LATEST IN THE WINTER TRANSFER WINDOW

The intrigues in the current football transfer market continues as the market is set to close on 31 January 2018.

According to reports being monitored, Chelsea are interested in signing Frenchman Olivier Giroud. However, Arsenal Gaffer, Arsene Wenger will not allow Giroud leave unless the Gunners sign Gabonese Pierre-Emericl Aubameyang from Dortmund.
Aubameyang 
The UK Mirror reports that Arsenal are prepared to do business with Chelsea. Dortmund are also prepared for a swap plus cash deal for Aubameyang/Giroud. However, Arsenal is unable to match Dortmund's asking price for their valued striker.


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It is understandable that Chelsea desires to sign a tall centre forward to allow for long balls into the opponents vital area to be utilised. A trait which is currently lacking in Antonio Conte's set up at the Bridge.

The UK Guardian reports that Crystal Palace want lille defender Ibrahim Amadou but have two bids so far rejected by the French clubside. London newspaper, the Evening Standard reports in other news that Arsenal's Santi Cazorla is set for a new contract with the Gunners if he can prove fitness. The 33 year old has not played for the club since October 2016 having undergone 10 separate operations on an Achiles tendon injury nightmare.

Tottenham are confident of signing Lucas Moura from PSG having already visited London for a tour with the permission of the French club. The Brazil international cost PSG €38m from Sao Paulo in 2013 but has managed to make only six appearances  this season.

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