January 26 transfers and rumors: potential buyer of P. Alcacero and the future of G. Bale

January 1 traditionally symbolizes the New Year, but in the football world, this day means only one thing - the official start of the winter transfer window.

The portal "EuroFootball.com" will provide its visitors with the most interesting and important news about possible player transfers and completed deals until the end of the month.

"Leipzig" forward Jean-Kevin Augustin will undergo a medical examination before signing a loan deal with "Leeds United" on Monday. He also spent the last six months on loan at "Monaco." (RMC)

Carles Perez, a Barcelona protege, will arrive at "Roma" on loan, with an option to buy all rights to him for 13 million euros. ("Sky Italia")

Liverpool hopes to outbid Madrid's "Real" and "Barcelona" in the battle for the acquisition of 18-year-old Rafael Brito from "Benfica," who recently signed a new contract with a 45 million euro buyout clause. ("Daily Star")

Pablo Mari, a midfielder from "Flamengo" who arrived in London, is expected to undergo a medical examination before finalizing a deal with "Arsenal." ("Sky Sports")

"Barcelona," seeking to strengthen its attack, has shown interest in Olivier Giroud, as reported by "Sport."

"Monaco" is making every effort to acquire left-back Marcos Acuna from "Sporting" before the end of the transfer window, according to "A Bola."

Everton is in talks with Inter Milan to acquire Matias Vecino for 20 million euros, with the player being desired by Everton's strategist Carlo Ancelotti. ("Gazzetta dello Sport")

Milan has informed clubs interested in Krzysztof Piatek - "Tottenham," "Crystal Palace," and "Newcastle" - that the player will not be sold for less than 30 million euros. ("Calciomercato")

Talented 20-year-old Bordeaux defender Aurelien Tchouameni, who was also targeted by Bayern Munich, will move to "Monaco," according to RMC.

Newcastle United is making efforts to loan striker Paco Alcacer from Borussia Dortmund, with a buyout clause option for 25 million pounds being considered. ("The Sun")

Manchester United is planning to compete with Manchester City and Chelsea in the battle to acquire Ben Chilwell in the summer. ("Metro")

The Daily Mail claims that Manchester United may target England national team coach Gareth Southgate after the season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is currently safe, but changes may be inevitable if results do not improve.

Tottenham wants to sit down with Real Madrid's management this week to discuss Gareth Bale's future. ("Daily Express")

Tottenham and Aston Villa were interested in Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic, but they were put off by his high price tag of 40 million pounds. ("Daily Star")

West Ham has made a 12 million pound offer for Nottingham Forest right-back Matty Cash. ("Sky Sports")

OFFICIAL: Lukas Podolski has officially joined the "Antalyaspor" club from Turkey.

OFFICIAL: Glasgow Rangers have exercised their option to buy Jermain Defoe from Bournemouth. He will continue to play in Scotland for at least another year.