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:

Report: Barcelona fear losing Samuel Umtiti to Manchester United
Manchester United are reportedly tempted to make a move for French centre-back Samuel Umtiti, who has a £54m release clause inserted in his Barcelona contract. Read more.

Ipswich Town keeper Bartosz Bialkowski on Crystal Palace radar?
A report claims that Roy Hodgson has enquired about the availability of Ipswich Town's Bartosz Bialkowski, while Tottenham Hotspur deputy Michel Vorm is another option. Read more.

Report: Inter Milan closely monitoring Henrikh Mkhitaryan
A report claims that Inter Milan are tempted to make a move for Manchester United's Henrikh Mkhitaryan, while Gerard Deulofeu and Javier Pastore are other options. Read more.

Agent: 'Diafra Sakho seeking West Ham United exit'
Diafra Sakho's agent Thierno Seydi says that the West Ham United striker wants to quit the club in January and join a team that "puts more faith in him". Read more.

Newcastle United, Bournemouth want Benfica striker Chris Willock?
Newcastle United and Bournemouth may make a loan approach for Chris Willock in the winter window, six months on from the youngster quitting Arsenal to join Benfica. Read more.

Atletico Madrid chief: 'Barcelona failed with Saul Niguez bid'
Barcelona tried to sign Saul Niguez in the summer but were a few days too late to trigger his release clause, according to Atletico Madrid chief Miguel Angel Gil Martin. Read more.

Marco Silva: 'No players will be leaving Watford in January'
Watford manager Marco Silva reiterates that he intends to keep his playing squad intact come the end of the January transfer window. Read more.

Reece Oxford recalled from Borussia Monchengladbach loan
West Ham United manager David Moyes says that he "will take a look at" Reece Oxford after cutting short the young Englishman's loan spell with Borussia Monchengladbach. Read more.

Mauricio Pochettino: 'Impossible to value Harry Kane'
Mauricio Pochettino is unwilling to place a price tag on striker Harry Kane, who he hopes to see finish his career at Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.

Sheffield United striker Leon Clarke signs new contract
Sheffield United announce that Leon Clarke, who leads the Championship scoring charts this season, is now under contract at Bramall Lane until 2020. Read more.

Antonio Conte: 'Important Chelsea keep Eden Hazard, Thibaut Courtois'
Antonio Conte reveals that he has held a "private conversation" with Eden Hazard, as the forward and teammate Thibaut Courtois continue to be linked with a move away. Read more.

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson rules out Wilfried Zaha sale
Roy Hodgson has been 'given assurances' by Crystal Palace's owners and chairman that star man Wilfried Zaha will not be sold during the January transfer window. Read more.

Slavisa Jokanovic: 'Ryan Sessegnon future out of my hands'
Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic believes that Ryan Sessegnon made a "fantastic decision" in snubbing a summer exit, but admits the youngster may be on his way in January. Read more.

Everton 'send team to Turkey to revive Cenk Tosun deal'
A report claims that three other clubs have shown an interest in Cenk Tosun, which has forced Everton into action to get a deal over the line. Read more.

Real Madrid to beat Manchester City to Alexis Sanchez?
Real Madrid are reportedly lining up a move for Arsenal winger Alexis Sanchez in a potential deal that could see the Spaniards beat Manchester City to his signature. Read more.

Manchester United tracking Napoli midfielder Jorginho?
Manchester United are allegedly tracking Napoli midfielder Jorginho as the club look to secure a replacement for Michael Carrick. Read more.

Barcelona leaking Philippe Coutinho transfer details?
Barcelona are reportedly leaking information about a transfer for Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho in a bid to sign the Brazilian in the transfer window. Read more.

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil 'gives Barcelona two conditions'
Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil reportedly tells Barcelona that two conditions must be met if he is to sign for the Catalan giants. Read more.

Manchester United close to completing deal for Barcelona midfielder Andre Gomes?
Manchester United are reportedly close to completing a deal to sign midfielder Andre Gomes from Barcelona. Read more.

Chelsea defender David Luiz prefers Barcelona move over Real Madrid?
Chelsea defender David Luiz reportedly prefers to join Barcelona over a switch to Real Madrid, if he is allowed to leave Stamford Bridge. Read more.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp 'resigned to Emre Can exit'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp reportedly gives up hope of convincing Emre Can to remain at Anfield past the end of the season. Read more.

Schalke 04 midfielder Leon Goretzka 'to announce Liverpool move'
Schalke 04 midfielder Leon Goretzka reportedly decides to join Liverpool on a free transfer in the summer. Read more.

Eden Hazard 'rejects' new Chelsea deal
Winger Eden Hazard turns down the offer of a new contract at Chelsea, according to his father Thierry. Read more.

Premier League quartet considering move for Atletico Madrid's Nicolas Gaitan?
Atletico Madrid winger Nicolas Gaitan is reportedly attracting interest from four clubs in the Premier League ahead of the January transfer window. Read more.

Barcelona 'to sell five players to sign Philippe Coutinho, Antoine Griezmann?
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to sell five players in order to fund the signings of Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho and Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann. Read more.

Peterborough duo Jack Marriott, Marcus Maddison 'unlikely' to join Leeds United
Peterborough United duo Jack Marriott and Marcus Maddison are unlikely to join Leeds United, according to chairman Darragh MacAnthony. Read more.

Wolfsburg want permanent deal for Liverpool forward Divock Origi
Wolfsburg are keen on securing a permanent deal for Liverpool forward Divock Origi, who is currently spending a year on loan at the Bundesliga side. Read more.

West Ham United keen to sign Stoke City midfielder Joe Allen?
West Ham United manager David Moyes reportedly shows an interest in signing Stoke City midfielder Joe Allen during the January transfer window. Read more.

Arsenal, Manchester City to battle for West Brom defender Jonny Evans?
Arsenal and Manchester City are reportedly ready to do battle for West Bromwich defender Jonny Evans in the January transfer window. Read more.