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GOOD NIGHT!

That's it from the transfer blog tonight - join us again first thing from 7am for another day of news and rumours.

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OZIL REJECTED 'CRAZY OFFERS'

Mesut Ozil rejected 'crazy offers' to leave Arsenal before committing to a new contract with the Gunners, according to his agent Erkut Sogut.

"We had some really big offers from Asia. There were some crazy offers," he told the Evening Standard. "But, for Mesut, money was by no means the biggest factor.

"Money is definitely one important thing to consider, but people must remember that footballing ability is just one aspect of a contract negotiation. The commercial impact of a footballer is crucial nowadays."

Ron Walker moderator

REAL MADRID STATEMENT

Having won four out of four games since taking caretaker charge at the Bernabeu, Santiago Solari has the job for keeps after being appointed Real Madrid manager on a two-and-a-half-year deal tonight.

A statement on the club's website (translated from Spanish) said: "The board of directors of Real Madrid, meeting today, November 13, have agreed to the appointment of Santiago Solari as coach of the first team until June 30, 2021."

Ron Walker moderator

BREAKING NEWS

Real Madrid have appointed Santiago Solari as the club's permanent new manager until June 2021.

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FA BAN REFEREE

Away from transfers for a moment, here's an odd one. Referee David McNamara has been suspended for 21 days by the FA after forgetting his coin for a pre-match toss and then asking the two captains to play rock, paper, scissors.

It happened ahead of the Women’s Super League game between Manchester City v Reading at City’s Academy Stadium on October 26th.

An FA spokesman said: “The FA can confirm that referee David McNamara has been suspended for 21 days, starting from Monday 26th November, after accepting a charge of ‘not acting in the best interests of the game.’

"This follows an incident in the WSL match between Manchester City and Reading on Friday 26th October when he failed to determine which team would kick off the match by the toss of a coin, as required by the Laws of the game. McNamara will return to duty from Monday 17th December.”

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KEWELL SPEAKS ON DEPARTURE

Harry Kewell has had his say on his Notts County departure, after lasting just 14 games at Meadow Lane prior to his sacking earlier today.

He said in a statement: "Firstly I would like to thank the fans for welcoming me to the club. Everyone behind the scenes, the players and coaching staff. I would also like to thank Alan Hardy for the opportunity.

"As you can imagine I’m very frustrated to leave after 73 days and 14 games in charge. I was excited by the opportunity of rebuilding a great football club with a proud history but unfortunately I was unable to see the project through.

"I wish the club and everyone involved all the best."

Ron Walker moderator

COTTRELL THE NEW SANCHO?

Arsenal Under-18 Ben Cottrell could be on his way to Borussia Dortmund to follow in the footsteps of Jadon Sancho, according to The Sun.

The 17-year-old midfielder is also attracting the attention of Marseille, the newspaper reports, after a strong start to the academy season.

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DINNAGE 'EXCITED' BY 'FANTASTIC ROLE'

Susanna Dinnage has spoken after being confirmed as the new chief executive of the Premier League earlier this afternoon, and has told of her delight at taking over from Richard Scudamore.

The president of Animal Planet will take part of the reigns - with part of Scudamore's old job, the role of executive chairman, being split off and replaced next year - in early 2019.

She said: "I am excited at the prospect of taking on this fantastic role.

"The Premier League means so much to so many people. It represents the pinnacle of professional sport and the opportunity to lead such a dynamic and inspirational organisation is a great privilege.

"With the support of clubs and the team, I look forward to extending the success of the League for many years to come."

Ron Walker moderator

NEW PL CHIEF NAMED

Susanna Dinnage from Discovery is to be the new Premier League chief executive, replacing the outgoing Richard Scudamore, according to Sky sources.

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MURRAY 'DIDN'T LOSE SLEEP' OVER NEW DEAL

Glenn Murray says he is pleased to sign a new one-year extension at Brighton, but wasn't exactly concerned over the prospect of his contract running out.

He said: “It’s very nice to have the security, especially when my family are based here, that’s a big thing for me.

“It wasn’t something I was losing sleep over, I was fully focused on the season as a whole and trying to keep Brighton in the Premier League.

“But it’s nice to put the next year to bed and know that I’ll be here at the club, hopefully playing in the Premier League again.”

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KEEPER RETIRES TO JOIN BLACK CATS STAFF

Craig Samson has terminated his contract with St Mirren to take up an offer to become goalkeeping coach at Sunderland.

The former Scotland international has decided to retire from playing immediately to join Jack Ross' backroom staff.

The Black Cats have moved quickly to replace Jimmy Walker, who has joined Paul Lambert at Ipswich.

The 34-year-old calls time on a 17-year playing career that saw him play for Kilmarnock, Ross County and Motherwell amongst other clubs.

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ERIKSEN ON CONTRACT TALKS

Christian Eriksen has been talking about a possible new contract at Tottenham - and the Danish international has given hope he may be the next player to sign a new deal with the club.

"I have my agent to take care of it so I can play football," he told one Danish outlet. "Then we see where it ends. "There have been talks with Tottenham many times. I cannot say if it’s over just yet – you must ask them."

Lewis Jones moderator

REGIONAL PAPER TALK

Mesut Ozil turned down offers worth £1million-a-week to commit his future to Arsenal.
Jose Mourinho is planning on selling Marcos Rojo and Eric Bailly in January to fund the move for a new central defender, according to a report.
Borussia Dortmund are believed to be tracking Arsenal youngster Ben Cottrell, according to reports.

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BREXIT TO IMPACT PL?

Premier League clubs are to discuss a Football Association proposal that would see the number of foreign players in squads reduced to deal with Brexit, Sky Sports News has been told.

Currently, Premier League squads can have up to 17 players from abroad in their 25-man squads but, under an FA plan, that number would be reduced to 12 with a resulting increase in homegrown players to 13.

Clubs will consider the idea at a meeting on Thursday, one involving a representative from all 20 clubs where a number of other issues will be discussed - the future use of VAR is expected to be high on the agenda.

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KEWELL LEAVES NOTTS COUNTY

Notts County have parted company with first-team manager Harry Kewell.

The former Leeds and Liverpool forward leaves Meadow Lane with immediate effect, along with assistant manager Warren Feeney and first-team analyst Paul Murphy.

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NASRI'S WEST HAM MOVE IN DOUBT

West Ham’s proposed deal to sign Samir Nasri is in doubt because of concerns over the player’s fitness, SSN understands.

The experienced France forward underwent a medical with the club on Monday and they are worried about how long it will take him to reach the required levels to play in the Premier League after 18 months out.

The Hammers’ initial proposal of a six-month deal with another year’s option, with wages thought to be around £80,000 per week, could therefore be redrawn.

Nasri was banned from the sport for breaching WADA rules in 2016 when he visiting an intravenous treatment centre in Los Angeles, but he can play again from January 1.

Manager Manuel Pellegrini wants to sign Nasri, whom he deployed to great affect during their time together at Man City, and he has been free to train with his squad since the beginning of November.

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JUVE KEEN ON SANCHO

Juventus are showing an interest in Borussia Dortmund forward Jadon Sancho, according to reports in Calciomercato.

The 18-year-old England international has impressed for the Bundesliga leaders this season with five goals and seven assists in all competitions.

Lewis Jones moderator

JOE COLE FOCUS

Following the news that Joe Cole has retired from football, we assess a career of astonishing promise - and genuine achievement.

READ HERE!

Lewis Jones moderator

EURO PAPER TALK

Several of Europe's top clubs will keep a close eye on Sandro Tonali this week, with the 18-year-old Brescia midfielder set to make his Italy debut. (La Gazzetta dello Sport)
Juventus are showing an interest in Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho. The 18-year-old England international has impressed for the Bundesliga leaders this season with five goals and seven assists in all competitions. (Calciomercato)
Celta Vigo star Maxi Gomez is a Tottenham transfer target. The 22-year-old Uruguayan has scored six goals and notched four assists for Celta this season after finding the net 17 times for the Galician side in the 2017/18 campaign. (El Pais, via Sport Witness)

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WATCH: CHRISTENSEN

Andreas Christensen has told Sky Sports News he's not happy on the bench at Chelsea.

Lewis Jones moderator

SIMPSON SIGNS

Bournemouth defender Jack Simpson has signed a new deal which runs until the summer of 2021.

The 21-year-old made his Premier League debut in the 4-0 defeat against Manchester City last season.

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JAMES TO JUVE?

Juventus are interested in signing James Rodriguez, who is currently in his second year on loan at Bayern Munich from Real Madrid – report Calciomercato.

The Colombian has fallen out of favour under Niko Kovac, fuelling discussion that he could be edging towards the exit door in Bavaria. The 27-year-old is thought to be unhappy with his role under Kovac and should he plot an escape, the Italian champions will most likely head the queue for his signature.

Lewis Jones moderator

BREAKING NEWS

Swindon Town have confirmed that Richie Wellens has been appointed as first-team manager.

The 38-year-old will now lead the club going forward with his current contract running until May 2020.

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OVER TO YOU!

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BREAKING NEWS

Discussions are ongoing between Manchester United and Spanish pair Juan Mata and Ander Herrera over new deals at the club, according to Sky sources.

Lewis Jones moderator

BREAKING NEWS

Former West Ham, Chelsea and England midfielder Joe Cole announces retirement.

Lewis Jones moderator

BOWYER ON SHREWS LIST

Former Blackpool manager Gary Bowyer is being considered for the vacant manager’s position at Shrewsbury Town, according to Sky sources.

John Askey was sacked by the club on Monday and Bowyer has been out of work since leaving Bloomfield Road in August.

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RONDON TO SIGN

Newcastle are set to make Solomon Rondon’s loan move permanent in the summer, according to the Newcastle Chronicle.

Rondon scored twice as Newcastle beat Bournemouth on Saturday and has said he’s keen to join the Toon on a permanent basis.

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CONTE LATEST

Former Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte is waiting patiently for the right project after side-stepping the Real Madrid job.

The Italian had been linked with the role at Madrid, but he reportedly ruled himself out of the running last week because it was not the right move.

He said: "Let's see what happens in the future, but for sure Italy. I would like be in Italy and work again in Italy, without excluding that I might work again abroad.

"For a manager of my level it is better to wait instead of jumping on a train. I prefer to wait for June and to start a path with a new team, a new project.

"For the moment, I don't feel the urge to go back to work. Maybe in a two or three months I will feel the desire and I'll say something different from what I am saying now."

Lewis Jones moderator

PAPER TALK

Manchester United have begun talks over a new contract with midfield duo Juan Mata and Ander Herrera. (Daily Telegraph)
Manchester United players have begun to question Jose Mourinho over his reluctance to drop Nemanja Matic despite poor form. (The Times)
Manchester United fear they will not be able to sell Alexis Sanchez despite the player's desire to leave Old Trafford. (Daily Telegraph)
Samir Nasri's move to West Ham is being held up over fitness concerns with West Ham likely to make a decision this week. (Daily Mirror)

Lewis Jones moderator

MORNING ALL!

We are live. The Transfer Centre is up and running. We’re here to bring you all the latest from around the world as the January window moves ever closer.

Oliver Yew moderator

THAT'S ALL, FOLKS!

We'll see you bright and early tomorrow morning from 7am for more transfer talk!

Oliver Yew moderator

CONTE IN NO RUSH OVER NEXT JOB

Former Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte is waiting patiently for the right project after side-stepping the Real Madrid job.

The Italian had been linked with the role at Madrid, but he reportedly ruled himself out of the running last week because it was not the right move. On Monday, the Spanish Football Federation confirmed that caretaker manager Santiago Solari would become Madrid's permanent head coach after agreeing a deal until the end of the season.

Conte, who left Chelsea in July, has now decided to extend his break from football until the summer and told Sky in Italy that he is enjoying the time away from management.

When asked if he would like a job in Italian football, Conte said: "Let's see what happens in the future, but for sure Italy. I would like be in Italy and work again in Italy, without excluding that I might work again abroad. For a manager of my level it is better to wait instead of jumping on a train. I prefer to wait for June and to start a path with a new team, a new project. For the moment, I don't feel the urge to go back to work. Maybe in a two or three months I will feel the desire and I'll say something different from what I am saying now."

Oliver Yew moderator

CHRISTIE PRAISES RODGERS

Ryan Christie praised Brendan Rodgers for managing his Celtic career from loanee to a new three-year deal with the Parkhead club.

The 23-year-old attacking midfielder had a brief loan period at Inverness after joining the Hoops on a four-year deal from the Highland club in 2015 and then two loan spells at Aberdeen before returning to the Glasgow club in the summer.

Christie has begun to make his mark with the double-treble winners this season with three goals in the last five games coming before his new contract was confirmed on Monday afternoon. He revealed that inherent confidence in his own ability along with advice from boss Rodgers, who took over from Ronny Deila in 2016, kept him from harbouring doubts about a career at Celtic.

“I never really let myself think like that,” he told Press Association Sport. “And this was where the manager was really good for me. Any time I went out on loan he pulled me in and told me what I needed to work on and what to concentrate on. The main part obviously was game time but there were other aspects that I needed to improve as well. That time at Aberdeen put me in great stead and I am benefiting from that which is good.”

Oliver Yew moderator

YOUNG IN TALKS OVER NEW UTD DEAL

Manchester United are in discussions with Ashley Young over a new one-year contract for the defender, according to Sky sources.

Young's current deal is due to expire at the end of the season but United are considering offering him a second successive one-year extension, having previously triggered a clause in his contract in March.

However, Sky sources understand talks between the two parties are still in the early stages.

MORE HERE

Oliver Yew moderator

PEPE TO ARSENAL?

Arsenal may now move for in-demand Lille winger Nicolas Pepe in January after the ankle injury sustained by forward Danny Welbeck, reports Football.London.

Oliver Yew moderator

ICYMI: NEW CELTIC DEAL FOR CHRISTIE

Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie has signed a new three-year contract with the club.

Christie has been in impressive form for Brendan Rodgers' side this season, playing 15 times and scoring three goals in his last three matches.

Those goals included a superb strike in the 3-0 Scottish League Cup semi-final win over Hearts at Murrayfield, while he also featured in the Hoops' 2-1 win over RB Leipzig last week in the Europa League.

FULL STORY

Oliver Yew moderator

EVERTON INTERESTED IN BRAHIMI

Everton are one of a number of clubs reportedly interested in Porto winger Yacine Brahimi, according to the Liverpool Echo.

Oliver Yew moderator

REAL'S NEW BOSS

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BREAKING NEWS

Ashley Young is in discussions with Manchester United over a new one-year contract.

Oliver Yew moderator

COLBACK: NEWCASTLE FUTURE ‘BLEAK’

Newcastle midfielder Jack Colback - who is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest - has revealed his future at St James' is looking "bleak" under current manager Rafa Benitez.

"My situation at Newcastle looks pretty bleak, with Rafa," he said. "That is one of those things. I am not too fussed about that, but it was disappointing with the way it ended, with Newcastle being my home town club. But that is football. Obviously the aim is to get Forest promoted. Then we will see.

"If the (Newcastle) manager comes calling and wants to take me back there, we will cross that bridge when we come to it. But we are a long way off that just yet. We will keep calm for now."

Oliver Yew moderator

LAMELA NOT THINKING ABOUT RIVER PLATE RETURN

Tottenham's Erik Lamela insists he wants to enjoy success at the north London club before thinking about a return to River Plate.

“I don’t know, in this moment I am thinking only Tottenham,” he said when asked about ending his career at River. “Tottenham is the club that is giving me everything. Of course I love River but, it is not time to think about coming back.

“I think River are playing very good at the moment, without me. I am confident that they can win [against Boca], I hope they can show in another final that they have experience and I believe in the team.”

Oliver Yew moderator

BREAKING NEWS

Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie has signed a new three-year contract with the club.

Oliver Yew moderator

ICYMI: NASRI UNDERGOING WEST HAM MEDICAL

Samir Nasri is undergoing a medical at West Ham ahead of signing a short-term deal, according to Sky sources.

The former Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder is currently serving an 18-month ban after receiving an intravenous treatment at a Los Angeles clinic in December 2016 in breach of World Anti-Doping Agency rules.

However, that suspension finishes at the end of December, and the 31-year-old has been free to train with a club since the start of November.

Now he is set to sign a deal with West Ham.

FULL STORY!

Oliver Yew moderator

WOLVES, LIVERPOOL BATTLE FOR TODIBO

Wolves reportedly face competition from Liverpool for the signature of Toulouse defender Jean-Clair Todibo, according to the Birmingham Mail.

Richard Morgan moderator

BURNLEY NAME STONE AS U23 BOSS

Burnley have named Steve Stone as their new U23's coach.

The former England international replaces Michael Duff in the role.

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SHREWS PART COMPANY WITH ASKEY

Shrewsbury Town can confirm the club have parted company with manager John Askey.

Assistant manager John Filan and first-team coach George Pilkington have also left the club.

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SCOLARI SET FOR FULL-TIME REAL JOB

Santiago Solari will become Real Madrid’s next head coach, according to Sky sources.

The former Argentina international has agreed a contract until the end of the season and Real Madrid have filed confirmation papers to the Spanish FA.

Spanish rules mean a caretaker manager can only take charge for up to 15 days, Solari’s temporary spell ends tomorrow.

SSN understands Solari’s four wins in four games impressed the Real Madrid president and board, meaning he was the clear candidate to take over.

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SAINTS TO STICK WITH HUGHES

Southampton are sticking by Mark Hughes and he will be in charge for their next game against bottom-club Fulham, SSN understands.

The south-coast club's hierarchy remain happy with the 55-year-old and the squad they assembled in the summer, despite just one victory from their opening 12 games.

Although there is agreement within the club that they should have picked up at least one more win based on their performances, there is no crisis state yet at Staplewood.

Instead the club took “constructive action” in parting company with long-term vice chairman Les Reed last week, with the intention to “make a change that will provide new drive and direction” and “get results back on track”.