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There's a lot of gossip surrounding the January transfer window. Transfer Talk keeps you up to date on all the latest gossip.

TOP STORY: Ronaldo nears player-ambassador deal

A seven-year deal with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr that will see him serve as an ambassador for the country's 2030 World Cup bid is close to being finalized, according to a report.

After the first two-and-a-half years as a player, he will join forces with Egypt and Greece to try and get the rights to the World Cup in 2030.

The report says that he will make 200 million per season for the period in which he will be a player.

After details emerged this week of growing optimism from the Riyadh-based side, it appears that they have got the deal over the line with a contract that will see the Portugal international.

It is expected to happen soon.

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PAPER GOSSIP

The future of Raphinha will be decided at the end of the season. According to reports, signs of impatience are beginning to emerge among the Blaugrana's hierarchy since the arrival of the winger. He won't be moving in January, but he needs to improve on his two goals in 18 appearances if he's going to stay with Barcelona.

Sport claims that Paris Saint-Germain are interested in Marco Asensio. With just six months left on his deal at the Santiago Bernabeu, clubs in Europe could begin to make their move, as uncertainty has overshadowed the 26-year-old's campaign this season. He's been linked with the club.

Ekrem Konur understands that Khvicha Kvarats Khelia is on the radar of Paris Saint-Germain. The 21-year-old Georgia international attackingMidfielder has been linked with a number of clubs across Europe after he scored 11 goals in 12 games in Italy's top flight and in the group stage of the competition. In the summer, Kvaratskhelia joined the group.

AS reports that Real Madrid will make a move if they don't get either of the two players they want. The LaLiga side are trying to find a replacement for Toni Kroos, and it looks as though they have caught the attention of Carlo Ancelotti, who is a big fan of the 24 year old. He has played in 17 games this season.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, there are no signs of a new contract being worked out. According to reports, the club's hierarchy believe that he could be the long-term successor for Handanovic, who has been at the club for over a year. The Nerazzurri have been linked with another person.

Calciomercato states that AC Milan are interested in a move for Musah. The United States men's national team player has been identified by the Rossoneri as a possible option in January. Los Che could be prepared to allow the 20-year-old to leave as they look to work on a deal to acquire LuisAlberto.