Arsenal preparing triple exit while Barcelona eye Bayern defender

Arsenal look to sell trio to raise transfer funds

Arsenal are considering selling Martín Zubimendi, Viktor Gyökeres, and Mikel Merino. All three players have struggled for playing time this season, and the club needs to balance its books to fund new arrivals.

Atlético Madrid are very interested in signing 27 year old Zubimendi. The Spanish side has tracked the midfielder since his time at Real Sociedad, and both clubs share a strong relationship. Gyökeres and Merino could also be moved on from the Emirates to help improve the club's financial situation.

Barcelona target Tah as Juventus search for a striker

Barcelona have made an enquiry for Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah. The 30 year old center back has been identified by sporting director Deco, who wants an experienced partner to support young defender Pau Cubarsí with leadership and stability.

However, a deal looks difficult. Bayern view Tah as a core part of their plans and have no interest in letting him go, especially with his contract running until 2029. The defender is also not considering a move away from Germany right now.

Meanwhile, Juventus are actively hunting for a striker in the January transfer window. They are monitoring 30 year old Alexander Sørloth from Atlético Madrid, Folarin Balogun from Monaco, and Mateo Retegui from Al Qadsiah. Sørloth remains a long standing favorite for the Italian club.

Premier League sides battle for Óskarsson and Verbruggen

Real Sociedad forward Orri Óskarsson is attracting serious interest from top English clubs. The 22 year old Icelandic international has registered 14 goals and six assists across LaLiga and the Europa League this season. Manchester United are watching him because of Benjamin Sesko's injury absence, while Tottenham Hotspur see him as a good fit for manager Roberto De Zerbi. Any potential transfer would need to exceed €20 million, with Everton, Brentford, and Sunderland also keeping tabs on him.

Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen is another player linked with a big move. Liverpool are monitoring the 24 year old as they plan for life after Alisson Becker. Real Madrid see the Netherlands international as a possible successor to Thibaut Courtois, while Chelsea and Manchester United are also long term admirers.