Arsenal's January Transfer Targets: Kroupi and Schade

Arsenal are already sharpening their plans for January, with Eli Junior Kroupi and Kevin Schade both featuring on the club’s early list of attacking targets, according to football.london. The North London side want extra thrust in the final third once the window opens, and the pair have emerged as names under serious consideration.

The interest underlines Arsenal’s intent to add pace and versatility to Mikel Arteta’s forward options as the season heads into its decisive winter stretch.

Carrick backed at Manchester United

At Manchester United, the pressure is rising but the hierarchy are holding their nerve. Michael Carrick still retains the backing of the club’s bosses despite a poor start to the campaign, report The Sun.

Results have stirred questions around the direction of the team, yet the board are standing by their man for now, convinced there is still time to turn the season around.

Palmer pushing back into England contention

Cole Palmer’s form has forced its way back into the international conversation. The Chelsea playmaker is expected to return to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad after a strong opening to the season at Stamford Bridge, The Sun claim.

With his influence growing and end product improving, Palmer is positioning himself for another shot on the international stage.

Mac Allister camp shuts down Liverpool exit talk

Alexis Mac Allister’s future at Liverpool has been dragged into the rumour mill, but his camp has moved quickly to cool the noise. The midfielder’s father has denied speculation that Mac Allister is looking to leave Anfield amid a stand-off over a new contract, according to The Mirror.

The message from the family is clear: frustration over negotiations does not equal a desire to quit the club.

Chelsea eye big-money move for Nico Williams

Chelsea’s recruitment drive shows no sign of slowing. The club are keen to explore a £69m move for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, report Fichajes.

The Spain international has become one of Europe’s most coveted wide players, and Chelsea see him as a potential cornerstone of their next attacking rebuild.

Liverpool told Rayan price as Bournemouth stand firm

Liverpool’s search for another wide forward comes with a hefty price tag. The club would have to pay £130m to prise Bournemouth winger Rayan away from the Vitality Stadium, according to ESPN Brazil.

Andoni Iraola’s relationship with the Cherries is not expected to soften Bournemouth’s stance. If Liverpool want the winger, they will have to meet a figure that would place him among the most expensive signings in Premier League history.

Evans leads Hibernian chase

In Scotland, the managerial carousel is already spinning. Steve Evans has emerged as the early front-runner to take over at Hibernian, report The Scottish Sun.

The club are weighing up their options, but Evans’ name sits prominently in the frame as they look for a manager who can steady the side and push them up the Premiership table.

Rangers line up cut-price Penrice deal

Across the city, Rangers have quietly positioned themselves for a bargain. The Ibrox club hold an option with AEK Athens to sign James Penrice permanently for under £1m, according to The Daily Record.

It is the kind of deal that could offer real value: a low fee, a player already embedded in the system, and room for growth in a squad that will expect to challenge on multiple fronts.