The final week of the January transfer window arrives with Premier League clubs making some late additions before the business end of the season.
Tottenham looked poised for a shock swoop after it emerged that they were plotting a deal for Liverpool stalwart Andy Robertson, whose contract is up at the end of the season. After losing his place to Milos Kerkez, the Reds have blocked a premature exit for the 31-year-old citing the need of his services for the remainder of the season.
A former Liverpool full-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has struggled at Real Madrid so far, could be a future target for Man City, it has been reported, though any return to the Premier League looks premature with the England international determined to fight for his place.
Elsewhere, Premier League leaders Arsenal are plotting a bid for Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez, after Ethan Nwaneri completed his loan move to Marseille, while Chelsea are reportedly targeting a loan move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Douglas Luiz alongside trying to seal a deal for promising French defender Jeremy Jacquet.
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- Liverpool enter race for RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande
- Arsenal plot bid for Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez - but learn hefty price
- Man Utd targeting midfielders after Casemiro announces exit
- West Ham agree deal over Paqueta
Chelsea want Rogers?
15:48 , Mike JonesSome rumours coming out of Stamford Bridge now.
Chelsea are reportedly keen on, not only keeping hold of Cole Palmer, but reuniting him with Morgan Rogers.
Chelsea are reportedly keen to reunite Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers.
TeamTalk say that the two players are long-term friends and Chelsea hold an interest in the Aston Villa star.
Rogers is under contract at Villa until 2031 so any move would cost a lot for Chelsea.
Arsenal must beware of anti-football’s perils after succumbing to Man United magic
15:36 , Will CastleArsenal’s first home loss of the season came with a sense of poetic justice. Two outright worldies had proved the difference between another Gunners victory via set piece debauchery, and defeat. Anti-football was beaten by its antithesis: joga bonito.
Mikel Arteta’s side were the architects of their own downfall against a Manchester United side in the midst of a revival. Having dominated the first half an hour and taken a deserved lead, albeit through an own goal, the league leaders capitulated in a seven-minute spell that saw Bryan Mbeumo gifted two gilt-edged chances. He took the second one.
Arsenal must beware of anti-football’s perils after succumbing to Man United magic
Beto's move collapses
15:24 , Mike JonesEverton striker Beto’s move to Fenerbache has collapsed.
The Portuguese had been earmarked as a replacement for Youssef En-Nesyri, who is in talks with Juventus, and his agent was spotted in Istanbul this week.
Everton demanded a fee of €20m (£17.3m) which has led Fenerbahce to move onto other targets.
Fulham bid £28m for striker
15:12 , Mike JonesFulham have contacted PSV Eindhoven with a bid worth £28m for striker Ricardo Pepi.
Sky Sports say it would be the second attempt Fulham have made for the USA international, after their £21m bid last January was rejected.
The PSV striker’s contract runs until 2030 but PSV are considering Fulham’s bid.
No signings coming for Newcastle
15:00 , Mike JonesEddie Howe has confirmed that Newcastle will not pursue any new signings in the January transfer window.
He said: "We have the players that we have, and we have to find a solution with those players," he said.
"There’s no point me thinking we need another type of player at this moment because it’s not going to happen.”
‘Absolutely not’: Roy Keane reacts to suggestion Michael Carrick be permanent Man Utd boss
14:49 , Mike JonesRoy Keane shut down suggestions that Michael Carrick be given the role of Manchester United manager on a permanent basis following the 3-2 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Carrick took over from the sacked Ruben Amorim on a contract until the end of the current suggestion with the executives at Old Trafford currently searching for a new manager to hire permanently.
‘Absolutely not’: Keane reacts to suggestion Carrick be permanent Man Utd boss
Sergio Ramos to buy Sevilla
14:40 , Mike JonesSergio Ramos has reportedly reached an agreement to buy Sevilla.
Ramos first joined Sevilla in 1996, breaking into their first-team in 2004 before joining Real Madrid, and later PSG.
Carrusel Deportivo claims he has reached an agreement in principle to buy out the club’s shareholders, and he has entered an exclusivity period.
Due diligence will now be carried out before a takeover can be confirmed.
Palace will only sell Mateta on permanent move
14:31 , Mike JonesCrystal Palace are only willing to sanction a permanent exit for Jean-Philippe Mateta in this transfer window.
The Eagles are open to selling the French international if his £35m valuation is met and they can find a suitable replacement.
But, the club are not actively looking to sell their top scorer.
Contract negotiations between Mateta and the club have stalled meaning they would have to consider serious offers. Mateta's contract expires at the end of the 2026/27 season.
Palace are unwilling to entertain any loan options unless there is a permanent element attached.
Napoli renew interest in Jadon Sancho
14:22 , Mike JonesNapoli have renewed their interest in Jadon Sancho and are weighing up a summer move.
Corriere dello Sport add that the United loanee is one name on a five-strong shortlist.
Real Betis' Abde Ezzalzouli, OGC Nice's Jeremie Boga, Atalanta's Daniel Maldini and Sassuolo's Armand Lauriente are the other names listed.
How Patrick Dorgu’s reincarnation is spearheading Man United’s revival
14:13 , Will CastleThere’s an air of Ole Gunnar Solsjkaer to the beginning of this latest interim era at Manchester United. So much has been talked about the club’s missing “DNA”, whatever that may consist of.
But under the guidance of Michael Carrick, United are winning big games again - something that historically reflects “The Manchester United Way” - and just like under Solskjaer, a player reborn is at the heart of things.
With Solskjaer, that was a 21-year-old Marcus Rashford, revitalised after being misused out wide by Jose Mourinho. With Carrick, it’s Patrick Dorgu.
How Patrick Dorgu’s reincarnation is spearheading Man United’s revival
Fulham must fight to keep Wilson, says Silva
14:03 , Mike JonesFulham manager Marco Silva warned the club must do everything they can to keep Harry Wilson after his eighth Premier League goal of the season beat Brighton.
"We are in the fight, we are trying to keep him," said Silva. "If you ask me if it's going to be easy, I say it's not going to be easy.
"The more he scores, many more clubs are going to be around him. This is football business. When a player goes to the end of his contract, this kind of thing is going to happen.
"I know he's happy in our club and how much he's enjoying the moment. It's up to the club to do the maximum to keep him."
Cole Palmer 'untouchable' amid Man Utd links
13:54 , Mike JonesShock links with Man United emerged around Cole Palmer this week, with the Manchester-born forward reportedly homesick.
But The Telegraph claims Palmer is part of a new group of “untouchables” at Chelsea, along with skipper Reece James and midfielder Moises Caicedo.
Speaking ahead of the clash with Crystal Palace, boss Liam Rosenior was asked about Palmer and said: “I’ve had numerous conversations with Cole and he seems very, very happy to be here. He is very, very happy to be here.
“He’s a huge part of our plans in the long term. He’s an outstanding player. Every player goes through difficult moments in their careers in terms of injury. I don’t think it’s any reflection on his qualities. He’s an outstanding footballer.”
Chelsea and Aston Villa monitor PSG youngster
13:45 , Mike JonesThere’s plenty of talent coming through at Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea and Aston Villa are supposedly keen on one of their brightest prospects - Ibrahim Mbaye turned 18 yesterday after becoming Senegal’s youngest ever Africa Cup of Nations scorer earlier in January.
Sky Germany say that the Premier League pair are watching him closely.
West Ham agree deal over Paqueta
13:44 , Mike JonesWest Ham United have verbally agreed a deal for Flamengo to sign Lucas Paqueta.
The £35.8m (€41.25m) transfer will be formalised in the next 24 hours and Paqueta will join Flamengo straight away.
That’s according to Sky Sports.
Paqueta had wanted to leave England to return to his home country of Brazil and now it seems as though the move is happening.
Nuno Espirito Santo said that Paqueta was the best player at the club so for the Hammers to let him leave it will be a blow to West Ham’s hopes of avoiding relegation.
Fabian Hurzeler reveals defender could leave on loan
13:36 , Mike JonesFabian Hurzeler admitted Diego Coppola could leave Brighton on loan during the transfer window to boost the defender's hopes of being selected for Italy at this summer's World Cup - if they qualify.
"It's a 50-50 situation," Hurzeler said. "Copps might be one player but we really enjoy working with him.
"There's a World Cup upcoming but I'm quite sure in the future he will be a big player for us. But we have to analyse what is best for the club and the individual development for the player."
Sean Dyche responds to Douglas Luiz to Chelsea speculation
13:27 , Mike JonesNottingham Forest boss Sean Dyche was coy on whether on-loan midfielder Douglas Luiz could be heading to Chelsea.
The Brazilian is on loan at the City Ground from Juventus but has struggled for game time under Dyche due to injury and also perhaps because the deal turns permanent if certain criteria is met.
Reports from west London suggest Chelsea are lining up a swoop this month, but Dyche did not say much.
"He is a very good player and I said when we played him in Europe (before Christmas) we probably rushed him back, but because of his experience he has used that wisely to be back," he said.
"It doesn't surprise me there is interest from other clubs in good players. That's the nature of the business.
"It's a doubled-edged sword. You sort of want people interested in your players, that means they are doing a good job and are good players, but you don't because you don't want them coming knocking on the door.”
"I won't roll out the red carpet for Buonanotte" says Farke
13:18 , Mike JonesFacundo Buonanotte has been told by Leeds boss Daniel Farke that there will be no easy route into his starting line-up.
Leeds' summer move for the Brighton midfielder was hijacked by Chelsea, but his loan spell at Stamford Bridge was cut short earlier this month to allow him to join Leeds for the rest of the season.
Farke said: "Facundo is a very young, very talented player, otherwise you don't earn caps for Argentina's national team. He's a very skilful player, who has this special creativity that is quite rare at the top level.
"There are many reasons we wanted him because he has several skills we were missing a little bit. But I'm tempted not to praise him too much because he'll think he's already Lionel Messi.”
Liverpool contact Xabi Alonso
13:09 , Mike JonesSpanish media outlet AS are reporting that Liverpool have made contact with Xabi Alonso.
Alonso is available since being let go by Real Madrid and with Arne Slot under increasing pressure Liverpool are sounding out the former Bayer Leverkusen boss.
No movement will happen until the summer but Alonso is said to be open to a move having rejected approaches from Liverpool in 2024 to remain at Leverkusen.
West Ham need more signings, admits Nuno
13:00 , Mike JonesBoss Nuno Espirito Santo is adamant West Ham need new signings before the end of the January transfer window.
“We have one week to go,” said Nuno. “I still believe that we need to rebalance our squad. We need options in some positions.
“We need to become more competitive. I still believe in the work the club is doing.”
Zinchenko still discussing Arsenal exit
12:52 , Mike JonesOleksandr Zinchenko and Arsenal are still in talks over facilitating an exit for the Ukrainian full-back this month.
Zinchenko, who has spent the first half of the season on loan at Nottingham Forest but played on sparingly, is trying to seal a permanent move to Dutch giants Ajax.
The 29-year-old has travelled to Amsterdam to complete a medical but the deal is on hold until the details over his Arsenal departure are finalised, report Sky Sports.
If Ajax get the green light, they will finalise a six-month contract, with Zinchenko’s long-term future then decided in the summer.
Man United youngster heads to Norwich
12:45 , Mike JonesManchester United youngster Harry Amass has joined Championship strugglers Norwich on loan for the rest of the season.
The 18-year-old left-back was on loan at Sheffield Wednesday for the first half of the campaign, playing 21 times for the doomed Owls.
He’ll jump right back into the Championship relegation scrap, although this time with a team who have at least a fighting chance of staying up, in the form of Norwich.
Tammy Abraham on brink of Aston Villa move
12:34 , Mike JonesTammy Abraham is on the brink of completing a move back to the Premier League, with Aston Villa.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Villa now have an agreement in principle with Besiktas, where Abraham is on loan from Roma, with personal terms having long since been agreed.
The deal will be €21m plus add-ons, with Villa’s teenage defender Yasin Ozcan also part of the package, according to Romano.
Anderson prefers Man City to Man United
12:26 , Mike JonesIn a battle of the Manchester clubs, Elliot Anderson is said to prefer Man City, rather than United.
The Nottingham Forest midfielder has long been a target for Man United but they could lose another player to their city rivals, with The I reporting he will join Pep Guardiola’s side this summer.
Anderson has emerged as a key player for not just Forest but Thomas Tuchel’s England as well.
Oliver Glasner launches tirade at Crystal Palace hierarchy over sale of captain Marc Guehi to Man City
12:17 , Lawrence OstlereOliver Glasner launched an angry tirade at the Crystal Palace hierarchy over the sale of captain Marc Guehi to Manchester City, accusing the club of “abondoning” him and his squad.
Glasner said the team’s heart had been “torn out twice in a season”, referring to the sale of Guehi and Eberechi Eze’s transfer to Arsenal in the summer, as the manager risked his relationship with the club.
Oliver Glasner launches tirade at Palace hierarchy over sale of captain Marc Guehi
Lazio chase Everton midfielder
12:08 , Mike JonesEverton midfielder Tim Iroegbunam is attracting interest from Lazio, according to Sky Italia.
Iroegbunam joined the Toffees from Aston Villa in the summer of 2024 and has been a regular in David Moyes’s midfield this season, albeit from the bench on occasions.
Serie A side Lazio lost influential midfielder Matteo Guendouzi earlier this month to Fenerbahce and have made enquiries about Iroegbunam as they eye a replacement.
Joe Gomez wanted by AC Milan
11:55 , Mike JonesLiverpool’s intention to improve their centre-back ranks has led to links to the likes of Micky van de Ven, Alessandro Bastoni and Nico Schlotterbeck but one defender who could be departing is Joe Gomez.
AC Milan are considering the 28-year-old Gomez as an emergency option to fill their defensive needs, according to Italian outlet Calciomercato.
The former Charlton man has struggled for game-time under Arne Slot.
Nani signs for Aktobe
11:46 , Mike JonesWell, this was unexpected.
Former Manchester United winger Nani has come out of retirement to sign of Kazak side FC Aktobe.
The 39-year-old retired in December 2024 and has not played since an appearance for Estrela da Amadora against Sporting in the Portuguese league.
"I’m very happy to have joined FC Aktobe and I am looking forward to contributing to the development of the club and football in Kazakhstan.
"I was very impressed with the club’s vision for the future and will work hard to take us to new heights, at home and abroad."
Kobbie Mainoo is Man United’s future again – and he has Michael Carrick to thank
11:38 , Richard JollyThe beginning of the end for one, a new beginning for another. Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo were not Manchester United’s midfield double act for most of this season – not when Ruben Amorim would not start the latter in the Premier League – and will not be for the long term.
Not when the Brazilian confirmed he will go when his contract expires at the end of the season.
But then, until Amorim’s sacking, it seemed that Mainoo may have been exiting earlier. There were reasons for him to leave on loan, with Napoli apparently interested.
Kobbie Mainoo is Man United’s future again – and he has Michael Carrick to thank
Alexander-Arnold NOT told to leave Real Madrid
11:30 , Mike JonesReports in Spain suggested that Trent Alexander-Arnold had been told by new boss Alvaro Arbelao to find a new club in the summer but the Daily Mail are reporting that is NOT the case.
The 27-year-old has had an underwhelming, injury-interrupted campaign at the Bernabeu so far but retained the backing of ex-manager Xabi Alonso.
Spanish outlet El Nacional claimed that had changed under Arbeloa, who saw the ex-Liverpool full-back as surplus to requirements, but the Mail is adamant there’s no truth in that claim.
Bayern chasing Cody Gakpo
11:22 , Mike JonesSlightly out of left field, this one, but Bayern Munich are planning to raid Liverpool for another winger, in the form of Cody Gakpo.
Bayern signed Luis Diaz for £65m, including add-ons last summer and, according to Bayern Space, the German heavyweights are planning a move for the same amount to sign Gakpo.
This has been prompted by another target, Yan Diomande, reportedly preferring a move to Liverpool rather than the Munich-based side.
Masuaku set for loan to high-flying Lens
11:14 , Mike JonesSunderland defender Arthur Masuaku is close to completing a loan move to Ligue 1 Lens for the remainder of the season.
It’s understood an agreement between the two clubs is in place and that the 32-year-old DR Congo international is due to travel to France to seal the switch.
Former West Ham and Besiktas full-back Masuaku joined the Black Cats on a free transfer last summer as head coach Regis Le Bris reshaped his squad for life in the Premier League, but he has made only four senior appearances for the club to date.
He returned from the Africa Cup of Nations, where he started twice as his country went out to Algeria in the last 16, desperate for regular football and will now hope to play his part in high-flying Lens' push to deny Paris St Germain a fifth successive league title.
PSG land Barcelona wonderkid
11:06 , Mike JonesBarcelona starlet Dro Fernandez is due to undergo a medical at PSG today according to Fabrizio Romano.
The deal is reportedly worth £6.9m, with PSG triggering the player’s release clause this week.
🚨❤️💙 Dro, undergoing his medical at Paris Saint-Germain today ahead of €8m deal sealed with Barcelona. pic.twitter.com/VeQ0ip5xVw
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 26, 2026
Eddie Howe provides Bruno Guimaraes injury update
10:59 , Will CastleEddie Howe says Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes will do “everything he can” to make fitness for Wednesday’s pivotal Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
Guimaraes missed out on Sunday’s home defeat to Aston Villa with an ankle injury he suffered in last week’s 3-0 European win over PSV Eindhoven, and saw his team-mates extend a miserable record without him.
Howe provides Guimaraes injury update ahead of Newcastle’s crucial PSG clash
Chelsea recall Anselmino
10:50 , Mike JonesChelsea are recalling Aaron Anselmino from his loan at Borussia Dortmund.
The Standard say that Chelsea are recalling the 20-year-old as an initial measure for centre-back cover.
The Argentine impressed at the German club in the first half of the season but will now return to Chelsea.
Chelsea have been linked with Jeremy Jacquet and Harry Maguire though it seems unlikely that either deal will get completed before the end of the window.
Palace targeting Acheampong
10:42 , Mike JonesChelsea defender Josh Acheampong is a target for Crystal Palace this month, according to Sky Sports.
The Eagles are looking to fill the void left by former captain Marc Guehi, and Chelsea’s versatile 19-year-old defender is one of the names being discussed.
However, no formal conversations are understood to have taken place yet.
Man Utd add Nmecha to midfield targets?
10:35 , Mike JonesManchester United are tracking Borussia Dortmund’s Felix Nmecha as they consider a number of midfield targets, reports German outlet Bild.
The reports claims that Dortmund would ask for €60m in order to sign the 25-year-old, though it is unlikely a deal will be done this month.
Donnarumma would move back to Italy, says agent
10:28 , Mike JonesGianluigi Donnarumma’s agent Enzo Raiola has sensationally suggested that the Manchester City goalkeeper would accept a return to Italy, should it be offered.
Donnarumma has not played in Italy since leaving AC Milan in 2021. “Today at Manchester City he is finding serenity with the team and the environment, and he likes the project very much,” Raiola told Italian outlet Rai.
“He is also starting to understand the English championship. The other day he told me jokingly that playing five or six years there is an adventure, but it was a joke.”
Chelsea far from agreeing deal for Jacquet
10:21 , Mike JonesChelsea appear far apart with Rennes in their valuation of defender Jeremy Jacquet, with the French side holding out on a fee in the region of £55m, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Blues are known to be looking for defensive reinforcements but there is no guarantee tbey will make a signing this month.
Liverpool are among the other clubs interested in Jacquet, with the youngster widely regarded as one of France’s best emerging talents.
Michael Carrick outlines stance over Man United decisions after Casemiro exit confirmed
10:14 , Mike JonesMichael Carrick has vowed to put Manchester United’s long-term interests first – even as he only has a short-term contract to the end of the season.
Carrick has the task of trying to take United into the Champions League while they search for their next head coach.
And, after confirming Casemiro will leave when his contract expires at the end of the season, the club face another decision with Harry Maguire, whose deal is up in the summer.
Carrick outlines stance over Man United decisions after Casemiro exit confirmed
Bournemouth holding off Senesi interest
10:07 , Mike JonesBournemouth are planning on resisting any bids for Marcos Senesi during this month’s window, according to TalkSport.
The Argentine has turned down multiple offers to extend his contract – which expires in the summer – and Juventus and Barcelona have shown interest in the defender.
While both clubs know get ahead of rivals by trying to sign Senesi in January, the Cherries will do everything they can to keep their key defender this month.
Rayan set for Bournemouth medical
09:58 , Mike JonesHighly rated young winger Rayan is set to join up with Bournemouth and complete a move from Vasco Da Gama in a deal reportedly worth around £30.3m.
Rayan is scheduled for a medical with the Cherries today ahead of the transfer which should give the club their replacement for Antoine Semenyo following his switch to Man City.
Bournemouth are also in the market for a new goalkeeper with Lazio’s Christo Mandas also set for a medical.
Bastoni favouring move to Barcelona?
09:51 , Mike JonesSpanish media is (perhaps unsurprisingly) reporting that Liverpool target Alessandro Bastoni a move to the Camp Nou over Anfield.
AS reports that Bastoni’s contract expires in 2028, though Inter will consider ‘generous offers’, and Barcelona director of football Deco is an admirer of the Italian.
As always, the Blaugrana’s finances could prove a stumbling block, with Inter said to be asking for a price of around €70 million.
Everton tie down James Garner to new long-term contract amid risk of losing him for free
09:45 , Mike JonesEverton have got a major boost as midfielder James Garner has signed a new four-and-a-half year contract to stay on Merseyside.
The England hopeful’s previous deal was due to expire at the end of the season and Everton risking losing the £9m signing on a free transfer.
But the versatile Garner – who has played in both full-back positions and on the right as well as in his favoured role in the centre of midfield – has agreed to stay at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Everton tie down Garner to new long-term contract
Paqueta to secure West Ham exit?
09:38 , Mike JonesLucas Paqueta has been pushing to leave West Ham in favour of a return to his native country, Brazil.
Reportedly the Hammers have received a bid of €41m in a fixed fee for the midfielder from South American side Flamengo.
A second round of talks between Paqueta and Nuno Espirito Santo took place during the week with the West Ham boss wanting Paqueta to remain at the club as they look to avoid relegation.
Sources in Brazil have reportedly said the move has “never been so close”.
Sunderland recall Aleksic
09:36 , Mike JonesSunderland have recalled Milan Aleksic from his loan to KS Cracovia.
The 20-year-old Serb signed for the Black Cats in 2024, and made six league appearances for Cracovia during his six-month stay in Krakow, with a further two outings in the Polish Cup.
Aleksic did make one appearance for Sunderland before leaving on loan, bagging an assist in a Carabao Cup defeat by Huddersfield, which was decided by a penalty shootout.
Man Utd draw up four-man shortlist to replace Casemiro
09:34 , Mike JonesWith Casemiro’s exit now confirmed for the end of the season, Manchester United will need to strengthen their midfield in the summer.
The club have apparantly drawn up a shortlist of four players to replace him with summer moves the most likely.
Accordin to The Sun, the players United are looking at at Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, Brighton’s Carlos Baleba and Bournemouth’s Alex Scott.
All four have previously been linked with Manchester United and if Michael Carrick can lead them to the Champions League this term then the Old Trafford higher ups will have a better chance of securing their services.
Man Utd plan to hijack Chelsea move
09:33 , Mike JonesManchester United are considering hijacking Chelsea’s interest in Rennes striker Mohamed Kader Meite.
TEAMtalk report that the 18-year-old is currently being eyed up by the Old Trafford hierarchy with United becoming the latest club to show interest in the Chelsea target.
The striker is being looked at by nine clubs, including Crystal Palace and Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal.
Chelsea plot shock Maguire move
09:28 , Mike JonesChelsea are reportedly looking to sign Harry Maguire from Manchester United.
As reported by CaughtOffside and The Standard, Chelsea are in the market for a new centre-back before the end of January.
Jeremy Jacquet seems to be the priority but negotiations for the 20-year-old have reportedly been difficult.
That has seen Chelsea turn attentions to Maguire, who is enjoying a key role under new Man Utd interim manager Michael Carrick.
Juventus unlikely to move for Mateta
09:24 , Mike JonesJuventus are unlikely to make a move for Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta despite talks over Youssef En Nesyri collapsing over the weekend.
Palace value Mateta at £35m and that is too much for Juve to consider at the time being.
Palace are highly unlikely to let Mateta go on loan given their current predicament. They are eight points above the relegation zone and trying to ensure Oliver Glasner stays until the end of the season.
Liverpool enter race to sign Yan Diomande
09:20 , Mike JonesLiverpool have thrown their hat into the ring to sign much sought-after RB Leipzig teenager Yan Diomande.
Tricky forward Diomande shone for Ivory Coast at the recent Afcon and has been superb for Leipzig in recent times.
German outlet Bild are reporting that the Reds are keen to bring the 19-year-old to Anfield, entering a race that also includes Bayern Munich, although Diomande is said to prefer a move to Liverpool.
Arsenal plotting bid for Alvarez
09:17 , Mike JonesArsenal are exploring a potential move for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, although a bid wouldn’t come until this summer, according to ESPN.
Alvarez, who moved to Madrid from Manchester City for £82m in 2024, has scored 45 goals in 80 games for Atleti.
The Spanish club would reportedly demand a fee in excess of €100m to sell the player.
Alongside Arsenal, both Barcelona and Chelsea are said to be tracking the Argentina international.
Liverpool to hold on to Andy Robertson despite Tottenham interest
09:09 , Richard JollyLiverpool have decided they cannot let Andy Robertson move to Tottenham.
They had entered preliminary talks after Spurs made a surprise approach for the left-back, whose contract at Anfield expires in the summer and who has said he would like more first-team football.
But while Liverpool considered Tottenham’s offer out of respect for Robertson, they have concluded that, as things stand, they need him at Anfield.
Liverpool to hold on to Andy Robertson despite Tottenham interest
