Transfer News: Chelsea want Taylor and Cahill; Man City trio on the move

Chelsea's defensive problems have been well documented over recent weeks so there's no surprise that Carlo Ancelotti is on the look out for some new recruits come January. According to The Daily Mail the Blues are eyeing a £9 million move for Newcastle's out-of-favour centre-back Steven Taylor.

The Stamford Bridge club are also considering making a bid for highly-rated Bolton man Gary Cahill, although they could face competition from Liverpool. (Daily Mirror)

Manchester City look set for more departures than new signings when the transfer window opens next month - with a trio of players heading for the exit door. Emmanuel Adebayor is keen on a loan move to Tottenham, Shaun Wright-Phillips is attracting interest from Aston Villa and AC Milan could make a cut-price bid for Roque Santa Cruz. (Daily Mirror)

One player who could be on his way to Eastlands is Sporting Lisbon defender Daniel Carrico. The 22-year-old could cost around £12m. (Daily Mail)

Chelsea are considering a £3.5m bid for Lokomotiv Moscow keeper Guilherme to provide competition for Petr Cech. (Daily Mail)

Tottenham are battling with Turkish club Fenerbahce for the signature of Bordeaux defender Michael Ciani. (talkSPORT)

Source: DSG

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