismatch in people’s expectations on prices and what clubs can actually afford to spend. That’s why you are seeing a reduction in the number of transactions. If you have a transfer that’s £80million, everybody else thinks their player is worth £80m.

“That’s fine if there’s enough money to go around, but if there isn’t enough money what ends up happening is the clubs that want to sell for £80m don’t get a buyer. The market stops, there’s no liquidity. There’s a limited amount of liquidity in the market and that’s why we’ve found it more difficult to do transactions, but we are not on our own.”

https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/fo...t-negotiator-best-for-tottenham-a4317866.html
 
glorygloryeze said:
Don't do it to yourselves people, we've seen this move several times before

"You don't get much value in January"
"No top players move in January"

Levy has already sent out the movie trailer after all:
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Well if that is the case will it stop you from bitching about Levy ( as usual) seeing as you know how it will turn out.
 
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