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West Ham star Declan Rice could finally make a long-linked move to Chelsea. Stephen Pond/Getty Images

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: West Ham's Rice closer to Chelsea move

According to the Athletic, a three-year pursuit could finally lead to the signing of West ham United's Declan Rice.

According to the report, the Blues are as close as ever to getting one of their top targets because the player has rejected three contract offers from the Hammers.

It's unlikely West Ham will allow the England international to be moved in January, but they could be persuaded to let him leave at the end of the season as he only has a year left on his contract.

Manchester United and Manchester City are both opposed to the addition of the captain's leadership qualities to their squad.

PAPER GOSSIP

According to an Italian journalist, Real Valladolid right-back Ivan Fresneda is being watched by a number of teams. The Bianconeri are looking for a new full-back and the 18-year-old star is on their list. His form has caught the attention of a number of European clubs.

Caglar Soyuncu is going to sign with Atlante Madrid in January. The Turkey international is eager to confirm his move as soon as possible. Atleti are hoping to move ahead of other clubs by swooping in January to sign Soyuncu, who is available for free at the end of the season. They are also interested.

According to Ekrem Konur, Matheus Franca is an interesting player. Franca is being watched by a number of European clubs as a result of his breakthrough season at Flamengo, and it is believed that the Magpies are leading the race for his services. He has scored at least one goal in 25 games.

According to Ekrem Konur, Marcus Thuram is looking to sign a three-year deal with two Italian clubs. Thuram's performances at the World Cup have seen him emerge as a top target for a number of European clubs. In the absence of an agreement, they would rather get a fee for him when the transfer window opens, which could be worth 12m.

Al Nassr want to sign N'Golo Kante at the end of the season. According to Foot Mercato, the Saudi Arabian club are going to try to get some of the world's biggest stars in the future. Following his release from Manchester United, Al Nassr prioritised the signing ofRonaldo over the capture of Kante. Kante can speak to other clubs in the new year.