Gordon Macrae

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish has admitted he is unlikely to sell any of his current squad during the current transfer window, amid speculation linking Darren Bent with a move to Liverpool.

CSKA Moscow forward Alan Dzagoev has urged Manchester United and Arsenal to make their alleged interest official with a formal offer in the summer.

The loan-signing of Thierry Henry is a temporary salve for Arsene Wenger's long-term plan at Arsenal and the Frenchman will use the January transfer window to scout a number of promising youngsters with a view to bolstering his midfield and strike force in the summer.

Newcastle United Transfer News: Aly Cissokho has revealed Newcastle have enquired over his future at Lyon but stressed the two clubs have yet to agree a fee.

Lille forward Moussa Sow has revealed he would relish the opportunity to move to the Premier League and highlighted Liverpool as a "dream club" to play for, as speculation mounts over the player's future.

Romelu Lukaku has admitted the lack of first-team opportunities at Chelsea could force him to seek a loan move elsewhere next season, if the situation does not improve.

Purported Liverpool target Nikica Jelavic has been urged to stay at Rangers, after the Croatian scored twice in the win over St Johnstone at the weekend.

Liverpool are close to completing the signings of two strikers, possibly within the next few days, according to former goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish is in need of additional fire-power up front after the club were held to a seventh home league draw at the weekend.

Chelsea defender David Luiz has laughed off suggestions that former Manchester United defender Gary Neville's description of him as a 'PlayStation Player' has contributed to his erratic form this season.

14 January Transfer Rumours: IBTimes UK rounds up the pick of this week's football transfer rumours, as Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool are all in the news.

Liverpool legend Jan Molby has backed beleaguered Reds' striker Andy Carroll to put his recent troubles behind him, starting with Saturday's clash with Stoke at Anfield.

Le Havre full back Benjamin Hendy has admitted he is flattered by Arsenal's interest but insists he is happy to remain in France for the time being.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas has quashed speculation that former Manchester United playmaker Cristiano Ronaldo has become unsettled in Spain.

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey is savouring his senior role in the Gunners' midfield but revealed he is looking forward to the impending return of England international Jack Wilshire.

Robbie Keane has backed Chelsea and Manchester United target Luka Modric to stay at Tottenham beyond the end of the season, and insists a move away from White Hart Lane could stunt the playmaker's career.

Liverpool legend Jamie Redknapp has lauded football's changing attitudes toward player fitness and credits young players, such as Tottenham's Gareth Bale, with pioneering a shift in perceptions.

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has pledged his long-term future to the club after he signed an extension to his current Reds contract.

Liverpool Transfer Rumours: Liverpool target Jackson Martinez has revealed his "joy" over being linked with a move to Anfield, but the Jaguares striker reiterated his commitment to the Mexican club ahead of any official interest.

Liverpool Transfer News: Since completing the signings of Jordan Ibe and Oluwaseyi Ojo at the talk end of last year, Liverpool have continued to scout a number of promising youngsters around the world.

Chelsea Transfer Rumour: Chelsea have emerged as favourites to land highly-rated Lille's Eden Hazard, after reports in France revealed the Blues are preparing a €30m for the playmaker this January.

Liverpool and Newcastle Transfer News: Crystal Palace starlet Wilfried Zaha has been cautioned to ignore the attention of Liverpool and Newcastle United, after the club's captain warned a move could damage his fledgling career.

Manchester United wunderkind Ravel Morrison has once again been linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with Newcastle United the latest club to be mentioned in conjunction with a move for the highly-rated 18-year-old.

Arsenal transfer rumour: Lille have reiterated their desire to keep hold of Eden Hazard until at least the end of the season, despite a number of top European sides bidding to secure his signature during the January window.

Exclusive Liverpool and Newcastle Transfer Rumour: The agent of Luuk de Jong has told the International Business Times UK that he has had "no direct contact" with Newcastle United or Liverpool over a possible transfer for the FC Twente forward, and cautioned the player was unlikely to move before the end of the season.

Alan Hansen insists Liverpool are well-placed to end their 16-year Wembley absence with a win against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night.

Manchester United Transfer Rumour: Demba Ba has refuted claims he wants to leave Newcastle, amid reports his management team have spoken with Manchester United over a possible January transfer.

Chelsea Transfer Rumours: Andre Villas-Boas has revealed Chelsea are on the look-out for one more player during the January transfer window, with the club set to finalise the signing of Gary Cahill in the next 48 hours.

Arsenal legend Martin Keown believes the club's young players will be inspired by Thierry Henry's return, in much the same way the Gunners' record goal scorer learned from Ian Wright when he first arrived at the club.