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Transfer rumors, news: Man United eyeing Branthwaite move

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Manchester United have reignited their interest in Jarrad Branthwaite while Liverpool prepare a January swoop for a midfielder. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours, and gossip from the world of soccer.

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TRENDING RUMORS

- Manchester United are one of several clubs considering a move for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, the Daily Mail reports. The Red Devils are long-time admirers of Branthwaite, having had a bid for the player turned down in the summer. However, with Everton currently unable to offer the 22-year-old a new deal, they could be tempted into letting him go sooner than they had hoped. Branthwaite's contract expires in 2027, meaning his value will likely decrease after next summer if a new deal isn't signed.

- Liverpool are set to scour the market for a new central midfielder in the January transfer window, reports Football Insider. Money is set to be made available to head coach Arne Slot after the club missed out on signing Real Sociedad's Martín Zubimendi in the summer. Ryan Gravenberch has made the No. 6 position his own this season, but Liverpool are said to be keen on providing some competition for the young Dutchman.

- West Ham United are fearful their technical director Tim Steidten could choose to join Arsenal as Edu Gaspar's replacement as sporting director, reports the Daily Telegraph. The German joined West Ham from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer of 2023 but has been under pressure of late due to his transfer track record. It's unclear whether Steidten is in the running for the Arsenal job following the news that Edu left his role on Monday.

- Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman is "one to watch" for the winter transfer window, reports Florian Plettenberg. The 26-year-old has been heavily linked with several Premier League sides this season following a breakthrough 2023-24. Lookman could be available for as little as €25 million to €30m in January, as the player looks to "take the next step" in his career.

- West Ham are set to join the race to sign Galatasaray defender Victor Nelsson, reports Ekrem Konur. The Denmark international, who has 15 caps, is also wanted by Sevilla, Fiorentina and Lille. The 26-year-old has largely been used from the bench this season, prompting suggestions that he might request a move away from the Turkish club.

OTHER RUMORS

- Juventus have been told that Lille striker Jonathan David will be available for £15m-20m in January as he moves into the last six months of his contract. However, Juve will not be able to find that money in the winter window, meaning Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United could steal on march for the 24-year-old Canada international. (Tuttosport)

- Barcelona are certain to trigger the extra year in Robert Lewandowski's contract. The player is also willing to discuss lowering his salary in return for a fifth year, to cover the 2026-27 campaign, though there is no rush to find an agreement. (Diario Sport)

- Eintracht Frankfurt will demand a transfer fee of €60m for striker Omar Marmoush. Bayern Munich and Liverpool are both linked with the Egypt international, who has 29 goals and 15 assists in 55 appearances. (Fussball News)