FOOTBALL

Roman Abramovich is planning to make a swoop for Tottenham's coveted playmaker target Willian in January, according to reports on Christmas day, with the Chelsea owner believed to be willing to pay £35 million to sanction the star's move.

Newcastle are considering making a move for Darren Bent, according to reports, with the Aston Villa striker believed to be an apt replacement for Demba Ba as Liverpool and Arsenal both chase the Toon striker.

Liverpool and Arsenal transfer target Lewis Holtby has reportedly called off contract talks with his club, Bundesliga outfit Schalke 04

Manchester United have agreed a deal with Borussia Dortmund to purchase Robert Lewandowsk in the summer, according to German reports, with the striker believed to have been offered a wage in the vicinity of £100,000 a week to make the move to Old Trafford.