Internazionale midfielder Fredy Guarin has been identified as the subject of conflict between Premier League clubs Tottenham and Manchester United, with both clubs are aiming to secure the Colombian’s signature, according to reports in the Daily Express.

David Moyes has targeted the aggressive box to box midfielder as one of his prime targets in the January transfer window and has moved swiftly to set up a meeting with Guarin’s representatives. The Italian club have a valuation of 17 million pounds for the 27 year old Guarin. However, the Manchester United manager is confident that a fee of about 10 million pounds would secure his services, as the negotiations are believed to be under way.

Tottenham take on Liverpool at White Hart Lane on Sunday, in a match which is of vital importance to both teams. With a completely new look to their squad, Tottenham have laboured under Andre Villas-Boas this season. Currently in 6th, they are just outside the European spots but surely more is expected of a team of Tottenham’s calibre. Liverpool meanwhile have gone from strength to strength under Brendan Rodgers and are presently in 2nd place. Their position may be of some surprise as Liverpool have had previous struggles to assemble a squad which can challenge for major honours.

The massive outlay in the summer by Tottenham following the sale of star man Gareth Bale to Real Madrid has not yielded acceptable results, with big money signings such as Paulinho, Erik Lamela and Roberto Soldado struggling to come the terms with the fast and pacy nature of the Premier League. With only 15 goals scored in as many games, their struggles in front of goal are well-documented. On the other hand, Liverpool have been in free-scoring form, especially after Luis Suarez’s return from suspension. With 34 goals scored, their goal tally has only been overhauled by Manchester City. Liverpool’s striking power has become a source of bewilderment for opposition defences and it could pose a potential problem to Tottenham as well.

Grenier coy over Arsenal, Liverpool switch

Olympique Lyon playmaker Clement Grenier is not ready to divulge the details of approaches by Premier League’s duo of Arsenal and Liverpool during the summer. The Frenchman was quoted in The Daily Star, saying: "Arsenal and Liverpool? There was contact. After that, it remains personal."

Honda inks contract with Milan with Liverpool, Tottenham in fray

CSKA Moscow star Keisuke Honda, who was believed to be also on the wishlist of Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, has put pen to paper on a contract with AC Milan. Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani was reported telling reporters: “Honda will be a Milan player from 3 January. We have already filed the contract.”

Arsenal consider bid for Antoine Griezmann

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is reportedly lining up a 20 million pound bid for Real Sociedad winger Antoine Griezmann, according to the Metro. While Arsenal also have enough players capable of playing on the wings, one reckons that Wenger might want to use German international Lukas Podolski in a more central role should he sign Griezmann in January.

Spurs frontrunners to sign Berba

North Londoners Tottenham Hotspur are believed to be leading the race to acquire the services of Fulham forward Dimitar Berbatov, reports The Daily Express. The Bulgarian is believed to be vying for a move away from Craven Cottage this winter, with Arsenal and West Ham also suggested to be hot on his trail.

Arsenal, Napoli and Inter lock horns over Rafael

Arsenal, Napoli and Inter Milan are believed to be vying for Manchester United ace Rafael, reports The Daily Express. The Brazilian has been an immensely useful player for the Red Devils but has seen questions being raised over his future at the club.

Ranocchia to put in transfer request

Inter Milan star Andrea Ranocchia is believed to be contemplating handing in a transfer request at the San Siro soon, reports The Daily Express. The Italian is reported to be a target for Premier League sides Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur this winter.

Sanabria may be closer to Arsenal move

Barcelona youngster Antonio Sanabria may be on the verge of a move to Arsenal, reports El Mundo Deportivo. Reports in the Spanish newspaper suggest that the Paraguayan has verbally agreed to offers from an unnamed club, with the side in question believed to be either of the Gunners or AS Roma.

Cabaye drops PSG hints

Newcastle United playmaker Yohan Cabaye has dropped hints of being wishful of a move to Paris Saint-Germain. The Frenchman, who is also on the wishlist of Arsenal and Manchester United, has been quoted in The Daily Star, saying: "As far as I know, there has been no contact with Paris Saint-Germain. Who wouldn't want to join PSG today?"

Arsenal and Tottenham fans will get a third chance this season to cheer their teams against each other with the north London rivals having been drawn against each other in the Third Round of the FA Cup.

The Gunners will be at home and considering their scintillating start to the current season will no doubt be the favourites. Spurs, on the other hand, have been mediocre in their performances, with the graph of the team full of countless crests and troughs. While Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger will hope to end the club’s 8 year long wait for a Trophy (their last one incidentally was the FA Cup 2004-05), Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas will be eager to salvage some pride against their more decorated neighbours by notching up a win.