Clubs across the continent are in the market for January transfer deals as they look to strengthen their squads for the second half of the 2024/25 season with titles, European football and survival all on the line.
Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City are all rumoured to be circling new arrivals as they battle it out in the Premier League while the window could see some big exits confirmed with Trent Alexander-Arnold negotiating a possible free transfer to Real Madrid and Manchester United open to selling Marcus Rashford. Randal Kolo Muani is said to be one option for United, who look likely to miss out on Viktor Gyokeres this month, while Arsenal and Liverpool are chasing Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao.
One of the more intriguing sagas is the fate of Dani Olmo who could be left in limbo is Barcelona fail in their attempts to re-register him. The Spanish giants are battling LaLiga over finanical issues which could mean Olmo needs to find a new club and there are plenty of teams, Arsenal and Chelsea included, monitoring the situation.
And across the rest of the English top-flight, clubs are sticking to PSR regulations and tight budgets as they look to find cut-price deals to bolster their squads.
Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and deals below:
January transfer window - live updates
- The winter transfer window began on 1 January and finishes at the end of the month
- Liverpool and Man City battle for Omar Marmoush
- Arsenal in race to sign Nico Williams and Lee Kang In
- Virgil van Dijk ‘offered to Real Madrid’ but Spanish club turn option down
- Viktor Gyokeres set to stay with Sporting, leaving Man Utd to focus on new striker targets
- Randal Kolo Muani is one of those names as they look to bring the PSG forward in on loan
- Borussia Dortmund the latest European giant in for Marcus Rashford
- Chelsea want Kobbie Mainoo if midfielder leaves Man Utd
Man City also monitoring Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov
16:17
Richard Jolly
Manchester City are also interested in Abdukodir Khusanov although the Lens defender is viewed as a potential signing for the future, rather than a player who would be likely to break into the first 11 now.
The 20-year-old Uzbekistan international is around a decade younger than three of City’s current centre-backs, in John Stones, Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji.
Man City eye £50m Egypt forward as belated Julian Alvarez replacement
16:15
Richard Jolly
Manchester City want to sign Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush to bolster their forward line, although they believe it will be difficult to sign the Egypt international this month.
Marmoush has scored 18 goals and contributed 11 assists already this season but with Eintracht challenging for a Champions League place, City are conscious it could be hard to persuade the Bundesliga high-flyers to sell.
The 25-year-old, who might cost up to £50m, could be a belated replacement for Julian Alvarez, who was sold to Atletico Madrid in the summer for a fee that could rise to £82m.
Postecoglou reluctant to add more defenders
16:12
Mike Jones
Ange Postecoglou says he is reluctant to bring in more defenders in January as Ben Davies, Micky Van de Ven and Cristian Romero should return from injury soon.
Asked whether he would add reinforcements at left-back he said: “It depends, we’re in a tricky situation. Ben Davies can play left-back, we could have three very, very good defenders coming back in very quickly.
“Destiny [Udogie] will be a bit longer. It’s a bit of a balancing act. The beauty of bringing in someone like Antonin Kinsky is he was part of our plans anyway.
“I’m really reluctant to bring in another body for the sake of it. They have to either fit into what we’re trying to do or is going to help us straight away. Those are the kind of criteria we’re looking at.”
Man Utd exploring deal for Kolo Muani
15:57
Luke Baker
With news that Viktor Gyokeres is unlikely to leave Sporting this month, Manchester United are exploring other striker options with Randal Kolo Muani apparently high on their list.
According to David Ornstein at The Athletic, United and Tottenham are actively exploring a deal to sign Kolo Muani on loan from PSG.
The France striker is also wanted by Juventus and Ornstein says they are the leading contenders to capture his signature, with the France striker short of game-time at PSG but regarded by his suitorsas one of the best versatile attackers currently on the market.
Kolo Muani, who moved to PSG from Eintracht Frankfurt in 2023 for €90m and is under contract until 2028, has played just 14 times for the French side this season, providing two goals and an assist.
Chelsea want Kobbie Mainoo
15:47
Mike Jones
Chelsea are at the top of the list of clubs who want to sign Kobbie Mainoo should he depart Manchester United.
The Daily Mail are reporting that their is a stalemate in negotiations over a new deal between the midfielder and the Old Trafford hierarchy despite Mainoo having two-and-a-half years left on his current contract.
If United do sell the player it would be financially beneficial given any proceeds from a sale would go down as pure profit on the accounts.
The fans would not be pleased as Mainoo is a homegrown talent that broke into the first team under Erik ten Hag and has continued to impress.
Virgil van Dijk ‘offered to Real Madrid’
15:45
Luke Baker
Real Madrid have been heavily linked with a move for Trent Alexander-Arnold but it’s another Liverpool defender that they have reportedly turned down the opportunity to sign.
Virgil van Dijk was ‘offered to Real Madrid’ by the player’s agent, according to Spanish outlet Relevo, but the Spanish club have declined as they look at other players more suited to their project.
Van Dijk is a free agent in the summer and yet to agree a new contract with Liverpool. His agent is said to have contacted Madrid officials to inform them the 33-year-old was keen on a move to the Bernabeu, especially knowing the team have struggled with injuries at centre-back to David Alaba and Eder Militao, but Madrid refused to take up the option.
New transfer interest emerges for Marcus Rashford as Italian club want loan deal
15:31
Luke Baker
AC Milan are interested in taking Marcus Rashford on loan as they look to offer him a route out of Manchester United.
The Serie A club’s interest is not advanced at this stage but United are aware that Rashford is wanted at San Siro.
The 27-year-old said last month he was “ready for a new challenge” after spending his entire career at Old Trafford and falling out of favour under new head coach Ruben Amorim.
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Jhon Duran attracting interest from PSG and Barcelona
15:17
Luke Baker
It appears Aston Villa may have a fight on their hands to keep hold of in-form striker Jhon Duran. The Colombian has been a revelation for Villa this season, scoring 11 goals including the winner against Bayern Munich.
But Talksport are reporting that PSG have expressed an interest in signing the forward, with £60m said to be the price that would tempt Villa to sell.
Meanwhile, Spanish outlet Sport are reporting that Barcelona sporting director Deco has already met with Duran’s representatives for informal talks to let him know he is on the Barca radar.
Chelsea learn Marc Guehi asking price
15:01
Luke Baker
Marc Guehi is one of the more sought-after names this transfer window and the defender has now had his asking price set by Crystal Palace.
Guehi’s former club Chelsea are leading the charge to re-sign him amid a defensive injury crisis and have been told they will have to stump up £70m to make it happen.
Newcastle wanted the centre-back last summer and Palace turned down multiple bids, up to £60m, for him. They are set to stand firm on £70m, which Chelsea are currently unwilling to pay.
Arsenal in race for Nico Williams and Lee Kang In
14:37
Luke Baker
A couple of Arsenal nuggets from David Ornstein of The Athletic. Firstly, the Gunners are looking at highly-rated Athletic Bilbao and Spain forward Nico Williams.
Mikel Arteta would love to sign Williams during this window but finances make it unlikely and the player himself is not agitating to leave Bilbao. His release clause €60m (although it fluctuates with inflation) and would need to be paid in full, meaning a summer move is more likely.
Arsenal face competition to sign the 22-year-old, as Chelsea are high on his list of suitors, while Liverpool looked into the viability of a deal last summer.
The Gunners may also be interested in PSG’s South Korean forward Lee Kang In. The 23-year-old is open to a new challenge and Barcelona’s interest may force Arsenal to come forward, having previously expressed interest although the price (at least double the €22m PSG paid to sign him from Mallorca in 2023) is considered off-putting.
Brighton chase Brazilian defender
14:24
Luke Baker
Brighton are still interested in signing 18-year-old centre-back Vitor Reis from Brazilian side Palmeiras despite seeing their latest approach rejected.
Reis signed a contract until December 2028 over the summer and Palmeiras are reluctant to sell, according to Sky Sports, with a number of clubs gathering information on the Brazil youth international.
DONE DEAL! Bournemouth complete Julio Soler signing
14:08
Luke Baker
A move that has been on the cards for a couple of days now is finally done. Bournemouth have completed the signing of 19-year-old left-back Julio Soler from Argentine side Lanus.
Soler arrived in the UK yesterday to finalise the move and has now done so. Solet is the current Argentina U20 captain and considered an exciting prospect for the future.
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Man City and Liverpool fight for £50m attacking star
13:52
Luke Baker
Manchester City need to freshen up their attacking talent as they try to salvage their season and Pep Guardiola’s men are targeting a £50m raid for Eintracht Frankfurt No 10 Omar Marmoush, according to Sam Wallace at The Telegraph.
The Egyptian international has been dubbed, perhaps inevitably ‘the next Mo Salah’ by some and has a versatility that could be invaluable to City – with the 25-year-old comfortable in a variety of attacking positions.
Marmoush joined Frankfurt on a free transfer from Wolfsburg at the start of last season and has shone, banging in 13 goals and contributing seven assists already this term.
He still has two and a half years left on his contract and although the original intention was a summer sale, City’s desperation could seal a move this month.
However, they apparently face competition from Liverpool, who are also after Marmoush. Who better to replace Mo Salah than ‘the next Mo Salah’...
Everton interested in Aston Villa star
13:36
Luke Baker
Everton may look elsewhere in the Premier League to bolster their squad, with Fabrizio Romano suggesting they’re interested in Aston Villa winger Jaden Philogene.
Romano says the Toffees have opened talks and that negotiations are for a permanent move rather than a loan.
West Ham approach two other candidates as Graham Potter deal hinges on key factor
13:20
Luke Baker
Away from the world of player transfers, the managerial merry go-round looks like it may be starting up again.
West Ham remain in advanced talks with Graham Potter to become their new manager, despite Julen Lopetegui taking training as normal on Tuesday morning.
Lopetegui’s position at West Ham is seen as untenable, although much still hinges on whether Potter will decide to take the job at the London Stadium, with Everton – under new ownership – also an option.
West Ham are keen to make the 53-year-old their next manager, having also approached two other candidates. The Hammers are understood to have sounded out former Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier, while there has previously been interest in Milan’s Sergio Conceicao.
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Son Heung Min to stay at Tottenham as club confirm contract extension
13:03
Luke Baker
Son Heung Min is set to stay at Tottenham beyond this season after the club triggered an extension option in his contract.
The South Korean’s deal was due to expire at the end of this campaign after a decade at the north London club.
But Spurs have activated an extension to their captain’s deal, keeping him under contract until the conclusion of the 2025/26 season and ensuring that he can not depart on a free transfer this summer.
Barcelona were apparently looking to sign Son on a free this summer, given their financial woes, but that now appears to be a no-go
Arne Slot hints at Liverpool transfer plans with comment on January window
12:49
Luke Baker
Arne Slot has said that Liverpool are keeping an eye open for a chance to strengthen in the transfer window and shrugged off the scrutiny on his side by saying that if he spent his time looking at social media, he would have no life.
The Dutchman ignored top scorer Mohamed Salah’s jibe at former Liverpool vice-captain Jamie Carragher to concentrate on his team. Salah posted that Carragher was “obsessed” with him after the pundit’s latest discussion on his contract.
And he confirmed that the Premier League leaders will look for opportunities in the winter window, even as he is content with the squad who have also gone top of the Champions League and reached the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.
Wolves on the brink of signing new centre-back
12:32
Luke Baker
Wolves are strengthening their defence as they face a Premier League relegation battle.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Wolves have signed all documents to bring in Reims star Emmanuel Agbadou as their new centre back, with a deal worth €20m and add-ons.
Agbadou is 27, has made 11 appearances for the Ivory Coast and will sign a five-and-a-half-year contract with option included.
Another European giant in for Rashford
12:23
Luke Baker
The race to sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United this January is heating up, with another European giant considering a loan move for the forward.
AC Milan and Juventus has already been reported as being interested and now The Athletic are reporting that Borussia Dortmund are weighing up an attempt at recruiting the 27-year-old.
Rashford has stated he is “ready for a new challenge” away from Old Trafford although it’s not guaranteed he will leave this month. His contract, which reportedly pays him £325,000 per week until 2028, could prove to be a stumbling block.
United and Dortmund did business last January when Jadon Sancho joined the German side on loan after things went south for him with the Red Devils.
Aston Villa agree deal to sign Donyell Malen
12:02
Luke Baker
Aston Villa look set to add to their squad as they target a Champions League place once more, with talkSPORT reporting that Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen is set to sign.
Apparently he has agreed personal terms with Villa, which would be a huge statement from Unai Emery’s side to kick off the month.
Besiktas target Chris Wood
11:43
Luke Baker
Chris Wood has scored 11 goals in the Premier League this and is garnering interest from other clubs.
According to Fotomac, Turkish giants Besiktas are eyeing a move for the forward in the hopes of bringing him in as a partner for striker Ciro Immobile.
Nottingham Forest are, understandably, not keen on selling during this window as they hope to maintain their great form and keep themselves in the top four.
Arsenal have bid rejected for Brazilian striker
11:31
Luke Baker
Arsenal’s search for a striker has led them to South America, where they have reportedly had an opening bid rejected for Botafogo star Igor Jesus.
The Gunners have been linked with the likes of Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko but with that calibre of player unlikely to be available until the summer, they’re aiming for a cheaper stop-gap solution.
Brazilian outlet RTI Esporte are reporting that Botafogo have rejected an opening offer from the gunners for Jesus, although the amount is unknown, and that although the 23-year-old has an £83m release clause in his contract, a £16.6m bid may be enough to sign him.
Barcelona to make shock Son Heung Min move?
11:17
Luke Baker
Tottenham star Son Heung Min could be on the move to Barcelona, with the Spanish side set to make a shock bid to bring the South Korean to Catalonia on a free transfer in the summer.
That’s according to The Sun, via Spanish outlet El Nacional, as Barca’s financial situation means they’re having to target free agents, of which the Spurs captain is one. Bayern Munich pair Joshua Kimmich and Leroy Sane, plus Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah are also supposedly being targeted by Hansi Flick’s outfit.
Renato Veiga wanted by Italian clubs
11:03
Luke Baker
Chelsea star Renato Veiga is being watched by a number of clubs for a possible January move.
The Portuguese defender has been brilliant in Chelsea’s Conference League campaign but has had no opportunities to shine in the Premier League under Enzo Maresca.
German club Stuttgart are interested in bringing him in this month but they face competition from Napoli and Juventus from Serie A.
AC Milan to pounce on Olmo situation
10:46
Luke Baker
Italian giants AC Milan hope to pounce on the Dani Olmo situation at Barcelona.
The Spanish midfielder finds himself in deep water after Barcelona chiefs failed to seal his registration with La Liga. The Spanish giants are going through their options to keep him but may need to offload the player if they can’t register him with the Spanish footballing authorities.
According to SPORT, the Italian side are willing to offer him a six-month loan move to the San Siro after which time he would return to Barcelona.
It is a deal which could suit all parties though their are Premier League clubs also monitoring the situation and could yet throw spanners in the works.
Leroy Sane to make shock Man City return
10:30
Luke Baker
Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane is being linked with a return to Manchester City this month in a potential shock move.
According to Football Insider, City are one of a number of Premier League clubs – along with the likes of Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea – to be monitoring his situation.
The 28-year-old Sane only has six months to run on his Bayern contract, so could agree a pre-contract for the summer from now, although City are keen to strengthen in January to salvage their season.
Sane left City in 2020, as he moved to Bayern for a fee reported to be around £55m.
Man Utd add Denmark international Patrick Dorgu to wing-back wishlist
10:10
Luke Baker
As Ruben Amorim continues to implement his 3/5 at the back formation at Manchester United, the club are in the market for a left wing-back this January.
According to the incorrigible Fabrizio Romano, Danish international Patrick Dorgu – who plys his trade for Italian side Lecce – has been added to their list.
Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez and PSG’s Nuno Mendes would be United’s preferred option but they’re more expensive and Dorgu has been monitored by Man Utd scouts in recent months. Napoli are also keen on the Dane, according to Romano.
Joshua Zirkzee and Antony wanted on loan by European clubs as Man Utd look to rebuild
09:50
Luke Baker
Manchester United forwards Joshua Zirkzee and Antony are attracting interest from European clubs who want to take them on loan.
But United are keen to keep Zirkzee, who is a target for Juventus, despite a traumatic time for the summer signing when supporters first cheered his substitution and then booed the Dutchman as he went off in last Monday’s 2-0 defeat to Newcastle. However, Zirkzee’s name was sung by supporters in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at Liverpool, when he came off the bench.
United see Zirkzee as an important member of their squad, though the 23-year-old has only scored four goals in 27 appearances since his £36.5m move from Bologna.
Meanwhile, Real Betis are one of several clubs who hope to borrow Antony for the second half of the season. The £85m winger, the second most expensive signing in United’s history, has not started a league game this season and has only played 84 minutes of top-flight football, spread over six substitute appearances.
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Man Utd exploring deal for Kolo Muani
09:29
Luke Baker
With news that Viktor Gyokeres is unlikely to leave Sporting this month, Manchester United are exploring other striker options with Randal Kolo Muani apparently high on their list.
According to David Ornstein at The Athletic, United and Tottenham are actively exploring a deal to sign Kolo Muani on loan from PSG.
The France striker is also wanted by Juventus and Ornstein says they are the leading contenders to capture his signature, with the France striker short of game-time at PSG but regarded by his suitorsas one of the best versatile attackers currently on the market.
Kolo Muani, who moved to PSG from Eintracht Frankfurt in 2023 for €90m and is under contract until 2028, has played just 14 times for the French side this season, providing two goals and an assist.
Virgil van Dijk ‘offered to Real Madrid'
09:12
Luke Baker
Real Madrid have been heavily linked with a move for Trent Alexander-Arnold but it’s another Liverpool defender that they have reportedly turned down the opportunity to sign.
Virgil van Dijk was ‘offered to Real Madrid’ by the player’s agent, according to Spanish outlet Relevo, but the Spanish club have declined as they look at other players more suited to their project.
Van Dijk is a free agent in the summer and yet to agree a new contract with Liverpool. His agent is said to have contacted Madrid officials to inform them the 33-year-old was keen on a move to the Bernabeu, especially knowing the team have struggled with injuries at centre-back to David Alaba and Eder Militao, but Madrid refused to take up the option.
Man Utd forced to move on after Viktor Gyokeres update
08:48
Luke Baker
Viktor Gyokeres is set to stay at Sporting CP this winter, with negotiations to buy him from the Portuguese club being delayed until the summer, meaning Manchester United will need to look elsewhere to solve their striker issue this January.
Gyokeres has plundered 30 goals for Sporting this season and attracted attention all across Europe but Italian outlet TuttoMercatoWeb are saying he won’t be leaving Portugal this month.
United, with former Sporting boss Ruben Amorim at the helm, are known to be interested in the Swedish, ex-Coventry star, while the likes of Man City, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are also thought to be considering bids.
Igor Paixao chased by Arsenal and Liverpool
08:38
Luke Baker
Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao is being chased by Arsenal and Liverpool, among other Premier League clubs.
According to CaughtOffside, Paixao has impressed scouts of both sides as well as the likes of Spurs, Aston Villa and West Ham. He could be available for around €30-35m.
No talks have taken place or offers made as of yet but Arsenal and Liverpool have received glowing reports from their scouts.
Juve offer surprise swap deal to Man Utd
08:35
Luke Baker
Juventus have offered to swap Dusan Vlahovic for Joshua Zirkzee as part of a January transfer move according to talkSPORT.
Zirkee has only scored three Premier League goals since his arrival at Old Trafford and is in the firing line as one of the squad players underforming.
The Dutchman signed for £36.5m in the summer but could make an early exit if a swap deal for Vlahovic can be arranged. Vlahovic has just 18 months left on his Juve contract in Turin and the Italian giants hope to benefit from his exit.
The Serbia international is the club’s top scorer this season with 12 goals in all competitions and has the ability to lead the line for United.
New transfer interest emerges for Marcus Rashford as Italian club want loan deal
08:13
Luke Baker
AC Milan are interested in taking Marcus Rashford on loan as they look to offer him a route out of Manchester United.
The Serie A club’s interest is not advanced at this stage but United are aware that Rashford is wanted at San Siro.
The 27-year-old said last month he was “ready for a new challenge” after spending his entire career at Old Trafford and falling out of favour under new head coach Ruben Amorim.
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United have sights on Mendes
00:00
Mike Jones
Manchester United are keeping tabs on PSG’s Nuno Mendes ahead of a potential summer move. Mendes has entered the final 18 months of his contract and talks over a new contract with the French side have stalled0
United are looking to bolster their left-back options and Mendes could fit the bill. The club recently agreed a deal for Paraguayan defender Diego Leon who turns 18 in April.
It is thought the player will arrive in Manchester soon for a medical.
