The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.
Saturday morning's headlines:
Darren Fletcher close to triggering one-year contract extension clause
West Bromwich Albion manager Tony Pulis reveals that captain Darren Fletcher is closing in on a clause in his contract that guarantees him a 12-month extension. Read more.
Xherdan Shaqiri hints at Stoke City exit "in near future"
Stoke City attacker Xherdan Shaqiri says that it would be "silly" to say he wants to retire at the club and outlines his desire for Champions League football. Read more.
Lionel Messi in talks with Barcelona over new contract
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi opens talks with the club over a new contract despite his current deal running until 2018. Read more.
Liverpool 'eyeing up Franck Kessie swoop'
Liverpool are reportedly the latest team to enter the race for in-demand youngster Franck Kessie from Atalanta BC. Read more.
Antonio Conte: 'Andrea Pirlo not joining Chelsea'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte pours cold water on suggestions that New York City FC midfielder Andrea Pirlo could be moving to Stamford Bridge. Read more.
Report: Arsenal eye AS Monaco youngster Gabriel Boschilia
A report claims that Arsenal are monitoring the development of AS Monaco attacker Gabriel Boschilia. Read more.
Antonio Conte refuses to discuss Alexis Sanchez
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte refuses to discuss a potential move for Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez out of respect to the Gunners. Read more.
Odion Ighalo wants John Obi Mikel to join him at Watford
Watford striker Odion Ighalo calls on his club to move for Chelsea midfielder and fellow Nigerian John Obi Mikel in the January transfer window. Read more.
Antonio Conte: 'Cesc Fabregas will not be sold'
Chelsea will not sell Cesc Fabregas in the January transfer window, insists Blues head coach Antonio Conte. Read more.
Report: Fenerbahce want Chelsea's Oscar on loan
A report claims that Turkish giants Fenerbahce want to sign Chelsea midfielder Oscar on loan in the January transfer window. Read more.
Carlos Tevez: 'My future is undecided'
Boca Juniors forward Carlos Tevez admits that he could move to China at the start of 2017, but is also considering retiring from the game. Read more.
Everton 'consider Demarai Gray swoop'
A report claims that Everton are eyeing a move for Leicester City winger Demarai Gray in the January transfer window. Read more.
Report: Manchester United lead Stefan de Vrij race
A report claims that Manchester United lead the race to sign Lazio centre-back Stefan de Vrij at the end of the season. Read more.
Leicester City's Leonardo Ulloa 'attracting interest from Chinese Super League'
Leicester City striker Leonardo Ulloa is reportedly wanted by clubs in the Chinese Super League. Read more.
Paul Lambert planning Wolverhampton Wanderers squad shakeup
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Paul Lambert reveals that he is planning a significant overhaul of his squad in the January transfer window. Read more.
Mick McCarthy: "No chance" of Daryl Murphy return
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy says that there is "no chance" of Daryl Murphy returning to the club on loan from Newcastle United. Read more.
Steve Bruce has one Aston Villa signing "in the bag"
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce reveals that he already has one January signing "in the bag", with another deal close to being agreed. Read more.
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes wants permanent deal for goalkeeper Lee Grant
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes says that he wants to sign goalkeeper Lee Grant on a permanent deal when his loan from Derby County expires at the end of the season. Read more.
Rangers keen on Aston Villa youngster Rushian Hepburn-Murphy?
Rangers are reportedly pondering a move for Aston Villa teenager Rushian Hepburn-Murphy. Read more.
Manchester United winger Ashley Young wanted by four Premier League clubs?
Four Premier League clubs are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United winger Ashley Young. Read more.
