Barcelona are also watching the situation from afar — but they are in no position to compete with their Clasico rivals financially unless they sell a big player. Everton boss Ronald Koeman is an admirer and thought he was close to doing a deal last summer. Injury-plagued Carroll missed three months this season with a knee injury. Conte looked at the defender last season when arrived but the club prioritised deals for David Luiz, Alonso and NGolo Kante. his former club want to sign him this month — and believe a bid of around £30million should be enough to secure a deal. ucrative four-year-deal with a buy out clause of of 拢25m and would be seen as a replacement for Ilkay Gundogan who will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury. ARSENAL are locked in contract negotiations?with their star man Alexis Sanchez but Juventus are ready to pounce for the South American. rts daily?LIVE blogAP:Associated Press5The star saw red for a nasty tackle on Germany legend Philipp LahmReuters5Forsberg has made 15 league appearances so far this season and scored five goalsForsberg has made 15 league appearances so far this season and scored five goals playing predominantly as a left-sided attacker or No10. The club – who have just been promoted to Chinas top tier – have a multi-billionaire owner in Shu Yuhui. s, results and live match commentaryAnd boss Antonio Conte is hopeful of securing a £21million deal for the full-back as he looks to bolster his squad for the title run-in over the next five months.