Former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has recommended a potential centre-back signing for the Red Devils ahead of the winter transfer window.

The retired Bulgarian international star revealed that Leicester City Harry Maguire is the right man to boost the ailing Manchester United defence.

Berbatov further added that he was impressed with the England international centre-back during this summer’s FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia.

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The Leicester City star was part of the Three Lions team that reached the semifinals at the tournament in Russia before they were beaten on penalties by Croatia after both sides had played out a 1-1 draw at the end of regulation time (90 minutes) and extra time (30 minutes).

England went on to finish in the fourth spot after losing the 3rd/4th playoff to Belgium by 2-0.

Berbatov spoke about Harry Maguire while he was on BT Sport.

It’s an open secret that Jose Mourinho and Manchester United are looking for a new centre-back as they hope to arrest the recent decline in the defensive department at the club and Harry Maguire is one of the names linked with the club.

Premier League giants Manchester United have made progress in the bid to sign experienced Italian Serie A defender Kalidou Koulibaly ahead of the upcoming transfer market scheduled to begin as from next month.

This is according to respected journalist Duncan Castles via the Daily Star.

The journalist was speaking on the Transfer Window Podcast.

Kalidou Koulibaly plays his club football for Italian Serie A giants Napoli at the moment.

The 27-year-old is widely regarded as one of the best defenders on the world football stage and he has emerged as a possible signing for Manchester United.

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Journalist Duncan Castles ed that Manchester United have contacted Napoli about the availability of Senegalese international centre-back Koulibaly.

It was revealed that the Red Devils will have to pay more than €100m to prise Koulibaly away from Napoli when the transfer window reopens.

Kalidou Koulibaly has been a defensive stalwart for Napoli since he joined the Italians from Belgian champions Genk in the summer of 2014.

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has made Kalidou Koulibaly his top defensive target in the bid to improve the Red Devils’ ailing defence.

The former Premier League champions have conceded 26 goals in the first 16 games of the new league season.

English Premier League outfit Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has given the hint that his side will have some transfer activates when the winter transfer window is opened.

With few weeks to the opening of the window, the West London side have already been linked with a number of players that could eventually find their ways to the Stamford Bridge.

Having started on a very good note, the season is now becoming more difficult for the Blues team especially after they saw their first two consecutive defeats in the Premier League against Tottenham and Wolves respectively.

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Chelsea were only encouraged and brought back into the title race when they defeated Premier League champions Manchester City at the last weekend.

The Italian boss is now ready to do some business but noted that he will not rush into buys and will not have too many additions in the winter window.

The Italian boss, therefore, stressed that what is most important is a change of mentality by his side that will help blend with the new way of playing before any addition.

However, while an addition is expected, suggestions are that a number of players will find their ways out of the club as a result of their lack of playing time under the former Napoli boss.

English Premier League side Chelsea are set to conclude the group stage of the Europa League against Videoton later on Thursday evening with the hope of having a perfect record.

The West London side have not lost any game so far in the competition and they will hope it continues despite already booking their place in the second round as group leaders.

More still, their host in Hungary are currently the third position and will only need a draw or win to qualify to the knockout stage which will definitely make the clash a good one to see.

However, Chelsea fans will not expect to see Kepa Arrizabalaga in between the sticks for the obvious reason that work has already been done which means Willy Caballero would be available.

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Because of the expected fight from the home side, Sarri is likely to stick with a good side at the defence with Zappacosta, Christensen, Gary Cahill and Emerson.

Also, Cesc Fabregas, Ross Barkley and Ampadu could get the nod at the middle while Victor Moses, Alvaro Morata and Hudson-Odoi could also be considered in the attack.

Meanwhile, the West London side have had a good outing so far this season despite recently seeing two consecutive defeats in the Premier League against Tottenham and Wolves.

It was earlier expected that West London side will have a free run in their bid to sign Croatia international Mateo Kovacic on a permanent bid but that has changed with reports that London rivals Tottenham have already approached his owners Real Madrid.

Mateo Kovacic is currently on loan at the Stamford Bridge after failing to make the team at the Bernabeu and has impressed manager Maurizio Sarri which makes the club plan the idea of having him on a permanent deal.

With Real Madrid looking unsure about having Mateo Kovacic return back to Spain, Tottenham are making efforts to steal the opportunity and they are reported to have made inquiries about the player’s availability.

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The North London side had no transfer deal in the last summer because of the financial commitment of the club on the new stadium and they seem to be storming the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks to have more additions.

Tottenham see Mateo Kovacic as a good fit for the club and they are hopeful they can convince him into staying at the club knowing that he has lots of competitors at the Stamford Bridge which he might not win at the end of the day.

Latest report hints that Liverpool have had a change of mind in their earlier plan to recall impressive winger Harry Wilson from his current loan spell at the EFL Championship outfit Derby County.

This was made public by the British daily broadsheet newspaper The Telegraph journalist John Percy.

Although a recall clause was inserted in Harry Wilson’s loan deal before his move to the Championship side it would not be activated for now according to the reliable journalist.

This, therefore, means that Harry Wilson will remain at the Pride Park for the remainder of the season in the EFL Championship as they wish he continues his development as a player.

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The speculation of his recall came to limelight after seeing the 21-year-old talent impress for the Frank Lampard side with reports that the Reds’ management are already preparing to have him return to the Anfield.

Harry Wilson has scored a total of 8 goals so far this season and two assists in the 18 appearances under his belt.

The Liverpool team are now in real business as they see hope of winning a title this season. Therefore suggestions are that they will stick with their traditional trio at the attack and not bring in distractions.

Three-time European champions Manchester United are firmly focused on the task of signing Lyon midfielder Tanguy Ndombele with few weeks left before the start of the upcoming transfer market.

The Sun believes that the Red Devils are a serious contender in the race to sign the French international midfielder.

Tanguy Ndombele is also attracting the interests of other Premier League sides like Chelsea, Liverpool and champions Manchester City.

It was further revealed that Lyon will only sell the player if they receive an offer of around £90m.

The 21-year-old broke into the Lyon team at the start of last season and he went on to score one goal in addition to providing eight assists in 50 appearances for the French club in all competitions.

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He has started this season in similarly impressive fashion after scoring twice and providing four assists in 21 games for Lyon in all competitions.

Ndombele has shone for Lyon especially in the Champions League.

The young French midfielder impressed for Lyon in both matches against Premier League champions Manchester City in the Champions League.

Tanguy Ndombele and Lyon stunned the Citizens 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium in their first meeting before playing out a 2-2 draw at home to the same opponent.

He has become a full international for France after making his debut against European minnows Iceland in an international friendly in October.

Premier League giants Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a £10m move for a Spanish La Liga player ahead of the upcoming winter transfer window scheduled to start in the next few weeks.

This is according to Spanish radio station Cadena Ser via sportsmole.

It was revealed that the Gunners have been impressed with the performances of Real Valladolid defender Fernando Calero in the Spanish top flight this season and are ready to make a move for him when the transfer window opens.

The 23-year-old centre-back has impressed a great deal for newly promoted Spanish La Liga side Real Valladolid this season.

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The Spaniard has a £10m release clause in his current Real Valladolid contract and he represents a cheap option for the Gunners in their quest to offset the loss of Rob Holding to injury.

Rob Holding suffered a serious knee injury during the Premier League clash with rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

He sustained the injury during a collision with Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford and he will be out of action for around six to nine months.

Since the injury to young English defender Rob Holding, Arsenal have been linked with several centre-backs including Espanyol defender Mario Hermoso.

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has emerged as a top transfer target for Italian Serie A giants AC Milan ahead of the upcoming mid-season transfer window.

This is according to the publication from Italian media outlet Gazzetta dello Sport.

It was revealed that the seven-time European champions have added the England international star to the list of their transfer targets as a replacement for former player Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Milan have made Ibrahimovic their top striking target ahead of the upcoming transfer market scheduled to start as from the 1st of January.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic won the Italian Serie A title during his first spell at AC Milan and the Italians are keen for him to make a return to the club.

AC Milan are pushing for a return to the Champions League via a top-four spot on the Italian Serie A table.

The former European champions want to boost their squad ahead of the second half of the season with the addition of the aforementioned Ibrahimovic.

The retired Swedish international striker currently plays for Major League Soccer (MLS) side LA Galaxy and he’s available for a short-term loan move.

The MLS is on break at the moment.

Manchester United striker Rashford is their alternative for Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira has revealed the reason behind his summer transfer to the club.

The Uruguayan international star joined the North London club from Italian Serie A side Sampdoria in the summer after the World Cup heroics with his country.

Torreira was part of the Uruguay squad that reached the quarterfinals of this summer’s FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia.

Lucas Torreira and Uruguay crashed out of the tournament via a 2-0 loss to eventual champions France.

Arsenal and Sampdoria agreed on a transfer fee of around £26.5m in three instalments to secure his transfer.

Lucas Torreira became an Arsenal player on July 11 and he has become a key player for the Gunners since then.

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What made his mind up as regards signing for Arsenal?, Lucas Torreira told the club’s website that the personal call from manager Unai Emery played a big role in him signing for the Gunners.

The Uruguayan also revealed that he had several interests from Italian top-flight clubs before the call from Arsenal came.

Lucas Torreira started the season out of the starting XI for the first five league games as Unai Emery eased him into the Arsenal team.

He made his first Premier League start in the sixth league game of the season against Everton and has retained his place on the team.

As a matter of fact, Lucas Torreira is one of the first names on the Arsenal starting XI.