Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United are clubs to watch in the finals days of the January transfer window. Erling Haaland has reportedly signed a new bumper extension at Manchester City, while it appears that Benjamin Sesko will not be an option for the Gunners as they target a new striker.
Mikel Arteta is also targeting a new midfielder, with Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi appearing to be set on the Emirates over Anfield or with Man City at the Etihad.
Arne Slot’s Reds continue to negotiate with soon-to-be out-of-contract trio Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil Van Dijk, with the right-back linked with a possible free transfer to Real Madrid.
While Manchester United are looking to sell Marcus Rashford. Kyle Walker could be on his way out of Man City, though, after informing Pep Guardiola of a desire to explore options away from the club and Milan and Inter are battling for the right back.
Elsewhere, Chelsea, currently in a rotten spell of form under Enzo Maresca, could negotiate a swap deal with Bayern Munich winger Mathys Tel, inserting out-of-favour striker Christopher Nkunku into a deal.
Follow all the latest news, rumours and deals below, plus analysis on the done deals and where new signings will fit into the starting line-ups:
January transfer window - live updates
- Benjamin Sesko agent rejects Arsenal links
- Erling Haaland signs mega Man City contract extension
- Arsenal rival Man Utd for Viktor Gyokeres with Juventus star also on list of targets
- Mohamed Salah handed £65m Saudi opportunity again
- Bayern Munich monitor Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi
- Agent of Alphonso Davies set for meetings with Liverpool and Manchester United
Manchester City set sights on new left-back for Pep Guardiola’s youthful rebuild
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Mike Jones
Manchester City are interested in Italy international left-back Andrea Cambiaso as Pep Guardiola plans for a youthful revamp of his defence.
The Premier League champions are not yet close to a deal for the Juventus player but he is a third defensive target for City.
They have agreed a fee with Palmeiras for 18-year-old Brazilian centre-back Vitor Reis and are closing in on a £33m move for 20-year-old Uzbekistan international Abdukodir Khusanov.
Everton consider move of Willian
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Mike Jones
this is an interesting one.
The Times say that Everton are debating a move for Willian.
The 36-year-old former Chelsea, Arsenal, and Fulham forward mutually terminated a year-long contract at Olympiacos and hopes for a return to the Premier League.
His free agent status would make him appealling to the Toffees who will not need to pay a transfer fee.
Willian made over 300 appearances in the Premier League across three clubs, scoring 47 and assisting 46.
His experience will bring an added dimension to Everton but his age may mean his quality in the final third is not as it once was.
Erling Haaland on mega Man City deal
10:42
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Mike Jones
Manchester City’s star forward has signed a deal keeping him at the club until 2034 which is a mammoth contract and the longest in the Premier League.
Haaland said: “I am really happy to have signed my new contract and to be able to look forward to spending even more time at this great club.
“Manchester City is a special club, full of fantastic people with amazing supporters and it’s the type of environment that helps bring the best out of everybody.
“I also want to thank Pep, his coaching staff, my teammates and everyone at the club as they have all helped me so much in the past couple of years. They have made this such a special place to be and now I am City no matter what.
“I want to keep developing, keep working to get better and look to do my best to try and help us achieve more success going forward.”
Esse set for Palace medial
10:27
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Mike Jones
Standard Sport says teenage winger Romain Esse will undergo a medical at Crystal Palace this afternoon.
A £14.5m move was agreed with Millwall earlier this week to bring the attacker to Selhurst Park.
Millwall left Esse out of their squad to face Dagenham & Redbridge in the FA Cup on Monday night due to the talks.
This transfer seems to be one step closer to completion.
Man City and Eintracht Frankfurt reach verbal agreement over Omar Marmoush transfer
10:14
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Mike Jones
Manchester City have reached a verbal agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt for the transfer of Egypt forward Omar Marmoush.
The 25-year-old, who is the second highest scorer in the Bundesliga, is set to become City’s most expensive January signing and their biggest buy since Josko Gvardiol arrived for £77m in 2023.
Personal terms are not expected to be an issue with Marmoush, who is keen to join the Premier League champions.
West Ham and Spurs compete for Barcelona starlet
10:03
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Jack Rathborn
West Ham and Tottenham are looking into a move for Barcelona and Spain forward Ansu Fati.
The 22-year-old showed flashes of brilliance for Brighton last season on loan, but has since returned to the Nou Camp.
And now Sport claim that the London clubs will compete for the youngster after eight appearances and no goals this season for Hansi Flick’s side.
Real Madrid consider Arsenal star Saliba to reinforce defence
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Jack Rathborn
Real Madrid could pursue a sensational move for William Saliba after an impressive run of form for Arsenal.
The 23-year-old centre-back William Saliba could become a priority for Los Blancos in the summer.
And Foot Mercato report that Saliba is a prime target, though Leipzig’s Castello Lukeba is also on their radar.
Erling Haaland signs astonishing new 9.5 year contract at Man City
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Jack Rathborn
Erling Haaland has signed a 10-season contract to keep him at Manchester City until he is 33.
The striker, whose previous deal was set to expire in 2027, has put pen to paper on a seven-year extension in what is almost certainly the most lucrative contract City have given any player.
And the Norwegian, who has scored 111 goals in 125 games since his 2022 arrival from Borussia Dortmund, said he was delighted to agree to spend almost all of the rest of his career at City.
“I am super happy,” he said. “I am proud. It is difficult to put into words because it is a big moment. I am happy and that is the right words to use. I am super proud and happy and I am looking forward to staying here for a long time. In the end, speaking with the people I spoke with, the hunger and the support that I have been getting for the last couple of years from the board, from the bosses and from Pep [Guardiola], it was an easy decision. I am delighted.”
Everton target former Chelsea star Willian
09:18
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Jack Rathborn
Everton could sign former Chelsea and Fulham winger Willian, reports the Telegraph.
The Brazilian, now 36 years old, is a free agent having left Olympiakos in December.
Willian scored four goals in the Premier League last season for the Whites, but struggled to make an impact in Piraeus, with just 11 appearances in total across all competitions and no goals.
AC Milan target Chelsea star after hitting problem over Rashford talks
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Jack Rathborn
AC Milan could capitalise on Joao Felix’s lack of game time at Chelsea.
The Rossoneri have encountered difficulties negotiating with Manchester United for Marcus Rashford, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
Man Utd determined to hold off Arsenal competition for Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres
08:48
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Jack Rathborn
Manchester United are hopeful of holding off competition for Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres to secure a deal in the summer, Miguel Delaney writes for the Independent.
Arsenal are understood to have raised the striker in discussions over a badly-needed forward signing for January, having brought forward plans from the summer after the ACL injury suffered by Gabriel Jesus.
Mikel Arteta this week admitted they are looking, and Gyokeres has been raised along with options such as Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko and Brighton's Evan Ferguson. Arsenal have not seriously pursued PSG's Randal Kolo Muani yet this window. The French striker is set to move to Juventus, which could see Dusan Vlahovic leave the Italian club, although Arteta's interest in the striker is currently not as strong as was reported three years ago.
Benjamin Sesko agent rejects Arsenal links
08:33
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Jack Rathborn
Benjamin Sesko’s agent Elvis Basanovic has provided an update on the striker’s future amid Arsenal speculation.
The Gunners need a new forward with Gabriel Jesus injured and Kai Havertz failing to convince as the No.9 for Mikel Arteta’s side.
And Basanovic tells Fabrizio Romano: “I don’t know from where does this story comes. I never talked with Arsenal about loan of Šeško”.
“Šeško is not a player for loans, never a topic for Arsenal or any other club”.
Erling Haaland signs mega Man City contract extension
08:26
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Jack Rathborn
Erling Haaland has signed a new 9.5-year contract to end any speculation over his long-term future with Manchester City.
The 24-year-old forward is now tied to the Etihad Stadium until 2034, reports David Ornstein of the Athletic.
Crucially, City have removed any exit clauses that previously existed in his contract and threatened to provoke interest from Real Madrid.
City to make another defensive signing?
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Chris Wilson
Yesterday, Gianluca Di Marzio broke news that Man City are preparing an offer between €60-65m for Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso.
The 24-year-old can play as a full-back or wing-back, and has become a regular starter both both Juventus and Italy.
However, Sky Italy “believe Juventus currently value Cambiaso at around £67m and are not looking to sell him this month”.
Cambiaso has four-and-a-half years left on his Juve contract.
No agreement between Alexander-Arnold and Madrid
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Chris Wilson
While reports in Spain continue to claim that Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed a deal to join Real Madrid when his contract expires, Sky Sports’ Vinny O'Connor has said that the full-back has not agreed a verbal deal.
“Reports in Spain that there is an agreement are understood to be wide of the mark,” said O’Connor.
The 26-year-old has six months left on his current contract and is free to negotiate with other clubs as it stands.
Neymar set for MLS move?
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Chris Wilson
Journalist Ben Jacobs is reporting that MLS side Chicago Fire are “in preliminary talks to sign Neymar this winter”.
He suggests that it is a difficult deal to do, while Al Hilal (and some Saudi executives) want the Brazilian to stay into the summer and beyond.
“Neymar expected to be a Saudi 2034 ambassador,” adds Jacobs.
Aston Villa sign Netherlands forward Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund
03:00
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Chris Wilson
Aston Villa have completed their move for Borussia Dortmund’s Netherlands international Donyell Malen.
The 25-year-old frontman, who had 18 months of his contract remaining at Dortmund, has joined for an undisclosed fee, reported to be in the region of £21million, although Villa have not released details of the length of his deal.
A statement on the club’s official website read: “Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Dutch international Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund.
Al Hilal ready to move for Salah
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Chris Wilson
Further to the L’Equipe report from earlier, now Sky Sportsare reporting that there is concrete interest in Mo Salah from Al Hilal.
Kaveh Solhekol said that the Saudi champions are looking for a big signing to replace Neymar, whose contract is up in the summer.
“What we've consistently been told is if Salah wants to go to Saudi Arabia, his representatives need to get in touch and they will make it happen. They would love to have Salah playing in the Saudi Pro League,” said Solhekol.
Al Hilal are ready to offer the Egyptian a “lucrative” contract as they are actively “looking for a replacement” for Neymar.
Jadon Sancho, Nikola Milenkovic and the best and worst Premier League 24-25 transfers so far
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Chris Wilson
We’re halfway through the 2024-25 Premier League season and the storylines are developing nicely at the top and bottom of the table. Although, depending on your perspective, or your team, they may not all be positive ones.
What is certain is that a handful of clubs will be hoping to improve their fortunes and their squads in January by delving into the market – and some might need to fare rather better in winter than they appear to have done in the summer with regards to transfers.
Here are the best and worst signings of the season so far, as picked by The Independent’s sports desk.
Premier League clubs avoid PSR charges for 2023/24 but one team still at risk
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Chris Wilson
All 20 Premier League sides have avoided charges relating to Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) for the 2023/24 season after the league deemed every club to have been financially compliant.
PSR stipulates that clubs cannot post losses of more than £105m over a three-year period, with most clubs required to submit their accounts for the 2023/24 season by 31 December.
This year, the Premier League has adjudged that all clubs have adhered to the rules – in 2024, the league charged both Everton and Nottingham Forest with PSR breaches, with the Merseyside club later being given an eight-point reduction, while Forest were docked four points.
Manchester United set transfer demand for Alejandro Garnacho to Napoli based on Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s fee
Thursday 16 January 2025 23:00
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Chris Wilson
Napoli are pressing ahead with a move for Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho, as they seek to reshape the attack after Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's expected move to Paris Saint-Germain.
The Old Trafford hierarchy are willing to listen to all offers this January, even for homegrown products, due to the club's highly restricted circumstances with PSR. Ruben Amorim wants to begin to overhaul of the squad, but can't without sales.
Napoli have already started some work on a potential deal, and Garnacho is understood to be open to a move to the Italian club, although personal terms are yet to be agreed. The player's pace fits manager Antonio Conte's ideal for how he wants the team to play.
Jurgen Klopp insists he has no regrets over Liverpool exit: ‘I’m more than happy not to be there’
Thursday 16 January 2025 22:30
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Chris Wilson
Jurgen Klopp has said he hopes Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnoldand Virgil van Dijk stay at Anfield as he declared he has no regrets about leaving Liverpoolwhile his former club flourish under Arne Slot.
Salah, Alexander-Arnold and Van Dijk are all out of contract this summerand could leave on free transfers but Klopp, at his unveiling at Red Bull’s head of global soccer, said there was no chance they would join his stable of clubs, including RB Leipzig and RB Salzburg.
The 57-year-old stood down last summer after an eight-and-a-half year reign in which he paid a club record £75m for Van Dijk and gave a debut to Alexander-Arnold, before later making them captain and vice-captain. Salah scored the most goals under Klopp, who described him as Liverpool’s finest forward in their recent history.
Pep Guardiola confident he can find replacement if Kyle Walker leaves Man City
Thursday 16 January 2025 22:00
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Chris Wilson
Pep Guardiola is backing himself to find the solution should captain Kyle Walker leave Manchester City this month.
The veteran right-back has told the club he wants to move and play the final years of his career abroad.
The 34-year-old has been integral to City’s success under Guardiola, helping the team win 17 trophies – including six Premier League titles and the Champions League – in his eight years at the Etihad Stadium.
Casadei, Veiga to leave Chelsea?
Thursday 16 January 2025 21:00
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Chris Wilson
Two Chelsea players continue to be linked with moves way from the club.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Borussia Dortmund have approached the Blues “in the last 24 hours” for defender Renato Veiga, and the clubs “are in contact to discuss the formula of the deal.
In addition, Romano reports that italian side Torino “are prepared to present new official bid to Chelsea for Cesare Casadei on permanent transfer”.
There are also reports that Brighton remain interested in defender Tosin Adarabioyo, though there does not appear to have been any discussions or offers made.
Arsenal round-up
Thursday 16 January 2025 20:00
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Chris Wilson
On Arsenal, Fabrizio Romano said earlier today that “Arsenal are working for a new addition and I can tell you that in the last 24 to 48 hours there were many calls from Arsenal to ask about important players around Europe”.
The Gunners have been widely linked with Viktor Gyokeres and Dusan Vlahovic during the window, while Bryan Mbeumo reportedly remains another forward target.
However, David Ornstein has claimed that Benjamin Sesko is not expected to move during this window, with RB Leipzig likely to refuse to sell.
In addition, Thomas Frank has insisted that it is hugely unlikely that Mbeumo will move.
Gyokeres has a €100m release clause, while Vlahovic continues to be the most linked striker.
Southampton clash will reveal Manchester United’s true nature, says Ruben Amorim
Thursday 16 January 2025 19:30
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Chris Wilson
Ahead of tonight’s match...
Ruben Amorim believes he will learn more about his Manchester Unitedplayers from their clash with bottom-of-the-table Southampton than he did from the trips to Liverpool and Arsenal.
New head coach Amorim wants to see how his team play with the pressure of being expected to win against Saints, who have only recorded one league victory and taken just six points so far this season.
United have not won in their last four league matches but have excelled in drawing 2-2 away at league leaders Liverpool and then 1-1 with 10 men at Arsenal, going on to eliminate Mikel Arteta’s team from the FA Cup on penalties.
Further negotiations taking place with Alphonso Davies
Thursday 16 January 2025 19:20
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Chris Wilson
Florian Plettenberg of Sky DE has issued an update on Alphonso Davies’ contract situation, saying that “further negotiations” have taken place between the player and Bayern.
“However, the discussions were marked by significant tension as new demands emerged,” he said.
“Davies and his advisors are now demanding much more than €20m per year, including an exorbitant signing fee,” he adds.
In addition, it seems that Madrid have increased their own offer to Davies, and are “applying pressure” to secure his signature.
Davies has just six months remaining on his current Bayern deal.
Chelsea NOT negotiating for Adeyemi
Thursday 16 January 2025 19:10
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Chris Wilson
Matt Law of The Telegraph has clarified that Chelsea “are not negotiating to buy Karim Adeyemi” for this month or the summer.
The club “have a list of forward/wingers they have made contact on”, and this list includes Mathys Tel, added Law.
David Moyes: I can’t magic an end to Everton’s goalscoring woes
Thursday 16 January 2025 18:55
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Chris Wilson
New Everton manager David Moyes admits he is not a magician and will have to turn to the transfer market to solve their goalscoring problem after a suffering a double blow in his first match back in charge at Goodison Park.
After losing 1-0 to Aston Villa on his return after nearly 12 years away there was more bad news for the Scot with on-loan striker Armando Brojalikely to be sent back to Chelsea as his ankle injury will sideline him for at least three months.
With goals hard to come by – this was the 11th time this season and ninth occasion in the last 11 league games they had failed to score – Moyes desperately needs reinforcements up front and Broja’s departure would at least free up a place for another loan signing.
Almiron ending closer to move?
Thursday 16 January 2025 18:40
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Chris Wilson
Various reports suggest that Newcastle forward Miguel Almiron is moving closer to a return to former club Atlanta United.
The MLS side are believed to have placed an offer of around £8m plus add-ons, and Newcastle are keen to get a deal done.
Meanwhile, it is not thought that Fenerbahce will come back with another offer for defender Lloyd Kelly.
Dortmund submit loan offer for Veiga
Thursday 16 January 2025 18:25
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Chris Wilson
Sky DE is reporting that Borussia Dortmund have submitted a loan offer for Chelsea defender Renato Veiga.
The offer is a loan with option to buy, though the exact purchase amount has not yet been revealed.
Sesko agent breaks silence on proposed transfer
Thursday 16 January 2025 18:10
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Chris Wilson
More bad new for Arsenal, as Benjamin Sesko’s agent, Elvis Basanovic, has told Slovenian media that the striker will be “sticking to the development path”.
“I don't think Leipzig would be satisfied with any compensation at the moment, Leipzig does not want to sell Benjamin Sesko because they really value him immensely,” he added, reports the Mirror.
United reject bid for Garnacho?
Thursday 16 January 2025 17:55
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Chris Wilson
The Mirror claims that United may have already rejected a bid of £40m for Garnacho, having told napoli that it will take £60m to secure a deal.
The winger is said to be keen on a move to Naples.
Garnacho talks underway?
Thursday 16 January 2025 17:45
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Chris Wilson
Spanish publication Diario AS reports that Napoli have begun talks with Alejandro Garnacho, who is widely reported to be the club’s top target to replace the outgoing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Journalist Eduardo Burgos adds that there are “key days” ahead.
Sesko not expected to move in this window
Thursday 16 January 2025 17:30
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Chris Wilson
Arsenal’s search for a new striker may have hit an early stumbling block, as David Ornstein has claimed that Benjamin Sesko is not expected to move during this window, with RB Leipzig likely to refuse to sell.
Speaking on YouTube to Arsenal fan show ‘Highbury Squad’, Ornstein said: “My information is there are no talks for Benjamin Sesko, and he’s not expected to move in thus transfer window.
“He’s high on their [Arsenal’s] recruitment list, they’ve explored it in the past.
“He’s really important to Leipzig at the moment. They don’t have an intention of selling him,” added Ornstein.
Frank expects players to stay
Thursday 16 January 2025 17:15
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Chris Wilson
In his pre-match press conference ahead of the weekend, Thomas Frank has told the media that he does not envisage any challenge in keeping hold of his players this month.
“It would [need to] be that big of a fee that I can't imagine the size of the fee,” he said.
“I’m just expecting them to stay. Adding [players], we’re always in the market, we don’t have an urgency to bring new players in, but of course we’re aware if we suddenly need some,” he added.
Nkunku & Tel latest
Thursday 16 January 2025 17:00
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Chris Wilson
Fabrizio Romano has claimed that any proposed deal for Bayern to buy Christopher Nkunku is “complicated”.
Romano quoted Bayern Munich’s director of sport Max Eberl, who said: “We have a squad that is sufficiently equipped in terms of quantity and quality. We have no interest in doing anything in January”.
“Mathys Tel? We're extremely happy with our squad”, added Eberl when speaking to German paper Spox.
City preparing offer for Italian defender
Thursday 16 January 2025 16:45
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Chris Wilson
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Man City are currently preparing an offer between €60-65m for Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso.
The 24-year-old can play as a full-back or wing-back.
West Ham latest
Thursday 16 January 2025 16:30
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Chris Wilson
Further to those comments from Potter, here’s a round-up of West Ham’s rumoured targets.
Reports emerged yesterday that the Hammers had submitted a £40m bid for Villa’s Jhon Duran, which was rejected.
Evan Ferguson remains a loan target too, as does Barcelona starlet Ansu Fati, who was previously on loan at Brighton.
Andre Silva of RB Leipzig is the player who has been most strongly linked, while there are reports that Nice’s Evann Guessand is also a target.
Hoffenheim forward Mergim Berish has been linked too, according to Florian Plettenberg of Sky DE.
Potter: "It has to be the right thing for us as well"
Thursday 16 January 2025 16:20
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Chris Wilson
Speaking in a pre-match press conference ahead of the weekend, West Ham boss Graham Potter has said that the club are “always looking to try to improve”.
“But it has to be the right thing for us as well.
"There are a few checklists you've got to go through. It's about whether they're available, it's about whether they're able to play in the Premier League, whether they fit the way you want to play, whether they're the right person for the group.
"It's a complicated window so you can imagine in a week where you've got three games in eight days, my focus is on the players that are here,” he added.
Spurs latest
Thursday 16 January 2025 16:05
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Chris Wilson
Spurs are one side who seem to have a lack of concrete rumours despite a difficult injury situation, though there are reports linking them to a few players.
In terms of attackers, Randal Kolo Muani was linked with the Lilywhites, but after his move to Juventus, Spurs have to look elsewhere. To that end, they’ve been linked with Lille’s Jonathan David, as well as Nice striker Evann Guessand, Rayan Cherki of Lyon, and Barcelona starlet Ansu Fati.
Postecoglou’s side have also been linked with Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford and Byran Mbeumo, but it is thought that all of these deals would be too difficult to pull off.
In other positions, Spurs have been linked with Bournemouth’s Illia Zabarnyi in defence.
Felix to Turkey?
Thursday 16 January 2025 15:50
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Chris Wilson
Perhaps one of the more far-fetched rumours, but Spanish publication Estadio Deportivo claim that Fenerbahçe are interested in signing João Felix on loan this winter.
City reportedly agree deal for Marmoush
Thursday 16 January 2025 15:40
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Chris Wilson
Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport in France has claimed that Manchester City have finally agreed a deal “in principle” for Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush.
“Final details being discussed to sealed the deal. The plan is that he doesn't play tomorrow against Dortmund,” Hawkins added.
Dortmund back in for Rashford?
Thursday 16 January 2025 15:30
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Chris Wilson
Bild are also reporting that Borussia Dortmund retain an interest in Marcus Rashford, despite earlier reports that they were put off a deal because of the United winger’s wages.
However, the article says that Rashford is a serious option for Dortmund, who recently sold Donyell Malen to Aston Villa.
Jurgen Klopp insists he has no regrets over Liverpool exit: ‘I’m more than happy not to be there’
Thursday 16 January 2025 15:20
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Chris Wilson
Jurgen Klopp has said he hopes Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnoldand Virgil van Dijk stay at Anfield as he declared he has no regrets about leaving Liverpool while his former club flourish under Arne Slot.
Salah, Alexander-Arnold and Van Dijk are all out of contract this summerand could leave on free transfers but Klopp, at his unveiling at Red Bull’s head of global soccer, said there was no chance they would join his stable of clubs, including RB Leipzig and RB Salzburg.
The 57-year-old stood down last summer after an eight-and-a-half year reign in which he paid a club record £75m for Van Dijk and gave a debut to Alexander-Arnold, before later making them