Aston Villa considering moves for Jean-Philippe Mateta and Tammy Abraham, Manchester United reject Ajax’s approach for Manuel Ugarte, and Bournemouth determined to retain Marcos Senesi.
Aston Villa are reportedly weighing up a potential acquisition of 28-year-old Crystal Palace and France international striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. Concurrently, Crystal Palace are said to be exploring a move for Villa’s 24-year-old Ivory Coast international, Evann Guessand. (Athletic – subscription required), external
Aston Villa are also intensifying their pursuit of Roma striker Tammy Abraham, currently on loan at Besiktas. Club representatives were reportedly present in Istanbul on Monday to observe the 28-year-old England international. (Sky Sports), external
Reports indicate that Ajax have enquired about a loan move for 24-year-old Manuel Ugarte, as they seek to bolster their defensive midfield options. However, Manchester United are reportedly not inclined to part with the Uruguay international. (Athletic – subscription required), external
According to sources, Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovac has emerged as a potential candidate for Manchester United‘s managerial position. However, England head coach Thomas Tuchel and Marseille’s Roberto de Zerbi are reportedly the frontrunners for the role. (Mirror), external
Inter Milan are said to be considering a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 33. However, the Argentina international would reportedly need to accept a wage reduction to facilitate a transfer next summer. (Sky Sports), external
Bournemouth are reportedly determined to fend off any potential offers for Marcos Senesi, 28, during this transfer window. Chelsea, Juventus, and Barcelona are among the clubs that have reportedly shortlisted the Argentina centre-back as a possible target. (Talksport), external
Leon Bailey’s loan spell at Roma has reportedly been terminated, with the 28-year-old Jamaica international winger returning to Aston Villa. (Sky Sports – in Italian), external
Fulham are reportedly in competition with Wolfsburg and Real Betis for the signature of Republic of Ireland international forward Troy Parrott, 23, currently with AZ Alkmaar, in the summer transfer window. (Independent), external
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard is reportedly a strong contender to succeed Oliver Glasner as Crystal Palace manager. The club is also said to be interested in Getafe’s Jose Bordalas and Rayo Vallecano’s Inigo Perez. (Talksport), external
Sunderland reportedly have no intention of selling DR Congo international midfielder Noah Sadiki, 21, to Manchester United. However, they are reportedly open to considering offers for fringe players such as English goalkeeper Anthony Patterson, 25, and former England Under-20 midfielder Dan Neil, 24. (Sun), external
Everton have reportedly made inquiries regarding the availability of Sunderland’s 25-year-old French striker Wilson Isidor, as they seek to reinforce their attacking options. (Mirror), external
Sheffield Wednesday’s 17-year-old English defender Yisa Alao is reportedly nearing a January transfer to Premier League side Chelsea. (Sheffield Star), external
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