1 Barcelona star Isaac Cuenca

With the January transfer window open and ready for business, the excitement is mounting. Our man in the know gives us his verdict on the latest gossip…

Ishak Belfodil – Inter Milan to West Ham

After days spent locked in negotiations, West Ham are close to signing Belfodil. The Algerian has had a host of other offers, but the Hammers are offering him regular game time and that’s persuaded him. This should be done soon. (Chances of it happening: 9/10)

Isaac Cuenca – Barcelona to Tottenham

Barcelona are desperate to offload winger Cuenca, and Spurs have been offered the chance to sign him on-loan. Tim Sherwood is keen, and while the player is unsure, work is expected to go on in the next few days to make this transfer happen. (7/10)

Sebastian Giovinco – Juventus to Arsenal

Arsenal have turned to Giovinco as they look to replace the injured Theo Walcott. The Gunners are keen on a loan switch, but Juventus would only consider selling. Expect this deal to run and run, with the Italian is interested in the move. (5/10)

Danny Ings – Burnley to Liverpool

Liverpool have been monitoring striker Ings, who is enjoying a superb season in the Championship. But while he’s on the club’s list of targets, he’s not somebody being considered right now. This will probably wait until the summer. (2/10)

Serge Gnabry – Arsenal to Borussia Dortmund

Gnabry is a hugely exciting talent, but despite being linked with Dortmund this week, he looks set to stay at Arsenal. The Gunners want to tie him down to a new deal, and Dortmund are not willing to offer the type of money needed to tempt him away. (1/10)