And while the two governing bodies continue to discuss plans surrounding the current campaign, Sheffield United and their top-flight rivals continue to be linked with activity in the upcoming transfer window.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
1. Bird close to Chelsea move
Chelsea are close to finalising a deal for Derby midfielder Max Bird and will pay £4.7million for the 19-year-old’s signature. (Todofichajes via Daily Express) Photo: Gareth Copley
2. Fraser to snub Arsenal for Spurs
Bournemouth winger Ryan Fraser is set to snub Arsenal in favour of joining Tottenham Hotspur once his contract expires at the end of the campaign. (Football Insider) Photo: Warren Little
3. Reds make contact over Koulibaly
Liverpool have made contact with Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly over a possible £60m deal. Joel Matip is ‘likely’ to be sold by Jurgen Klopp. (Tuttomercato via Sports Witness) Photo: Francesco Pecoraro
4. Brazillian dreams of Old Trafford move
Santos midfielder Yeferson Soteldo, linked with Everton in January, dreams of playing for Manchester United and would be willing to sign a lifetime contract with the club. (Gazeta Esportiva) Photo: Wagner Meier