- Inter Milan could break the wage structure to keep an in-form star at the club
- Real Madrid have reportedly identified their long-term target at left-back
- It won't hurt Arsenal to have Arteta out of sight at Villa Park It all starts
The start of the January transfer window is fast approaching and four months into the 2023/24 season, clubs will have a good idea of where to recruit to boost their chances in the run-up to the end of the season.
A number of teams have also suffered multiple injuries, with the likes of Newcastle, Liverpool and Tottenham sometimes struggling for bodies on the ground.
For those at the top, such as Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa and Manchester City, reinforcements could mean the difference between a piece of history and settling for a top four finish.
There will also be a number of clubs looking to solve their problems at the bottom of the table, hoping that bringing in some inspiration in the January window can deliver some form.
Here, Mailsport takes you through the biggest transfer rumors on Friday.
Premier League leaders Arsenal have been linked with a £60million move for a midfielder
Managers like Eddie Howe may be forced into the January window after a number of injuries
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Arsenal could make a move for Fulham star Joao Palhinha, who came agonizingly close to completing a move to Bayern Munich this summer. The Portuguese midfielder is admired by Mikel Arteta, although a move could spell the end of Thomas Partey's time at the Gunners. (Mirror)
The move could then have a knock-on effect, with the Cottagers lining up Brazilian international Andre, who won the Copa Libertadores with Fluminense last month. Marco Silva's side have reportedly made Andre their number 1 target if Palhinha leaves Craven Cottage. (The times)
Former Chelsea striker Timo Werner is said to have been told by RB Leipzig chief Reuven Schroder that he can leave on loan in January. However, despite previous links, the German is unlikely to join Manchester United or Real Madrid. (Image)
Adrien Rabiot is close to signing a new contract with Juventus, extending his stay in Turin beyond the end of the current season. The French midfielder has been with the club since 2019 and has been linked to a number of Premier League clubs. (Gazzetta Dello Sport)
Ferran Torres is keen to be part of the Barcelona project and is said to have told manager Xavi that he would like to stay beyond the January transfer window. The ex-Manchester City striker has made just seven appearances in La Liga so far. (Mundo Deportivo)
Ferran Torres (centre) is one of the former Manchester City stars at Camp Nou
Defeated Champions League finalists Inter Milan could see a shake-up of their wage structure in a bid to keep Lautaro Martinez at the club. Reports suggest he would earn around £8.6million a year under his new terms, plus bonuses. (Calciomercato)
Former West Ham star Felipe Anderson is said to be of interest to Juventus after the Brazilian's contract with Lazio expires at the end of the season. A deal is not thought to have been completed with the Rome-based team this summer, with the Old Lady keeping his situation under review ahead of a possible free transfer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Alphonso Davies is set to be Real Madrid's long-term left-back goalkeeper, according to reports. It is believed that Bayern Munich are concerned about their ability to pay his wages in the future. (Mundo Deportivo)
Alfredo Morelos could return to Britain almost immediately during the transfer window after being relegated at Santos. The former Rangers star reportedly has a clause in his contract that allows his release in the event of relegation, with Watford and a host of unnamed Championship sides said to be interested. (The sun)
Alphonso Davies would be Real Madrid's long-term left-back target