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Reports have suggested a twist in the Newcastle United takeover saga as an ex-Magpies striker was turned down. There’s also news from Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Everton, Barcelona, Birmingham City and more
Simply scroll down and click through the pages to view the latest first-tier gossip - and don't forget to check back tomorrow for more of the same.
1. The striker remains at Chelsea
Chelsea's France striker Olivier Giroud was upset after Serie A side Inter Milan pulled out of a transfer for him. (Daily Mail) Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos
2. Scathing!
“He has no confidence whatsoever and basically never looks like scoring,” Shearer on misfiring Newcastle United striker Joelinton. (BBC’s Match of the Day) Photo: Ian MacNicol
3. He's going nowhere
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta blocked the transfer of German midfielder Mesut Ozil to a club from Qatar in January. (90min) Photo: Stuart MacFarlane
4. Ex-Newcastle United man staying put
Chelsea turned down a deadline-day transfer for Dalian Yifang and Venezuela striker Salomon Rondon. (Sun) Photo: Wagner Meier