Transfer Rumours - January 17th
Expressandstar.com brings you all the latest transfer talk from Wolves, West Brom, Aston Villa and Walsall.
The extracts on this page are taken from various newspapers and media outlets. They do not reflect the views of the Express and Star.
Wolves
Wolves youngster Cameron John continues to draw the eye of Premier League sides this month, should reports be believed.
The 18-year-old centre-back has already been linked way from Molineux this month, and scouts were reportedly eyeing him during Wolves U23s draw with Stoke last week.
John is not likely to be a part of the first-team picture at Wolves this season, although allowing a young talent to leave is also an unlikely prospect.
Meanwhile, Swansea have now become the bookies favourites to sign AC Milan striker Andre Silva.
The Portuguese forward had previously been linked with a move to Molineux, but those reports were shot down earlier this month.
That has placed the Swans as favourites with the bookmakers, with Everton and Arsenal also in the running.
West Brom
West Ham striker Diafra Sakho is keen on a move to West Brom, Newcastle or Swansea this month, as he seeks a way out of the London Stadium.
Albion are keen to bolster their attacking options this month, and Sakho is reportedly pushing for a move.
The forward was previously reported to be set for Crystal Palace, although that deal seems to have stalled.
Meanwhile, reports in Italy claim West Brom could make an offer for Fiorentina striker Khouma Babacar this month.
Crystal Palace reportedly tabled a £15m offer for the 24-year-old, but Brighton are also rumoured to be interested.
The Senegal international isn't expected to stay in Italy this month having fallen out of favour in Florence.
Aston Villa
Belgian midfielder Samuel Bastien is the latest man linked with a move to Villa Park, according to reports.
The 21-year-old Chievo Verona player is also thought to be of interest to Bournemouth and Huddersfield - creating some tough competition for his signature.
The youngster is highly rated on the continent and could prove to be yet another star to hail from Belgium if his career pans out.
Reports also claim that Villa could be a potential destination for Liverpool youngster Marko Grujic.
The Serbian has been on the periphery at Anfield this season, only making a handful of appearances, and is likely to be loaned out this month.
Jurgen Klopp is thought to favour a move to an English side, with a selection of Championship clubs reportedly interested.
Walsall
Jon Whitney is keen to bring in a centre-back, a winger and a striker this month.
Walsall have seen a number of loanees depart this month, and the boss is eager to replace them as he faces the second half of the league season.
“We have our targets and we are also still looking." he said.
