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.

Friday morning's headlines:

Report: Manchester City to open talks over new Raheem Sterling contract
Manchester City are set to open talks with in-form winger and club top scorer Raheem Sterling over a new contract, according to a report. Read more.

Watford boss Marco Silva "realistic" over Richarlison future
Watford head coach Marco Silva says that he is "realistic" over the future of Richarlison, who is said to be attracting interest from bigger clubs in England. Read more.

Germany chief Oliver Bierhoff: 'Emre Can likely to leave Liverpool'
Germany chief Oliver Bierhoff says that Liverpool midfielder Emre Can has a "60% to 80%" chance of joining Juventus during the summer. Read more.

Steve Bruce hopes to bring in another striker on loan
Steve Bruce reveals that he will look to bring another striker to Aston Vila on loan when the transfer window reopens in the New Year. Read more.

Keylor Navas: "I don't have to prove anything to anyone"
Keylor Navas insists that he "does not have to prove anything to anyone" after seeing his position as Real Madrid number one called into question. Read more.

Antoine Griezmann to push for Barcelona move in January?
Atletico Madrid ace Antoine Griezmann is reportedly concerned that Barcelona will look elsewhere for a striker in the summer, despite already agreeing personal terms. Read more.

Premier League clubs competing for Kevin Gameiro signature?
Tottenham Hotspur are one of three sides interested in signing Atletico Madrid ace Kevin Gameiro in January, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'readying £31m bid for Bryan Cristante'
A report claims that Manchester United are eyeing up a summer move for Bryan Cristante, who is on loan at Atalanta BC from Portuguese club Benfica. Read more.

David Silva signs Manchester City contract extension
David Silva signs a one-year contract extension with Manchester City, keeping him in place until 2020 - a full decade after joining from Valencia. Read more.

Barcelona to sell Ivan Rakitic if Philippe Coutinho arrives at Camp Nou?
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to sell midfielder Ivan Rakitic if they are successful in signing Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho. Read more.

Manchester United to offer new deal to Ashley Young?
Manchester United are reportedly keen to extend Ashley Young's contract by an extra 12 months after the midfielder's recent impressive form. Read more.

Barcelona identify Chelsea midfielder Willian as backup target?
Barcelona will reportedly move for Chelsea midfielder Willian if they fail to complete a deal for Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho. Read more.

Manchester United 'cool interest in Gareth Bale, Antoine Griezmann'
Manchester United reportedly cool their interest in Gareth Bale and Antoine Griezmann due to the improving form of Anthony Martial. Read more.

Daley Blind 'fears Manchester United axe'
Manchester United defender Daley Blind is reportedly 'fearful' that he will be sold by Jose Mourinho next summer. Read more.

Alan Pardew to move for Danny Ings?
New West Bromwich Albion manager Alan Pardew is reportedly considering a January move for Liverpool striker Danny Ings. Read more.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic to sign new deal with Manchester United?
Zlatan Ibrahimovic could reportedly be set to extend his stay at Manchester United for a further season. Read more.