Brighton's De Zerbi favourite to replace Xavi at Barcelona
Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi is being considered the favourite candidate to replace Xavi as the next Barcelona manager in the summer, according to the Daily Mail.
Xavi announced on Saturday after Barcelona's defeat against Villarreal that he would quit the club at the end of the ongoing season.
Motta responds to speculation about him replacing Xavi
Former Barcelona player and current Bologna boss Thiago Motta has responded to speculations about him replacing Xavi as the next Blaugrana boss.
Speaking to Sky Sports Italia, Motta said, "That is sad, he was doing a great job and won the title last season. I saw Jurgen Klopp announce he was leaving Liverpool. Coaching is a tough job, but it is the one we chose."
When asked about his future with Bologna, the Italian added, "When there is news to report, I will tell you, but there’s none today."
Casemiro responds to Al-Nassr links
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has finally responded to his transfer links with Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr.
Speaking to MBC, Casemiro claimed: "It's all amazing, since the first day, I was made to feel very welcome by the club, the players and the fans. I received so much love - on and off the pitch. It was a unique and magical experience, and I needed such an experience. I am so happy in Manchester with everything the city and the club offer me. I am happy with that and with helping the club improve and get back on the path of achievements. So yeah, I'm happy to play for Manchester United."
Xavi set to leave Barcelona at the end of the season
After Barcelona's humiliating defeat against Villarreal, manager Xavi confirmed at the post-match press conference that he will leave the club at the end of the season.
The result leaves the defending La Liga champions 10 points behind leaders and arch-rivals Real Madrid.
Crystal Palace eyeing move for Birmingham midfielder James
Crystal Palace are interested in signing Birmingham City midfielder Jordan James in the January transfer window, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Birmingham City have reportedly rejected a bid from Atalanta earlier in January as they want to hold on to the player's service for the remainder of the season.
Nottingham Forest working on a deal to sign Reyna on loan
Premier League side Nottingham Forest are still working on a deal to sign USMNT star Gio Reyna, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The club are currently discussing with the player and are hopeful to sign him from Dortmund before the January transfer window closes on Wednesday.
Chelsea eyeing move for Fulham's USMNT star Robinson
Chelsea are planning to sign USMNT defender Antonee Robinson from Fulham in the summer, according to Simon Phillips and Daily Mail correspondent Sami Mokbel.
The Blues will face competition from Liverpool who have reportedly held talks with the player in the ongoing January transfer window.
Rakitic set to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab
Former Croatian international Ivan Rakitic has reportedly agreed to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The midfielder has informed his club Sevilla about his decision and will undergo medical this weekend,
Leipzig won't sell Nottingham Forest target Gulacsi
According to journalist Florian Plettenberg, Bundesliga side RB Leipzig has no plans of selling goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi or sending him out on loan in January.
On Friday, the Premier League side had reached out to the Bundesliga outfit over a potential January deal for the Hungarian.
Klopp to succeed Mourinho? Roma eyeing Liverpool boss
Roma have set their sights on hiring Jurgen Klopp to replace Jose Mourinho as coach of the Serie A team this summer, according to Il Messaggero.
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