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Which January transfers could happen? Football Whispers rank the rumours

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Image: Will Scott Hogan, Leonardo Ulloa and Mauro Zarate (L-R) be on the move?

With just a week to go before the January window shuts, who could be moving where?

As the rumour mill goes into overdrive, Football Whispers has a way of ranking every potential move with their transfer predictor algorithm.

Each rumour's validity is rated out of five, so to check out which players may be heading to your Premier League club by January 31, read on below...

Arsenal

Hottest Whisper: Calciomercato have reported that Arsenal are watching Wolfsburg left-back Ricardo Rodriguez (3.2), with a view to a potential summer move.

The Switzerland international, who is apparently also being tracked by Juventus and Inter Milan, could prove a long-term replacement for Nacho Monreal.

Also linked: Daniel Sturridge (1.8), Rachid Ghezzal (1.8), Alexandre Lacazette (1.6).

Bournemouth

Hottest Whisper: Having made just four appearances for Chelsea this season, Bournemouth are understood to be interested in signing goalkeeper Asmir Begovic (3.2).

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Chelsea will only sell Bournemouth target Asmir Begovic if they can find a replacement
Image: Chelsea will only sell Bournemouth target Asmir Begovic if they can find a replacement

Sky sources understand the Cherries will only sell if they can find a replacement for the back-up goalkeeper.

Also linked: Robbie Brady (2.0), John Terry (1.1).

Burnley

Hottest Whisper: Burnley are reportedly battling it out for Robbie Brady's (2.0) signature - and they could have the advantage thanks to his Ireland team-mate Jeff Hendrick.

The Press Association claim Burnley have lodged a £13m bid, and Hendrick revealed to Sky Sports that he is doing his best to sell the club to the winger.

Also linked: Dale Stephens (1.3), Robert Snodgrass (1.1), Alex Pritchard (1.1)

Chelsea

Hottest Whisper: With Diego Costa's situation resolved - for now - Chelsea's need for another striker is not so great.

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Fernando Llorente scored twice in Swansea's win at Liverpool on Saturday

But Sky Sports had reported of Chelsea's interest in Swansea's Fernando Llorente (2.5) even before talk of Costa potentially heading to China.

Also linked: Adama Traore (2.4), Antoine Griezmann (2.3).

Crystal Palace

Hottest Whisper: Palace saw an offer of £7m turned down for Sunderland's Patrick van Aanholt (4.1) earlier this month, but it is reported that Sam Allardyce is still keen on the full-back.

Sunderland boss David Moyes has openly criticised the Dutchman's defending, but having chipped in with three goals this season, he could become an important attacking outlet for Palace.

Also linked: Ben Davies (1.7), Amari'i Bell (1.7).

Everton

Hottest Whisper: According to the Daily Mail, Everton could be a landing spot for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic (2.2), whose time in west London appears to be coming to an end.

Branislav Ivanovic of Chelsea celebrates his team's 2-0 win in the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Arsena
Image: Could Branislav Ivanovic be set to leave Chelsea?

Ivanovic has not started a game since September as he has become a square peg in a round hole in Antonio Conte's 3-4-3 formation.

Also linked: Tosin Adarabioyo (1.3), Lamine Kone (1.2).

Hull City

Hottest Whisper: Hull head coach Marco Silva snapped up his main target, Lazar Markovic, yesterday but is still chasing Leonardo Ulloa's (2.2) signature, according to The Sun.

Ulloa's agent, Horacio Rossi, has aimed his anger at Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri - who does not want to let his striker go this month - by claiming his client risks having his career "destroyed".

Also linked: Emmanuel Emenike (2.1).

Leicester City

Hottest Whisper: The Leicester Mercury, among other sources, have noted the reigning Premier League champions' interest in Middlesbrough's Gaston Ramirez (2.2).

Aitor Karanka has been quick to dismiss the speculation - but the decision may be out of the Boro boss' hands as the attacker reportedly has a £15m release clause.

Also linked: Jonathan Cafu (2.0), Francesco Acerbi (1.0).

Liverpool

Hottest Whisper: With Jose Fonte having already departed, Southampton are likely to dig their heels until the summer over Virgil van Dijk (2.8) at the very least.

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Image: Virgil van Dijk has recently been named Southampton team captain

Van Dijk has also been named new Saints team captain after Fonte's exit.

Also linked: Mahmoud Dahoud (1.6), Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (1.5).

Manchester City

Hottest Whisper: Moise Kean (2.3) is another one of this generation's up-and-coming wonderkids and, according to the Daily Star, Manchester City are at the front of the queue for the Juventus striker.

Just 16, he became the first person to have been born in the 21st century to play in a Champions League match in November.

Also linked: Julian Weigl (2.1), Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (1.6).

Manchester United

Hottest Whisper: Sky sources understand Man Utd are interested in Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann (3.4), should he become available in the summer.

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The France international has a reported £86m buyout clause and it would undoubtedly be another sign of intent if United do pull the trigger.

Also linked: Goncalo Guedes (2.1), Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (1.5).

Middlesbrough

Hottest Whisper: Boro have made an enquiry for Stoke's Bojan (3.1) and it is understood the Potters want £12m for the Spaniard.

It is thought West Brom, Las Palmas and Valencia have also made enquiries of their own during this transfer window.

Also linked: Jese (1.6), Robert Snodgrass (1.6).

Southampton

Hottest Whisper: Mamadou Sakho (2.0) has not played a competitive match for Liverpool since April, but, according to the Liverpool Echo, Southampton had a loan bid turned down for the defender recently.

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This whisper could grow in strength over the next week, with Southampton looking to fill the void in defence created by the departure of Fonte.

Also linked: Manolo Gabbiadini (1.5), Sergio Oliveira (1.1).

Stoke City

Hottest Whisper: Following the capture of West Brom's Saido Berahino, Stoke's January transfer business could well be done.

Murmurs that Burnley defender Michael Keane (1.7) could be heading to the Potteries were played down by Mark Hughes himself, but it could be a link to remember for the summer.

Also linked: Moussa Marega (1.4).

Sunderland

Hottest whisper: Leonardo Ulloa (1.9), who was linked to a January move to Sunderland by The Telegraph back in November, is reportedly trying to force his way out of Leicester.

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 07:  Leonardo Ulloa of Leicester City lifts the Premier League Trophy as players and staffs celebrate the season champion after th
Image: Leonardo Ulloa looks set to leave Leicester after winning the title with the Foxes last season

David Moyes' interest reportedly extends back to the summer, but the reported £10m asking price may be too dear for Sunderland.

Also linked: Robbie Keane (1.8).

Swansea City

Hottest Whisper: Paul Clement is eager to reinforce struggling Swansea and, according to the Daily Mirror, he may coax free-scoring midfielder Yoric Ravet (1.9) to Wales.

The Swiss midfielder has assisted 14 goals and scored a further six for Young Boys this season, though time is running out to thrash out a deal.

Also linked: Jordan Ayew (1.4).

Tottenham Hotspur

Hottest Whisper: The Daily Star have reported that Tottenham lead the race for Inter Milan starlet Andrea Pinamonti (2.4).

Inter could lose out on their homegrown striker, who is only 17, as they have yet to tie him down to a long-term deal - putting Spurs on high alert.

Also linked: Andrea Ranocchia (1.5), Ross Barkley (1.4).

Watford

Hottest Whisper: Mauro Zarate (4.8) looks to be on the brink of joining Watford from Fiorentina.

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Take a look at striker Scott Hogan in action for Brentford

Zarate has passed a medical ahead of his loan return to the Premier League, where he previously played for Birmingham, West Ham and QPR.

Also linked: Scott Hogan (1.2).

West Brom

Hottest Whisper: The sale of Berahino has freed up funds for West Brom boss Tony Pulis, though according to Sky sources, interest in Odion Ighalo (2.1) has now cooled off.

Pulis had reportedly lined up Watford striker Ighalo for a potential swap deal with Berahino, but is thought to be against negotiating a separate deal.

Also linked: Leonardo Ulloa (2.0).

West Ham United

Hottest Whisper: It looks as though Scott Hogan (4.7) is set to join West Ham from Brentford this week.

The striker, who has scored 14 goals in 25 Championship appearances this season, was left out of the Brentford squad that lost to Wigan on Saturday.

Also linked: Daniel Sturridge (2.0), Papa Alioune Ndiaye (1.8).

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