The Spaniard is currently out injured after having surgery on his chronic ankle problem in December, which ruled him out for three months, meaning he will return in February. But manager Max Allegri and his stars were hard at work as they bid to become the first side to win Serie A six seasons in a row. s, results and live match commentaryThe Dutch manager signed his countryman from Celtic when he was Saints manager. 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. But a major problem could be the growing interest from China in top European players – and the riches on offer. VICTOR LINDELOF has been training with his Benfica team-mates as he waits for news of his move to Manchester United. The Frenchman had been waiting for a new deal for months, despite being arguably the best goalkeeper in the Premier League. The Premier League leaders have made contact with the left-back’s agent to sound out whether he would be willing to make a January transfer window switch to Stamford Bridge. the timings of contract renewals so that he has the funds in place to make the contracts work with the clubs cashflow. Gundogan and with Fernandinho suspended again following his sending off against Burnley for a reckless challenge, the need to strengthen in midfield becomes even more of a priority.