Transfer Rumors (5 Jan 2010): Liverpool turn down Babel bid, no Man City move for Veron, Spain return in cards for Arsenal’s Merida, and more

Even though the January transfer window sees far less action than the summer transfer window, that doesn't mean that this month will be without plenty of headlines involving big clubs and big-name stars.

This afternoon's roundup of transfer news tidbits includes bits from England, Spain, Italy, France, and Scotland, and though there aren't any big done deals to speak of just yet, it's looking like a few could be in the cards in the near future.

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