Transfer Talk Daily Update: Andres Iniesta, Adrien Silva, Marco Asensio

With all eyes fixed on the January transfer market, clubs around the UK and Europe are already lining up potential mid-season moves.

Friday morning's headlines:

Andres Iniesta hints at imminent new Barcelona deal
Andres Iniesta says that "good news is coming soon", amid recent suggestions that he is planning on quitting Barcelona at the end of the campaign. Read more.

Craig Shakespeare: 'Demarai Gray to pen new Leicester City deal soon'
Leicester City winger Demarai Gray is expected to sign a new deal at the club in the next 24 to 48 hours, according to manager Craig Shakespeare. Read more.

Marco Asensio to sign new Real Madrid contract until 2023
Real Madrid announce that Marco Asensio will sign a long-term contract extension at the Bernabeu on Friday. Read more.

Football Association asks FIFA to ratify Adrien Silva Leicester City transfer
FIFA confirms that it has been asked by the FA to ratify Adrien Silva's £22m transfer to Leicester City from Sporting Lisbon. Read more.

Crystal Palace keen to sign free agent Carlton Cole?
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson is reportedly keen to sign former West Ham United striker Carlton Cole on a free transfer. Read more.