Transfer gossip: Whites linked with Turkey star

Some of the latest transfer speculation involving the area’s clubs…

Fulham have been linked with Fenerbahçe midfielder Ozan Tufan.

Turkish newspaper Akşam say the Whites are lining up a potential move for Tufan, 23, in January.

Crystal Palace are also said to be keen on the Turkey international, who can also play at right-back.

Giroud reportedly closing in on move

Olivier Giroud is again being linked with a switch to Marseille.

The Sun say Giroud is closing in on a move to the French club when the transfer window reopens.

The Chelsea striker only moved to Stamford Bridge from Arsenal in January but has been unable to make an impact this season.

Reports claim Sarri phoned Fekir

Chelsea continue to be linked with Lyon midfielder Nabil Fekir.

The Sun have picked up on reports – started by El Gol last week – claiming that Blues boss Maurizio Sarri has telephoned the France international to try to convince him to move to the Bridge.