January 4th 

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The January transfer window is now open and the rumours continue to circulate as clubs plan out moves. Teams are working tirelessly behind the scenes on identifying targets and figuring out their budgets.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories.

Today’s biggest transfer stories

Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali ahead of a summer move for the Italy international. Tonali has been persistently linked with a move away from St James’ Park, with Juventus also keen on the 25-year-old.

Manchester City are braced for an approach from Real Madrid to sign Rodri for a cut-price fee. The Spain star, 29, is out of contract in 18 months’ time and unless a new contract is agreed, Madrid could make a move for the central midfielder.

Fulham have seen a €20 million offer for Arthur Atta knocked back by Serie A outift Udinese, according to Fabrizio Romano. Marco Silva is keen to strengthen his squad and sees the Frenchman as a shrewd addition to his squad.