Manchester United are reportedly in pole position to lure the 20-year-old Brazilian forward to Old Trafford, claims French football journalist Jonathan Johnson.
The Red Devils are leading the race to sign Bordeaux striker Malcom, who has emerged as a hottest property in the January transfer window.
The Premier League leaders Manchester City have announced that striker Lukas Nmecha has extended his contract with the club.
The 19-year-old forward, who made his professional debut for the Citizens in the EFL Cup quarter-final against Leicester City in December, has committed his long-term future to the club after signing a new contract that promises to keep him at the Etihad Stadium for a further three years.
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Crystal Palace have reportedly stepped up their interest in signing Watford striker Stefano Okaka as manager Roy Hodgson looks to provide support to Christian Benteke.
The Belgium international, who is struggling with a poor run of form in front of goal this term, has only managed to score once in 16 Premier League appearances for the Eagles.
Arsenal have announced the signing of Konstantinos Mavropanos from PAS Giannina.
The Gunners have been in talks with the 20-year-old centre-back regarding a move to the north London, with manager Arsene Wenger acknowledging that he wanted to sign the defender.
Arsenal have now announced that the Greek international has signed on the dotted line, although the Premier League giants have not revealed the duration of his contract.