Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United are among those to watch in the finals days of the January transfer window as clubs in the Premier League and across the world look to wrap up deals before the deadline.
The Gunners are desperate to sign a striker but face competition from United over Sporting forward Viktor Gyokeres, after Mikel Arteta’s side were told that RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko will not be an option this month.
Arne Slot’s Reds continue to negotiate with soon-to-be out-of-contract trio Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, with the right-back linked with a possible free transfer to Real Madrid.
Manchester United have been linked with Wolves pair Matheus Cunha and Rayan Ait-Nouri, with the cub also opening talks with Lecce for defender Patrick Dorgu as Ruben Amorim prioritises signing a left back this month. But the club need to sell to buy, with Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Antony all set to leave.
Elsewhere, Manchester City announced the signing of defender Abdukodir Khusanov and Chelsea 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
- Manchester City announce signing of defender Abdukodir Khusanov
- Arsenal reportedly receive transfer agreement from Benjamin Sesko
- Man Utd target Lecce full-back Patrick Dorgu
- Man City consider Douglas Luiz loan move
Manchester City announce signing of defender Abdukodir Khusanov
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Mike Jones
Manchester City have signed defender Abdukodir Khusanov from Lens for €40m, plus add-ons.
The 20-year-old, who will become the first Uzbekistan international to play in the Premier League, has signed a four-and-a-half year contract at the Etihad Stadium.
His arrival kicks off City’s January buying as Pep Guardiola has started rebuilding his team in a spending spree that will cost well over £100m.
Arsenal exits likely?
17:55
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Chris Wilson
While plenty of rumours are linking Arsenal with a forward signing, who could be on their way out the door at the Gunners?
With rumours persisting that Martin Zubimendi will leave in summer, it is assumed that at least one of Jorginho and Thomas Partey will leave the club this summer. Jorginho had previously been in talks with Flamengo, but his wage demands are so far seen as unreasonable.
Kieran Tierney is also reportedly close to a move away, with reports emerging last week claiming that he had reached an agreement on personal terms with old club Celtic.
In addition, Arsenal are said to be open to offers for Oleksandr Zinchenko, with Dortmund apparently interested according to Sky Sports.
City to target Raphinha?
17:40
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Chris Wilson
Potentially a more far-fetched report from Spain, as Catalan outlet El Nacional reports that Manchester City will target Barcelona winger Raphinha as one one of their next signings, with the Catalan club reportedly wanting €100m for the Brazilian.
Postecoglou's job safe – for now
17:25
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Chris Wilson
Some fairly big news in the world of managers recently, as The Telegraph reports that Ange Postecoglou’s job is safe for now.
The report says that the Australian “retains the support of Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy and the club’s board”, and “there is currently no suggestion that Postecoglou’s job is on the line”.
In addition, Spurs are not said to be assessing Postecoglou’s situation on a “game-by-game basis”.
United to face competition for Dorgu?
17:10
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Chris Wilson
Gianluca Di Marzio is now reporting that Man Utd could face some competition from Italian sides for the signature of Patrick Dorgu.
The Italian reports that Lecce’s sporting director is in Milan to meet the representatives of several interested Serie A clubs, including Napoli, Milan, Inter and Juventus.
Man Utd face stumbling block in effort to send Antony on loan to Real Betis
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Miguel Delaney
Real Betis want to take Antony on loan from Manchester United but there is still a considerable distance in what proportion of the Brazilian’s wages the Spanish club will pay.
The Old Trafford hierarchy are intent on overhauling the squad, but they first need to clear the wage bill in order to meet restrictions from Profit and Sustainability Rules. Antony is on a vast salary, reported to be around £200,000 a week, having been handed a major contract after moving to Manchester from Ajax in 2022.
Betis are keen to take the 24-year-old on a temporary deal, but there is currently distance between the two clubs on how much of his salary will be paid by the Spanish club. United would naturally want Betis to pay the wages in their entirety, but that option isn’t currently on the table. There is hope that a deal will eventually be done.
Liverpool latest
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Chris Wilson
Liverpool have been one of the quieter clubs in this market, with rumours mainly linking them to players leaving Anfield.
Trent Alexander-Arnold remains the main member of the squad linked to a move away. Real Madrid were leading the chase with the defender in the final six months of his contract, and that seems to still be the case.
Mo Salah has also been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, but those links are a little less concrete than those of Alexander-Arnold.
But the bigger questions revolve around potential signings, with the club reportedly set to miss out on Martin Zubimendi.
Nevertheless, few rumours remain around the club, though that could change in the last days of the window following the Jota news.
In previous days, the club has been linked to forwards including Bryan Mbeumo, Rayan Cherki and Brahim Diaz, while Milos Kerkez is reportedly a summer target at left-back.
Jota ruled out for several weeks as Liverpool manager Arne Slot provides injury update
16:35
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Chris Wilson
Could this news force Liverpool into the market?
Diogo Jota will be out for several weeks with a muscle problem as the striker faces a second spell on the sidelines this season.
The Portugal international, who spent seven weeks on the sidelines in autumn with a rib injury, missed Saturday’s win at Brentford and will sit out Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Lille.
Liverpool are likely to be without him for matches including their Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Tottenham and the rearranged Merseyside derby at Goodison Park while they will have to wait and see if he is fit for next month’s trip to Manchester City.
West Ham make surprising Duran offer
16:20
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Chris Wilson
The latest on West Ham’s search for a striker has seen the club offer a £57m deal for Villa striker Jhon Duran.
The Athletic’s David Ornstein reports that the offer includes add-ons, and is expected to be rejected by Villa.
Ornstein adds that Villa have “no intention” of selling the Colombian, who recently extended his contract until 2030.
Dorgu latest
16:05
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Chris Wilson
Fabrizio Romano has issued an update on the situation between Man Utd and Patrick Dorgu, saying that “club to club talks have already started”.
In addition, Romano claims that “Ruben Amorim has also approved Dorgu”, with the Denmark international “a strong candidate on the list” of potential wing-back signings.
More on Patrick Dorgu and Man United deal.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 20, 2025
Club to club talks have already started with Man United officials to have direct meeting with Lecce this week.
Rúben Amorim has also approved Dorgu; he’s a strong candidate on the list, as exclusively revealed two weeks ago. pic.twitter.com/3H1LP8girw
Arsenal striker latest
15:50
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Chris Wilson
Sky Sports have issued a brief update on Arsenal’s search for a striker this month.
Reporter Dharmesh Sheth states that the club “continue to work behind the scenes to see what is possible”, with “both short-term and long-term options being considered”.
The update adds that the Gunners won’t panic, only dipping into the market “if the finances are right – and the player is the right character for the squad”.
Mikel Arteta’s side continue to be linked with RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, while links to Sporting lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres appear to have calmed down.
Other names on the reported list of targets include Dusan Vlahovic and even Victor Osimhen.
However, several targets currently play for Champions league clubs, which makes the situation more difficult.
“Those clubs do not want to lose their players and are likely to charge a premium,” adds Sheth.
Kerkez likely to stay at Bournemouth
15:35
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Chris Wilson
Sky DE’s Florian Plettenberg reports that Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez is likely to stay at the club this month.
The Hungarian international is a target for clubs including Liverpool and Manchester United, and Plettenberg adds that “a transfer in the summer is likely”.
Kerkez is under contract until 2028, with Bournemouth reportedly demanding £50m for his sale.
Napoli considering Garnacho alternative
15:35
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Chris Wilson
Another report from Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, who claims that Napoli are in discussions over a move for Seville winger Dodi Lukebakio.
The Belgian would of course be an alternative to Alejandro Garnacho.
Ancelotti to leave Real Madrid?
15:20
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Chris Wilson
Some manager-related news for a second, as Spanish outlet Onda Cero report that Carlo Ancelotti is set to leave Real Madrid in the summer.
The report claims that Ancelotti “has decided not to continue at Real Madrid from next summer”, while Xabi Alonso is the favourite to take over.
Chelsea to rival Arsenal for Sesko?
15:05
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Chris Wilson
Plenty of reports have emerged regarding Arsenal’s interest in RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, but now Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri is reporting that Chelsea also want the Slovenian striker.
His report on Sky’s Swiss website claims that Chelsea are “already in contact with his [Sesko’s] representatives”, and have also “contacted RB Leipzig for an initial informative discussion”.
It is said that the German club would want a fee of around €80m euros.
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Garnacho latest
14:45
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Chris Wilson
Sky Sports are reporting that Alejandro Garnacho is happy to stay at Manchester United this month, despite plenty of reports linking him with moves to Napoli and even Chelsea.
Sky add that “the 20-year-old's camp have fielded an influx of enquiries” so far this month, with Napoli rumoured to have made an approach worth up to £40m that was rebuffed by United.
Walker latest
14:30
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Chris Wilson
Italian outlet Calciomercato report that AC Milan are confident of securing the services of Kyle Walker this week.
The Italian side are said to have even booked a medical for Walker, who senior advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic called a “great player”.
The report adds that Walker hopes to persuade City to terminate his contract and allow him to move to Italy, though Milan would be willing to pay a €1m loan fee to secure his signature.
Chelsea set Chalobah fee?
14:20
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Chris Wilson
An intriguing report on Trevoh Chalobah, with the Sun suggesting that the centre-back – who was recalled by Chelsea from his loan at Crystal Palace last week – could even be sold this month if a club meets Chelsea’s £40m valuation.
Chalobah was re-called due to injuries among Chelsea’s defenders, and it is likely that if he were to move again, it would be in the summer rather than this month.
Villa target centre-back replacement
14:05
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Chris Wilson
With the news that Diego Carlos should be moving to Fenerbahce, Villa are now looking at signing an immediate replacement at centre-back.
Their target is Sevilla’s Loic Bade, and French journalist Fabrice Hawkins, of RMC Sport, has reported that Villa have just sent an offer to the Spanish side.
It is not known for sure how much Villa have bid, but other reports suggest a fee in the region of €30m.
Alan Shearer says Manchester United paying the price for ‘terrible’ recruitment
13:55
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Chris Wilson
Alan Shearer says Manchester United are paying the price for “terrible” recruitment and that it will take a long time to fix things after boss Ruben Amorim admitted his side might be the “worst” in the club’s history.
United are 13th in the Premier League after sinking to a 3-1 loss to Brighton at Old Trafford on Sunday.
They have won only three of their 11 league games since Amorim started work as successor to the sacked Erik ten Hag, losing six of them.
AC Milan eyeing move for Man Utd duo?
13:45
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Chris Wilson
According to reports from ESPN, AC Milan could turn their attention to either of Rasmus Hojlund or Joshua Zirkzee if their approach for Marcus Rashford fails.
Rashford is said to be holding out for a move to Barcelona, while Milan will likely target a loan for the United duo – or Joao Felix – should the move fail to materialise.
Dorgu latest
13:35
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Chris Wilson
Sky IT are reporting that Lecce would want between €30-35m for Patrick Dorgu.
In addition, PSG’s Nuno Mendes remains on the list of targets, despite his hefty price tag (rumoured to be around €60m).
Chelsea agree summer signing
13:25
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Chris Wilson
Some news on the ‘young centre-back’ that Chelsea had reportedly lined up to sign in the summer.
Fabrizio Romano is reporting that that is in fact Mamadou Sarr, a 19-year-old centre-back who currently plays for Strasbourg (who are owned by the BlueCo group).
The deal is reported to be worth €15m.
West Ham make striker enquiry
13:10
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Chris Wilson
Some news on West Ham, who are still looking for a striker after the injury to Niclas Fullkrug.
Sky Sports reports that the Hammers “have made initial enquiries” for rb leipzig forward Andre Silva.
The German club are said to favour a permanent deal, or at least one that includes an obligation to buy.
Silva is on a list of targets that also includes Brighton’s Evan Ferguson, Nottingham Forest’s Taiwo Awoniyi and Evann Guessand of Nice.
Antony latest
13:00
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Chris Wilson
News on a United exit now, as Fabrizio Romano reports that a verbal deal is in place between the club and Real Betis for the loan of Antony.
The Brazilian will join until June, and there is no buy option or obligation in the deal.
⚪️ Antony to Real Betis, here we go! Verbal agreement in place between all parties with Man United too.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 20, 2025
Documents being checked; then time for travel and medical tests.
United will let him leave on loan deal with buy clause. He’ll be formally back to United in June. pic.twitter.com/2Bywbzdxvj
He can be a one-club man – Phil Foden urged to commit whole career to Man City
12:50
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Chris Wilson
Pep Guardiola wants Phil Foden to follow in Erling Haaland’s footsteps and commit his entire career to Manchester City.
Haaland this week signed an astonishing, bumper new nine-and-a-half-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2034.
The Norwegian striker celebrated with a goal in Sunday’s 6-0 rout of Ipswich, while Foden scored two.
Rashford latest
12:35
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Chris Wilson
Developments continue surrounding the Marcus Rashford ‘saga’, with the latest news suggesting that the United man could be moving to Borussia Dortmund.
This time, it’s German outlet Bild who are making the reports, even claiming that Rashford could join on loan as early as Thursday.
Conversely, Sky Sports are reporting that an exit for Rashford is “looking increasingly difficult”, with United “ understood to be relaxed over the situation”.
Sesko 'has already said yes to Arsenal transfer'
12:23
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Chris Wilson
More reports emerging on the future of Benjamin Sesko, with the Mirror reporting that the Slovenian striker reportedly having “declared his willingness to join Arsenal”.
It adds that Sesko “negotiated a £60m "gentleman's agreement" to allow him to leave in the summer of 2025”, with the German club intending to stick to that agreement.
However, the report suggests the Arsenal will likely have to wait until the summer to do the deal, although the Gunners’ “deadline to do a deal has been slashed”.
Manchester City turn to familiar face as surprise option to replace Rodri
12:05
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Chris Wilson
Manchester City are considering re-signing Douglas Luiz from Juventusas they look to the Brazil midfielder to cover for the absence of the injured Rodri.
Douglas Luiz is on City’s January shortlist, though it is far from certain that they will bring in a midfielder during a busy month in the transfer window.
City, who have ruled out moves this month for Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes, are only interested in a loan move for the former Aston Villa midfielder, with Rodri set to return to fitness in the summer.
Manchester United eye Patrick Dorgu as first recruit of troubled Ruben Amorim era
11:53
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Chris Wilson
Manchester United are interested in signing Patrick Dorgu from Lecce, as they look to make a wing back the first recruit of the Ruben Amorim era.
The 20-year-old Denmark international, who has won four caps, is on United’s radar as they search for signings who suit Amorim’s style of play.
Dorgu, an international teammate of Rasmus Hojlund, broke into Lecce’s team last season, and could address United’s lack of left-footed options on that flank.
Manchester United target left wing-back and striker to bolster Ruben Amorim’s squad
11:45
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Chris Wilson
Manchester United are looking at Wolves’ Rayan Ait-Nouri as an alternative at left-back.
Ruben Amorim has made the position a priority this January as he seeks tactical balance for his team. Paris Saint-Germain’s Nuno Mendes is the top choice, having worked with Amorim before, but United are currently a significant distance from matching his €60m asking price and vast wages.
The club need to sell players in order to meet those demands but, with PSG also preferring to keep the player, the Old Trafford hierarchy have naturally looked further on their list of options.
United continue to work on wing-back targets
11:35
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Chris Wilson
More news from Manchester United after their chastening loss yesterday, as it has emerged that the club are “are set to open formal talks” over a deal for a left wing-back.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the club are targeting Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu.
The 20-year-old Denmark international is on a list of target that reportedly includes Rayan Ait-Nouri, Nuno Mendes and Milos Kerkez.
Lecce are said to want €40m for the defender.
Manchester United are set to open formal talks with Lecce for Patrick Dorgu, no bid has been sent so far.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 20, 2025
As exclusively revealed two weeks ago, he’s high on list as Kerkez and Nuno Mendes are still too expensive.
ℹ️ Dorgu, 100% keen on move… Lecce want around €40m. pic.twitter.com/LPnFsxeX20
Villa look set to sell Carlos
11:25
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Chris Wilson
Another Romano report, as the Italian says that there is a “deal in place” between Aston Villa and Fenerbahce for the transfer of Diego Carlos.
Romano adds that the fee will be in excess of €10m, and Villa are hoping to use that to buy Sevilla’s Loic Bade.
Neymar set for return to boyhood club?
11:15
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Chris Wilson
Multiple journalists are now reporting that Neymar could leave Al Hilal this month to return to boyhood club Santos, where he emerged as a young superstar.
Fabrizio Romano has said that the 32-year-old is “close to returning” to the Brazilian club, who have “submitted [a] formal loan proposal”.
More on Bynoe-Gittens
11:00
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Chris Wilson
Some more info from Fabrizio Romano, who says that Chelsea initiated contact with Dortmund over the signing of Jamie Bynoe-Gittens “last week, while Liverpool also sent their scouts several times” so far this season.
However, Dortmund expect the player to stay this month.
⭐️ Chelsea made formal enquiry for Jamie Bynoe-Gittens last week, while Liverpool also sent their scouts several times to follow his progress this season.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 20, 2025
Borussia Dortmund expect JBG to stay in January; meanwhile, top English clubs have started to make their moves. pic.twitter.com/f7TFtqA3CL
Chelsea exits on the horizon?
10:50
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Chris Wilson
Ahead of their match against Wolves tonight, plenty of reports are linking Chelsea’s squad players with moves away from Stamford Bridge.
Joao Felix continues to be linked with AC Milan according to Sky DE, while Renato Veiga is reportedly the subject of interest from both Juventus and Borussia Dortmund, according to Fabrizio Romano and other reports. Both of these moves would likely be loans if they were to materialise.
Ben Chilwell is also the target of interest from Juventus, according to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla.
Elsewhere, Enzo Maresca has ruled out recalling Andrey Santos or Lesley Ugochukwu, while he also said that “the intention is to not allow” Tosin Adarabioyo and Axel Disasi to leave this month.
In terms of signings, it has been unusually quiet for the club this month, though they have been linked with on-loan PAOK striker Stefanos Tzimas, as well as Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho and Karim Adeyemi of Borussia Dortmund.
Pep Guardiola accepts Erling Haaland deal may damage prospects of other players
10:35
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Chris Wilson
Pep Guardiola accepts Erling Haaland’s bumper new contract could prevent Manchester City signing any more top-level strikers.
The City manager’s comments come as the club appear to be closing in on a deal for Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush.
The prolific Haaland, who has scored 111 goals in just 126 appearances for City, committed himself to the reigning Premier League champions until 2034 when he signed a remarkable new nine-and-a-half year deal this week.
Napoli continue to be linked with Garnacho
10:25
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Chris Wilson
Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport continue to link Alejandro Garnacho with a move to Serie A title chasers Napoli.
The latest figures being reported in the deal are around €60m, though conflicting reports in recent days have suggested that United will try to hold out for £60m (€70m).
Erik ten Hag reportedly on Dortmund manager list
10:15
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Chris Wilson
Sky DE are reporting that former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag could be in line for the Borussia Dortmund job if the club end up sacking Nuri Sahin.
The former Dortmund player could be sacked if Dortmund lose to Bologna in the Champions Legue this week, with Sky saying that ten Hag is a “hot candidate” to take over if so.
Mikel Arteta highlights where Arsenal are falling short in title race after damaging draw
10:05
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Chris Wilson
Mikel Arteta has suggested Arsenal’s lack of depth and injuries has cost them as their Premier League title challenge fades after a damaging 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.
The Gunners had a commanding 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz but collapsed when Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins landed a quick-fire double in eight second-half minutes.
Arsenal have counted the cost of injuries this season, with Bukayo Sakaruled out until at least March after surgery to repair his damaged hamstring, while Gabriel Jesus is now sidelined for the season with an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Davies expected to sign new deal at Bayern
09:55
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Chris Wilson
Over the weekend, news broke that Alphonso Davies had made a breakthrough in his talks with Bayern Munich over a new contract.
The Canadian has six months left on his current deal and is reportedly a target for Real Madrid, but Fabrizio Romano reports that a new deal is on the verge of being signed.
“Bayern want to seal final details of Alphonso Davies new deal this week, after big progress made on Friday,” said Romano.
“One more round of talks expected to discuss again and get new contract also formally sorted,” he added.
Cherki available to leave Lyon
09:40
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Chris Wilson
Another interesting story emerging, as it seems talented Lyon forward Rayan Cherki could be available for as little as €22m this winter.
The Frenchman reportedly has a “secret verbal agreement” with the club for an exit option this month.
Fulham were rumoured to be interested in Cherki last summer, while Dortmund, Leverkusen, and Bayern are said to be monitoring his situation now.
EXCL. Rayan Cherki (21/ ) could leave Olympique Lyon this summer for a transfer fee of around €22m. There is a secret verbal agreement (an exit option) between the player and the French club, made during his last contract extension in September.
— Patrick Berger (@berger_pj) January 19, 2025
Cherki’s contract runs… pic.twitter.com/bqHc8W8cPs
Antony set to leave United on loan
09:25
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Chris Wilson
Interesting news out of Manchester United as Fabrizio Romano reports that Antony is set to leave the club to join Real Betis on loan.
Yesterday, Romano reported that the deal will be a “loan move until June with NO [buy] option clause currently included”.
⚪️ Antony has agreed every detail of his move to Real Betis on loan until the end of the season.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 19, 2025
Manchester United and Betis are set to seal the deal this week with one final round of talks to agree on small details.
Here we go, soon. pic.twitter.com/JAliVhRJrg
Former England midfielder Dele Alli signs 18-month deal with Serie A side Como
09:15
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Chris Wilson
Dele Alli will aim to get his football career back on track in Italy after signing an 18-month deal with Como.
The former Tottenham midfielder has not played competitively since the 2023 after a lengthy lay-off due to injury, addiction and mental health problems, but will link up with the Serie A club managed by Cesc Fabregas.
Alli, who be