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The transfer window is almost here again! Here's the latest gossip and rumours from today's papers and around the web.

Gossip from today's Daily Mirror and Sunday People

Newcastle poised to sell Demba Ba in the first week of the January window so they have time to buy his replacement. Ba has been linked with Liverpool and Arsenal, while the Magpies are eyeing Marseille and France striker Loic Remy.

Mario Balotelli may have played his last game for Manchester City, who are set to loan him to AC Milan for the rest of the season with a view to a permanent move in the summer.

Manchester City are tracking Paulinho, a Brazil international attacking midfielder set to play for Corinthians against Chelsea in this week's Club World Cup.

Real Madrid are confident they can beat Manchester City and Chelsea to the signature of Radamel Falcao with a £45million bid for the Columbian striker.

Manchester United defender Patrice Evra is flattered by apparent interest from Paris St Germain but insists he is not leaving Old Trafford.

Transfer stories from other papers and websites

(Image: Clive Rose)

Arsenal are set to make a move for Manchester United contract rebel Nani. The Portuguese winger has not played since the start of November. (Daily Mail)

Real Madrid are close to completing a five-year deal for Arsenal target Jose Rodriguez. (talkSPORT)

Southampton are considering moves for Blackburn keeper Paul Robinson and Scott Dann. The Saints are also planning a £2m bid for Columbian midfielder Carlos Sanchez, who has also been linked with Bolton and Reading. (Daily Mail)

Wigan have offered former Swansea midfielder Ferrie Bode a trial after he was released by the Welsh club following a succession of injuries. (The Sun)

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