Adam Lallana wanted by Barcelona, Juventus and PSG, Payet sparks interest by going on strike and Ayew off to China – all of Thursday’s hottest transfer talk
All latest deals, rumours and January transfer window gossip in association with Toolstation
THE January transfer window is showing no signs of slowing down as clubs scramble for new recruits to bolster their title charges or relegation survival hopes.
We have more news on another of Jose Mourinho's targets for Manchester United, while Tottenham are looking to add another England international to their array of talented youngsters.
As West Ham step up efforts to boost their attack, Slaven Bilic's side have also been hit with a sucker punch from one of their stars - who seems desperate to leave the London Stadium.
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And there's news from abroad, as one of Europe's biggest clubs want an in-form Liverpool ace.
SunSport brings you all the latest transfer news, rumours and deals in the January transfer window, brought to you in association with Toolstation.
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Barca eye Adam Lallana
Well this one certainly came out of the blue.
Reports have emerged today that in-form Liverpool winger Adam Lallana has caught the attention of Barcelona.
But they are not alone in the chase for the 28-year-old, with fellow European heavyweights Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain also sharing an interest.
Payet goes on strike in search of move
West Ham boss Slaven Bilic has revealed Dimitri Payet is refusing to play for the club.
The Hammers‘ boss made the shocking announcement at the press conference ahead of their home match against Crystal Palace.
It was only in February that he signed a new deal to make him the best-paid player in their history on £125,000 a week.
Bilic said: “Let’s get serious. I have a situation with a player. It is Dimitri Payet. He wants to leave. We are not going to sell him.
In Snod we trust
The Hammers may have suffered a blow with the stunning news on Payet, but they are still desperately trying to bring in more attackers.
Having had a £3m bid rejected last week, West Ham have increased their offer for Robert Snodgrass to £5m as they try to tempt Hull into selling one of their best players.
They see the 29-year-old Scottish international as the ideal type of player to replace Payet
United to step up interest in Saul Niguez
Manchester United are poised to intensify their pursuit of Saul Niguez in the summer.
Niguez and Atletico Madrid team-mate Antoine Griezmann are top of Mourinho’s wishlist when he steps up his overhaul of the United squad.
Last season he signed a contract until 2021 which contained a £54m buyout clause.
Poch's Bark-ing mad
Ross Barkley's future remains unclear as Ronald Koeman’s transfer spree at Everton shows no sign of slowing down.
And that has sparked the interest of Premier League rivals Tottenham.
Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is a huge fan of the attacker.
A move this month looks unlikely, but the Argentine could launch a raid for Barkley in the summer with the England international only having 18 months remaining on his contract.
China's calling
Jordan Ayew is set to quit Aston Villa and join the China cash trail.
Shanghai SIPG have already registered an interest in the £12million-rated striker – and other Super League clubs are also keen.
Ben the Baggie?
West Brom boss Tony Pulis is ready to make a new move for Christian Benteke.
Crystal Palace chief Sam Allardyce will reportedly let £32million summer signing Benteke leave this month.
Pulis is set to come back in for the Belgian, 26, after missing out on him last year, and could finance the deal by selling Saido Berahino to Stoke.
The January transfer window hot gossip round-up, in association with Toolstation.