Transfer news: Raheem Sterling wants Barcelona, Sevilla eyes Alvarez, teams chasing Lacazette

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The January transfer window is only a few weeks away and the rumor mill is in full swing.

Here are some of the latest reports on potential moves across Europe:

  • Sevilla is eyeing River Plate's Julian Alvarez
  • Barcelona won't be moving for Jeremy Doku
  • Barca and Man City target Arsenal's Lacazette
  • Sterling tells Guardiola he wants to leave for Barcelona

Sevilla plot January bid for Julian Alvarez

Sevilla are determined to sign Julian Alvarez from River Plate in January, says Fichajes.

The 21-year-old has impressed in Argentina and Sevilla director Monchi is an admirer of his, but Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are also eyeing him.

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Barca can't afford Doku, says father

Rennes star Jeremy Doku is being monitored by several top teams, including Barcelona. The 19-year-old's stock is on the rise and he is said to be valued at around $57 million by the French side.

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But Barca's chances of landing him are slim, according to the player's father, David, who told Het Laatste Nieuws the teenager will likely go elsewhere.

"That doesn't seem right to me," he said. "I don't think Barcelona are in a position to spend big transfer fees right now. There are many other clubs that want Jeremy, although I can't say anything about that."


Barca and Man City target Lacazette

Barcelona and Manchester City are among the clubs considering making an offer for Alexandre Lacazette, who becomes a free agent in June.

Fichajes claims the pair plus Atletico Madrid have him on their list of targets, with City looking for a new attacker since losing Sergio Aguero and Barca determined to strengthen its attack.


Sterling tells Guardiola he wants to leave Man City for Barcelona

Raheem Sterling has told Pep Guardiola that he wants to join Barcelona, daily Sport claims.

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The England international has been linked with a move to the Camp Nou outfit recently and is eager to make the switch in January.

Guardiola is said to be willing to let Sterling leave, with a loan move looking likely.

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