Premier League Transfer Talk

Chelsea

Marek Hamsik's agent claims Napoli midfielder would be interested in a transfer to Chelsea. (Metro)

Verdict: Hamsik is a quality player, but Chelsea don't need another midfielder.

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Arsenal

Russian striker Andrei Arshavin is regarded as surplus to requirements at Arsenal. (Mirror)

Verdict: Arshavin has failed to settle at the Emirates since his big-money move from Zenit St Petersburg.

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Liverpool

Barcelona left-back Eric Abidal has emerged as a free transfer target for Liverpool. (Metro)

Verdict: If Dalglish can beat off competition from Man City, this one looks like it has legs.

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Manchester City

Manchester City are considering making a £60 million move for Wayne Rooney. (Mirror)

Verdict: It would be the transfer of the century.... and Sir Alex Ferguson will never let it happen.

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Manchester United

United have emerged as late contenders for the signature of Bolton defender Gary Cahill. (People)

Verdict: Vidic and Smalling are injured, meaning Ferguson is in need of an experienced centre back.

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Newcastle United

Demba Ba has put England's top clubs on red alert when it emerged he has a £10m release clause in his contract. (Mail)

Verdict:Much could depend on how he fares at Africa Cup of Nations but Newcastle will be desperate not to lose their star striker.

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Tottenham Hotspur

Sir Clive Woodward has called for Harry Redknapp to be appointed England's next manager. (Independent)

Verdict: Redknapp is as patriotic as they come and would find it very hard to say no to England.

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