Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Friday, December 25.
Friday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Chelsea join race for Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland?
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Chelsea have reportedly joined the race to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Erling Braut Haaland.
Despite a recent injury, the Norway international's prolific start to life at the Westfalenstadion has continued into the 2020-21 campaign, with Haaland boasting 17 goals in all competitions for Dortmund this term.
Manchester City have been strongly linked with a swoop for Haaland as Sergio Aguero runs down the final few months of his deal, but the Citizens are expected to face stiff competition for Haaland's signature.
Haaland's father - former Man City defender Alf Inge Haaland - has previously insisted that his son is happy at Dortmund, but 90 min reports that Chelsea are confident about their chances of securing the striker's signature in 2021.
The report claims that the Blues have already touched base with Haaland's entourage to register their interest, with Real Madrid and Barcelona - who have both been tipped to swoop for Haaland - expected to prioritise moves for Kylian Mbappe and Lautaro Martinez respectively.
Dortmund would supposedly demand a nine-figure sum for Haaland, who is tied down to the Bundesliga giants until the end of the 2023-24 campaign.
Manchester United suffer blow in Erling Braut Haaland pursuit?
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Manchester United's hopes of signing Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Braut Haaland could reportedly be scuppered by their frosty relationship with his agent Mino Raiola.
The Red Devils were heavily linked with the 20-year-old last January but ultimately missed out on his signature to Dortmund, where the forward has continued his prolific form.
Man United retain an interest in signing Haaland, although they are expected to wait until 2022, when a £68m release clause kicks in to his contract, to make their next approach.
However, The Athletic reports that, while the Norway international remains a priority target for the 20-time English champions, their chances of signing him could be hampered by Raiola.
Raiola's relationship with Man United is poor, due largely to the ongoing speculation regarding Paul Pogba's future which Raiola has continued to fuel publicly.
Man United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has previously taken charge of Haaland at Molde, but it is the relationship between the club's board and Raiola which could prove to be the problem.
The Red Devils have recently been linked with Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin as a possible alternative for Haaland, who has scored 33 goals in 32 games since joining Dortmund less than a year ago.
Chelsea and Real Madrid are also understood to be interested in the former Red Bull Salzburg forward.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Arsenal 'decide against move for Real Madrid's Isco'
Arsenal-linked Isco is reportedly keen to join a Champions League-competing club, and the Gunners are instead eyeing a move for his Real Madrid teammate Vinicius Junior. Read more.
Barcelona 'rule out move for Arsenal's Shkodran Mustafi'
Barcelona reportedly deny any interest in signing Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi, despite his agent confirming talks between the two parties. Read more.
Manchester United interested in Everton's Dominic-Calvert Lewin?
Manchester United reportedly turn their attention to Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin after hitting a roadblock in their pursuit of Erling Braut Haaland. Read more.
Manchester United 'to trigger Jesse Lingard contract extension'
Manchester United are reportedly planning to trigger a one-year extension in Jesse Lingard's contract to avoid losing him on a free transfer. Read more.
Dele Alli to follow Mauricio Pochettino to Paris Saint-Germain?
Mauricio Pochettino could reportedly target a loan deal for Tottenham Hotspur attacker Dele Alli once he has become Paris Saint-Germain boss. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City 'keeping tabs on Marten de Roon'
Atalanta BC midfielder Marten de Roon emerges as a transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City, according to a report. Read more.
Arsenal's Mesut Ozil rules out Tottenham Hotspur move
Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil laughs off suggestions of a move to Tottenham Hotspur as speculation gathers over his next career move. Read more.
Manchester United 'planning new Mason Greenwood contract'
Manchester United attacker Mason Greenwood is reportedly in line for a new deal at Old Trafford after regaining the trust of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Read more.
Atletico Madrid 'to make January bid for Ainsley Maitland-Niles'
Atletico Madrid prepare to launch a January bid for Arsenal's Ainsley Maitland-Niles, according to a report. Read more.
Mesut Ozil 'holds secret talks with Fenerbahce'
Arsenal attacker Mesut Ozil holds secret talks with Fenerbahce in London, according to a report. Read more.
Shkodran Mustafi agent confirms Barcelona talks
Shkodran Mustafi's agent reveals that talks have been held with Barcelona over a possible deal for the out-of-favour Arsenal man in 2021. Read more.
Loris Karius set for early Liverpool return?
Loris Karius is reportedly set for a January return to Liverpool after struggling for game time during his loan spell at Union Berlin. Read more.
Liverpool consider move for Real Madrid defender Eder Militao?
Liverpool are reportedly considering a January move for out-of-favour Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao as they look to bolster their defensive options. Read more.
Manchester City looking to poach Riqui Puig from Barcelona?
Manchester City and Bayern Munich reportedly both hold an interest in Barcelona starlet Riqui Puig, who is out of contract in Catalonia next summer. Read more.
