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With the January transfer window fast approaching, speculation is rife as clubs at both ends of the top flight table look to reinforce ahead of a crucial second half of the campaign.
As always, we’ve rounded up all the latest rumours – so scroll and click through to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
5. Toon eye up Mandron
Newcastle United are monitoring Crewe Alexandra striker Mikael Mandron. The 26-year-old used to be on the books at Sunderland, and has it three goals in 10 outings so far this season. (Football Insider) Photo: Gareth Copley/Getty Images Photo: Gareth Copley
6. Christie defends under-fire McBurnie
Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie has jumped to the defence of under-fire Sheffield United striker Oli McBurnie. The 24-year-old put in an underwhelming display in Scotland UEFA Nations League defeat to Slovakia on Sunday, and is yet to score in 14 outings for his country. But teammate Christie has claimed it is 'only a matter of time' before he comes good. (Daily Record) Photo: Rui Vieira - Pool/Getty Images Photo: Pool
7. Brighton and Newcastle plot raids for Ligue 1 hitman
Brighton and Newcastle United are both monitoring the situation of Reims' in-form striker Boulaye Dia. The 24-year-old is the top scorer in Ligue 1 this season, and has averaged a goal every other game in the league since making his debut for his current employers in 2018. (Chronicle) Photo: Francois Lo Presti / AFP Photo: FRANCOIS LO PRESTI
8. Leeds urged to sign Roberts replacement
Former Leeds United striker Noel Whelan has urged the club to sign a replacement for Tyler Roberts. The pundit has argued that the versatile forward has been "struggling" with the demands of the Premier League and is low on confidence. (Football Insider) Photo: Carl Recine - Pool/Getty Images Photo: Pool