Vanessa Keller

Sir Alex Ferguson claimed today that Manchester United will only sign a player in January that they have been scouting for some time, and with the club being widely connected to Nicolas Gaitan, the Benfica midfielder is set to be the subject of a great deal of transfer rumours coming up to the next window.

Arsene Wenger has denied that Arsenal are chasing Lukas Podolski, with the Germany international currently considering a move abroad.

Kenny Dalglish has insisted that Stewart Downing is an integral part of the Liverpool squad, as the summer signing continues to find his feet at Anfield.

Didier Drogba has called on Neymar to make the move to Europe and show his worth for a top team, as Chelsea continue to be connected to the Brazil international.

Oldham Athletic centreback Zander Diamond says he couldn't be more excited to make the trip to Anfield to face Liverpool in the third round of the FA Cup.

Denilson has reportedly insisted that he is hoping to make his move from Arsenal to Sao Paulo permanent next season, with the midfielder planning on staying in Brazil for the long haul.

Crystal Palace starlet Nathaniel Clyne has been urged by manager Dougie Freedman to stay with the club, as transfer speculation continues to link the defender to Manchester United.

Per Mertesacker is relishing the opportunity to face Robin van Persie in the 2012 Euro football championships next year, with the defender set to feature for Germany as the side take on Holland in the group stages of the tournament.

David Villa has injured his left tibia in Barcelona's FIFA Club World Cup match-up with Al Sadd, putting an end to speculation that the striker is set for a move to Liverpool.

Kenny Dalglish has admitted that Liverpool have the option to add players to their squad in January, but the Reds manager won't speculate on any names as the transfer window edges closer.

Chelsea's chase of Luka Modric looks to have been ended by both the Blues and Tottenham, with Harry Redknapp insisting that the playmaker will not leave White Hart Lane under any circumstances in the next transfer window.

Arsenal are confident that Robin van Persie will stay with the club beyond next season, with Peter Hill-Wood insisting that the Gunners are happy to wait on the striker to discuss a new deal.

Manchester United have confirmed to Federico Macheda's agent that the striker is likely to be sent on loan in January, in order to build up game time and be able to compete with the likes of Wayne Rooney and Javier Hernandez for a starting spot on the squad.

Ola John has revealed he would like a switch to the Premier League, after the winger claimed that as a junior he had turned down offers from Arsenal and Manchester United to join FC Twente.

Manchester United are stuck with an injury list that just seems to keep on growing as the January window fast approaches.

Thomas Ince believes he made the right decision moving on from Anfield

Manchester United could be set for another blow in the January transfer window, with Antonio Valencia's agent remaining coy on rumours of a move to Italy.

Brek Shea would be interested in a transfer to Europe, according to his agent, as the winger completed his trial period at Arsenal this week.

Arsenal have been boosted in their pursuit of Lukas Podolski, with the striker claiming today that he would consider a move abroad rather than staying in the Bundesliga.

Raul Meireles has made a final plea for Didier Drogba to stay at Chelsea in the next transfer window, as the striker considers his options while contract talks with the London club continue to stall.

Javi Garcia's agent has insisted that the Spain Under 21 international is not planning on leaving Benfica for Manchester United in the January transfer window, as the Portuguese side prepare take part in the Champions League final 16.

Andy Coles believes that Manchester United will put in a top class performance to save their season as soon as January hits, as the club push their way back to the top of the Premier League table.

Arsene Wenger has confirmed that he will be in the market for a striker in the new year, with the Arsenal manager hoping to keep depth in the squad while some of his top players head off to the Africa Cup of Nations.

Eduardo Vargas can be better than Alexis Sanchez, according to his agent

Lucas Biglia is paying 'important attention' to interest from Arsenal in preparation for the January transfer window, according to the Anderlecht star's agent.

Manchester United are in the market for youngsters Nathaniel Clyne and Jetro Willems, according to multiple reports, with Sir Alex Ferguson considering the prospect of building on his youthful squad in the January transfer window.

Mikel Arteta believes that he is doing all he can to shore up Arsenal's midfield, with the Spaniard hoping to assist on-fire striker Robin van Persie in the goal department as the Gunners climb their way back up the Premier League table.

Wesley Sneijder has not been affected by rumours linking him with a move to Manchester United once more, according to Inter Milan coach Claudio Ranieri, with the playmaker struggling to find top form for Inter Milan so far this season.

Nikica Jelavic has admitted to being flattered by talk of a transfer to a club away from Rangers, after the Croatia international has continued to be the subject of interest from Liverpool.