The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.

Tuesday morning's headlines:

Kevin De Bruyne close to signing new Manchester City deal?
Kevin De Bruyne is reportedly close to putting pen to paper on a new long-term contract with Manchester City, while Fernandinho will also commit in the coming days. Read more.

Carlos Tevez close to sealing return to Boca Juniors
Boca Juniors will complete the signing of Carlos Tevez from Shanghai Shenhua by the end of the week, according to vice-president Horacio Paolini. Read more.

Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic plays down interest from Manchester United
Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic - a reported target for Manchester United - says that he 'doesn't care' about any interest in his signature. Read more.

Everton to make January move for Charlton Athletic defender Ezri Konsa?
Everton are reportedly contemplating a move for Charlton Athletic defender Ezri Konsa during the January transfer window. Read more.

West Ham United considering move for Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter?
West Ham United are reportedly considering a move for Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter during the January transfer window. Read more.

German clubs show interest in signing Bastian Schweinsteiger?
A number of clubs in Germany reportedly show an interest in signing Bastian Schweinsteiger at the end of his contract with Chicago Fire. Read more.

Everton-linked midfielder Jon Obi Mikel happy in China
Ex-Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel insists that he is happy to continue playing for Tianjin Teda in the Chinese Super League, amid rumours of Everton being interested. Read more.

Report: West Bromwich Albion tracking Rajiv van La Parra
A report claims that Huddersfield town's Rajiv van La Parra is wanted by Premier League rivals West Bromwich Albion, who are willing to hand over £5m for his signature. Read more.

Paul Clement: 'New striker a priority for Swansea City'
Paul Clement says that "it is clear" Swansea City need to strengthen in January following their struggles so far this term, particularly up top. Read more.

Aston Villa considering move for Leicester City forward Leonardo Ulloa?
Aston Villa are reportedly considering a move for Leicester City forward Leonardo Ulloa during the January transfer window. Read more.

Chelsea to hold contract talks with Andreas Christensen?
Chelsea are reportedly ready to hold contract talks with defender Andreas Christensen, who has emerged as a key first-team player this season. Read more.

Manchester City to sign Libertad attacker Jesus Medina?
Manchester City are reportedly closing in on the signing of Libertad attacker Jesus Medina, who will be sent out on loan to New York City FC. Read more.

West Bromwich Albion sign Ahmed Hegazi on permanent deal
West Bromwich Albion announce that they have taken up their option to turn Ahmed Hegazi's loan spell at The Hawthorns into a permanent deal. Read more.

Chelsea considering January move for Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha?
Chelsea are reportedly considering whether to make a move for Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha, either in January or in the summer. Read more.

Real Madrid, Juventus 'interested in David Luiz'
Real Madrid and Juventus are both reportedly interested in signing out-of-favour Chelsea defender David Luiz during the January transfer window. Read more.

Liverpool 'refuse to pay Virgil van Dijk asking price'
Liverpool are reportedly unwilling to pay Southampton's asking price of £70m for defender Virgil van Dijk during the January transfer window. Read more.

Manchester United 'given green light for £60m Alex Sandro bid'
Manchester United are reportedly given the green light to launch a £60m bid for Juventus full-back Alex Sandro in January. Read more.

Manchester City 'enter race for Karim Benzema'
Manchester City reportedly join Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema. Read more.