Dream Chelsea signing greenlit as Arsenal sanction €100m January deal

Tuesday delivered plenty of huge news as Chelsea were told that one of Xabi Alonso's favourite players could soon be available.

Plus, Arsenal chiefs approved a blockbuster January signing and Man Utd were presented with an opportunity to fix their striker woes. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Zubimendi wants out

Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi is ready to leave in January - and he would be Chelsea's dream signing.

Arsenal still chasing Yildiz

Arsenal are ready to make a move for €100 million-rated Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz in January.

Man Utd solution?

Could Villarreal striker Georges Mikautadze be Man Utd's perfect Benjamin Sesko replacement?

Kroupi decision

Bournemouth have outlined their January stance on Arsenal target Eli Kroupi.

Hidden Scott reason

Nobody is talking about the real reason why Bournemouth are ready to sell Alex Scott to Chelsea.

Balde ready to move

Barcelona full-back Alejandro Balde is finally ready to join Man Utd.

Brobbey extension

Brian Brobbey has signed a new contract at Sunderland despite the club's struggles this season.

Tresoldi not for sale

Arsenal and Chelsea have been told that Club Brugge won't sell Nicolo Tresoldi in January.

Man Utd want Barrios

Despite this summer's midfield rebuild, Man Utd are interested in Atletico Madrid star Pablo Barrios.

Chelsea shortlist

Chelsea have assembled a €132m January transfer shortlist in order to help Xabi Alonso achieve this season's goals.

Mbaye mistake?

Did Liverpool make a mistake by not signing new Aston Villa star Ibrahim Mbaye this summer?

Arsenal still keen on Baena

Arsenal have rekindled their interest in Atletico Madrid playmaker Alex Baena.