Vanessa Keller

Arsenal will have to contend with Liverpool for Chris Samba's signature in January with Kenny Dalglish making the defender a top priority for the next transfer window.

Nico Yennaris has signed a contract extension at Arsenal, with the 18 year old keen to continue his career at the club where he has spent his entire footballing days.

Mehmet Topal has issued a come-get-me-plea to clubs in the Premier League, with Chelsea said to be front runners for the defender's signature in the next transfer window.

Arsenal centre back Johan Djourou believes that Robin van Persie is as good as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, as the striker continues to star for the Gunners.

Liverpool have confirmed that they will take Gustav Engvall on a trial period at the club, as Kenny Dalglish continues to put into a place a system based around building young players at Anfield.

Arsene Wenger has insisted that Arsenal are not looking to purchase Gary Cahill in the January transfer window, despite speculation continuing to allude to the defender making a move to the Emirates.

Milos Krasic is looking more likely to leave Juventus

Chelsea defender target Diego Godin is refusing to buy into transfer talk over a move away from Atletico Madrid, though the 25 year old has admitted that he would look at a deal if the Blues showed interest.

Bayern Munch legend Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has revealed that the German giants are chasing Arsenal target Marco Reus for a possible January swoop.

Mikel Arteta has revealed that Arsenal signed him because they wanted to bring an 'experienced, creative midfielder' on board at the club, to help cope with the loss of Cesc Fabregas.

Mario Gotze is the subject of a great deal of transfer speculation, and Manchester United are amongst a host of clubs taking notice of the youngster as he scored a goal to take Borussia Dortmund past German giants Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga at the weekend.

Sir Alex Ferguson made a bid for Phil Jones in January, with the manager revealing that it took around six months for an agreement to be made to bring the defender to Old Trafford.

Arsene Wenger has insisted that he remains committed to Arsenal for the long term, with the manager revealing that he is completely satisfied with the signings he made in the summer transfer window.

Arsenal have been boosted in their pursuit of Eric Abidal, with the Barcelona defender's agent revealing that contract talks are still stalling with the Catalan side.

As the international break comes to an end and Premier League action takes over again, Manchester United go into their tie with Swansea as overwhelming favourites to garner three points and keep the pressure on title leaders Manchester City.

Saturday, 17 November Swansea v Manchester United Liberty Stadium Kick-off: 1730 BST

After signing Oluwaseyi Ojo yesterday, Liverpool have made their intentions clear to stick to a policy of bringing youngsters with the potential to be European talents on board at the club.

Lucas Leiva has revealed that he is taking tips from Xabi Alonso and Sergio Busquets, with the midfielder adjusting to a role at Anfield that involves more defence.

Arsenal have been boosted in their pursuit of Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Marco Reus, with the star's agent insisting that talks haven't taken place with Bayern Munich over a possible move.

Daniele De Rossi will be happy to spend his career at Roma, according to Roberto Mancini

Liverpool have confirmed the signing of 14 year old sensation Oluwaseyi Ojo, with the youngster choosing a move to the Reds over Chelsea.

Thierry Henry has returned to Arsenal to train with the club, after his American side New York Red Bulls were defeated by LA Galaxy in the MLS finals.

Manchester City have shown interest in Manchester United targets Marek Hamisk, Ezequiel Lavezzi and Edinson Cavani, with the trio on Roberto Mancini's wishlist for the January transfer window.

Wesley Sneijder has denied that he made negative comments about Inter Milan, as the playmaker continues to be the subject of transfer speculation.

Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his joy at the news that former Manchester United reserves keeper Ron-Robert Zieler has made his debut for the Germany national team, as the side drew 3-3 with Ukraine last night.

Owen Coyle has given his biggest indication yet that Gary Cahill could leave Bolton in January, with the defender the subject of a great deal of transfer interest.

Swindon Town have revealed that Chelsea offered 12 year old prodigy Jordan Young a deal to move to Stamford Bridge, but the youngster decided to stay with the club where he began his career, for the time being at least.

Arsenal and Tottenham have both made bids for Leandro Damiao, according to the Brazilian striker's agent.

Robin Van Persie has revealed that Theo Walcott is the reason behind his goals, with the striker claiming that the two players have a 'connection' that has allowed them to hit top form and bring Arsenal back to within contention for a Champions League spot.