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Transfer latest: Bayern Munich 'beating Man Utd, Liverpool in Dayot Upamecano race'

Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe have one final chance to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.

Tuesday morning's headlines:

Barcelona forward Martin Braithwaite announces his desire to remain at Barcelona beyond the end of the season despite their reported interest in Memphis Depay. Read more.
Tiemoue Bakayoko's agent claims that a permanent move to Napoli will be a "priority" for the Chelsea outcast at the end of the season. Read more.
Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil reveals that he wants to play in Turkey before he hangs up his boots, but the only club he would be willing to sign for is Fenerbahce. Read more.
Fenerbahce president Ali Koc claims that a deal for Arsenal outcast Mesut Ozil is edging closer, with the playmaker looking set to leave North London this month. Read more.
Valencia are reportedly ready to do battle with Arsenal for the signature of Norwich City playmaker Emiliano Buendia, who is believed to be valued at £40m. Read more.
The 21-year-old goalkeeper arrived from Southend last January. Read more.
West Bromwich Albion are reportedly hoping to sign Rennes midfielder Clement Grenier this month and have already tabled an contract offer for the 30-year-old. Read more.
Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in signing RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano this month, with talks currently at an advanced stage. Read more.
Hertha Berlin are reportedly not making a decision on the future of Arsenal loanee Matteo Guendouzi until the end of the 2020-21 season. Read more.
Liverpool are reportedly not looking to spend big money on a new central defender this month, despite injuries to Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly hoping to keep hold of midfielder Harry Winks beyond the January transfer window, despite interest from Spanish side Valencia. Read more.
The Dons have failed to win any of their last six league matches. Read more.
A report claims that Aston Villa are keen to strengthen in attack this month and have a couple of Championship players in their sights. Read more.
Middlesbrough midfielder Marcus Tavernier is reportedly attracting interest from a quartet of Premier League clubs, including Wolverhampton Wanderers. Read more.
A report claims that Brahim Diaz will return to Real Madrid once his AC Milan loan deal expires in the summer, rather than join the Italians permanently. Read more.
A report claims that Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Stuttgart's Nicolas Gonzalez, who is valued in the region of £27m. Read more.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been impressed by Rob Holding's leadership qualities and wants the centre-back to sign a new contract, according to a report. Read more.
With only 12 teams in action in week 18, Manchester City and Everton provide the bulk of our top picks. Read more.
The midfielder signed a short-term deal last August. Read more.
Arsenal are waiting for Gabriel Martinelli to have a scan ahead of Thursday's clash with Crystal Palace. Read more.
Manchester United full-back Brandon Williams is reportedly no longer a loan target for Newcastle United. Read more.
A report claims that Everton are pondering a move for West Ham United attacking midfielder Felipe Anderson, who is currently on loan with Porto. Read more.
Rennes youngster Eduardo Camavinga intends to wait until the end of the season before weighing up a move to Real Madrid or any other interested big-name clubs. Read more.
Arsenal full-back Kieran Tierney reportedly remains a target for Serie A side Napoli. Read more.
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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool15113131131836
2Chelsea16104237191834
3Arsenal1686229151430
4Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest168442119228
5Manchester CityMan City168352823527
6Bournemouth167452421325
7Aston Villa167452425-125
8Fulham166642422224
9Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton166642625124
10Tottenham HotspurSpurs1672736191723
11Brentford167273230223
12Newcastle UnitedNewcastle166552321223
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd166462119222
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham165472129-819
15Crystal Palace163761721-416
16Everton153661421-715
17Leicester CityLeicester163582134-1314
18Ipswich TownIpswich162681628-1212
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1623112440-169
20Southampton1612131136-255


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