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Papers: Arsenal eyeing Kroupi and Schade in January

Arsenal have added Kevin Schade and Eli Junior Kroupi to their radar as potential recruits for the mid-season window. Meanwhile, Manchester United's leadership continues to support manager Michael Carrick despite a difficult opening stretch of matches, and Cole Palmer is poised to earn a recall from England boss Thomas Tuchel following strong performances with Chelsea.

Across London, Chelsea are considering a £69m bid for Athletic Club's Nico Williams, while Liverpool face a steep £130m asking price from Bournemouth to land winger Rayan, even with manager Andoni Iraola's prior ties to the club. Furthermore, the father of Alexis Mac Allister has dismissed claims that the midfielder wants to depart Liverpool because of unresolved contract discussions.

In managerial and international developments, Steve Evans leads the contenders to become the next head coach at Hibernian, while Rangers hold a purchase clause below £1m to secure James Penrice permanently from AEK Athens. Outside the UK, have called urgent discussions regarding the job security of Ruben Amorim following a defeat against .