The transfer window is now open, which means speculation is set to undoubtedly begin to spread as Premier League clubs weigh up whether to make moves for players as the season intensifies.
Despite many top-flight managers remaining wary of doing business in the winter window, injuries and indeed the open nature of the Premier League race could tempt clubs to bolster their squads this month.
Standard Sport brings you the latest gossip doing the rounds in today's papers and beyond!
First up on Sunday are reports that Chelsea could be ready to make a bid for Lokomotiv Moscow forward Oumar Niasse, who has impressed in Russia this season.
The 25-year-old has scored 12 goals for his club in all competitions this term, which has reportedly led to the Blues, Aston Villa and Everton being keen on recruiting him in January.
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A move for a forward is to be expected for Chelsea, with Loic Remy and Radamel Falcao currently being sidelined with injury which has left interim manager Guus Hiddink with only Diego Costa as his only recognised striker in the squad.
Niasse may therefore be an attractive alternative to Costa especially as the forward could be available for as little as £3.6million.
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