AC Milan's Rafael Leao is reportedly linked with a move to Barcelona.
- Barcelona are keeping an eye on Rafael Leao's situation at AC Milan ahead of a possible summer move for the winger, reports Diario Sport. There have been issues between the 25-year-old and manager Paulo Fonseca, so the Blaugrana are waiting to see if he could be available for a reasonable price as the Portugal international grows tired of the situation in Milan, especially as they will prioritise a left-footed winger in the summer. Agent Jorge Mendes influences Leao and has offered him to Barcelona in the past, but they haven't been able to afford him.
- Juventus played out a 2-2 draw against Parma on Wednesday evening, and Calciomercato reported before the match that I Bianconeri could be keeping an eye on Ange-Yoan Bonny and Adrián Bernabé ahead of possible transfers. Both players impressed, with Bernabé notably delivering the cross that was headed back by Botond Balogh for Enrico Del Prato's opener.
- Sunderland will do everything they can to see off any January interest in Chris Rigg, reports Football Insider. Manchester United and Chelsea have been heavily linked with the 17-year-old midfielder while Real Madrid has been mentioned as another club possibly looking at him. Even so, the Black Cats are desperate to keep him as they fight for promotion, currently sitting top of the EFL Championship.
- Newcastle United are not panicking about Alexander Isak's contract situation despite the striker's camp delaying talks, reports Football Insider. Isak's decision came due to concerns over the Magpies' direction, but a dialogue remains open between club and player while the focus is on his on-pitch performances. The 25-year-old's current deal runs until 2025.
- Sevilla and Real Sociedad are monitoring Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara, reports Ekrem Konur, who adds that the 25-year-old has also received Premier League interest. The Brazilian joined the Turkish Super Lig side from Norwich City during the summer and has caught the eye with two goals and six assists from 14 appearances across all competitions.
- Premier League side Southampton and EFL Championship clubs Leeds United, West Bromwich Albion, Sheffield United, Stoke City and Hull City are interested in Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis O'Brien after the 26-year-old impressed on loan at LAFC in MLS, reports TEAMtalk. The Los Angeles-based club have the option to make the deal permanent after the season's culmination.
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