Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi emerges as a major focus for Inter Milan, while Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo holds a secret release clause, and the Blues are tracking Portuguese teenager Cardoso Varela.
Inter Milan's Pursuit in the England Defender
Serie A contenders Inter Milan have joined the competition to acquire the signature of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, though Liverpool are still the favourites to obtain the 25-year-old England international.
The Cherries and the Forward's Confidential Release Clause
Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo possesses a release clause in his contract, however the team are holding it confidential as they aim to hold onto the 25-year-old Ghanaian international, who has attracted interest from Tottenham and Manchester United.
The Blues and Barcelona Monitoring Teenager Varela
Chelsea and Barcelona are each monitoring Dinamo Zagreb's 16-year-old Portugal forward Cardoso Varela, adding to the transfer speculation around the emerging prospect.
The Seagulls Stand Firm on Baleba
Brighton have no intention to sell Cameroon player Carlos Baleba in January, even though the 21-year attracting attention from Manchester United last summer.
Manchester United Focus on Wharton
Manchester United have placed Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton, 21-year-old, ahead of Baleba on their list of transfer targets.
Casemiro Contract Extension Under Review
Manchester United are considering extending Brazil star Casemiro's deal past this season, however only if the 33-year-old agrees to a wage reduction.
Attention in Casemiro has emerged from Brazil and Saudi Arabia, yet Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim may make a case for the former Real Madrid star to stay.
Ter Stegen Commits to Club
Barcelona shot-stopper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, 33-year-old, has emphasised that he does not intend to depart the team, despite interest from Manchester United and Newcastle United.
Barcelona Target Defender, But Eagles Resist
Crystal Palace full-back Daniel Munoz is desired by Barcelona, but the Eagles will refuse to let the 29-year Colombia international leave in January.
Postecoglou Position Uncertain
Former Tottenham football officer Scott Munn's choice to join Serie A club Parma instead of Nottingham Forest is a further indication that manager Ange Postecoglou is on uncertain ground at the club.
Newcastle Review Contracts
Recently appointed Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson will oversee an review into the deal situation of the team's top players, as the club aim to avoid a recurrence of the transfer saga that saw Sweden forward Alexander Isak, 26, join Liverpool.
Chelsea Unconcerned About Midfielder
Chelsea are not worried over the future of Ecuadorian talent Moises Caicedo, 23-year-old, following the public axing of his representative.
Caicedo is set to be rewarded with a fresh deal by Chelsea to deter interest from Real Madrid.
Dortmund Pursuit in Barca Youngster
Borussia Dortmund are keen on Barcelona's 17-year Spain youngster Guille Fernandez, who has yet to earn a first-team appearance with the Spanish club.