Real Madrid to pursue two superstars in January, Barcelona consider surprising swoop for former Chelsea star, and more transfer news - 24th November 2018 

Welcome to Sportskeeda's daily transfer roundup.

Over the course of today, as usual, several new transfer rumours have emerged while several others have fizzled out. Today's share of top rumours feature some top clubs like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, and Manchester United, among others.

On that note, amidst all the noise and chaos being generated by the upcoming winter transfer window, here's a look at all of the top transfer rumours, news, and updates for the day:

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Arsenal plan £44m move for Roma's Cengiz Ünder

On Arsenal's radar

Cengiz Ünder was one of Eusebio Di Francesco's first signings at Roma, when he signed in July 2017. Since then, the 21-year-old has put in some phenomenal performances, rising to prominence in a surprisingly short period of time.

Now, according to reports from The Daily Star, the Turkish footballer now finds himself on Arsenal's radar, with new manager, Unai Emery, believed to be extremely interested in signing the youngster.

With Aaron Ramsey set to leave at the end of the season, and Danny Welbeck currently sidelined by a serious injury, Emery allegedly wants to reinforce his midfield in the January transfer window, and has reportedly convinced Arsenal to make an offer of more than £44 million for Ünder.

Notably, the winger had previously declared his desire to play in the Premier League during an interview with Turkish paper Milliyet last year, when he said:

"Every player wants to play in a team like Manchester United or Chelsea. I believe that one day I will play for one of those teams."

"Among the leagues I want to play in are La Liga, the Bundesliga and the Premier League, but I want to play in the Premier League the most."

Real Madrid reject Juventus' approach for Marcelo

Marcelo will be going nowhere, according to Real Madrid President, Florentino Perez

Following Cristiano Ronaldo's departure to Juventus, several rumours seem to suggest that his close friend and former Real Madrid teammate, Marcelo, was also keen on moving to Juventus.

Some reports even suggested that Juventus had already made an approach for the Brazilian full-back. However, according to latest reports from Calciomercato via Goal.com, Real Madrid President, Florentino Perez, views Marcelo as a crucial part of the team and has decided to retain him.

The reports claim that Madrid have told Marcelo's representatives, as well as Juventus, that the 30-year-old, who is contracted until 2020, will stay at Real Madrid next season.

Juventus step up chase for David de Gea but are set to face competition for Paul Pogba

Juventus are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United's Paul Pogba(l) and David de Gea(r)

Juventus may have added Cristiano Ronaldo to their ranks earlier in the summer, but their quest for high-profile acquisitions will not stop there. The Serie A giants have been heavily linked with Manchester United duo, David de Gea and Paul Pogba.

Now, as per reports from The Sun, Juventus have reportedly met with de Gea's agent - Jorge Mendes, to try and thrash out a deal for the Spanish goalkeeper. Notably, Jose Mourinho had said that he was "not confident" of de Gea signing a new contract.

Meanwhile, reports from the Mirror claim that Juventus are set to face competition from Inter Milan for Paul Pogba's signature. According to the report, Inter's new CEO, Beppe Marotta, previously worked as a director at Juventus and wants to mark the start of his reign at Inter with Pogba's high-profile signing.

Barcelona consider January swoop for Branislav Ivanovic

Branislav Ivanovic currently plays for Zenit Saint Petersburg

Samuel Umtiti's injury could prove to be a major threat to Barcelona, should they fail to secure replacements in the winter transfer window. Reports from Goal.com claim that Barcelona are keen on signing Ajax's Matthijs De Ligt next summer, but could seek a stop-gap solution in the winter transfer window.

The reports claim that Ernesto Valverde and the club's hierarchy are considering a short-term swoop for former Chelsea star, Branislav Ivanovic to shore up the side's defence. Ivanovic left Chelsea and joined Zenit in 2017 and is viewed as someone with immense experience - something that Barcelona are said to be in dire need of at the back.

Real Madrid to chase Eden Hazard and Edinson Cavani in January

Eden Hazard and Edinson Cavani are reportedly wanted by Real Madrid

Real Madrid's post-Ronaldo struggles only seem to continue as the season progresses, and there's little doubt that Madrid desperately need to bring in some new faces as soon as possible.

In light of the circumstances, reports from Goal.com claim that Madrid will seriously pursue Chelsea's Eden Hazard and Paris Saint-Germain's Edinson Cavani in the January transfer window.

Both players will understandably cost a fortune but Madrid are believed to be desperate enough to improve their constantly declining season.