TRANSFER GOSSIPS: Transfer gossips from European Newspapers January 23, 2022

Here is a collection of some of the interesting transfer gossip making the headlines across Europe today

Manchester United are interested in a summer move for Aston Villa's John McGinn (Sun)

Aston Villa are confident of signing Juventus midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur. The Uruguayan international is valued at around 16 million pounds by the Bianconeri, ( Sky Sports ) 

Chelsea are on the lookout for a left-back and have set their sights on Stuttgart's Borna Sosa. (Birmingham Live.)

Bayer Leverkusen have agreed to a deal to sign Zenit Saint Petersburg striker Sardar Azmoun on a free when his contract ends next summer. (Bild)

Corinthians president Duilio Alves has confirmed that the club will not be signing Diego Costa, who is a free agent after leaving Atletico Mineiro. (Globo Esports)

Newcastle have presented a new and improved offer for Jesse Lingard to Manchester United. The 29-year-old is eager to leave due to his limited game time at Old Trafford, and various Premier League clubs are interested. (Telegraph.)

Paris Saint-Germain are negotiating with Tottenham over a loan deal for midfielder Tanguy Ndombele, with Spurs' record signing looking for a way out in January. (Sun)

While speculation over Antonio Rudiger's Chelsea future rolls on, the German defender's latest comments will be taken as a boost by the Blues, after he spoke of his happiness in the city of London. (Sky Sports.)

Claudio Ranieri's role as Watford head coach is at risk after only winning two of his 14 games in charge. Watford hierarchy are out of patience with their coaches, and the veteran is likely to face the axe sooner rather than later. (Marca)

 Mikel Arteta is in line for a new contract at Arsenal, and the Gunners are determined not to let him fall in the hands of Manchester City, with his current deal ending at the same time as when Pep Guardiola's deal at the Etihad Stadium expires, in the summer of 2023.City see Arteta as a candidate to replace the Catalan coach should he leave the club.( Daily Mail)

Bayern Munich could lose Niklas Sule on a free transfer but they are now targeting Juventus' Matthijs de Ligt. (Sport 1) 

. Carlo Ancelotti insists Eden Hazard is in his plans as the Real Madrid boss poured cold water on speculation linking his with a Chelsea return this month. ( Marca) 

Newcastle United are reportedly targeting a transfer swoop for Dele Alli after boss Eddie Howe changed his mind over the Tottenham man. (Fabrizio Romano)

Atletico Madrid are reportedly targeting a move for Chelsea left-back Marcos Alonso. Atletico Madrid tried to sign Alonso back in 2019 before recruiting current left-back Renan Lodi. (Marca )

AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has advised Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe to sign for Real Madrid. (L'Equipe) 

Newcastle leading the chase for James Tarkowski but will need a big offer with Burnley still angry over Chris Wood transfer (Mirror)

Pep Guardiola has been offered the chance to manage Holland to realise his dream of becoming an international boss when he leaves Manchester City (Sun).

Burnley want to take Aaron Ramsey on loan for the rest of the season. Former Arsenal midfielder Ramsey is keen to return to the Premier League after his failed switch to Juventus. (Mail Online) 

Mario Balotelli set to return to Italy squad after a three-year exile. The striker hasn't played for the Azzurri since 2018 (Sky Sports Italia).

West Ham line up shock a £60 million move for  Dominic Calvert-Lewin with over-spending Everton in need of cash (Sun)

Newcastle United are hopeful of signing Burnley defender James Tarkowski, with Burnley willing to take a bid for the 29-year-old Englishman. (Sun via BBC)

Representatives of Sevilla defender Diego Carlos are trying to persuade the club to sell him to Newcastle. The Magpies are keen on the 28-year-old Brazilian, with the Spanish club wanting around £60m. (90 min via BBC)

Arsenal have submitted a 70m euro (£58.6m) bid for Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic. The 21-year-old Serbian striker has scored 17 goals in 21 Serie A appearances this season. (Tutto Mercato – via BBC)

Manchester City are set to beat Real Madrid to the signing of River Plate forward Julian Alvarez. The 21-year-old Argentine has been labelled the new Sergio Aguero, with Barcelona and Bayern Munich also interested. (Star via BBC)

West Ham have pulled out of the race to sign Wolves winger Adama Traore after being told the 25-year-old Spaniard is signing for Tottenham. (Football Insider via BBC)

Liverpool have distanced themselves from signing Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Denis Zakaria. The 25-year-old Switzerland international was initially linked with a move to Anfield. (Liverpool Echo via BBC)

Arsenal are close to securing an 18-month loan deal for Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo. Juve are willing to let the 25-year-old Brazilian go if they can bring in a replacement. (Tuttosport – via BBC)

Paris St-Germain are interested in signing 22-year-old Lille striker Jonathan David. Chelsea, Tottenham and Barcelona have also enquired about the Canadian's availability. (Calciomercato – via BBC)