Transfer news LIVE: Suarez to Arsenal in coming hours, Man Utd request, Chelsea want ONE

Transfer news LIVE: Tuesday January 28

• Arsenal are set to complete the loan signing of Denis Suarez from Barcelona in the next few hours
• Man Utd could raid Monaco for Youri Tielemans before the transfer window closes on Thursday
• Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri confirms he wants to sign one more player this month
• Liverpool have been quoted a price by Brescia for highly-rated midfielder Sandro Tonali

15.00 UPDATE: Why Liverpool decided against deal

Liverpool were interested in getting a playmaker for Jurgen Klopp during the January transfer window but scrapped the plan.

The Reds are flying high at the top of the Premier League ahead of Wednesday night’s showdown with Leicester at Anfield.

And they have decided to keep their powder dry this month, with claims Klopp does not want to disrupt his squad.

However, Xherdan Shaqiri’s impact means Liverpool have simply decided to shelve plans to buy a Nabil Fekir-type player.

14.45 UPDATE: Man City fail with Isco bid

Pep Guardiola dreams of luring Real Madrid playmaker Isco to Manchester City, according to Spanish journalist Eduardo Inda.

“Mikel Arteta had called Isco to consummate Pep Guardiola’s eternal dream, which is to sign him,” Inda said.

However, Inda says City had no chance of snaring Isco by low-balling Real.

“The City made an offer to sign Isco and that was €50m (£43m), a ridiculous offer,” Inda added.

14.39 UPDATE: Arsenal want deal done before Thursday

Arsenal have identified a number of options to replace the injury-stricken Hector Bellerin before Thursday’s transfer deadline.

Bellerin is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines having ruptured ligaments in his left knee nine days ago.

But Emery is hoping to secure a temporary replacement for the defender in the form of Kevin Malcuit.

France Football, though, indicate Arsenal may find Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis hard to strike a deal with.

14.33 UPDATE: Latest on potential Tottenham deals

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino has provided a disappointing update as far as Spurs fans are concerned.

“You know how we work – in the last minute anything can happen,” Pochettino said. “Of course different players maybe will have the opportunity to leave the club.

“We’re going to see, there’s not too much time. A few days ago I was very optimistic about some options to sign – realistic options to sign – but today no, I’m not optimistic.”

Tottenham are keen to sign a striker after Harry Kane was ruled out until early March with an ankle ligament injury.

14.27 UPDATE: Man Utd make Steven Bergwijn request

Manchester United have asked PSV Eindhoven to keep them up to date regarding the future of winger Steven Bergwijn, reports claim.

Bergwijn is one of the hottest properties in the Eredivisie with his performances turning the heads of a legion of scouts.

United are among the top European clubs to have been impressed by the winger, who has been capped by Holland.

The Mirror reckon United have requested PSV let them know of any plans to sell the highly-rated 21-year-old.

14.20 UPDATE: Chelsea boss wants ONE deal

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri wants one more player to arrive at Stamford Bridge before the transfer window closes on Thursday night.

“I don’t know,” Sarri admitted, when asked about replacing Cesc Fabregas. “You know my opinion, I thought it was important to have two players.

“One has arrived, I am waiting for another. If he arrives I will be very happy, but I won’t be too worried. I am happy to play with these players.”

Sarri has already welcomed Gonzalo Higuain to west London, with the hitman’s arrival paving the way for Alvaro Morata to leave.

14.10 UPDATE: Real Madrid create Eden Hazard plan

Real Madrid are ready to give Mateo Kovacic to Chelsea as part of a deal for Eden Hazard, Spanish reporter Eduardo Inda claims.

“There is a player who, except for a surprise, will sign for Real Madrid. It’s Eden Hazard,” Inda said.

“Chelsea speaks of €100m (£87m). Madrid has a player on loan there, who is [Mateo] Kovacic, and wants to include him in the operation and that at most costs him €30m (£26m).”

Hazard has made no secret of his desire to join Real, with constant flirtation regarding a potential move over the past 18 months.

13.55 UPDATE: Why Chelsea missed out on Leandro Paredes

Paris Saint-Germain chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi has revealed why his club beat Chelsea and other suitors to a deal for Leandro Paredes.

“Leandro brings with him the traditional strengths of Argentinian football – a fighting spirit and excellent technical skills,” Al-Khelaifi said

“He will bring a lot to our midfield and I am sure he will fit quickly into our coach’s well-organised and ambitious team.

“Leandro’s arrival will keep the momentum, both on the pitch and among our supporters, ahead of the major events coming up. Exciting times lie ahead.”

13.50 UPDATE: Ivan Perisic to Arsenal revelation

Denis Suarez might not be the only new face through the door at Arsenal this week.

Arsenal are also targeting Ivan Perisic, who has slapped in a transfer request at Inter Milan.

Italian transfer guru Tancredi Palmeri has revealed Perisic is in line for a huge pay rise if joins the Gunners.

“Arsenal offers a salary of €7m (£6m) per year in Perisic, which at Inter gains €4m (£3.5m),” Palmeri tweeted.

13.40 UPDATE: Denis Suarez in an Arsenal shirt… sort of

Arsenal fans have been offered a glimpse of what Denis Suarez will look like in a Gunners shirt by craft Photoshop whizzes.

Arsenal have made a breakthrough with regards to striking a deal for the out-of-favour Barcelona midfielder.

And it could be announced later today, with an official presentation to follow.

Arsenal fans cannot wait for the confirmation though and that means Suarez has been edited into this season’s shirt already.

13.35 UPDATE: Maurizio Sarri confirms Chelsea decision

Maurizio Sarri says Chelsea have assured him Callum Hudson-Odoi is going nowhere amid interest from Bayern Munich.

“As you know I don’t have the power to sign a new contract,” Sarri said, referring to Hudson-Odoi, who is tied down until 2020.

“On the pitch I am very happy with him. The club told me in this market window he will remain with us for sure, and very probably in the next.

“I am really very happy with this. He is improving. I think he will be the future of our club and English football.”

13.20 UPDATE: Marouane Fellaini eyes Man Utd exit

Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini is ready to leave Old Trafford because of a decision from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, reports claim.

Fellaini is currently out of action through injury and has seen his side win eight games on the bounce under Solskjaer.

But the Daily Mail say he is not optimistic about his chances of making an impression with the Norwegian at the helm.

Solskjaer wants to play speedy players who are who good on the ball and, because he recognises he does not fit, Fellaini is ready to go.

13.15 UPDATE: How Unai Emery convinced Denis Suarez

Unai Emery tempted Denis Suarez to trade Barcelona for Arsenal by telling the midfielder he had faith in him.

That is according to Spanish transfer guru Guillem Balague as a deal for Suarez moves closer to completion.

“What #AFC get with D. Suarez is a hungry player, quality in the last pass and in quick transitions, personality to demand the ball,” Balague tweeted.

“He improved in his work rate without the ball. His main problem has been the lack of confidence of managers. Unai rang him to tell him he trusts him.”

13.00 UPDATE: Denis Suarez to Arsenal back ON

Arsenal are set seal a loan move for Denis Suarez today after resurrecting the deal with Barcelona.

Spanish outlets Esports COPE and Mundo Deportivo both claim an agreement will be announced in the coming hours.

Suarez is set to extend his contract until 2021 before being sent to north London and signing for Arsenal.

The Gunners will then have the option to sign him on a permanent basis at the end of the season.

12.50 UPDATE: Man Utd looking at Youri Tielemans

Manchester United have reportedly got Monaco misfit Youri Tielemans on their radar with less than 72 hours left to sign players.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has not pushed Ed Woodward into splashing the cash this month having replaced Jose Mourinho in December.

But it seems the Norwegian could soon have Tielemans at his disposal, with the midfielder having struggled at Monaco.

Belgian newspaper Nieuwsblad are claiming United are interested in offering Tielemans a fresh start at Old Trafford.

12.40 UPDATE: Chelsea want Barcelona star

Chelsea have identified Ivan Rakitic as the man they want to replace the departed Cesc Fabregas, reports in Spain indicate.

Rakitic is facing being pushed down the midfield pecking order at Barcelona by Frenkie de Jong’s summer arrival from Ajax.

But he could get the opportunity to chance his arm in the Premier League, with Sport reporting Chelsea like the look of him.

The Blues waved goodbye to Fabregas this month and missed out on first-choice replacement Leandro Paredes to Paris Saint-Germain.

12.30 UPDATE: Liverpool told Sandro Tonali price

Liverpool must be prepared to stump up £30m if they are to take Sandro Tonali away from Brescia, it has been claimed.

The Reds are said to have had a scout in the stands as Brescia drew 4-4 with Spezia in Serie B on Sunday.

And Tonali, who bagged the opener for Brescia, was the man they were specifically running the rule over.

Italian outlet Tutto Mercato Web reckon Liverpool, and fellow suitors AC Milan, have since been quoted a £30m (€35m) asking price.