The transfer window may be closed, but rumours and speculation continue to swirl as Manchester City eye possible January reinforcements.

The champions have suffered injury problems in defence during the first half of the campaign and could look to strengthen in that area as they bid to win a third straight Premier League crown and challenge for the Champions League.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Etihad.

Friday morning's headlines:

Manchester City, Bayern Munich keen on Rangers starlet?
Manchester City and Bayern Munich reportedly identify Rangers youngster Kai Kennedy as a potential transfer target. Read more.

Bayern Munich 'still expect to sign Manchester City forward Leroy Sane'
Bayern Munich reportedly still expect to complete a deal for Manchester City forward Leroy Sane in next summer's transfer window. Read more.

Manchester City preparing Kalidou Koulibaly approach?
Manchester City are reportedly preparing a bid for Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly ahead of next summer's transfer window. Read more.

Liverpool, Man City 'submit bids for Sebastiano Esposito'
Inter Milan forward Sebastiano Esposito is reportedly the subject of offers from Liverpool and Manchester City. Read more.

Manchester City to sign Samuel Umtiti in January?
Barcelona centre-back Samuel Umtiti could join Manchester City in a £46m deal next month, according to a report. Read more.