Thursday delivered plenty of huge transfer news as a surprising new Arsenal target was revealed.

Plus, Man Utd established contact with their next manager and Chelsea received Lionel Messi's seal of approval for a possible new signing. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Arsenal eye Kim

Arsenal are interested in Bayern defender Kim Min-jae, who was previously described as the "best centre-back in the world."

Conte contact

Man Utd are already in contact with the camp of Antonio Conte as pressure on Michael Carrick mounts.

Chelsea eye Aranda

Chelsea are monitoring Boca Juniors wonderkid Tomas Aranda, who was recently tipped for greatness by Lionel Messi.

Arsenal still keen on Tresoldi

Arsenal remain interested in Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi.

Vini banned

Vinicius Jr has been handed a hefty ban for his red card against Villarreal - but could this actually be a blessing in disguise for Real Madrid?

Estevao extension

Chelsea want to hand Estevao a new contract amid rumours that he could leave the club.

Olise priority

The transfer priority of Bayern Munich superstar Michael Olise has been revealed.

Zubimendi to Real Madrid?

Arsenal star Martin Zubimendi has been deemed the only viable January reinforcement for Real Madrid.

Marseille disaster

Roberto De Zerbi's disastrous spell at Marseille and its ongoing consequences should serve as a cautionary tale for Tottenham.

Scott deal

Could Chelsea sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott effectively "for free?"

Dowman is special

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has waxed lyrical about Max Dowman.

Martinez has no regrets

Lisandro Martinez has refused to apologise for his outburst after Man Utd's Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid.

The perfect deal

Was Nicolas Jackson's move from Chelsea to Aston Villa the perfect deal for everyone involved?