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David Silva in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on December 18, 2016
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe have one final chance to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Report: Manuel Pellegrini wants David Silva, Samir Nasri
Hebei China Fortune manager Manuel Pellegrini will raid former club Manchester City for David Silva and Samir Nasri in an £80m double swoop, according to a report. Read more.

Leeds United favourites to sign Fabian Delph from Manchester City
Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph could be on his way back to Leeds United this month, according to the bookmakers. Read more.

Fulham make loan approach for former striker Ross McCormack?
A report claims that Aston Villa are weighing up whether to offload Ross McCormack to Fulham for the remainder of the summer, but boss Steve Bruce favours a permanent sale. Read more.

Angel di Maria "very happy" at Paris Saint-Germain amid Chinese links
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Angel di Maria insists that he is happy to see out the remainder of his contract at the Parc des Princes. Read more.

Everton 'furious with AC Milan over Gerard Deulofeu announcement'
AC Milan take to Twitter to announce the arrival of Gerard Deulofeu before quickly taking it down, which has reportedly left Everton officials furious. Read more.

Stoke City confirm signing of Saido Berahino on five-and-a-half year deal
Stoke City announce the signing of striker Saido Berahino on a five-and-a-half year deal, bringing his disappointing recent spell at West Bromwich Albion to an end. Read more.

Saido Berahino 'passes Stoke City medical ahead of £15m move'
Stoke City could wrap up a deal to sign Saido Berahino from West Bromwich Albion this weekend, as the striker has reportedly passed his medical. Read more.

Report: AC Milan still interested in signing Jack Wilshere
A report claims that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere remains on the radar of AC Milan, who could make an approach at the end of the season. Read more.

Tianjin Quanjian turn attentions to Leeds United striker Chris Wood?
Tianjin Quanjian are reportedly interested in signing Leeds United striker Chris Wood after failing in their attempts to sign Chelsea forward Diego Costa. Read more.

Sunderland close to signing Benfica midfielder Andreas Samaris?
Sunderland are reportedly looking to sign Benfica midfielder Andreas Samaris, despite the suggestion that they do not have significant funds to spend in January. Read more.

Jose Mourinho: 'Antonio Valencia is world's best right-back'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says that he regards Antonio Valencia as the best right-back in the world. Read more.

Swansea City, Burnley plan move for Norwich City winger Alex Pritchard?
Swansea City and Burnley reportedly prepare offers for Norwich City's Alex Pritchard, despite the winger having only been at Carrow Road for six months. Read more.

Stoke City agree fee for West Bromwich Albion attacker Saido Berahino?
Stoke City reportedly agree a fee for West Bromwich Albion striker Saido Berahino as their pursuit of the player appears to be heading towards a positive conclusion. Read more.

Atletico Madrid president rules out Antoine Griezmann exit
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo rules out the possibility of selling reported Manchester United target Antoine Griezmann. Read more.

Birmingham City complete Kerim Frei signing
Birmingham City complete the signing of former Fulham and Cardiff City winger Kerim Frei from Besiktas for an undisclosed fee. Read more.

Sam Allardyce: 'Carl Jenkinson deal not dead'
Crystal Palace manager Sam Allardyce confirms that the club are still interested in signing Carl Jenkinson and Patrick van Aanholt this month. Read more.

Claudio Ranieri: 'Luis Hernandez free to leave Leicester City'
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri confirms that Luis Hernandez is on the brink of leaving the club for Malaga. Read more.

Claudio Ranieri hopeful of Leonardo Ulloa stay
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri insists that the club are determined to keep Leonardo Ulloa this month, despite the striker handing in a transfer request. Read more.

Marseille 'end interest in Dimitri Payet'
Ligue 1 side Marseille reportedly end their interest in wantaway West Ham United playmaker Dimitri Payet and switch their attention to other targets. Read more.

Antonio Conte confirms Chelsea have received bid for Asmir Begovic
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte confirms that the club are considering an offer for goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, who has been linked with a move to Bournemouth. Read more.

Joleon Lescott training with Sunderland
Free agent defender Joleon Lescott is training with Sunderland in an effort to earn a short-term deal with the club. Read more.

Jose Mourinho hints at further Manchester United departures
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho suggests that more players could leave the club this month if they are unhappy with their role in the squad. Read more.

West Ham United to complain to FIFA over Dimitri Payet?
West Ham United are reportedly considering whether to complain to FIFA over Marseille's pursuit of wantaway winger Dimitri Payet. Read more.

Lyon announce Memphis Depay capture
Lyon announce that they have signed Memphis Depay from Manchester United. Read more.

Henri Lansbury completes Aston Villa move
Henri Lansbury completes his switch from Nottingham Forest to Aston Villa. Read more.

Ashley Young offered '£16m after tax' in China
Chinese Super League side Shandong Luneng reportedly offer Manchester United winger Ashley Young a three-year deal worth £16m after tax. Read more.

Hull City sign defender Omar Elabdelluoui on loan
Hull City complete the signing of Olympiacos defender Omar Elabdellaoui. Read more.

Chelsea 'want £12m for Asmir Begovic'
Chelsea reportedly demand £12m from Bournemouth for goalkeeper Asmir Begovic. Read more.

Tony Pulis: 'Saido Berahino bid nowhere near right'
West Bromwich Albion manager Tony Pulis says that Stoke City's bid for striker Saido Berahino did not meet the club's valuation. Read more.

Dimitri Payet 'has car vandalised'
West Ham United's wantaway winger Dimitri Payet reportedly has his car vandalised by unhappy Hammers fans. Read more.

Henri Lansbury passes Aston Villa medical
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce confirms that Henri Lansbury has passed a medical ahead of his move from Nottingham Forest. Read more.

West Ham United 'agree £8m Jose Fonte fee'
West Ham United and Southampton reportedly settle on a fee of £8m for defender Jose Fonte. Read more.

Thibaut Courtois 'planning Real Madrid move'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has reportedly begun planning a move to Real Madrid this summer. Read more.

Jake Livermore completes West Bromwich Albion move
Hull City midfielder Jake Livermore completes his move to West Bromwich Albion. Read more.

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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Chelsea21171345153052
2Tottenham HotspurSpurs21136243142945
3Liverpool22136351272445
4Arsenal21135348222644
5Manchester CityMan City21133541261542
6Manchester UnitedMan Utd22118332201241
7Everton229763223934
8West Bromwich AlbionWest Brom228682828030
9Stoke CityStoke227782733-628
10West Ham UnitedWest Ham2284102735-828
11Bournemouth2275103037-726
12Burnley2182112331-826
13Southampton216691926-724
14Watford2266102336-1324
15Leicester CityLeicester2156102434-1021
16Middlesbrough2248101723-620
17Swansea CitySwansea2253142651-2518
18Crystal Palace2245133040-1017
19Sunderland2244142040-2016
20Hull City2144132045-2516
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