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Juventus are ready to step up talks with Liverpool over a possible move for Federico Chiesa, with a formal proposal expected to be submitted in the coming hours.

Napoli's Scott McTominay and Como's Jacobo Ramon. (REUTERS/Ciro De Luca)

Everton are keen on an Arsenal star. (Reuters/Andrew Boyers)

Brentford are closely monitoring Lazio winger Matteo Cancellieri, according to reports in Italy, as the Premier League side step up their interest in the Biancocelesti’s outgoings.

Antonio Conte wanted to send a message to his players when he got sent off against Inter, but the Nerazzurri remain winless against direct rivals, and Scott McTominay will once again be among the frontrunners for the Player of the Season Award in Serie A.

Roma are growing increasingly frustrated with Giacomo Raspadori as the forward continues to delay a decision on his future, despite the club offering him a central role and improved financial terms.

Paolo Di Canio has unexpectedly ignited the Serie A transfer rumour mill by suggesting that Bernardo Silva could be heading for Italy at the end of the season.

José Bordalás could be edging closer to a Premier League move, with Crystal Palace closely monitoring the situation amid growing uncertainty surrounding the 61-year-old’s future at Getafe CF, according to Fichajes. Bordalás is reportedly unhappy with the Getafe board, and while he may remain in charge until the end of the season, the expectation is that he will depart “sooner rather than later”.

Raspadori breakthrough: he waits for Napoli, Roma on Malen

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Conor Gallagher is beginning to assess his options and according to The Mirror, the England international is “interested in what Aston Villa have to offer”.

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito says he would walk away from the club with pride should he be sacked. The former Black Satellites head trainer's future at the club has been left in doubt due to his inconsistent performance of the club.The Reds were held to a goalless draw against relegation-threatened side Berekum Chelsea in the Matchday 18 games at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.Speaking to the media after Kotoko’s game, Zito pointed to silverware already won and the club’s continued competitiveness across all competitions.“If I leave Kotoko today, I will leave with pride. In less than a year, we have won trophies, including the Toyota Cup," he said."We remain in the FA Cup, and in the league, the title is still open, with any team in the top five capable of winning it,” Zito added.Karim Zito will hope to guide his side back to winning ways when they travel to play defending champions, Bibiani GoldStars, at DUN's Park in the Matchday 19 games on Sunday.

Arsenal have taken another bold step in their pursuit of Premier League glory by hiring world-renowned throw-in specialist Thomas Grønnemark, according to The Times.

Crystal Palace may be forced into a difficult decision over the future of club captain Marc Guéhi, with Manchester City pushing hard to secure a deal for the centre-back in the January transfer window, according to Football Insider.

Liverpool are reportedly prepared to break the British transfer record once again in an extraordinary attempt to sign Jude Bellingham, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.