The transfer window is open and here are today’s latest developments from Daily Mail Sport’s Simon Jones, including the latest in Chelsea’s pursuit of Jeremy Jacquet and updates on Jean Philippe Mateta and Callum Wilson’s futures.
Chelsea have held talks with Rennes for highly sought-after defender Jeremy Jacquet but the French side want over £50million for the 20-year-old.
Jacquet has already indicated he would like to join the Stamford Bridge club but Rennes hope to command a record fee for a player who has interest from Liverpool, Arsenal and Bayern Munich.
Chelsea have brought talks forward for January amid concerns their rivals for Jacquet would be in stronger positions to buy this summer.
Rennes’ previous record sale was the £55m deal they struck with Manchester City for Jeremy Doku.
Rennes hope to command a record fee in excess of £50m for Chelsea target Jeremy Jacquet
Palace rebuff first Juventus approach for Mateta
Juventus have been rebuffed in their first approach for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.
The Italians have a limited budget and have been offering a loan with obligation.
They also have interest in Bournemouth centre-back Marcos Senesi who is also on Chelsea’s shortlist.
Crystal Palace have rejected Juventus’ initial approach for striker Jean-Philippe Mateta
Newcastle eye Brugge full back
Newcastle United have checked on Club Brugge full-back Joaquin Seys.
Cherries close to sealing deal for Lazio shot-stopper
Bournemouth are closing on a deal to sign Lazio goalkeeper Christos Mandas.
The Greece international is in discussions to join on a loan.
The 24-year-old, who has also attracted enquiries from West Ham and Wolves, has made just the one appearance for Lazio this season in the Coppa Italia.
Wolves defender nears exit door
Besiktas are closing on agreement with Wolves for defender Emmanuel Agbadou.
The clubs are working on a deal worth £14m for the 28-year-old.
Wilson talks to step up this week
West Ham striker Callum Wilson is expected to speak to Al Shabab this week but Everton retain interest in the 33-year-old.
Burnley have an interest in James Ward-Prowse.
West Ham forward Callum Wilson is expected to hold talks with Al Shabab this week
LaLiga clubs chase Brighton defender
Brighton centre back Diego Coppola, 22, is attracting interest from Spanish sides Valencia and Girona.
Brentford midfielder Onyeka in-demand
Sheffield United have joined Valencia, Coventry and Birmingham in asking for Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka who is available this window.
Brentford would consider a loan with option to buy on promotion for the Championship sides or a permanent sale. Bees midfielder Vitaly Janelt has signed a new four-and-a-half-year contract, with a club option to extend for a further year.
McClean leaves Wrexham for hometown club
Wrexham forward James McClean, 36, is returning to hometown club Derry City.
The Welsh club are ready to splash out again this window as they look for a striker.
Celtic face competition for Noonan
Celtic and Hoffenheim have made offers for Shamrock Rovers’ 17-year-old forward Michael Noonan.
Watford hope to complete deal for former Roma star
Watford are hopeful of reaching agreement with former Roma midfielder Edoardo Bove who collapsed on the pitch following a cardiac arrest 14 months ago while on loan at Fiorentina.
To catch up on all the moves and stories so far this week go to:
SATURDAY: Chelsea step up pursuit of Ligue 1 star
FRIDAY: Man City agree five-year deal with Marc Guehi
THURSDAY: Conor Gallagher’s replacement lined up at Atletico
WEDNESDAY: The latest on Federico Chiesa’s Liverpool future
TUESDAY: The Championship clubs chasing Tom Lawrence as he shines in Perth
