It isn’t long until the transfer window opens again and clubs are already planning their moves. The Premier League season is now little under a third of the way through, with the league table shaping up with Liverpool out in front having not lost a game yet. Football fanatics from all over the world can buy Premier League Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

The top four, which includes Leicester, are now eight points ahead of the rest, with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham all facing an uphill battle to reach the coveted Champions League places. Will those sides dip into the transfer market to add reinforcements?

The rumour mill never really shuts down, despite the transfer window closing at the beginning of August, and conversations over which players your clubs will sign are beginning to gather pace. Here we’ve got all the latest on the big names making the headlines ahead of the opening of the January transfer window.

Neymar snubs PSG extension

According to Sport, Neymar rejected the chance to renew his Paris St-Germain contract, which expires in 2022.

The Brazilian forward was heavily linked with a return to Barcelona in the summer, but a move did not materialize.

Smalling interest

Chris Smalling’s impressive form at Roma has led to Juventus and Inter Milan expressing interest, according to Corriere Della Sera. The Manchester United defender is currently on loan at the Serie A side.

Ajax ‘could lose more players

Edwin van der Sar has admitted that Ajax will lose more players next year. The Ajax chief’s comments come amid reports that Premier League clubs are interested in several of the Dutch side’s players, notably Hakim Ziyech.

The Morocco international impressed in the recent 4-4 draw against Chelsea in the Champions League, contributing two assists for the Eredivisie side.

Arsenal plan scouting trip

Arsenal is planning a scouting mission to assess Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, according to Football Insider.

Chelsea eye Liverpool target

According to Goal, Chelsea is interested in signing Norwegian midfielder Sander Berge from Genk. The 21-year-old is also reportedly wanted by Liverpool and Napoli.

United handed Fernandes boost

According to Portuguese outlet, O Jogo, Manchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Sporting midfielder Bruno Fernandes, with the Super Liga club needing to raise funds to clear debts of around £57m.

Luis Enrique set for sensational Spain return

According to reports in Spain, The Spanish Federation has offered Luis Enrique the chance to return as national team boss. The former Barcelona coach had been linked with a move to Arsenal.

Willian worry

According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Willian will reject a two-year contract extension at Chelsea in order to secure a move to Barcelona.

West Ham to turn to Benitez

According to The Mirror, West Ham will go for former Newcastle and Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez if they decide to Part Company with Manuel Pellegrini.

Batshuayi committed to Chelsea

Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi has stated that he is committed to staying at Stamford Bridge amid speculation surrounding his future. Despite not being a starter under Frank Lampard, Batshuayi said he feels at home in west London.

Spurs ‘eye Pochettino replacements

Spurs are reportedly looking at potential replacements for manager Mauricio Pochettino. Multiple outlets including the Times Telegraph and Mail all stated late on Monday night that the club is searching for potential successors to the Argentine coach, with his future hanging in the balance.

According to the Times, RB Leipzig coach Julian Nagelsmann is on the list – even though he only joined the German side from Hoffenheim in June Meanwhile, the Telegraph state that Poch has held crisis talks with Daniel Levy, and Spurs players are bracing themselves for the manager to leave.

They state that Levy is reluctant to sack the manager for two reasons: one is the work he has already put in at the club, and the second is the cost it would take.

It would apparently cost as much as £12.5million to part ways with Pochettino unless they came to a mutual agreement over an exit.

Other names to crop up in links to the job are Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe, Max Allegri Jose Mourinho and interestingly Gareth Southgate though the England boss has apparently reiterated his commitment to the national team.

Arsenal willing to sanction Xhaka sale in order to seal January transfer

According to The Mirror, Arsenal could offer Granit Xhaka to former club Borussia Monchengladbach in January, with Denis Zakaria potentially moving in the other direction. Zakaria often partners Xhaka for Switzerland, but the pair could be set to swap clubs in January.

Arsenal eye Torres

According to the Sun, Arsenal is eyeing a move for Villarreal center-back Pau Torres. The 22-year-old’s contract runs to 2024 and Arsenal would need to pay his £43m release clause.

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