Ex-Leeds United target ‘wants’ Premier League move, Aston Villa ‘eye’ swoop for Real Madrid ace

The Premier League made a delayed announcement for December and January’s televised fixtures yesterday. Two of Leeds United games will be moved for live broadcast in the new year.

A statement posted yesterday read: “The Premier League apologises to supporters for the delay in announcing these fixtures and understands their frustrations. Finalising these particular selections took longer than expected due to difficulties obtaining relevant local stakeholder approvals. The League is committed to working with supporters to ensure more effective communication in advance of future fixture announcements and reiterates its apology for the delay on this occasion.”

The Whites’ trip to Aston Villa will now take place the day before on Friday 13th January with an 8pm kick-off. Their home clash against Brentford will also be shown on TV and has been rescheduled for the following Sunday (January 22) at 2pm. Other interesting fixtures to be rescheduled include Spurs v Arsenal (January 15) and Arsenal v Man United (January 22).

Here is the latest Premier League transfer news...

MAGPIES 'DISCOVER' HEFTY PRICE TAG FOR ATTACKER

Newcastle United will reportedly have to pay a whopping €100m (£87.8m) if they are to sign Shakhtar Donetsk star Mykhaylo Mudryk. The likes of Arsenal, Man City and PSG have also been linked with the 21-year-old. (The Athletic)

EX-WOLVES BOSS 'LINKED' WITH BRAZIL SWITCH

Brazilian club Corinthians are reportedly targeting former Wolves manager Bruno Lage as their new head coach. The 46-year-old was sacked by the Premier League club last month. (Wilson Pimentel)

ASTON VILLA 'EYE' SWOOP FOR REAL MADRID ACE

Aston Villa are reportedly eager to sign Real Madrid defender Nacho Fernandez. Unai Emery had looked to snap up the Spaniard during his time at Villarreal. (Sport)

CRYSTAL PALACE 'CONSIDER' MOVE FOR BRAZILIAN WONDERKID

Crystal Palace are reportedly preparing a £15m bid for Flamengo teenager Matheus Franca. The midfielder is being tracked by the likes of Man City, Man United and Real Madrid. (Daily Mail)

EVERTON 'KEEPING TABS' ON CHELSEA MIDFIELDER

Everton are thought to be interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in January. The 26-year-old has started 12 matches in the Premier League this season. (Simon Phillips)

EX-LEEDS UTD TARGET ‘WANTS’ PREMIER LEAGUE MOVE

Atletico Madrid’s Matheus Cunha is reportedly keen to move to the Premier League in January after being transfer listed by the Spanish club. Leeds United were said to be keen on signing the 23-year-old before his move to Atleti last summer. (Marca)

ARSENAL 'TIPPED' TO REIGNITE INTEREST IN STRIKER

Arsenal are reportedly looking to bring Roma forward Tammy Abraham back to the Premier League after previously being linked with him last year. The 25-year-old hasn't had as much of an impact this season, scoring five goals in Serie A so far. (TuttoMercatoWeb)

MAN UTD FORWARD ADMITS HE CAME 'CLOSE' TO JOINING BITTER RIVALS

Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted he came very close to signing for Manchester City before he joined Manchester United, with Sir Alex Ferguson being the key factor in his return to Old Trafford. The forward's explosive interview with Piers Morgan aired on Wednesday night. (Piers Morgan Uncenscored)