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December 13th
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It's under a month until the January transfer window opens and the rumours continue to circulate as clubs plan out future moves. Teams are working tirelessly behind the scenes on identifying targets and figuring out their budgets.
Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we've collated some of the biggest current transfer stories.
Today's biggest transfer stories
Chelsea have jumped to the front of the queue in the race to sign AZ Alkmaar's highly-rated midfielder Kees Smit. The 19-year-old has attracted interest from several European clubs, with Newcastle, Manchester United and Tottenham all keen. But the Blues have reportedly taken pole position ahead of the January transfer window.
Crystal Palace are keen on a deal for Bayern Munich right-back Sacha Boey, who is expected to leave the Bundesliga side in January. The Ivory Coast international, 25, could be allowed to join on loan ahead of a permanent deal in the summer.
West Ham have added Norwich striker Josh Sargent to their list of targets for the January transfer window. The Hammers could allow Nicklas Fullkrug to join AC Milan amid reported interest from the Serie A club if they sign the USA international.
