Transfer rumours: Brazilian is Liverpool’s ‘main’ target in January and Manchester City want new deal with Erling Haaland

Liverpool identified Brazilian midfielder Andre Trindade as their top target for January.

What the newspapers say

Liverpool have identified their main target when the January transfer window opens.
According to the Daily Mirror, Fluminense’s Brazilian midfielder Andre Trindade will be at the top of the list.

Manchester City are turning their attention to retaining his talent.
The Daily Telegraph reports that the treble winners intend to open contract talks with striker Erling Haaland, 23, with Real Madrid showing interest.
Chelsea are also looking for one of their young stars, according to the Daily Mail.
They are planning talks with 23-year-old Conor Gallagher as the England midfielder approaches the final 18 months of his contract.

And Everton are also close to signing Jarrad Branthwaite on a long-term deal, reports the Daily Mirror.
Manchester United are reportedly interested in the 21-year-old defender.

Players to watch

Jarrod Bowen: Liverpool and Newcastle are watching as contract talks for the England striker, 26, slowly progress at West Ham.
Xavi Simons: Manchester City are set to battle Barcelona for the 20-year-old Dutch midfielder from Paris St Germain next summer.