Manchester City eyeing move for Reece James
The Chelsea and England defender is seen as a possible long-term replacement for Kyle Walker.
What the papers say
Reece James is wanted by Manchester City, according to the Independent. City is said to see the 23 year-old from Chelsea as a possible replacement for his fellow England right-back Kyle Walker, who is 10 years his senior.
Mason Greenwood’s time in Spain could be set to continue. The Sun reports Getafe is looking to extend the 22-year-old striker’s loan deal from Manchester United.
Borussia Dortmund’s Julian Brandt is catching the eye of Premier League clubs, according to the Mirror. The paper reports that Arsenal and Newcastle are both keen on the 27 year-old Germany midfielder.
Arsenal is also said to be keen on adding Douglas Luiz to its midfield options. The Mirror reports Aston Villa’s 25 year-old Brazilian has emerged as the top January target at the Emirates.
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Players to watch
Wilfred Ndidi: Barcelona is keen on the Nigerian midfielder, 26, whose contract at Leicester is up at the end of the season.
Archie Gray: Liverpool is reportedly watching the 17 year-old Leeds midfielder.
