TRANSFER GOSSIP COLUMN: Man United are ‘ready’ to pounce for Bayern Munich star, West Ham eye up Dominic Solanke and league rivals prepare to battle it out for Ajax striker

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The January transfer window opens in just over a month and clubs are already starting to make plans to strengthen their squads.

Manchester United have been linked with one of the Bundesliga’s biggest stars, while Thomas Müller continues to be overlooked by manager Thomas Tuchel.

Meanwhile, it could also be a busy transfer window for Tottenham, who have a growing injury list, the latest of which is Rodrigo Bentancur.

It looks set to be a fascinating start to 2024, with teams looking to put themselves in an optimal position to finish the campaign strongly.

Below, Mail Sport reads all the latest news and gossip from Monday.

Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United are reportedly keeping an eye on a Bayern Munich star

Bayern's Thomas Müller has fallen out of favor with coach Thomas Tuchel in recent weeks

Bayern’s Thomas Müller has fallen out of favor with coach Thomas Tuchel in recent weeks

Young Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah will be on Preston’s wanted list if he goes out on loan (The sun).

Manchester United are ‘ready’ to pounce on Bayern Munich star Thomas Müller, while he is still overlooked by Thomas Tuchel (BIL).

Fulham remain confident of signing Brazilian midfielder Andre in January – despite competition from Premier League rivals (talkSPORT).

Crystal Palace and Fulham are among the clubs that have inquired about the availability of Ajax striker Chuba Akpom (TeamTalk).

Everton have completed a deal to sign 16-year-old Northern Ireland youth striker Braiden Graham from Linfield.Belfast Telegraph).

Bournemouth will reject any offer from West Ham for striker Dominic Solanke in January.talkSPORT).

Crystal Palace and Fulham are among the clubs who have reportedly inquired about the availability of Ajax striker Chuba Akpom

Crystal Palace and Fulham are among the clubs who have reportedly inquired about the availability of Ajax striker Chuba Akpom

Liverpool are considering loaning young defender Jarell Quansah in January

Liverpool are considering loaning young defender Jarell Quansah in January

Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen is being targeted by several clubs in the Saudi Pro League. (Fichajes)

Tottenham scouts are keeping a close eye on Southampton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu (Football insider).

Chelsea full-back Ian Maatsen is ready to sign a new contract and then leave West London on loan in January.Football insider).

Ajax star Steven Bergwijn could be in line for a move to Saudi Arabia in the summer despite interest from Premier League club West Ham.ESPN)

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