The January transfer window is expected to accelerate over the next ten days, particularly for those clubs that have recently switched managers, such as Chelsea and Manchester United.
The biggest news of the day is that Man City have completed the transfer of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. The England defender has penned a five-year deal at the Etihad Stadium and will provide the Blues' backline some much-needed steel and experience.
Away from the Guehi deal, what else has been going on? Let's take a look.
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Chelsea target Charlie Cresswell
Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Toulouse defender Charlie Cresswell as Liam Rosenior continues his search for reinforcements at the back.
While the Blues are publicly chasing Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes, the move for Cresswell is happening behind the scenes. According to TalkSport's Ben Jacobs, the 23-year-old is high on the Blues' shortlist, and they could sign him in addition to Jacquet, rather than insteadof.
If Chelsea are to succeed in their pursuit of Cresswell, then they will need to act quickly. Wolfsburg made a formal bid for the player earlier this week, while Tottenham are also tracking him.
The former Leeds defender has had a brilliant season so far for Toulouse, and if he doesn't move this winter, then a move for summer feels almost guaranteed.
Raheem Sterling is a target for Napoli
Raheem Sterling is being lined up for a move to Napoli, with the Serie A champions reportedly pushing hard for his signature.
According to Sky Sports, Napoli are preparing an official loan bid for the 31-year-old, who hasn't kicked a ball so far this season after falling way down the pecking order at Chelsea.
Interestingly, the same report from Sky Sports also states that Sterling's preference is still to remain in London, with Fulham considered his most likely Premier League destination.
One way or the other, Sterling is almost certain to bid farewell to Stamford Bridge this winter, as Liam Rosenior has shown no interest in reintegrating the former Man City winger into the first team squad.
Juventus agree personal terms with Mateta
Jean-Philippe Mateta is edging closer to the exit door at Selhurst Park, and Juventus are said to be at the front of the queue.
According to a report from Italian journalist, Nico Schira, Juventus have already agreed personal terms with the players, and they are now pushing hard to agree a fee with Crystal Palace.
Mateta is said to be keen to get the move finalised and has already asked the Palace hierarchy to sanction the deal so that he can compete in the Champions League during the second half of the season.
If the Frenchman is sold this winter, then it could also spell the end of Oliver Glasner's time in charge of the Eagles. The Austrian has gone public with his transfer frustrations and is seemingly looking for a way out.
