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.

Saturday morning's headlines:

News Extra: Pogba 'not fit enough', De Ligt denies being overweight, Fergie pushing for McGinn
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Arsene Wenger's comments on Paul Pogba, Matthijs de Ligt weight denial and Sir Alex Ferguson's rumoured transfer advice for United. Read more.

News Extra: Maddison tipped for Liverpool, 'No quick fix' for United, Everton 'consider Ten Hag'
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Steve McMahon's prediction of James Maddison's future, Owen Hargreaves's comments on the situation at Manchester United and a possible new boss for Everton. Read more.

Chelsea to battle Tottenham Hotspur for Linfield teen?
Chelsea are reportedly attempting to hijack Tottenham Hotspur's move for Linfield's teenage attacking midfielder Charlie Allen, with Manchester City also interested. Read more.