Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal £60m bid for Watkins rejected; Tel to Chelsea twist; Man United book Dorgu medical

Transfer news LIVE!

The January transfer window is in its final days and the Premier League's biggest sides are building up for a grandstand finish. Arsenal continue to be in the market for a striker and are believed to have had a shock £60million bid for Ollie Watkins rejected. There are ongoing links with Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Nico Williams, and it appears Mathys Tel is now of interest too after the young forward decided to leave Bayern Munich. Sverre Nypan could be first through the door as confidence grows over an agreed deal.

Chelsea are said to still be in the race for Tel, despite initial claims he had turned them down. Manchester United are also linked with Tel and ready to cash in on the Chelsea-linked Alejandro Garnacho having agreed a £31.5m fee with Lecce for Patrick Dorgu. Meanwhile, Barcelona are still hoping to land Marcus Rashford on loan, and United could replace him with Christopher Nkunku in a busy end to the transfer window.

Tottenham are working hard on securing at least one outfield signing this month, and have been linked with an audacious move for Williams, while they are also rumoured to be in for Yoane Wissa and Noah Okafor. West Ham have made their first move to sign PSV’s Ricardo Pepi after trying to get Evan Ferguson on loan from Brighton. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip below!

Latest transfer news and updates

• Arsenal sent new Ollie Watkins update after shock bid

• Bayern Munich confirm Mathys Tel wants to leave

• West Ham make bid for Ricardo Pepi

• Man Utd book Patrick Dorgu medical

• Jorell Hato sends transfer message to Liverpool

• Tottenham working on three deals

West Ham table bid for PSV and USA striker Pepi

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West Ham have made a move to sign striker Ricardo Pepi, reports claim.

The Hammers are known to be in the market for more attacking firepower before Monday night’s transfer deadline with the likes of captain Jarrod Bowen and Michail Antonio both sidelined at present.

West Ham have been trying to sign Evan Ferguson on loan from Brighton this week, while Fabrizio Romano now reports that they have seen a loan offer for USA frontman Pepi that includes an obligation to buy worth around €25m rejected by PSV Eindhoven, for whom he scored the winning goal tonight against Liverpool in the Champions League.

The 22-year-old has 18 goals in total this season in 29 appearances across all competitions.

Bayern Munich confirm Mathys Tel transfer wish

01:20 , George Flood

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has confirmed that Mathys Tel wants to leave the club.

Standard Sport understands Chelsea have previously made an inquiry to sign the Frenchman earlier in the window, while Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester United have also been linked.

Tel appeared to have said goodbye to Bayern supporters following their 3-1 win over Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League on Wednesday night.

Read the full story here

Arsenal sent new Watkins transfer message after shock bid

01:18 , George Flood

Arsenal have had an approach for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins turned down as they try to bring in a new forward before Monday’s transfer deadline, writes Simon Collings.

Villa boss Unai Emery has stressed his reluctance to lose the England striker, who was on the scoresheet on Wednesday night as his side beat Celtic 4-2 to book a spot in the last 16 of the Champions League.

Fellow Villa striker Jhon Duran is reportedly set to undergo a medical on Thursday ahead of a move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr worth £64million plus add-ons.

Villa - who have interest in Chelsea’s Joao Felix - are not expected to let both Duran and Watkins go during the same transfer window.

“I don’t want (him to leave),” Emery said on Watkins after Villa’s eventful home win over Celtic in which Watkins both scored and missed a penalty to go along with two assists during Morgan Rogers’ hat-trick heroics.

Read the full story here

Done deal!

Wednesday 29 January 2025 22:00 , Matt Verri

Tottenham have confirmed that Yang Min-hyeok has joined QPR on loan.

Yang, who arrived at Spurs this month from Korean club Gangwon FC, completed his medical with the Championship club earlier on Wednesday.

Explaining the loan, Ange Postecoglou said: "It's just to give him a chance to settle in to a new culture, a new environment, new league, new country.

"He's very young and we feel he needs to be allowed to settle. And with our current situation, the last thing I want to do is throw in another young player. We've got enough that we're exposing, they're doing awfully well.

“He's obviously a long-term investment for the football club and we've got to do the right thing by him."

Wingers on Arsenal shortlist

Wednesday 29 January 2025 21:00 , Matt Verri

Arsenal remain determined to strengthen in attack.

The Gunners have had a bid rejected for Ollie Watkins and it’s reported that Mathys Tel has also emerged as a target, with the Bayern Munich winger available on loan.

The Mirror report that Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams and Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo remain two key targets for Arsenal, but moves for either would have to wait until the summer.

Juventus set Luiz price

Wednesday 29 January 2025 20:00 , Matt Verri

Juventus will demand at least £38m to sell Douglas Luiz.

Manchester City are believed to be interested in the Aston Villa midfielder, but would prefer to take him on loan.

However, La Gazzetta dello Sport report that Juventus will not accept that, and have now informed City of their valuation.

Spurs face Dibling competition

Wednesday 29 January 2025 19:15 , Matt Verri

Bayern Munich are keen on Southampton winger Tyler Dibling.

The 18-year-old has caught the end in a struggling Saints side, and Tottenham are understood to have Dibling as a top target, either in January or the summer.

However, The Sun report that both Bayern and Borussia Dortmund have now entered the race, complicating the matters for Spurs.

Aston Villa to stand firm on Watkins

Wednesday 29 January 2025 18:30 , Matt Verri

Aston Villa have no plans to sell Ollie Watkins in this window.

Arsenal are believed to have had a £60m bid rejected and are preparing to return with an improved offer.

But The Guardian report that Villa are unlikely to sell, with Jhon Duran’s exit more likely this month.

It’s said that the club would sell for around £80m if Al-Nassr meet that valuation.

Casemiro linked with Roma switch

Wednesday 29 January 2025 17:55 , Matt Verri

Casemiro is keen on a move to Roma.

Manchester United are looking to find a new club for the Brazilian this month, and Sky Sports report that Roma have made an approach.

However, while United would prefer a permanent sale, Roma want a loan with the option to buy in the summer.

Done deal!

Wednesday 29 January 2025 17:40 , Matt Verri

Emi Buendia has completed his loan move to Bayer Leverkusen.

The midfielder has joined from Aston Villa until the end of the season, after struggling for minutes under Unai Emery.

Four-way battle for Tel

Wednesday 29 January 2025 17:24

Chelsea are still in the hunt for Mathys Tel, according to reports in Germany.

It had been claimed earlier today that Tel had snubbed the Blues due to concerns over how much he would play at Stamford Bridge.

However, according to Sky Germany, Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham are all currently in contact with the Bayern Munich winger’s representatives.

No decision has yet been made.

Arsenal bid for Watkins rejected

Wednesday 29 January 2025 17:05 , Matt Verri

Some big news coming out of Arsenal...

The Gunners have turned their attention to Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins.

The Daily Mail report that Arsenal have had an opening bid rejected, but are expected to return with an improved offer.

According to Fabrizio Romano, that first bid was in the region of £60m.

Watkins still has three years left to run on his contract, so Villa are under no pressure to sell.

Tottenham make Wissa move

Wednesday 29 January 2025 16:59 , Matt Verri

Tottenham have opened talks with Brentford over a move for Yoane Wissa.

Foot Mercato claim that Spurs have made contact with the Bees to discuss the 28-year-old’s availability, and have also told Wissa’s camp about their interest.

Spurs are keen to add a forward to their squad before the end of the window, but could face competition from Nottingham Forest.

Hato rules out January move to Liverpool

Wednesday 29 January 2025 16:36 , Matt Verri

Jorrel Hato has insisted he will stay at Ajax beyond the end of the window.

The 18-year-old defender has been strongly linked with a move to Liverpool, and was in the stands to watch their recent win over Ipswich.

Hato has confirmed that was due to an invitation from Ryan Gravenberch, but he has no plans to join the Reds this month.

He said “I’m not thinking about leaving Ajax this winter, and I remain with that decision. I want to finish the season with Ajax.”

Gerrard expected to leave Saudi club

Wednesday 29 January 2025 16:12 , Matt Verri

Steven Gerrard is on the verge of leaving Al Ettifaq.

The 44-year-old has been manager of the Saudi Pro League club since the summer of 2023, but that is now expected to come to an end.

Reports suggest that Gerrard has not been sacked but has asked to leave for personal reasons, with a mutual agreement set to be finalised.

Postecoglou hints at 'frenetic' Tottenham push

Wednesday 29 January 2025 15:42 , Matt Verri

Ange Postecoglou expects Tottenham to be involved in a "frenetic" conclusion to the January transfer window but refused to guarantee they will make any signings.

Spurs have only added young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky and teenager Min-hyeok Yang, who is set to join QPR on loan on Wednesday, this month, in spite of Postecoglou's calls for "help" for his injury-ravaged squad.

Spurs are in the market for a forward before Monday's deadline, with Bayern Munich's Mathys Tel believed to be a loan target.

"I’d be disingenuous if I said anything other than fight now there’s nothing imminent but that doesn’t mean there isn’t opportunity being explored," Postecoglou said ahead of Thursday's visit of IF Elfsborg in the Europa League.

"Traditionally the last few days of any window tend to be pretty frenetic. I expect us to be involved in that.

"Does that mean anything will get concluded? I can’t commit to that because I’m a bit of a distance from it but the information and dialogue I have is we’re exploring all the opportunities to see if we can bring some help in with the finances."

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Marcus Rashford future in the balance

Wednesday 29 January 2025 15:11 , Matt Verri

Marcus Rashford will not travel with the Manchester United squad for the Europa League match against FCSB.

The 27-year-old trained with the first-team on Wednesday, days after Ruben Amorim stated he would rather pick his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach on the bench than Rashford.

However, Rashford has unsurprisingly not made the trip to Romania for the match on Thursday night.

With just days to go until the end of the transfer window, Rashford is no nearer to securing a move away.

Bid rejected for Liverpool target

Wednesday 29 January 2025 14:37 , Matt Verri

Lille have rejected a £10m bid for striker Jonathan David.

The 25-year-old has been linked with a move to Liverpool and will be available in the summer as a free agent.

Chronicle Live report that an unnamed club have tried to swoop in with a bid this month, but Lille have no intention of selling.

Arsenal defender set to join Man United

Wednesday 29 January 2025 14:06 , Matt Verri

Arsenal defender Ayden Heaven is closing in on a move to Manchester United, writes Simon Collings.

Heaven is currently on scholarship terms at Arsenal and they are set to expire at the end of this season.

The 18-year-old has been offered a professional contract by Arsenal, but he is set to join United.

Eintracht Frankfurt had also shown an interest in Heaven, who visited the German club earlier this month, but United are advancing in a deal for him.

The centre-back was at Old Trafford last week to see United’s win over Rangers in the Champions League.

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Liverpool consider recalling Stefan Bajcetic

Wednesday 29 January 2025 13:40 , Matt Verri

Stefan Bajcetic could have his loan spell at RB Salzburg cut short.

The Liverpool midfielder made the move in the summer to join up Jurgen Klopp’s former assistant Pep Lijnders.

However, Lijnders has since been sacked and Bajcetic’s minutes for Salzburg have been limited.

Marca report that Getafe and Las Palmas are both interested in the 20-year-old, and Liverpool could opt to send him out to Spain on loan.

Tottenham ready to enter Mathys Tel race

Wednesday 29 January 2025 13:24 , Matt Verri

Arsenal could face competition from north London rivals Tottenham for Mathys Tel.

The Bayern Munich winger will be in demand before the window shuts next week, after he told the Bundesliga club he wants to leave.

According to the Daily Mail, Spurs are considering a late move for Tel.

They also have strong interest in Tyler Dibling and are open to doing that deal this month.

Ben Chilwell likely to stay at Chelsea

Wednesday 29 January 2025 13:04 , Matt Verri

Ben Chilwell is increasingly expected to remain at Chelsea for the rest of the season.

The left-back is not part of Enzo Maresca’s plans and has played just 45 minutes of first-team football this season, with that coming in the Carabao Cup in September.

Chilwell was left out of the FA Cup match against Morecambe earlier this month as Chelsea did not want to risk an injury while they looked to move the defender on in January.

However, the Daily Mail report that an exit is not close, with limited interest in the 28-year-old, and Chelsea are likely going to have to wait until the summer before trying to sell Chilwell again.

Arsenal exploring Mathys Tel deal

Wednesday 29 January 2025 12:43 , Alex Young

Arsenal are exploring a deal for Mathys Tel before the transfer deadline.

According to The Independent, the Gunners have turned attention to the young striker after he decided he wanted to leave Bayern Munich this month.

Arsenal would only be interested in a loan deal with a buy option, rather than just a straight loan.

Chelsea enquired about Tel earlier in January, but it is understood the player has no interest in joining the Blues.

Tel is keen to get as many minutes as possible, with Tottenham also linked.

Tottenham send striker Yang on loan to QPR amid injury crisis

Wednesday 29 January 2025 12:36 , Alex Young

Tottenham striker Yang Min-hyeok is set to join QPR on loan until the end of the season, writes Dan Kilpatrick.

Yang, who arrived at Spurs this month from Korean club Gangwon FC, completed his medical with the Championship club earlier on Wednesday.

The highly-rated teenager has been training with the Spurs squad and has been on the bench three times without making his first-team debut.

Despite the growing injury list at Spurs, the club have allowed him to leave on loan. It is hoped the exposure to regular minutes will help the 18-year-old adapt to English football.

Read more here!

Real Betis want Antony and Malacia link up

Wednesday 29 January 2025 12:19 , Alex Young

Real Betis has made contact with Manchester United over a loan move for Tyrell Malacia.

The Liga side last week signed Anthony for the rest of the season, and have now returned to United for the left-back.

Sky Sports report that United are open to letting Malacia leave given Patrick Dorgu, also a left-back, is arriving in a £31.5million deal from Lecce.

Chelsea see double Brighton bid rejected

Wednesday 29 January 2025 11:55 , Alex Young

Chelsea saw approaches for Brighton pair Carlos Baleba and Georginio Rutter rebuffed this month.

According to journalist Simon Phillips, the Blues believe the two midfielders would be available for the right price but the Seagulls are not currently willing to sell.

Baleba moved to Brighton in 2023 for around £24million, while Rutter arrived from Leeds last summer for a club-record £40m.

West Ham rival Tottenham for Angel Gomes

Wednesday 29 January 2025 11:37 , Alex Young

West Ham are rivalling Tottenham for Angel Gomes.

The England international is out of contract at Lille at the end of the season, so would be available on a cut-price deal this month.

Gomes is keen to return to England, having come through the ranks at Manchester United, and the race for his signature could heat up in the final days of the transfer window.

French publication L'Equipe report that the London rivals are the two most likely destinations for Gomes.

Arsenal prioritise Matheus Cunha and Nico Williams

Wednesday 29 January 2025 11:13 , Alex Young

Matheus Cunha and Nico Williams are the two likeliest signings for Arsenal this month.

That's according to ESPN, who report that interest in Benjamin Sesko and Dusan Vlahovic has subsided but the Gunners could return for the RB Leipzig striker in the summer.

Wolves are braced for bids for Cunha, who has decided he wants to leave having initially entered talks over a contract extension.

Nottingham Forest and others are in the frame, but Arsenal would be favourites.

Barcelona were considered frontrunners for Williams' signature but their financial situation rules out a move. Tottenham are also closely monitoring the player, who has a £49million release clause.

Amorim secures huge January addition in boost to Man Utd squad

Wednesday 29 January 2025 10:56 , Alex Young

Manchester United have hired world-renowned track and field coach Harry Marra as a consultant help the club's players.

The 78-year-old has been working at the club's Carrington training base to help the squad adapt to manager Ruben Amorim's tactics.

Marra is considered a world expert in speed and endurance in athletics, having coached two-time decathlon Olympic champion Ashton Eaton, who twice broke the world record in the event, and heptathlon Olympic medalist Brianne Theisen.

The American's techniques are said to focus on the scientific principles behind the mechanics of an athlete's movement.

Amorim's tactics require a high-intensity commitment from the squad and Marra, working with Sam Erith, United’s interim performance director, is set to lend a hand for what The Athletic reports will be a few weeks.

Read more here!

Jhon Duran expected to move to Saudi

Wednesday 29 January 2025 10:40 , Alex Young

Jhon Duran is expected to agree a stunning £59million move to Al-Nassr.

L'Equipe report that the Aston Villa striker has made his decision, thus ending Paris Saint-Germain's pursuit of the young Colombian amid interest from Chelsea and West Ham.

Duran has already agreed to contract terms with the Saudi side and will link up with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Casemiro offered Man Utd exit route

Wednesday 29 January 2025 10:22 , Alex Young

Manchester United outcast Casemiro has been offered an Old Trafford exit route.

Sky in Italy report that the Roma have approached United over possible terms to take the midfielder for the rest of the season.

United are willing to let Casemiro leave, but would prefer a permanent exit for one of their highest-paid players.

Arsenal wait on Sverre Nypan decision

Wednesday 29 January 2025 10:00 , Alex Young

Arsenal are expected to learn this week if they have won the race for Norwegian wonderkid Sverre Nypan, writes Simon Collings.

The Gunners are big fans of the 18-year-old midfielder, who is regarded as one of the hottest prospects in European football.

Nypan, who made his debut for Norwegian club Rosenborg when he was just 15, is also reportedly attracting interest from Aston Villa and Spanish club Girona, the latter of whom are owned by the City Football Group.

The teenager’s father, Arne Nypan, has now confirmed after talks were held with interested clubs that a decision is expected on his son’s future before the transfer window closes on Monday.

Read more here!

Tottenham to send Yang Min-hyeok out on loan

Wednesday 29 January 2025 09:38 , Alex Young

Tottenham are set to send young striker Yang Min-hyeok on loan to QPR for the remainder of the season.

Football.London report that the temporary spell gives the 18-year-old a chance to build up his minutes in English football, having only just arrived from South Korea.

He is set to make his debut for Spurs, but has made the bench a few times.

Does this mean are Spurs are confident of bringing in a more experienced forward before the transfer deadline?

Man Utd lead Jamie Gittens chase

Wednesday 29 January 2025 09:22 , Alex Young

Jamie Gittens has prioritised a return to the Premier League, with Manchester United now leading the chase for his signature.

The Reading-born winger is attracting plenty of interest and, after spells at both Chelsea and Manchester City, wants to move back to England after five years with Borussia Dortmund.

According to Sky Sports in Switzerland, United have now moved ahead of the likes of Liverpool in the race for his signature, as they look to steal a march of potential suitors.

He won't come cheap, though. The report claims Dortmund would be looking for close to €100million for a player who has already scored eleven goals and provided five assists since the start of the season.

Liverpool rule out Darwin Nunez sale

Wednesday 29 January 2025 09:05 , Alex Young

Liverpool have ruled out an exit for Darwin Nunez before the January transfer deadline.

The striker has failed to live up to his staggering £85million price tag, which made him the club’s most expensive ever signing.

After just four goals so far this season, two of which came in the same game, it was suggested Liverpool may try to ship out Nunez amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

But The Athletic report this morning that Liverpool have no intention to lose Nunez despite an approach from Al Nassr.

Premier League clubs circle Paul Pogba

Wednesday 29 January 2025 08:45 , Alex Young

Paul Pogba has been approached by a number of Premier League clubs.

The 31-year-old was handed a four-year ban for a positive drugs test, but that has been reduced to 18 months and he can play again from March.

Sky Sports report that clubs in the Premier League, as well as across Europe and Saudi Arabia, have reached out to Pogba’s representatives over a potential deal.

The free agent is expected to make a decision on his future closer to March.

Why Arsenal will earn £12m by beating Girona in Champions League

Wednesday 29 January 2025 08:31 , Alex Young

Arsenal can bank an additional £12million by beating Girona tonight in the Champions League.

Clubs competing in the Champions League receive a £1.8m bonus for every win they achieve in the league phase.

Each position in the table is also worth £230,000, with Arsenal set to bank £7.8m if they hold onto third spot.

A win against Girona is essentially worth an additional £2.9m for the Gunners, while it would also rubber stamp them reaching the last-16 stage and securing at least a further £9.3m in prize money.

Clubs who make it to the last 16 are guaranteed £9.3m in prize money. Not a bad boost during the transfer window.

Read more here!

Man City pushing to wrap up Cambiaso deal

Wednesday 29 January 2025 08:12 , Alex Young

Manchester City are closing in on another January signing.

Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis have all arrived this month already, and Andrea Cambiaso could be next.

The Mirror report that City are confident of signing the Juventus full-back for around £59m, having had a £54.5m offer rejected.

Arsenal calls for Arsenal transfer activity - and not just a striker

Wednesday 29 January 2025 08:01 , Alex Young

Mikel Arteta is eager for Arsenal to strengthen their squad before the January transfer window closes - even if they cannot sign a new striker.

Arteta has stressed the need for the Gunners to add an attacker after Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus suffered injuries.

Arsenal’s targets in that position - such as Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko - would prove difficult to sign this month.

And asked if he would be open to Arsenal adding to the squad elsewhere as a result, Arteta said: “Well, there are situations open and I always say the same.

“If we can improve the squad with players that can impact us for now, for the future, we will try to do that if it is the best thing for the club - and I stand on that.”

Read more here!

Tottenham working on three deals

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:47 , Alex Young

Tottenham have held talks over moves for Southampton midfielder forward Tyler Dibling and Lille's Angel Gomes.

However, according to the Telegraph, both deals are more likely for the summer.

Dibling is currently injured for the next month or so, while Gomes is available on a free transfer at the end of the season.

Spurs, though, still hope to add at least one new player to the squad in the final week of the transfer window. It remains to be seen who that is, and if they will get him.

West Ham bid to beat David Moyes to Evan Ferguson

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:38 , Alex Young

West Ham are hoping to win the race to sign Brighton’s Evan Ferguson, with the Seagulls increasingly likely to let the forward leave this month, writes Malik Ouzia.

The Hammers’s long-standing interest in Ferguson is well-known and has only been amplified since the appointment of Graham Potter, under whom the player made his initial Brighton breakthrough.

Ferguson remains the subject of interest from a number of Premier League clubs, including Everton, whose manager David Moyes admired the Irishman during his time in charge of West Ham.

Read in full here!

Man Utd book Patrick Dorgu medical

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:34 , Alex Young

Manchester United have agreed a £31.5million deal with Lecce for Patrick Dorgu.

According to reports in Italy, United will pay a guaranteed £25m and the rest is in performance-related add-ons.

Fabrizio Romano and Gianluca Di Marzio both report that the final details are being discussed between the two clubs.

Dorgu has already agreed to the move, and will now fly to Manchester to complete a medical and put pen to paper.

Arsenal set to give up on Benjamin Sesko

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:31

Arsenal are ready to accept Benjamin Sesko will not join the club this window.

Journalist Graeme Bailey claims that the Gunners will not be able to persuade RB Leipzig to sell this month.

It’s reported that Sesko, along with Alexander Isak, remains a top target for Arsenal, and a fresh approach in the summer is still on the cards.

But a move for either in January is considered too tough to pull off.

Chelsea back in for Mathys Tel after transfer U-turn

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:28 , Alex Young

Back to Chelsea, the biggest news overnight was that Mathys Tel has now decided to leave Bayern Munich.

That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, and it sets the stage for a race to sign the forward before the window shuts.

Chelsea enquired about Tel at the start of January, and Sky Germany report that they are ready to make a bid if they get encouragement that Tel is available.

Any move could also see Christopher Nkunku join Bayern, with the Frenchman keen on that switch.

Arsenal and Tottenham to trigger Nico Williams' release clause

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:22 , Alex Young

Arsenal and Tottenham are ready to trigger Nico Williams’ €58million (£49m) release clause in a thrilling end to the transfer window.

Williams, one of Europe’s most exciting young wingers, is set to be the target of a head-to-head between the north London rivals as they both look to bolster their attacks.

The 22-year-old, who plays with Athletic Club, has scored three goals and given five assists in 29 matches in all competitions this season.

And now Spanish publication Fichajes claim he could be heading to the Premier League.

Chelsea face competition for Jhon Duran

Wednesday 29 January 2025 07:12 , Alex Young

Talk of a move for Jhon Duran is hotting up.

The Athletic report this morning at Saudi side Al Nassr are set to decide on closing a deal for Victor Boniface or make a play for the Aston Villa striker.

Chelsea have previously been linked, and have been tipped by others to explore fresh interest in the player during talks with Villa over Axel Disasi and Joao Felix going in the opposite direction.

It’s set to be an intriguing final few days of the January transfer window.

No Fenerbahce interest in Rashford

Tuesday 28 January 2025 22:26 , Matt Verri

Fenerbahce vice-president Acun Ilicali has insisted the club will not be making a move for Marcus Rashford.

Reports have suggested that the Turkish club could offer Rashford a way out of Manchester United, but Ilicali told Sky Sports: "Yesterday it was in the news that we are interested. First of all, he is a fantastic player.

"But in your team, when you have some plans, it is not logical to have two players in the same position that are too similar.

"These kinds of players need to play, play, play – and, if he comes, one of the other players would not be able to play.

"When it came in front of us, unfortunately, we said no – so there is nothing about this transfer.

"Of course, there were some rumours, but I can say very comfortably that we are not interested. But he’s a good player."

Interest in West Ham winger Guilherme

Tuesday 28 January 2025 21:38 , Matt Verri

Shakhtar Donetsk have submitted a bid for West Ham’s Luis Guilherme.

The winger signed for £25.5m last summer but has struggled for minutes, and it appears increasingly likely that he could leave this month.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Shakhtar have offered £12.5m for the 18-year-old and are waiting for West Ham’s response.

Chelsea ready to restart Tel talks

Tuesday 28 January 2025 20:57 , Matt Verri

Chelsea are prepared to step up their interest in Mathys Tel.

It has emerged this evening that the 19-year-old has told Bayern Munich he wants to leave the club.

Sky Germany report that Chelsea are ready to make a bid if they get encouragement that Tel is available.

Any move could also see Christopher Nkunku join Bayern, with the Frenchman keen on that switch.

Duran closing in on Al-Nassr move

Tuesday 28 January 2025 20:26 , Matt Verri

Jhon Duran has reportedly given the green light to a big-money move to Saudi Arabia.

The Aston Villa has been linked with a number of clubs this month, including Chelsea. West Ham are believed to have had a bid of around £57m rejected.

L’Equipe claim that while PSG are interested in Duran, they believe the striker is expected to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr.

It’s claimed that Duran has agreed personal terms and Aston Villa will allow the move for a fee in the region of £60m.

Rashford options limited for January exit

Tuesday 28 January 2025 19:53 , Matt Verri

Marcus Rashford is increasingly linked to stay at Manchester United.

Ruben Amorim said over the weekend he would rather have his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach on the bench than Rashford, in a further sign that the forward is not in his plans.

However, The Independent report that Rashford will only leave for a club challenging for trophies and one that will keep him in the hunt for an England recall.

It’s suggested that Juventus and Barcelona are the only two options he is considering, but the Spanish side are unlikely to make a move due to their financial situation.

Rashford has no interest in joining another Premier League club like Tottenham or West Ham.

Man United closing in on Dorgu

Tuesday 28 January 2025 19:20 , Matt Verri

Manchester United are on the verge of completing a deal to sign Patrick Dorgu.

Fabrizio Romano reports that a verbal agreement has been reached and the paperwork will be signed in the next 24 hours.

Dorgu will sign from Lecce for a fee of around £25m with £4m in add-ons.

He will become the first signing of the Ruben Amorim era.

Tierney to make Celtic return

Tuesday 28 January 2025 18:59 , Matt Verri

Kieran Tierney has agreed a deal to return to Celtic, Brendan Rodgers has confirmed.

The Arsenal left-back is out of contract at the end of the season and has been strongly linked with a move back to Scotland, having returned to fitness after a serious hamstring injury.

Tierney, who signed for Arsenal from Celtic for £25million in 2019, has now agreed a pre-contract with his former club.

That will see him join the Scottish champions in the summer, however Celtic boss Rodgers has suggested the club could push to bring forward the move.

Alex Valle, who has been at Celtic on loan from Barcelona, has had his spell in Scotland cut short, with Italian club Como said to be keen on signing the left-back.

Asked if Valle’s exit could mean Tierney joins this month instead, Rodgers said: "Ideally it would but he’s still at this moment an Arsenal player.

"I think everyone is agreed that will definitely take place in the summer. If we can do it beforehand, then great."

More on that here!

Tel wants to leave Bayern

Tuesday 28 January 2025 18:17 , Matt Verri

Mathys Tel has now decided to leave Bayern Munich.

That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, and it sets the stage for a race to sign the winger before the window shuts.

Chelsea enquired about Tel at the start of January, remains to be seen whether they now make an official approach.

Man City pushing to wrap up Cambiaso deal

Tuesday 28 January 2025 17:52 , Matt Verri

Manchester City are closing in on another January signing.

Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis have all arrived this month already, and Andrea Cambiaso could be next.

The Mirror report that City are confident of signing the Juventus full-back for around £59m, having had a £54.5m offer rejected.

Pogba in demand

Tuesday 28 January 2025 17:23 , Matt Verri

Paul Pogba has been approached by a number of Premier League clubs.

The 31-year-old was handed a four-year ban for a positive drugs test, but that has been reduced to 18 months and he can play again from March.

Sky Sports report that clubs in the Premier League, as well as across Europe and Saudi Arabia, have reached out to Pogba’s representatives over a potential deal.

The free agent is expected to make a decision on his future closer to March.

Arsenal accept Sesko stance

Tuesday 28 January 2025 16:49 , Matt Verri

Arsenal are ready to accept Benjamin Sesko will not join the club this window.

Journalist Graeme Bailey claims that the Gunners will not be able to persuade RB Leipzig to sell this month.

It’s reported that Sesko, along with Alexander Isak, remains a top target for Arsenal, and a fresh approach in the summer is still on the cards.

Casemiro on the move?

Tuesday 28 January 2025 16:26 , Matt Verri

Manchester United are keen to secure a loan move for Casemiro before the end of the window.

The Brazilian has not played for United for almost a month and does not appear to be part of Ruben Amorim’s plans.

ESPN report that United will let Casemiro leave on loan and are willing to cover a portion of his wage to help that exit happen.

Kieran Tierney agrees Celtic return

Tuesday 28 January 2025 15:49 , Matt Verri

Kieran Tierney is set to seal his return to Celtic.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Arsenal left-back has verbally agreed to move back to the Scottish champions, with the only decision now when it happens.

If Arsenal do not let Tierney leave this window, he will join Celtic as a free agent when his contract in north London expires at the end of the season.

West Ham bid to beat David Moyes to Evan Ferguson

Tuesday 28 January 2025 15:21 , George Flood

West Ham are hoping to win the race to sign Brighton’s Evan Ferguson, with the Seagulls increasingly likely to let the forward leave this month, writes Malik Ouzia.

The Hammers’s long-standing interest in Ferguson is well-known and has only been amplified since the appointment of Graham Potter, under whom the player made his initial Brighton breakthrough.

Ferguson remains the subject of interest from a number of Premier League clubs, including Everton, whose manager David Moyes admired the Irishman during his time in charge of West Ham.

Read the full story here

Man Utd agree £31.5m Dorgu fee

Tuesday 28 January 2025 14:56 , Alex Young

Manchester United have agreed a £31.5million deal with Lecce for Patrick Dorgu.

According to reports in Italy, United will pay a guaranteed £25m and the rest is in performance-related add-ons.

Fabrizio Romano and Gianluca Di Marzio both report that the final details are being discussed between the two clubs.

Dorgu has already agreed to the move.

Gyokeres 'top of the list' for Man Utd

Tuesday 28 January 2025 14:51 , Alex Young

Gary Pallister says Viktor Gyokeres is "top of the list" for Manchester United this month as they look to solve their attacking woes.

"The most worrying thing about this Manchester United team is a lack of goal threat," he told Punters Lounge. "Don’t get me wrong, Brighton are a good side and are well organised, but having no shot on target from open play for 90 minutes is concerning.

"You have 70,000 fans cheering you on and good attacking players in the squad like Amad Diallo and Bruno Fernandes, it’s hard to understand how they can’t see a way through.

"Ruben Amorim has said since he came through the door that we need a centre forward who is able to lead the line and Viktor Gyokeres is at the top of the list.

"Victor Osimhen is another option, whether something can be done in January remains to be seen."

West Ham make first move to sign Evan Ferguson

Tuesday 28 January 2025 14:30 , Alex Young

West Ham have their first move to sign Evan Ferguson.

Sky Sports report that the Hammers have made contact with Brighton over what is expected to be a loan spell.

New West Ham manager Graham Potter would be looking to be reunited with the young striker he managed while in charge of the Seagulls.

Brighton are open to letting the striker depart this month, but would prefer him to move abroad amid interest from clubs in Germany.

Man Utd leading Jamie Gittens' chase

Tuesday 28 January 2025 14:07 , Alex Young

Jamie Gittens has prioritised a return to the Premier League, with Manchester United now leading the chase for his signature.

The Reading-born winger is attracting plenty of interest and, after spells at both Chelsea and Manchester City, wants to move back to England after five years with Borussia Dortmund.

According to Sky Sports in Switzerland, United have now moved ahead of the likes of Liverpool in the race for his signature, as they look to steal a march of potential suitors.

He won't come cheap, though. The report claims Dortmund would be looking for close to €100million for a player who has already scored eleven goals and provided five assists since the start of the season.

Arsenal told deadline for Sverre Nypan decision after transfer talks

Tuesday 28 January 2025 13:44 , Alex Young

Arsenal are expected to learn this week if they have won the race for Norwegian wonderkid Sverre Nypan, writes Simon Collings.

The Gunners are big fans of the 18-year-old midfielder, who is regarded as one of the hottest prospects in European football.

Nypan, who made his debut for Norwegian club Rosenborg when he was just 15, is also reportedly attracting interest from Aston Villa and Spanish club Girona, the latter of whom are owned by the City Football Group.

The teenager’s father, Arne Nypan, has now confirmed after talks were held with interested clubs that a decision is expected on his son’s future before the transfer window closes on Monday.

Read more here!

Kyle Walker talks AC Milan move

Tuesday 28 January 2025 13:25 , Alex Young

Kyle Walker has been talking to the press about his loan move to AC Milan.

Sat next to Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Walker said: "I wanted to experience something new. It was the right time and the right club. Zlatan has been on the phone a lot, and I want to show I can make a difference in Italy as well as in England.

"It wasn’t easy speaking to Pep Guardiola. We have a great level of respect for each other. We’ve won a lot together. Manchester City was my family, everyone appreciated me for the way I conducted myself.

"But now, my mind is only on AC Milan. I want to learn Italian and also win abroad."

Arsenal offered three strikers

Tuesday 28 January 2025 13:05 , Alex Young

Arsenal have been offered Moise Kean to solve their striker issues.

TBR Football claim the striker, now at Fiorentina, is being touted to the Gunners after scoring 12 goals in 20 Serie A games.

Kean has spent time all across Europe during a miserable spell with Everton, and Arsenal remain unconvinced by his talent.

It is claimed Mikel Arteta is more of a fan of Atalanta star Mario Retegui, who has also been offered before the January deadline, along with Spartak Moscow's Manfred Ugalde.

Aston Villa closing in on Juan Foyth deal

Tuesday 28 January 2025 12:40 , Alex Young

Aston Villa are closing in on the signing of Juan Foyth from Villarreal.

According to El Periódico Mediterraneo, Unai Emery has worked hard to secure a reunion with a player he managed in Spain.

It would be a permanent move for Foyth and a return to the Premier League for the player after a spell with Tottenham.

Villa continue to be linked with Axel Disasi of Chelsea.

Man Utd deal for Dorgu to be announced 'within hours'

Tuesday 28 January 2025 12:16 , Alex Young

Patrick Dorgu's move to Manchester United will be announced by Lecce today, according to reports in Italy.

United have submitted a third bid, understood to be far closer to the £33.5million asking price and the expectation now is that the deal will be formalised on Wednesday.

Corriere dello Sport negotiations are now in the final stages and local TV station Norba Online add that an announcement by Lecce is expected in the next few hours.

Man City want one more signing this month

Tuesday 28 January 2025 11:55 , Alex Young

Manchester City want to conclude their January business by signing a holding midfielder, and Douglas Luiz is one of the options available to them.

The Athletic report that Luiz, formerly of City, had been put up for sale by Juventus just six months after joining for £42million.

He could be available on a loan, which is far more attractive to City.

Chelsea draw up three-man winger shortlist

Tuesday 28 January 2025 11:36 , Alex Young

Chelsea remain interested in signing a winger in the final days of the transfer window.

The Athletic report that Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho, Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens and Nico Williams of Athletic Club make up their shortlist of targets.

All three deals would be hard to pull off, but interest in Garnacho is considered the most likely.

Regarding striker targets, a decision of Mathys Tel is yet to be made, while Liam Delap would be a target for the summer.

Scholes says Rashford deserves to be banished from dressing room

Tuesday 28 January 2025 11:16 , Alex Young

Paul Scholes feels Marcus Rashford has "let a lot of people down" and says the forward should be "banished" from the Manchester United dressing room.

"You think of the young players coming through the team, think of (Alejandro) Garnacho, they're looking up to people like Marcus now - he's 27 years of age, and he's clearly not training properly.

"I remember years ago when I told the manager (Sir Alex Ferguson) I didn't want to play in that Arsenal game... he said to me 'the worst thing you did is let your team-mates down', and that really stuck with me because I wasn't really thinking about that - and now I think Marcus Rashford, he's doing exactly the same.

"OK, he's not refusing to play, but in the way he's behaving and the way he's training, in a way he is saying I don't want to be involved with these.

"So I think the fact of letting your team-mates down in that dressing room - he should be banished from the dressing room really. If he's in and around that and young people are seeing that as an example, the sooner he's gone the better."

Read more here!

Roma enquire over Casemiro loan

Tuesday 28 January 2025 10:53 , Alex Young

Sticking with Manchester United, Casemiro is reportedly open to joining Roma on loan.

Sky in Italy report that the Serie A side have approached United over possible terms to take the midfielder for the rest of the season.

United are willing to let Casemiro leave, but would prefer a permanent exit for one of their highest-paid players.

Man Utd not ruling out triggering Alvaro Carreras clause

Tuesday 28 January 2025 10:28 , Alex Young

Manchester United have not ruled out triggering their buy-back clause for Alvaro Carreras.

The left-back left Old Trafford last summer to join Benfica for around £5million, and has impressed since.

United want a new left-back and have lodged a third bid for Patrick Dorgu as Lecce hold out for around £35m.

If that bid is unsuccessful, United could turn attention to bringing the 21-year-old back to club as they can trigger a clause worth about £15m.

The Athletic report that Carreras is not expecting to move, but a lot could happen before Deadline Day.

Man Utd to land Ayden Heaven as Arsenal charm offensive falls flat

Tuesday 28 January 2025 10:06 , Alex Young

Manchester United believe they have successfully lured Ayden Heaven away from Arsenal.

The Athletic report that United’s charm offensive has worked and young defender Heaven is expected to move to Old Trafford.

Heaven was at Old Trafford last week's dramatic win over Rangers.

Arsenal tried to keep Heaven but have now admitted defeat and agreed a fee with United.

Chelsea and Aston Villa transfer talks amid Jhon Duran interest

Tuesday 28 January 2025 09:45 , Alex Young

Aston Villa are in talks with Chelsea over a deal for Axel Disasi, but a move for Joao Felix appears more complicated at this stage, writes Malik Ouzia.

Disasi is out of favour at Stamford Bridge and the Blues are open to letting him leave the club this month. Villa also have interest in Felix, but Chelsea would want a significant fee for a player they paid around £45million to sign from Atletico Madrid.

Villa would likely have trouble funding that kind of deal without selling first. Striker Jhon Duran appears the club’s most saleable asset but it remains to be seen whether any suitors would meet Villa’s valuation this month.

The Blues have previously been linked with Duran and are interested in Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho.

Read more here!

Flamengo interest in Jorginho

Tuesday 28 January 2025 09:23

Flamengo are hoping to sign Jorginho before the end of the window.

The Arsenal midfielder has six months left on his current deal, but the club do have the option to extend for a further year.

The Mirror report that Flamengo are hoping to reach an agreement this month, but Arsenal are reluctant to let him leave.

Arsenal and Chelsea target Dusan Vlahovic rejects bid

Tuesday 28 January 2025 08:45 , Alex Young

Chelsea and Arsenal target Dusan Vlahovic has rejected a huge offer to leave Juventus this month.

The 24-year-old is available to leave the Italian giants this month, three years after arriving for £66million, with the two Premier League giants repeatedly linked.

Gianluca Di Marzio claims that Vlahovic, who has scored 40 goals in 93 games, is ready for pastures new, but wants to stay in Europe.

That has seen him reject Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr and a link up with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Napoli back in talks over Alejandro Garnacho

Tuesday 28 January 2025 08:34 , Alex Young

Napoli have resurrected talks with Manchester United over a deal for Alejandro Garnacho.

The Serie A giants first held talks over the Argentine earlier this month but seemed to walk away after having an opening offer rebuffed.

Napoli instead appeared set to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi after selling Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG, leaving Chelsea a clear run at signing Garnacho.

However, Sky Sports now report that Napoli will resume discussions with United this week. Chelsea are said to be monitoring the situation.

Chelsea target Jhon Duran could leave Aston Villa before Deadline Day

Tuesday 28 January 2025 08:18 , Alex Young

It is not considered a real possibility that Jhon Duran leaves Aston Villa before Monday’s deadline.

The Athletic report that Unai Emery’s preference for a lone striker means the tussle between Ollie Watkins and Duran is likely to end with one leaving - and the latter is attracting plenty of interest.

A £57million bid from West Ham has been rejected, with the club wanting close to £80m.

Villa’s interest in Joao Felix gives Chelsea the edge. The Blues have long been interested in Duran having previously failed to sign him.

Al-Hilal terminate Neymar contract ahead of Santos move

Tuesday 28 January 2025 08:01 , Alex Young

Neymar has seen his contract terminated by Al-Hilal as the Brazilian closes in on a return to Santos.

The forward moved to the Saudi club in August 2023 in a deal worth €90million, but played just seven times after suffering a serious knee injury just two months later.

"Al-Hilal Club Company and Neymar Jr. have agreed to terminate their contractual relationship by mutual consent,” the Saudi club posted on X.

Neymar is now expected to return to his childhood club Santos, who he left in 2013 to join Barcelona.

Barcelona still hold Marcus Rashford hope

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:43 , Alex Young

Barcelona have not given up hope of signing Marcus Rashford.

Rashford at the weekend faced another blow to his desire to continue playing for Manchester United as manager Ruben Amorim said he would rather put his goalkeeper coach on the bench.

Rashford has not played since the middle of December and has rejected moves to Saudi Arabia and Serie A. It seems that Barca are Rashford’s preferred suitors despite their difficulties in terms of getting deals done.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the LaLiga giants are still in contact over Rashford, but need Ansu Fati to leave first to raise funds.

Evan Ferguson ready to reject Tottenham

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:29 , Alex Young

It appears that one player who will not be joining Tottenham this week is Evan Ferguson.

The same Telegraph report says that Spurs are trying to get at least one deal over the line before the January window slams shut next Monday night.

However, potential striker target Evan Ferguson is reluctant to join Tottenham due to fears that he would be third-choice in the pecking order once Richarlison is back from his latest injury.

The Republic of Ireland international is expected to leave Brighton on loan before the deadline.

Chelsea have clear opportunity to sign Duran

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:19 , Alex Young

Chelsea have a clear opportunity to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa.

According to Football.London, the Blues' striker target has never been closer to leaving despite Villa's asking price of £80million.

Duran has been tipped to push for the move having been playing second fiddle to Ollie Watkins, and has turned down overtures from Saudi Arabia to remain in a competitive league.

With Villa and Chelsea in talks over Axel Disasi and Joao Felix, and Christopher Nkunku attracting interest from Manchester United and Bayern, the subject of Duran moving in the opposite direction is likely to be raised.

A big few days ahead.

Man Utd submit third bid for Dorgu

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:14 , Alex Young

Manchester United have increased their bid to sign Patrick Dorgu.

The Red Devils have seen two bids for the Danish left-back, 20, rejected by Serie A side Lecce.

A third offer has now been submitted to bring them closer to the €40m (£33.5m) price being demanded.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the bid has gone in, but should that fail the Daily Mail claim United could exercise their £15m buy-back option on Alvaro Fernandez at Benfica.

Arsenal and Tottenham to trigger Williams' release clause

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:08 , Alex Young

Arsenal and Tottenham are ready to trigger Nico Williams’ €58million (£49m) release clause in a thrilling end to the transfer window.

Williams, one of Europe’s most exciting young wingers, is set to be the target of a head-to-head between the north London rivals as they both look to bolster their attacks.

The 22-year-old, who plays with Athletic Club, has scored three goals and given five assists in 29 matches in all competitions this season.

And now Spanish publication Fichajes claim he could be heading to the Premier League.

Chelsea to decide on Disasi exit

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:03 , Alex Young

Aston Villa have agreed terms with Axel Disasi to join on loan for the rest of the season, with talks now ongoing with Chelsea to seal the deal.

According to Football Insider, Disasi is available this month having fallen down the pecking order at the Blues following the return of Trevoh Chalobah.

Villa need a new centre-back having sold Diego Carlos to Fenerbahce and failed to sign Loic Bade.

Arsenal to benefit from Sesko's 'gentleman's agreement'

Tuesday 28 January 2025 07:01 , Alex Young

Arsenal's pursuit of Benjamin Sesko will be boosted by a "gentleman's agreement" the striker has.

According to CaughtOffside, Sesko and RB Leipzig have agreed to part ways in the summer should his "achievable" asking price be met.

That's good news for the Gunners, but not so much this month with the club in desperate need of a new striker.

Former journalist Charles Watts said: “Sesko still feels like the most likely one for me I have to say. His decision to stay at Leipzig in the summer and sign a new deal did not put Arsenal off. In fact it’s a decision we know they understood, whilst obviously being disappointed.

“The belief is that there is a gentleman’s agreement between Sesko and Leipzig that he could leave this summer for an amount that would certainly be achievable for Arsenal.

“So right now it feels like that will be the route they will try and go down. The big challenge, however, will be convincing Sesko that he will get plenty of game time should he decide to make the move, something they were unable to do last summer.

Arsenal to beat Man City to Nypan signature

Tuesday 28 January 2025 06:56 , Alex Young

Arsenal are confident they have won the race to sign Sverre Nypan.

The 18-year-old is attracting interest from the Gunners, Aston Villa and Girona, the latter of which are part of the City Group and would likely provide a stepping stone to Manchester City.

However, The Independent report that Arsenal have made progress in recent days, and it is believed that Rosenborg are willing to do a deal with them.

Tottenham triple deal

Tuesday 28 January 2025 06:54 , Alex Young

Tottenham have held talks over moves for Southampton midfielder forward Tyler Dibling and Lille's Angel Gomes.

However, according to the Telegraph, both deals are more likely for the summer.

Dibling is currently injured for the next month or so, while Gomes is available on a free transfer at the end of the season.

Spurs, though, still hope to add at least one new player to the squad in the final week of the transfer window. It remains to be seen who that is, and if they will get him.

Done deal!

Monday 27 January 2025 22:08 , Matt Verri

Chelsea defender Renato Veiga has completed his loan move to Juventus.

The 21-year-old has joined the Serie A side until the end of the season, with the deal including no option or obligation to make it a permanent deal in the summer.

Veiga’s wages will be covered in full by Juventus, who will pay a loan fee of around £4.2million.

Juventus officially unveiled Veiga on Monday night, as it was announced he would wear the number 12 shirt for the Italian club.

'No way back' for Marcus Rashford at Man United

Monday 27 January 2025 21:05 , Matt Verri

Rio Ferdinand believes there is "no way back" for Marcus Rashford at Manchester United.

Ruben Amorim said after United’s win over Fulham on Sunday that he would rather have his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach in his matchday squad than Rashford, referencing his performances in training.

Speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the former United defender said: "If I was that player that the manager said that about, my heart, my pride, my ego - embarrassment.

"For someone to question your application, to question (whether) you're going out there and giving 100 per cent for your team, (suggesting) that you're going to slack off and you're taking shortcuts...

"We all have days off or moments when we're not performing well, lacking confidence, but effort isn't really one of the things I would want to be hearing a manager say is lacking in my makeup.

"That's a damning comment, because I think he knows what the reaction is after that comment. He's not saying that without thinking, 'Where does this go after?' There's really no way back for Marcus after that, I don't think, with that type of comment.

"You're looking at it and going, 'He (Amorim, who took charge in November) has only been there a short bit of time and he's actually straight away gone, he's pulled out the nine-millimetre revolver and just gone bang'. There's no way back from that.”

Arsenal duo to stay at club

Monday 27 January 2025 20:30 , Matt Verri

Arsenal will not cut short the loans of Raheem Sterling and Neto.

The pair have had limited involved for the club this season, since joining in the summer from Chelsea and Bournemouth respectively.

According to talkSPORT, Arsenal have no plans to send either player back to their permanent club, which means the club has no room for another loan from a Premier League club.

Battle to sign Evan Ferguson

Monday 27 January 2025 19:52 , Matt Verri

Will Evan Ferguson leave Brighton before the end of the window?

Recent reports suggest that the Seagulls are willing to let the striker leave on loan.

West Ham have been strongly linked, but Spanish outlet Orgullobiri claim that Real Betis are now preparing an offer.

Former Arsenal defender Cedric Soares finds new home

Monday 27 January 2025 18:11 , George Flood

Former Arsenal defender Cedric Soares has a new home.

Standard Sport understands the Portuguese full-back has agreed a deal to join Brazilian giants Sao Paulo and will officially sign in the next 24 hours.

Cedric has been looking for a new club since being released by Arsenal at the end of his contract last summer.

The former Fulham, Southampton, Inter Milan and Sporting Lisbon man - who has 34 senior international caps for Portugal - turns 34 in August.

Napoli to resume Alejandro Garnacho talks

Monday 27 January 2025 18:02 , George Flood

Napoli have resurrected talks with Manchester United over a deal for Alejandro Garnacho, reports claim.

The Serie A giants first held talks over the Argentine earlier this month but seemed to walk away after having an opening offer rebuffed.

Napoli instead appeared set to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi after selling Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG, leaving Chelsea a clear run at signing Garnacho.

However, Sky Sports now report that Napoli will resume discussions with United this week.

Arsenal winning Nypan race

Monday 27 January 2025 17:35 , Matt Verri

Arsenal are said to be increasingly confident of securing a deal to sign Sverre Nypan.

The 18-year-old is attracting interest from the Gunners as well as Aston Villa and Girona, who are part of the City Group and would likely provide a stepping stone to Manchester City.

However, The Independent report that Arsenal have made progress in recent days, and it is believed that Rosenborg are willing to do a deal with them.

Buendia to secure Leverkusen move

Monday 27 January 2025 17:10 , Matt Verri

Emi Buendia is on the verge of joining Bayer Leverkusen.

Sky Germany report that the Aston Villa midfielder will join on loan until the end of the season, with Leverkusen having the option to sign Buendia permanently in the summer.

The 28-year-old is expected to complete a medical in the coming days.

Done deal!

Monday 27 January 2025 16:40 , Matt Verri

Man City have signed defender Christian McFarlane from New York City.

The 18-year-old joined the MLS side at the age of 11 and has gone through the age ranks, before now making the move to the Premier League champions.

New York City will receive a sell-on percentage if McFarlane is sold in future.

McFarlane said: “It's been a privilege to grow here and be part of such a special organization.

“I'm also excited about the next chapter with Manchester City. Visiting their facilities and seeing the players up close is a dream come true, it’s something every young player aspires to achieve.”

Marcus Rashford pushing for Barcelona move

Monday 27 January 2025 16:13 , Matt Verri

Marcus Rashford wants to force through a move to Barcelona this week.

Marca report that the Manchester United forward has said he will take a pay-cut to help complete the deal, in the hope that could enable Barcelona to sign him.

It’s claimed that Rashford is willing to wait for Barcelona, despite offers from elsewhere.

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