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*Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas will launch a £20million January bid to land Newcastle midfield enforcer Cheick Tiote, despite tough competition from Manchester United, and a warning from Newcastle manager Alan Pardew that the player will require a top dollar offer. * * * Tiote cost just £3.

Joe Jordan has broken his silence over the speculation surrounding Gareth Bale’s alleged move to Barcelona, likening the situation to that of Luka Modric’s non-move to Chelsea over the summer.   Jordan, renowned for his no-nonsense demeanour, was forthright when questioned about the possibility of Bale’s £35 million impending exit.

Tottenham are set to be dealt a blow by top target Casemiro with the Sao Paulo midfielder reportedly opting for a move to Roma.   The 19-year-old Brazil international has been attracting interest from a host of European clubs since breaking into the Sao Paulo first-team last season.

Adam Johnson has signed a new four-year deal with Manchester City, putting an end to Kenny Dalglish’s alleged interest in capturing the England winger for Liverpool.   After arriving at Eastlands from Middlesborough in January 2010, Johnson has impressed with some very creative, sparky performances.

Arsenal are set to be snubbed by target Andy Polo with the Peruvian striker expected to sign for Spanish giants Real Madrid.   The 17-year-old Universitario de Deportes starlet has been linked with a move to one of Europe's top clubs with Liverpool and Schalke also reportedly interested.

Manchester United are reportedly facing a losing battle in their attempts to sign Christian Eriksen after it was claimed Barcelona are the favourites for the midfielder's signature. The Ajax star is one of the most sought-after talents in Europe following an impressive breakthrough season for both club and country. The Denmark international[http://www. sportsvibe. co.

Celtic striker Gary Hooper has urged the club not to sell in-demand winger James Forrest amid reported interest from Tottenham and Liverpool. Various reports claimed Forrest was attracting the interest of both Spurs and Liverpool[http://www. sportsvibe. co. uk/news/football/dalglish-and-redknapp-set-to-battle-for-7m-rated-scottish-starlet-10121/] during the summer, with the 20-year-old winger touted for a move to the Premier League.