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.

Sunday morning's headlines:

Manchester City 'to hand Fernandinho new contract'
Manchester City are keen to hand experienced midfielder Fernandinho a new 12-month contract, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City 'eye swoop for American teenager'
Manchester City are eyeing a move Borussia Dortmund's 16-year-old attacker Giovanni Reyna, according to a report. Read more.

News Extra: Silva's 'time running out', Rodri's Liverpool praise, Lukaku "getting better"
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Marco Silva's precarious position at Everton, Rodri's surprise comments about Liverpool and Didier Drogba's praise for Romelu Lukaku. Read more.

News Extra: Kane told to quit Spurs, Wenger happy to watch, Solskjaer "struggling"
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Glen Johnson's advice for Harry Kane, Arsene Wenger's future career prospects and Robin van Persie's assessment of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Read more.

Manchester City to rival Manchester United for Ruben Dias?
Manchester City reportedly join Manchester United in the race to complete a deal for Benfica defender Ruben Dias. Read more.