Football rumours: Brentford star Ivan Toney could command a nine-figure fee

What the papers say

Suitors of Brentford’s in-demand striker Ivan Toney have reportedly been warned they will need to pay at least £100,000,000 for his services. The Sun, citing Talksport, says the Bees would want a nine-figure fee for the 27-year-old. Arsenal and Chelsea are both believed to be considering a move for Toney, who returns from a betting ban next month.

The Manchester Evening News reports Preston are interested in a loan move for Manchester United midfielder Dan Gore. Despite the 19-year-old only making one appearance for the first team, North End bosses are interested in bringing him in to help the club chase a play-off place.

Tottenham are monitoring Genoa centre-back Radu Dragusin, according to The Telegraph. The 21-year-old is expected to cost £26m, should he move in the January transfer window.

And the paper also says Newcastle have opened talks with 17-year-old midfielder Lewis Miley over signing a long-term deal once he turns 18.

Social media round-up

EXCLUSIVE: RB Leipzig open talks to sign Eljif Elmas — understand €25m bid has been submitted.

Negotiations to take place with Napoli as Elmas is open to change and try new experience in 2024.

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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 19, 2023

EXCLUSIVE: Man United among Premier League giants set to miss out on highly-rated Brazilian

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— talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) December 20, 2023

Players to watch

Sergio Reguilon: Bild reports the Tottenham defender – on loan at Manchester United – is wanted by Borussia Dortmund.

Mauro Icardi: Real Madrid are set to make a move for the Galatasaray striker, according to Marca.