Latest transfer news and rumors: Palace strike deal for Johnson

With the January transfer window just days away from opening, the rumor mill is in overdrive. Check in every day for the latest buzz around the soccer world.

Top story: First major move?

Crystal Palace have reached an agreement with Tottenham Hotspur over a transfer for winger Brennan Johnson, which would mark one of the first significant signings of the winter window in the Premier League.

The two clubs have come to terms on a deal worth around £35 million and are keen to finalize the transaction. But the Welsh international hasn't yet signed off on the move to Selhurst Park amid interest from other teams. (The Athletic)

Other rumors

Dec. 30

Turkish delight: Liverpool are interested in signing Juventus star Kenan Yildiz. The Turkish forward, 20, has been one of the standout performers in Serie A this season, and Juve would likely demand around €100 million for their most important player. (Tuttosport)

Mea culpa: Manchester United, realizing they made a mistake letting Scott McTominay leave, are dreaming of bringing the Scottish midfielder back to the club from Napoli. (Caught Offside)

Bobb to BVB: Borussia Dortmund and Manchester City are in direct talks about a deal that would send Oscar Bobb to the German club. The 22-year-old will be allowed to join a new team if Man City finalize the signing of Antoine Semenyo. (Fabrizio Romano)

Lewy's list: Robert Lewandowski, slated to become a free agent in the summer, has plenty of options if Barcelona don't extend his contract. The Chicago Fire want to sign the 37-year-old, while Fenerbahce and multiple Saudi clubs are also interested. (BILD)

Gallagher's gone: Conor Gallagher is expected to leave Atletico Madrid in January. Manchester United, Tottenham, and Newcastle are all interested in bringing the English midfielder back to the Premier League. (TEAMtalk)

Scouting Senesi: Barcelona want to sign Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi on a free transfer in the summer. The Argentine center-back, 28, has other suitors across Europe that could complicate Barca's pursuit. (Sport)

Senesi says goodbye: Bournemouth center-back Marcos Senesi has informed the Cherries that he plans to leave the club in 2026, which has alerted Spanish giants Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. (TEAMtalk)

Midfield makeover: Juventus are looking at several different midfielders to bolster Luciano Spalletti's squad. They're tracking Guido Rodriguez, Davide Frattesi, Xaver Schlager, Quinten Timber, and Adrian Bernabe. (Sky Sport Italia and Tuttosport)

Double swoop: Everton are considering loan moves for Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee. Both players are looking to get more playing time during the second half of the season. (The i Paper)

Dec. 29

Money on the table: Liverpool have submitted an offer worth around £60 million for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Despite their opulent summer window that included multiple record-breaking deals, the Reds are once again expected to be active in January. (Fichajes)

All quiet at the Bridge: Chelsea, despite links with several players, expect to have a quiet transfer window. The Blues would like to add another central defender, but any additions to the squad are more likely to happen in the summer. (Standard)

Spurs seek scoring help: Tottenham want to sign a new forward in January. Manchester City's Omar Marmoush and FC Porto's Samu Aghehowa are potential options. (Standard)

More USMNT flavor: Fulham are interested in adding another American international to their squad, rekindling their interest in Ricardo Pepi. PSV value the 22-year-old striker at around £40 million. (Daily Mail)

Sigur suitors: Wolves are among the clubs interested in signing versatile Canadian international Niko Sigur from Hajduk Split. The 22-year-old can operate both in midfield and at right-back. (Fabrizio Romano)

Dec. 28

Neves plots return: Al-Hilal tabled an offer weeks ago to extend Ruben Neves' contract, but the Portuguese midfielder still hasn't put pen to paper. With his deal in Saudi Arabia set to expire in 2026, several European clubs have approached the 28-year-old about a January transfer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Smitten with Kees: Real Madrid and multiple Premier League clubs continue to monitor AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit. The Eredivisie club has already turned down offers worth €60 million for the 19-year-old, who's viewed as a future Dutch superstar. (Fabrizio Romano)

Kone on his way: Manchester United are expected to sign Roma midfielder Manu Kone in the summer. The French international's arrival will be the first step in the Red Devils' midfield overhaul. (Sports Mole)

Franco a no-go: Reports that Real Madrid are thinking about sending Franco Mastantuono out on loan in January are "wide of the mark." Xabi Alonso views the young Argentine as a key part of his team. (Fabrizio Romano)

Making Micky happy: Tottenham want to extend Micky van de Ven's contract amid rumors of interest from Europe's top teams. In order to convince the defender to remain with the club, Spurs are willing to put the him on the same financial terms as club captain Cristian Romero. (TEAMtalk)

McAtee could move: Chelsea and Leeds have both checked in on James McAtee to see if there's any chance of signing the 23-year-old English midfielder from Nottingham Forest. (Daily Mail)

Angling for Ake: Barcelona want to add Manchester City defender Nathan Ake on loan in January, but multiple Premier League clubs could offer a permanent transfer. Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, Fulham, and West Ham are all interested. (Caught Offside)

Courting Castro: Aston Villa, Chelsea, and Nottingham Forest are all chasing 21-year-old Bologna forward Santiago Castro. The Argentine is considered one of the most intriguing young talents in Serie A. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Dec. 27

Chelsea shop in France: Chelsea are monitoring French center-back Jeremy Jacquet and Saint-Etienne winger Djylian N'Guessan, but their first priority before making new signings is offloading players. Axel Disasi, Raheem Sterling, and Tyrique George could all be sold. (The Athletic)

Quick fix: Liverpool could explore a six-month loan deal for Paris Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos to provide cover up front while Alexander Isak recovers from his broken leg. (Caught Offside)

Tonali open to return: Newcastle star Sandro Tonali is open to the idea of moving back to Serie A. The Italian international, 25, remains one of Juventus' primary midfield targets. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Familiar face: Manchester United are considering a January move for former youth product James Garner, the 24-year-old midfielder who spent his entire academy career with the Red Devils before leaving the club in 2022. Garner's contract with Everton expires in the summer. (Daily Mail)

Dec. 26

Madrid makeover: Real Madrid's backline could look very different next season. The club is expected to allow David Alaba to depart as a free agent in the summer, while fellow veteran Antonio Rudiger could also leave. (ESPN)

Joe can go: Newcastle midfielder Joelinton is being targeted by the Saudi Pro League. If the conditions of a potential deal are favorable, the Magpies would be open to letting the Brazilian leave. (TEAMtalk)

Oliver out: Oliver Glasner is likely to be coaching a different team next season. The 51-year-old doesn't intend to extend his Crystal Palace contract, which expires in the summer. The Austrian bench boss wants to keep his options open. (Fabrizio Romano)

Casemiro conundrum: Brazilian midfielder Casemiro could extend his Manchester United contract, but only if he's willing to accept a significant wage reduction. If not, he could find a new home with the Columbus Crew. Multiple Saudi clubs are also interested in the 33-year-old. (Caught Offside)

Dec. 25

Center-back search: Barcelona continue to scour the market for help in central defense after losing Andreas Christensen to another long-term injury. Contact has been made with Nottingham Forest's Murillo, but a January loan for Manchester City's Nathan Ake is more likely. (Sport)

Plan B(arcola): With Antoine Semenyo making it clear that he prefers to join Manchester City in January, Liverpool have turned their attention to other forward options. PSG winger Bradley Barcola is now the Reds' primary target. (Caught Offside)

Transfer kitty: Tottenham are willing to splash up to £150 million in January. Savinho and Samu Aghehowa are being considered to add more creativity and firepower up front, while Spurs are also keen to add a left-back or left-sided central defender. (The Sun)

Serie A swap: AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri wants to sign Juventus' Federico Gatti. The Rossoneri are willing to offer either Koni De Winter or Santiago Gimenez in exchange for the defender, but they won't include midfielder Samuele Ricci as part of the deal. (Nicolo Schira)

Dec. 24

Gaggle of Guehi suitors: Marc Guehi's future remains uncertain as the transfer window nears. Barca were once keen on the Crystal Palace center-back, but have since "cooled" their interest. That's given Liverpool added hope. Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are also in the mix. (Mundo Deportivo)

Vini puts out feelers: Intermediaries representing Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior have informed Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City that the unsettled Brazilian is interested in moving to the Premier League. Contract talks between Vinicius and Real Madrid continue to stall. (TEAMtalk)

Liverpool's latest target: With Alexander Isak expected to miss at least two months after undergoing surgery on his fractured fibula and injured ankle, Liverpool are monitoring Brentford striker Igor Thiago as a potential attacking reinforcement. (Caught Offside)

Kicking the can: Manchester United will delay any decision on the possible sale of Joshua Zirkzee because Ruben Amorim's squad is currently stretched by injuries and the Africa Cup of Nations. Roma and West Ham are among the clubs tracking the Dutch forward. (ESPN)

Bakola battle: Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in signing Marseille midfielder Darryl Bakola, but the Premier League heavyweights are not alone. Newcastle, Borussia Dortmund, and Stuttgart are also tracking the 18-year-old Frenchman. (Foot Mercato)