Transfer news and rumours of the day - 26th January 2017

Premier League

Is Sergio Busquets the next Premier League superstar?

Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka has confirmed his interest in PSG’s Jese Rodriguez, having previously worked with the player at Real Madrid.

AK: "Jese Rodriguez is a player I have worked with and I know how good he is. His next move is important and I hope we can convince him."

— Middlesbrough FC (@Boro) January 26, 2017

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will be making his interest in Sergio Busquets official by making a £65 million bid for him. Barcelona, however, will demand at least £80 million to let Busquets go, despite the defensive midfielder not having the best of seasons which has seen his value go down marginally.

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Islam Slimani has received a massive offer from Chinese Super League side Tianjin Quinjian. The Algerian striker has been offered an incredible £400,000 a week salary, while Leicester City will be compensated to the tune of £40 million.