Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal 'make Haaland move'; Man Utd plot Balde bid; Chelsea eye Mitchell; Liverpool latest

Transfer targets: Alejandro Balde, Erling Haaland and EstevaoGetty ImagesArsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham are all still pushing hard for new signings after the summer window as they each make big plans for January. Arsenal are sensationally reported to have made contact over a blockbuster move for Erling Haaland following the Manchester City verdict, having also been linked with the likes of Eli Junior Kroupi, Dani Olmo and Ibrahim Maza as they continue to target Julian Alvarez.Manchester United are said to be lining up a fresh bid for Alejandro Balde and may rival Arsenal for Kevin Schade as they continue to fight to keep JJ Gabriel, while Chelsea could be eyeing a swoop for Tyrick Mitchell at Crystal Palace as Barcelona weigh up an offer for Estevao. Liverpool are rumoured to be pondering a shock return to Anfield for Trent Alexander-Arnold, with Lamine Camara potentially set to become their first signing under new sporting director Julian Ward.Tottenham could fight rivals Arsenal for Maza, amid new claims that Manchester United and Liverpool are both keeping a close eye on Spurs captain Micky van de Ven. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!Latest transfer news and rumoursMan Utd plot new Alejandro Balde bidManchester United may launch a fresh move for Alejandro Balde during the January transfer window.The Spain international, along with Newcastle’s Lewis Hall, was said to be among Michael Carrick’s top targets at left-back during the latter stages of the summer amid a lack of regular starts for Barcelona under Hansi Flick.Balde ended up staying put at the Camp Nou in the end, but Mundo Deportivo claim that his continued peripheral role for Barca could lead him to re-assess his options in the New Year.Man Utd could take advantage as they continue to seek a long-term successor to Luke Shaw at Old Trafford.GettyArsenal 'make shock Erling Haaland move'How about this for a sensational transfer report to begin your week?The future of several Manchester City stars - Erling Haaland in particular - has become a hot topic since reports first emerged on Friday that the club had been found guilty by an independent commission on all but one of their 114 Premier League charges for alleged breaches of financial rules between 2009 and 2018.City - who strongly deny all the charges against them - are understood to be set to appeal the decision and this process could continue to go on for some time to come.According to Football Insider, title rivals Arsenal have already made contact with Haaland’s representatives in case he becomes available, with City facing a range of potentially severe sanctions if their appeal is unsuccessful, including possible relegation or expulsion from the Premier League.Real Madrid are also reported to be eyeing a move for the Norwegian striker.GettyEx-Chelsea pair to leave AC MilanAC Milan do not intend to review the contracts of Fikayo Tomori or Ruben Loftus-Cheek when they expire at the end of this season.Tomori is yet to feature for the Rossoneri this season after being transfer-listed in the summer and subsequently reintegrated into Ruben Amorim’s squad. Loftus-Cheek, meanwhile, has made five Serie A appearances.Neither man seems to be in the club’s long-term plans, though, and are set to depart come the end of the summer.GettyGyokeres responds to Arsenal exit rumoursViktor Gyokeres has admitted frustration at a lack of game time at Arsenal this season, while also addressing transfer speculation.Despite only arriving from Sporting CP last summer and going on to score 21 goals across all competitions in his debut season, including 14 in the Premier League, Gyokeres was heavily linked with exit from Arsenal during the recent transfer window.There had been talk of Gyokeres being used as makeweight in a swap deal for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, and there were rumours of a Barcelona switch leading up to transfer Deadline Day.Ultimately, the striker stayed put and has revealed he was never close to leaving.“Of course, there was a lot of speculation,” Gyokeres told Swedish news outlet SVT Sport. “But I had a full pre-season, and it felt good. I was fully focused on Arsenal.“For me, staying was a given. I’m extremely happy at the club.”AFP/GettyJoao Felix wants Europe return“I'm very happy at Al Nassr. This will be my second year. I'll be 27 at the end of the season. I'm planning to return to Europe, though perhaps not immediately.“I don't know if it will be at the end of this season or the end of next, but I'm eager to return to Europe, to play in the Champions League again, and to compete there again.“It's always different. Playing in Europe, playing in the Champions League, playing against the best teams in the world gives you extra motivation, and obviously, that's what I'm thinking about.” (via AS)PAMan Utd in for Arsenal targetManchester United are set to join Arsenal and Liverpool in the race for Brentford winger Kevin Schade.The 24-year-old has attracted attention after impressive performances, starting the season with three goals in seven appearances across all competitions for the Bees.As a result, several Premier League sides are reportedly monitoring his situation ahead of the January transfer window.According to CaughtOffside, Arsenal and Liverpool are firmly in the race for his signature, though Man United could emerge as serious contenders in the coming months.Getty'Arsenal would be fitting next step for Cesc Fabregas'Asmir Begovic is already plotting out Cesc Fabregas’ next move.He said: “Cesc Fabregas to Chelsea or Arsenal? You wouldn't rule it out. Having played with him, I know he understands the game inside out, his knowledge is absolutely brilliant. He commands respect from his players and works with great energy, enthusiasm, and intensity. “It’s a perfect mix for a top manager, and his work at Como has been outstanding, but at some point he will look to kick on in his career and look at those next steps. “I’m sure Chelsea would've considered him but obviously they went down the route of Xabi Alonso, which is a fantastic appointment. “A move to Arsenal would also be a fitting step given his stature there. I wouldn't be surprised to see him managing in the Premier League or La Liga soon, he has the potential for an incredible managerial career.”Asmir Begovic was speaking to Hajper.GettyMan Utd plot Balde moveManchester United are keeping a close eye on Alejandro Balde as they consider moving for a left-back in January.According to Mundo Deportivo, Balde might leave Barcelona in the new year after falling down the pecking order at the start of the new season.GettyLiverpool appoint new sporting directorLiverpool have announced that Julian Ward has been appointed the club’s sporting director.Ward said: “I am incredibly excited to take on this role and it goes without saying that I am hugely grateful for the trust that has been placed in me by ownership.“Having been part of Liverpool’s football operation for more than a decade, I have a full appreciation and first-hand knowledge of the challenge that comes with the position, as well as a clear understanding of the demands and ambitions of this great club.“This is an exciting period for Liverpool – on and off the pitch – in which change and opportunity go hand in hand, but at the same time the culture, values and principles that have underpinned the club for so long remain as strong as ever.“As a football club, we will continue to create an environment that maximises performance while promoting the continued development of our players and our people.“In Andoni, together with the wider team of staff across the AXA Training Centre, the Academy and AXA Melwood, we have the expertise, talent and conditions required to keep driving the club forward.“Building on these strong foundations and the work overseen by our football operations in recent seasons is both a huge responsibility and a privilege.”Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesMan City handed Haaland warningManchester City risk losing Erling Haaland if their appeal over alleged financial breaches is unsuccessful.That is the view of former Spain and Barcelona midfielder Gaizka Mendieta, who is predicting Haaland to make the move to LaLiga if Man City are punished for breaking the all but one of the 115 Premier League charges levelled against them.Getty