Transfer Rumors: Barcelona Divided Over Yamal; Arteta Facing Arsenal Sack

Turkish giants Galatasaray have shown interest in acquiring Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte during the January transfer window. Additionally, Rasmus Højlund may make a permanent exit from Manchester United to Napoli, who are prepared to activate their option early, while Jobe Bellingham has declined a potential loan move to Old Trafford.

Arsenal officials are concerned about manager Mikel Arteta's ability to secure Premier League success after significant spending, with potential dismissal if no silverware is achieved this season. On a positive note, Arsenal is nearing a record-breaking new contract for winger Bukayo Saka, which would make him the club's highest-paid player ever.

Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City have engaged in discussions regarding a transfer for Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano, whose contract expires next summer. Meanwhile, Chelsea is considering a January loan for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen as a temporary solution before targeting AC Milan's Mike Maignan on a free transfer next year.

Tottenham Hotspur's pursuit of Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović has been aided by Bayern Munich's withdrawal from the race. In other news, Harvey Elliott is dissatisfied with his limited playing time at Aston Villa following his loan from Liverpool, and Newcastle United has scheduled a meeting with center back Sven Botman to discuss a new contract amid interest from clubs like Liverpool. West Ham United's attempt to loan Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United is complicated by the striker's desire for a guaranteed important role ahead of the World Cup.

Real Madrid has issued an ultimatum to Vinicius Junior, demanding he sign a new contract or face reduced playing time and potential sale, while also warning him over his behavior in El Clásico. The club continues to explore low-cost center back options, including interest in Tottenham's Micky van de Ven. At Barcelona, several players have expressed concerns about Lamine Yamal's attitude and poor advice, fearing it could lead him down a dangerous path.