Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Tuesday, February 9.
Tuesday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Chelsea 'tell Bayern Munich's David Alaba to lower his wage demands'
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Bayern Munich defender David Alaba will reportedly have to lower his wage demands if he wants to move to Chelsea.
The versatile Austrian is set to leave Bayern as a free agent in the summer after failing to agree a new contract, and Chelsea are thought to be one of the favourites for his signature.
However, The Telegraph reports that Alaba's mammoth wage demands could scupper a deal, as the 28-year-old would expect a salary of just under £400k per week in the English capital.
With the club understood to be hopeful of keeping Thiago Silva on the books for another season, the report claims that Alaba must request a lower salary if he is to complete a move to Thomas Tuchel's side.
Real Madrid and Barcelona are also said to be in the running for Alaba's signature, but the Bayern man may struggle to find a club willing to meet his £400k-a-week demands amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Alaba has remained a key player for Bayern despite his contract situation, and he has found the back of the net twice from 26 appearances across all competitions this term.
Arsenal to move for new left-back this summer?
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Arsenal will reportedly target an up-and-coming left-back in the summer transfer window.
The Gunners' only recognised player in that position - Kieran Tierney - has been out with a calf problem recently, and Mikel Arteta's side have suffered without their first-choice left-back.
Cedric Soares, a right-back by trade, has been forced to deputise on the opposite side of defence in Tierney's absence, and the club allowed Sead Kolasinac and Ainsley Maitland-Niles to leave on loan during the January transfer window.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal are aware that they need to bolster their options at left-back, and they are committed to bringing in a new player in that position before the 2021-22 campaign gets underway.
The report adds that any signing would not displace Tierney as first-choice, so the club are hoping to welcome a highly-rated youngster to North London rather than an established defender who would command regular starts.
Cedric has put in a number of solid displays at left-back but was at fault for Ollie Watkins's winner against Aston Villa on Saturday, although Arsenal supposedly do not expect Tierney to be out for much longer.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Manchester City 'taking different approach to PSG over Lionel Messi deal'
Manchester City are choosing to go about their pursuit of Barcelona's Lionel Messi quietly as opposed to PSG's outspoken tactics, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'drawing up centre-back shortlist'
A report claims that Manchester United are prepared to spend big on the right centre-back at the end of the season, with Real Madrid's Raphael Varane among their targets. Read more.
Andreas Christensen's Chelsea future 'depends on Thiago Silva extension'
Chelsea are reportedly ready to sell Andreas Christensen this summer if he refuses to pen fresh terms, with Thiago Silva's possible extension complicating matters. Read more.
Manchester City 'considering Romelu Lukaku as Sergio Aguero replacement'
Manchester City are reportedly contemplating whether to launch a bid for Inter Milan forward Romelu Lukaku during the summer transfer window. Read more.
Manchester City considering move for Southampton's Danny Ings?
Southampton striker Danny Ings is reportedly one of the forwards on Manchester City's wishlist, as Pep Guardiola plans for life without Sergio Aguero. Read more.
Manchester United interested in RB Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate?
RB Leipzig centre-back Ibrahima Konate is reportedly wanted by Manchester United to partner Harry Maguire from the start of next season. Read more.
Liverpool 'make informal contact with Sporting Lisbon's Pedro Goncalves'
Liverpool are reportedly keeping close tabs on Sporting Lisbon attacker Pedro Goncalves after making informal contact with the Portuguese giants in January. Read more.
Report: Harvey Elliott in line for new Liverpool deal
Harvey Elliott is reportedly set to be offered a new contract by Liverpool after impressing on loan with Blackburn Rovers. Read more.
Djibril Cisse urges Mbappe to consider "once in a lifetime" Liverpool move
Former Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse believes that PSG's Kylian Mbappe should consider a "once in a lifetime opportunity" of a move to Anfield. Read more.
Chelsea to open talks with Thiago Silva over contract extension?
Chelsea are reportedly "positive" that they can agree a one-year extension with veteran centre-back Thiago Silva, who has impressed throughout the campaign. Read more.
Paris Saint-Germain to rival Manchester City for Romelu Lukaku?
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly considering whether to move for Inter Milan forward Romelu Lukaku, who is also said to be a target for Manchester City. Read more.
Jose Mourinho confident of new Son Heung-min deal at Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho is confident that Son Heung-min will eventually pen a new long-term contract. Read more.
Manchester United, PSG 'to battle for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane'
Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain may reportedly make a move for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane during the summer transfer window. Read more.
Paris Saint-Germain 'failed with late move for Manuel Lanzini'
Paris Saint-Germain allegedly failed with a late approach for West Ham United midfielder Manuel Lanzini during the recent transfer window. Read more.
