Arsenal have received a boost in their pursuit of Yusuf Yazici after his agent admitted a big-money move is the Lille midfielder's aim.

Chelsea's France forward Olivier Giroud, 34, has emerged as a January target for David Beckham's Inter Miami.

Arsenal are exploring ways to structure a deal for Hungary midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, 20, who has a £23m release clause at RB Salzburg.

Manchester United could revive their long-standing interest in Raphael Varane, with the defender entering the final year of his contract at Real Madrid.

Manchester City are determined to sign Barcelona and Argentina forward Lionel Messi, 33, after boss Pep Guardiola agreed a new contract.