Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal have Vinicius Jr plan; Chelsea want Valverde; Gallagher medical – Discuss more here…

The January window is firmly in full swing as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham all work on deals during mid-season. The biggest news today sees Spurs hijacking Aston Villa’s move for Conor Gallagher, who will fly into London to undergo a medical after Atletico Madrid accepted a £34million bid. That will be Thomas Franks’s second signing of the month, after Souza, and more are expected.

Arsenal are said to be on the market for a new forward and have reportedly joined the race for Chelsea target Vinicius Jr. The Brazilian’s future at Real Madrid remains uncertain, even after Xabi Alonso’s sacking, and the Gunners have offered Gabriel Martinelli in exchange. Chelsea also want to raid the Spanish giants, and are said to have lodged a £104m bid to make Federico Valverde the first signing of the Liam Rosenior era.

Manchester United are set to confirm Michael Carrick as their new interim manager, and Wayne Rooney is keen to join the back-room team. Once appointed, Carrick will look to bolster his squad, and Elliot Anderson remains top of the club’s transfer wish list, along with Marcos Llorente. However, Man City are also keen admirers of the Nottingham Forest midfielder, and continue to pursue a deal for Marc Guehi. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!