Newcastle United plot £14m move for Premier League star, Redknapp could return to West Ham, and more

Newcastle United are reportedly plotting a move for Everton defender Mason Holgate.

Everton are without a manager at the moment, so it remains to be seen whether Holgate will be part of the plans of the new boss.

That said, Football Insider report that Newcastle United are keen on the 23-year-old, who can play either as a right-back or as a centre-back.

The defender would reportedly cost around £14m to prise away from Goodison Park, though the report does say that Everton are in two minds over whether to sell him.

Newcastle would be keen to make the move happen in the January transfer window – Holgate is contracted to Everton until 2022.

Another star linked with St James’ Park has been Jarrod Bowen, who has been in fine form for Hull City in the Championship this season.

The rest of today’s headlines:

Carlo Ancelotti has reportedly held talks with Arsenal and Everton, and either club wouldn’t have to pay compensation to old club Napoli if they were to bring the Italian on-board. (Daily Mail)

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola reportedly has a break clause in his contract, which would allow him to leave the Premier League champions at the end of this season. (Daily Mail)

Harry Redknapp has been linked with a shock return to football with old side West Ham United. (Football Insider)

On the other hand, the Hammers are linked with an even more sensational move, as they are reportedly working on a shock switch for Mauricio Pochettino, after his departure from West Ham’s bitter rivals Tottenham Hotspur. (Daily Star)

It is widely reported that Erling Haaland has held talks with RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund in regards to a move, yet the Norwegian star will also speak to Manchester United and Juventus before making a decision on his future. (The Guardian)

It is reported that Manchester United WILL NOT sell French World Cup winning midfielder Paul Pogba in January, despite interest from Real Madrid and Manchester United. (Goal)