TRANSFER GOSSIP COLUMN: Tottenham considering move for forgotten Everton defender as they seek cover, Kalvin Phillips’ Juventus move is at risk while Real Madrid hand Kylian Mbappe deadline to join
- Tottenham are reportedly preparing a move for forgotten Everton defender
- Real Madrid have reportedly given Kylian Mbappe a deadline to join the team.
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Premier League teams have just a few weeks before they can add to their squads, which will be crucial to their seasons ahead of January.
There will be plenty of speculation about the departure of a host of stars – especially from Manchester United – as the futures of Jadon Sancho, Raphael Varane and Donny van de Beek become increasingly uncertain.
Tottenham and Newcastle are expected to be busy at the window as they try to strengthen their squads after a spate of injuries.
The progress of title contenders Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City will also be watched ahead of what looks set to be a competitive battle for the Premier League crown.
Below, Postal sport looks at all the latest news and gossip on Wednesday.
Tottenham are reportedly considering a move for Everton defender Ben Godfrey.
Kylian Mbappe is about to make an offer to Kylian Mbappe, but will give him a deadline to sign a contract.
Tottenham are considering a move for Everton defender Ben Godfrey as they look for cover for the injured Mickey van de Ven. The Toffees are ready to sell the England star, who has featured just once this season. (talkSports)
Juventus are likely to refuse to sign Jadon Sancho because the Manchester United winger is too expensive. Instead, the Serie A team will turn to Domenico Berardi and Shakhtar Donetsk star Georgiy Sudakov. (Tuttosport)
Real Madrid will make an offer for Kylian Mbappe in the New Year as they bid for a stunning free transfer for the PSG superstar, but they will only give him until January 15 to agree terms. (HOW)
Calvin Phillips’ move to Juventus risks falling through unless Manchester City agree to pay the majority of his £150,000-a-week wages. (Sun)
Juventus could back out of a loan deal to sign Calvin Phillips if Manchester City don’t cover part of his £150,000-a-week wages.
West Ham and Crystal Palace are bidding to sign disgraced PSG player Hugo Ekitike.
West Ham and Crystal Palace are battling to sign PSG striker Hugo Ekitike in the January window after both expressed an interest in him in the summer. The French side is ready to lend it or sell it at a reasonable price. (Evening standard)
Manchester United and Manchester City are leading the race to sign Lille’s 18-year-old French talent Leni Yoro. The French side are making every effort to agree a new contract with the teenager, whose contract expires in 2025. (Le10Sport)
Ferran Torres has not ruled out leaving Barcelona in January as his future looks more uncertain following the club’s signing of Vitor Roque. His relationship with Xavi is not the best and he wants to play more games before the Euros. (HOW)
Inter Milan and Juventus are the frontrunners to sign Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski in January. The Polish star’s contract expires in the summer but he has refused to sign an extension, sparking a bidding war between the two. (Corriere dello Sport)
AC Milan are poised to step up their interest in Arsenal defender Jakub Kivor after struggling for playing time under Mikel Arteta this season. (90 minutes)
