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Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Today's stories feature the latest update on some of the major happenings in world football which may change the complexion of a few clubs. So let's head right in and take a look at the major happenings across Europe that made headlines on December 20, 2017:
Serie A
Juventus and Manchester United eyeing a swap deal
Two European giants are set to get creative in order to get their desired targets with Juventus and Manchester United eyeing a straight swap, claim the Sun. It is believed that Juventus are ready to make a move for Daley Blind who is supposedly keen on seeing the exit door in January.
In demand, United are set to ask for Alex Sandro and pip Chelsea for one of the market's hottest properties. The Sun claims that the Red Devils are keen on including Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the deal as well to offload two of the stars who are not in Jose Mourinho's plans. Sandro is reportedly eyeing a move to the Premier League with this deal being said to carry a lot of weight.
Napoli targeting Matteo Darmian
Sky Sports News has written that Napoli are close to approaching Manchester United over a deal for out of favour fullback, Matteo Darmian. The Italian has a contract with United until 2020 but is said to be unhappy at the club due to his bit-part role at Old Trafford. It remains to be seen whether Napoli are interested in a loan deal or a permanent move.
Bundesliga
Cologne sign Stuttgart forward
FC Koln have completed a deal to bring back former striker Simon Terodde from Stuttgart on a three and a half year deal. Terodde had played for Koln between 2009-2011 where he made five appearances for the Billy Goats.
The forward has been in brilliant form in the past couple of seasons and has been the top scorer of Bundesliga II, scoring 25 in each of the previous two campaigns.
Maxi Romero snubs Borussia Dortmund
Yesterday we had reported that the Westfalenstadion outfit is close to agreeing on a deal for Argentinian striker, Maxi Romero. But a new advancement has occurred with respect to the future of the 18-year-old. His agent, Rolando Zarate has today claimed that Romero will snub a €12 million offer from Borussia Dortmund and will instead join PSV Eindhoven in January.
Premier League
David Luiz wanted by Newcastle United
A fallout with Antonio Conte has brought the future of David Luiz in doubt as the Brazilian centre-back is being said to be shipped by Conte on loan next month. Shields Gazette reports that Newcastle United are eyeing a six-month loan deal for Luiz in order to strengthen their defence in their bid for safety.
Along with the surprise inclusion of Newcastle United, other big names such as Arsenal, Real Madrid and Chelsea are also linked with the 30-year-old.
Jack Wilshere wants to stay at Arsenal
The Gunners midfielder has revealed that he is eager to continue his stay at the Emirates and will not look for a move away from the club in January. A lack of regular games had thrown Wilshere's Arsenal future in jeopardy but a recent upturn in fortunes might have influenced his recent statements.
Wilshere said to Sky Sports, "I definitely want to be here, I’m enjoying my football and I love playing in the Premier League now and I want to help Arsenal get to where they should be. We just have to sort things out and I’m sure that will happen in the next couple of weeks and it will be sorted."
La Liga
Steven N'Zonzi spotted in London
One of January's definite movers, Steven N'Zonzi was today seen at the Gatwick Airport in London which has fuelled the speculations of his return to the Premier League. The Sevilla man is linked with the likes of Arsenal and Everton who are ready to pay his £32.5 million release clause.
N'Zonzi has not played for Sevilla since his fallout with manager Eduardo Berizzo in mid-November. The 29-year-old has previously played for Blackburn Rovers and Stoke City in the Premier League.
Fernando Torres pleads with Antoine Griezmann to stay at Atletico Madrid
El Nino has reportedly pleaded with Antoine Griezmann to stay put at Atletico Madrid past this season. The Frenchman has been linked with Manchester United and FC Barcelona and is also reportedly close to joining the Catalans in the summer.
Luis Suarez has publicly expressed his desire to play alongside Griezmann whereas United's interest in the attacker is well documented. Atletico Madrid have even lodged a complaint against FC Barcelona over allegations of tapping up Antoine Griezmann.
Rest of the world
Javier Mascherano close to completing a move to China
Sport has claimed that FC Barcelona have given in to Javier Mascherano's demands of leaving in the January transfer market and Mascherano is said to be one step closer to securing a move to Hebei Fortune. The Catalans are ready to let Mascherano leave but only in the final week of January as they wait for Samuel Umtiti to recover from his injury.
Brighton eyeing Ze Luis
After scoring just 14 league goals this season, Brighton and Chris Houghton are desperately in need of a striker in January. The Seagulls have identified Spartak Moscow's Ze Luis as a potential recruitment and have already seen a £5 million bid being turned down. But the Sun reports that Brighton will go back to the Cape Verde international as soon as the transfer market opens up.
