If January is a month for restraint and cutting back, football begins each year dutifully following the memo. Another transfer window might have opened across Europe but, in stark contrast to the lavishness of summer, spending will be mostly reluctant and circumspect.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia would make a huge impact at any of the Premier League’s leading clubs according to Georgia assistant coach David Webb. The Napoli forward has earned a reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting young forwards following his performances for the Italian side over the course of the last two years.

Pep Guardiola 's side are closing in on three big-money deals, with Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov poised to be the first through the Etihad Stadium doors. Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush and Palmeiras star Vitor Reis could follow soon afterwards.

The Blues have suffered defensive injuries that could result in them looking for solutions in the January transfer window.

Premier League teams have made eight signings for more than £30m combined in the first week of the January transfer window, with the promise of more to come.

Chelsea and Liverpool are both interested in Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia who could become available in the January transfer window, according to reports. The 23-year-old has been one of Napoli’s standout performers since his arrival in a €10million (£8.

The January transfer window is official open, giving all 20 Premier League clubs the chance to bolster their squads for the second half of the season. The winter transfer window promises exciting, unpredictable signings and departures across the English top-flight.