Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal in Osimhen talks; Chelsea want David; Man Utd eye Kubo; Solanke to Tottenham

Transfer news LIVE!

It's the penultimate day of the January transfer window as clubs strive to complete some final business before Thursday night's 11pm GMT deadline. Arsenal are rumoured to have opened talks over a blockbuster deal for Victor Osimhen in their pursuit of a new striker, amid ongoing links to the likes of Martin Zubimendi and Callum Wilson as Lino Sousa prepares to join Aston Villa.

Chelsea are likewise said to have launched a move for Lille's Jonathan David, while they are dealing with plenty of late interest in Armando Broja as Andrey Santos goes back out on loan. However, neither Arsenal nor Chelsea will be signing Karim Benzema this month as things stand. Manchester United are looking at the likes of Takefusa Kubo and Gleison Bremer, with Paris Saint-Germain reigniting their interest in Marcus Rashford as Facundo Pellistri and Amad Diallo both aim for new Old Trafford exits.

Tottenham still want to sign Conor Gallagher as they eye a similar late push for Dominic Solanke and talk to Brighton over Bryan Gil, with Liverpool chasing Atalanta's Ederson and Tosin Adarabioyo as West Ham work to sign ex-Celtic winger Jota as they also look to offload Said Benrahma and Maxwel Cornet and maybe Pablo Fornals. Follow all the latest news, rumours and gossip with Standard Sport's live transfer centre below!

Latest transfer news and rumours

• Arsenal in talks over blockbuster Victor Osimhen deal

• Chelsea start late move for Lille star Jonathan David

• Man Utd battle Liverpool over Takefusa Kubo

• Tottenham interest £50m Dominic Solanke swoop dismissed

• PSG consider reviving Marcus Rashford interest

Done deal!

21:19 , Matt Verri

Gio Reyna's loan move from Borussia Dortmund to Nottingham Forest has been confirmed!

Spurs wait for Bergvall decision

19:44 , Matt Verri

Tottenham remain in the race for £17million-rated Djurgardens youngster Lucas Bergvall, who is deciding between the north Londoners and Barcelona on Wednesday night, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 17-year-old midfielder visited Spurs training ground on Monday but is now in Barcelona before making his final decision.

It’s unclear which club the one-time Sweden international will pick, as he makes his final decision before completing a move on deadline day tomorrow.

Bergvall has followed a similar pathway to Spurs winger Dejan Kulusevski, spending his youth career with IF Brommapojkarna before moving to Djurgardens, a bigger club in the capital of Stockholm.

Exclusive: Brentford reject Onyeka bids

19:05 , Matt Verri

Brentford have rejected bids from Girona and Reims for midfielder Frank Onyeka, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 26-year-old is producing impressive performances at the Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria, which is driving recent transfer interest.

Girona, part of Manchester City's multi-club network City Football Group, had made a loan bid, which included an option to buy that could rise to £17million inclusive of performance-related add-ons.

Reims had made a similar loan offer, which could rise to £20m if performance-related add-ons are met.

Fulham and Everton have also expressed an interest but Brentford are unwilling to strengthen a Premier League rival in the loan market.

However, the Bees feel that Onyeka can help Thomas Frank's team in the run-in this season and potentially attract better offers in the future.

Onyeka is now unlikely to move unless a significantly improved offer arrives before the transfer deadline tomorrow night.

His Nigeria team next face Angola in the quarter-final of Africa's showpiece competition and are among the favourites to win it.

Mourinho back to Man United?

18:41 , Matt Verri

Some slightly surprising manager news for you.

The Mail report that Jose Mourinho is keen to return to Manchester United, believing he has "unfinished business at the club".

Mourinho is currently out of work, after being sacked by Roma, and is reportedly keen to secure another shot at the United job, having been in charge at Old Trafford for two-and-a-half years before his departure in December 2018.

It's suggested that Mourinho is particularly keen to work under Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Gallagher set to stay at Chelsea

18:15 , Matt Verri

Conor Gallagher's name is one that has popped up throughout the month.

Chelsea are believed to be open to selling the midfielder, while Tottenham are keen on bringing him to north London.

However, a deadline day move appears unlikely, with talkSPORT reporting that Spurs have no interest in meeting Chelsea's £50m asking price.

Fornals still a West Ham player

17:49 , Matt Verri

Real Betis must significantly improve their current offer if they are to sign Pablo Fornals.

The 27-year-old could leave West Ham before tomorrow's deadline, as could Said Benrahma with Lyon interested, but Betis are yet to meet the Hammers' valuation, according to Sky Sports.

West Ham plan to stand firm on that, with Fornals staying at the club unless Betis return.

Spurs not looking at Solanke

17:21 , Matt Verri

Tottenham are not considering a move for Dominic Solanke.

Reports had emerged that Spurs were keen on the Bournemouth striker, and could make a late £50m to try and sign him before the end of the window.

However, Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola said he expected Solanke to remain at the club, and journalist Ben Jacobs has claimed that while Spurs respect the forward, there is currently no interest from the club in pushing for a move.

Done deal!

16:59 , Matt Verri

Jessie Fleming's move from Chelsea to Portland Thorns has been confirmed.

The midfielder has joined Portland for a fee in the region of £250,000, which is an NSWL record.

Fulham pushing for Broja talks

16:43 , Matt Verri

Fulham want to sign Armando Broja, but Chelsea are holding firm on their valuation.

The Mail report that the Blues are demanding £50million for the striker, either for a permanent move or a loan with an obligation to buy in the summer.

Fulham are keen on signing Broja before the window shuts, but are pushing to negotiate a lower fee.

Reyna to join Forest on loan

16:27 , Matt Verri

Gio Reyna is expected to seal a loan move to Nottingham Forest.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Reyna has signed a new contract at Borussia Dortmund ahead of the move, through to the summer of 2026.

He will now undergo a medical at Forest, joining on loan until the end of the season with no buy clause involved in the deal.

Sousa closes in on Arsenal exit

16:10 , Matt Verri

Arsenal defender Lino Sousa is undergoing a medical at Aston Villa after the Midlands club agreed a deal for the left-back, writes Simon Collings.

Sousa has been with Arsenal since January 2022 after electing to leave West Brom and sign professional terms with the Gunners.

He has since featured regularly for the club’s under-21 side, but has failed to make his first-team debut.

Sousa, whose Arsenal contract is due to expire this summer, is now heading to Aston Villa after they agreed a permanent deal for him.

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Man United eye late Branthwaite swoop

15:58 , Matt Verri

Manchester United are considering a deadline day move for Jarrad Branthwaite.

It's been claimed that Everton value the centre-back at close to £100million, amid links with Manchester City and Real Madrid.

Corriere dello Sport now report that Man United are prepared to push to sign Branthwaite before tomorrow night's deadline.

Bergvall to choose between Spurs and Barcelona

15:41 , Matt Verri

Lucas Bergvall is yet to make a final decision on his future.

The 17-year-old midfielder, who plays for Djurgarden, was believed to have agreed a move to Barcelona, but Swedish outlet Expressen report that the midfielder is also considering an offer from Tottenham.

Bergvall would sign a five-year contract at either club, joining for a fee in the region of €20m.

Can Ange Postecoglou persuade Bergvall to turn down Barcelona?

No Saudi move for Lingard

15:25 , Matt Verri

Al Shadab attempted to sign Jesse Lingard yesterday, on what was deadline day for Saudi Pro League clubs.

Lingard remains a free agent and Al Shadab made a move for him, after failing to secure a deal for Newcastle's Miguel Almiron, but ultimately could not reach an agreement in time, according to Sky Sports.

It's reported that Lingard also has offers from Turkey, and is considering his options.

Wolves still hunting striker after Armando Broja loan bid

15:12 , George Flood

It remains to be seen if Wolves will continue with their pursuit of Chelsea striker Armando Broja, meanwhile.

Standard Sport reported yesterday that a straight loan offer to take the Albanian international to Molineux until the end of the season had been rebuffed by the Blues.

Chelsea are ready to cash in on Broja and will only consider a permanent sale or a loan move with an obligation to buy included.

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil did not address interest in Broja directly at his pre-Manchester United press conference on Wednesday, though did confirm that he was still in the market for more firepower before Thursday night's transfer deadline.

"We're still looking for a number nine," he told reporters.

"There are some things we're still looking to get done."

Bournemouth not expecting Dominic Solanke to join Tottenham

15:02 , George Flood

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola does not expect Dominic Solanke to join Tottenham or anyone else before Thursday night's transfer deadline.

Reports in The Sun on Tuesday suggested that Spurs were pondering a late swoop for the former Chelsea and Liverpool striker that could cost in excess of £50m.

West Ham and Newcastle are among the other clubs to be recently linked with one-cap England international Solanke, though the Cherries are not anticipating any late January exit for their 14-goal top scorer, who has netted 10 more times than any other Bournemouth player so far this season.

"I know nothing about this. I have no news about this," head coach Iraola said of the latest Solanke links at a press conference held before Bournemouth's Premier League trip to West Ham on transfer deadline day.

"It's the same way I told you in the summer, I don’t expect anything to happen, with Dom especially."

On the prospects of Bournemouth making any signings of their own before Thursday night, Iraola said: "I have no news. I don’t know the chances [of transfers]. We still have 40 hours in the market [before the deadline].

"It's an uncomfortable situation, we have a match tomorrow.

"I'm not looking at the deals, I'm not looking at that side.

"Right now in my mind, it's only West Ham. Usually more people are involved in the club looking at the rest."

Chelsea make final decision on Andrey Santos loan

14:41 , George Flood

Earlier on this afternoon, Standard Sport brought you the exclusive news that Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos was in talks over a loan move to Strasbourg.

Well, it seems that switch is definitely now going ahead, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the Blues have decided to make it happen.

Romano adds that Chelsea believe Santos can still become a "top player" as they look at the best move for his development following a nightmare spell at Nottingham Forest.

Arsenal youngster Lino Sousa set for Aston Villa switch

14:03 , George Flood

We can add Lino Sousa to the list of young players leaving Arsenal.

Standard Sport have reported today that Marquinhos is likely heading back to Brazil on loan and that Bradley Ibrahim is close to signing for Hertha Berlin.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Lino Sousa is also set to depart the Emirates Stadium before the Thursday night transfer deadline.

He reports that Aston Villa are about to sign the teenage left-back on a permanent deal after seeing off rival interest from the likes of Juventus, Rangers and Galatasaray.

The Portuguese-born Sousa, an England Under-19 international who joined Arsenal from West Brom in 2022, is expected to undergo a medical this afternoon.

Postecoglou confirms Paratici still working with Tottenham

13:40 , George Flood

Ange Postecoglou has confirmed the worst kept secret at Tottenham - that former managing director Fabio Paratici is still working for the club, writes Dan Kilpatrick.

Paratici resigned his post in April 2023 after failing to overturn a worldwide 30-month ban from working in football but elements of his suspension have since been lifted, allowing him to continue advising the club on a consultancy basis.

The Italian, who joined Spurs in June 2021, has attended several matches this season and remains close to the club's chairman Daniel Levy.

Read the story in full here

Arsenal winger Marquinhos set for Brazil return

13:06 , George Flood

Arsenal winger Marquinhos is expected to return to Brazil on loan, writes Simon Collings.

Corinthians and Fluminense are both interested in the 20-year-old, with the latter currently the frontrunners.

The Brazilian transfer window does not close until March, which means there is no rush to wrap up a deal, but talks are nonetheless accelerating fast.

Read the article in full here

Benrahma set for West Ham exit but Fornals facing problem

12:31 , George Flood

Said Benrahma is set to join Lyon before Thursday's transfer deadline, but Pablo Fornals risks being denied a return to Spain if West Ham cannot sign a replacement in time, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

West Ham have accepted an offer for Lyon to take Benrahma on loan for the remainder of the season, with an obligation to make the switch permanent in the summer in a deal that would be worth about £15m.

The Algerian has fallen out of favour and his sending off at Bristol City earlier this month now looks likely to be his final act in a Hammers shirt.

Fornals, meanwhile, has been the subject of interest from Real Betis, after West Ham signalled they would be open to offers for the Spaniard.

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Brentford in talks over Antonio Nusa transfer discount

12:06 , George Flood

Brentford are in talks with Club Brugge over a discount for winger Antonio Nusa after issues with his medical, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The Bees had agreed a £31.5m deal to sign the 18-year-old Norway international on Monday but they are now trying to renegotiate the fee.

Brentford have sought to seek more medical information from Club Brugge and the Norwegian Football Federation.

Nusa had agreed a move to Brentford after they hijacked Tottenham's move for him, but it now remains to be seen whether Club Brugge will grant Brentford a discount before tomorrow's transfer deadline.

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Tottenham in Brighton talks over Bryan Gil loan switch

11:51 , George Flood

Brighton are in talks with Tottenham over a loan move for out-of-favour winger Bryan Gil before Thursday's transfer deadline, writes Dan Kilpatrick.

Gil is free to leave Spurs this month and the Seagulls are pushing for an initial loan deal.

The Spaniard has started just twice this season and his opportunities have been further limited by the January signing of Timo Werner on loan from RB Leipzig until the end of the campaign.

Read the full story here

Exclusive: Chelsea's Andrey Santos set for Strasbourg loan

11:33 , George Flood

Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos is in talks to join Strasbourg on loan until the end of the season, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 19-year-old was recalled from Nottingham Forest at the beginning of January and is now considering a move to France until the summer.

The one-cap Brazil international is currently away at a pre-Olympic qualifying tournament with his national team.

But he could move to join Chelsea's sister club, which is part of the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital-owned multi-club network under the BlueCo umbrella.

Read the full story here

Fulham ponder late swoop for Chelsea striker Armando Broja

11:10 , George Flood

Fulham are weighing up a late move for Chelsea striker Armando Broja after Raul Jimenez was injured in last night's 0-0 draw with Everton, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

Jimenez was forced off at half-time with a suspected hamstring strain and Fulham face a nervous wait to discover the extent of the problem.

Broja travelled with the Chelsea squad for tonight's match at Liverpool but he could still leave the club before tomorrow's transfer deadline.

Read the full story here

Carlos Alcaraz undergoing Juventus medical

10:55 , George Flood

Southampton's Carlos Alcaraz is on his way to Juventus.

The Argentine winger is said to be undergoing a medical in Turin this morning ahead of sealing a loan move until the end of the season.

The agreement apparently includes a summer purchase option for the Serie A giants worth more than €40m.

Nottingham Forest to sign Gio Reyna in late double deal

10:41 , George Flood

Gio Reyna is heading to Nottingham Forest in an interesting late January move.

Widespread reports state that the United States winger is leaving Borussia Dortmund on a loan deal until the end of the season, with Forest set to cover his wages in full.

Nuno Espirito Santo looks set to pull off a late double deal, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that teenage Portugal Under-20 striker Rodrigo Ribeiro is also on his way to the City Ground on loan from Sporting CP.

Jonathan David responds to Chelsea and Arsenal transfer links

10:09 , George Flood

Lille's Jonathan David appears flattered by the latest speculation surrounding his future.

Arsenal have long been linked with the Canadian international forward along with the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United, but it is Chelsea who are now rumoured to have opened talks over a potential late January move for David.

Speaking this week, the 24-year-old told Telefoot in France: "When you're young, these are the clubs you watch and think about.

"It's flattering. I appreciate that."

Why Tottenham could make move for Ivan Toney

09:29 , George Flood

Tottenham have yet to be seriously talked about when it comes to the race for Ivan Toney, with Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea expected to battle it out to seal a huge summer deal for the Brentford striker that could yet be worth in the region of £100m.

But the prolific England international also ticks a lot of boxes for Spurs, who were recently named by Deloitte as the new richest club in London as they continue to reap the rewards of the earning power of their new stadium.

Could Tottenham really go on and make Toney their statement signing of the summer?

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West Ham set to clinch deal with Lyon for Said Benrahma

09:08 , George Flood

One player seemingly on his way out of the Premier League before tomorrow night is Said Benrahma.

The Algerian winger has become surplus to requirements under David Moyes, with the final straw being his sending off against Bristol City in an FA Cup third-round upset this month.

West Ham are happy to let Benrahma go as they chase the likes of ex-Celtic star Jota and FC Nordsjælland's Ibrahim Osman, with transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reporting that a deal for him to move to Lyon will be completed today.

Lyon are said to be paying an initial €5m fee to loan Benrahma until the end of the season, with the deal set to include the option for a permanent summer transfer worth €12m.

Man Utd handed boost in Jarrad Branthwaite pursuit

08:45 , George Flood

Manchester United may have been handed a key new boost in their pursuit of Jarrad Branthwaite, reports claim.

The Red Devils are said to be one of a number of huge clubs eyeing the England Under-21 defender, along with Arsenal, Real Madrid and others.

But it is United who are being most strongly linked with Branthwaite, with Everton now reported by TEAMtalk to be lining up a shock swoop for Leicester's Harry Souttar as a replacement for either their academy graduate or fellow centre-back Ben Godfrey, who is wanted by Leeds.

Souttar is currently away at the Asian Cup with Australia, so any deal might be complicated to strike before tomorrow night's deadline.

Facundo Pellistri and Amad Diallo set for Man Utd exits

08:25 , George Flood

Facundo Pellistri and Amad Diallo could both be saying goodbye to Manchester United before tomorrow night's transfer deadline.

Neither young winger plays a big part in Erik ten Hag's plans for the future at Old Trafford, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that Pellistri is in Spain on Wednesday in order to undergo a medical and seal a loan move to LaLiga strugglers Granada.

Meanwhile, Football Insider report that Amad has pleaded with United to allow him to return to Sunderland until the end of the season after a previous successful loan stint at the Stadium of Light.

PSG consider new move for Marcus Rashford

07:32 , George Flood

Paris Saint-Germain could look to seize on the uncertainty over Marcus Rashford's Manchester United future.

The England striker's discipline has been called into question again of late after he was allegedly spotted partying in Belfast last week before then reporting ill for training at Carrington.

Erik ten Hag has dealt with the latest issue internally, but it could be that Rashford isn't long for United the way things are going at the moment.

According to The i, PSG are considering reviving their interest in long-term target Rashford in the summer as they look to prepare for the likely exit of Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid.

Tottenham eye £50m Dominic Solanke swoop

07:23 , George Flood

Tottenham are rumoured to be lining up a huge late move for Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke before tomorrow night's 11pm GMT transfer deadline.

Spurs have already bolstered their attack once this month with the loan capture of ex-Chelsea frontman Timo Werner from RB Leipzig.

However, Ange Postecoglou evidently wants more options up top and The Sun now claim that Tottenham are pondering a late deal for Solanke that would likely cost in excess of £50m.

Man Utd battle Liverpool over Takefusa Kubo

07:12 , George Flood

Manchester United look to be in a battle with Liverpool over Takefusa Kubo.

The Japanese winger has shone in LaLiga since leaving Real Madrid for Real Sociedad in the summer of 2022.

Liverpool are among the clubs long since linked with Kubo, but now Mundo Deportivo report that Manchester United could launch a move instead.

His release clause at Anoeta currently stands at £51m, with other interest from Juventus and Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

Chelsea make late move for Lille star Jonathan David

07:05 , George Flood

Chelsea are said to have opened negotiations over a late swoop for Lille star Jonathan David.

Arsenal are among the other teams linked with the Canadian forward, who has scored 11 goals so far this season in France.

However, Spanish outlet Fichajes now claim that it is Chelsea who have started 11th-hour talks over David, who could be available for around £34.1m.

Arsenal in talks over blockbuster Victor Osimhen deal

06:59 , George Flood

Arsenal have opened talks over a blockbuster deal for Victor Osimhen, reports claim.

The Gunners are on the lookout for greater firepower up front but have been hamstrung in this window, as have so many other teams, by Financial Fair Play rules.

However, journalist Ciro Venerato now reports that Arsenal have made contact with Osimhen in a bid to beat London rivals Chelsea to a massive signing in the summer.

Bologna's Joshua Zirkzee and Bayer Leverkusen frontman Victor Boniface are said to be Napoli's targets to replace Osimhen.

West Ham reject Crystal Palace bid for Ben Johnson

Tuesday 30 January 2024 18:23 , Jonathan Gorrie

The Hammers may still be active when it comes to signing players but aren't keen to lose one in particular.

According to David Ornstein, West Ham have snubbed an offer from Crystal Palace for defender Ben Johnson.

Jota to West Ham: Transfer news

Tuesday 30 January 2024 17:10 , Jonathan Gorrie

West Ham are in talks to bring former Celtic winger Jota back to Britain from Saudi Arabia.

Still, a deal looks difficult to do and according to journalist Ben Jacobs, that's down to wages.

He claims Al-Ittihad want the winger's £200k-per-week salary paid in full by the Hammers..

Thomas Frank addresses Brentford transfer latest ahead of Tottenham clash

Tuesday 30 January 2024 16:37 , Jonathan Gorrie

Brentford head coach Thomas Frank has challenged his side to minimise the threats of "all-or-nothing" Tottenham on Wednesday night.

Ange Postecoglou's side have won four out of their past six Premier League games, the only defeat in that run coming when beaten 4-2 at Brighton on December 28.

Spurs were edged out 1-0 at home by Manchester City in their FA Cup fourth-round tie last Friday night, with Nathan Ake eventually making the late breakthrough.

Read the full story here!

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall: Arsenal transfer latest

Tuesday 30 January 2024 16:26 , Jonathan Gorrie

Linked with Brighton, it seems Leicester want to keep Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall for their Premier League promotion push.

Longer-term, however, The Foxes may struggle to keep him.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal are tracking the midfielder ahead of a summer move.

Morgan Rogers: Aston Villa transfer latest

Tuesday 30 January 2024 15:57 , Jonathan Gorrie

Good news, Aston Villa fans!

According to the Daily Mail, Unai Emery's side are now closing in a move to sign Middlesbrough winger Morgan Rogers.

A £15m fee has reportedly been agreed.

Victor Osimhen: Arsenal transfer news today

Tuesday 30 January 2024 15:37 , Jonathan Gorrie

Victor Osimhen has been strongly linked with a move to Chelsea but it appears Arsenal could yet enter the race.

According to CalcioNapoli, the Gunners have made contact over the prospect of a move...

West Ham accept £15m Lyon bid for Said Benrahma

Tuesday 30 January 2024 15:29 , Alex Young

Lyon are closing in on the signing of West Ham winger Said Benrahma.

Sky Sports reports a deal worth around £15million has been accepted by West Ham.

The Hammers hope to replace Benrahma by signing Jota on loan.

Wolves agree deal to loan Lemina's younger brother Noha

Tuesday 30 January 2024 14:55 , Alex Young

Wolves have agreed a deal with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Noha Lemina on loan.

According to The Athletic, the Premier League will have the option to sign the 18-year-old permanently for around £1.5million.

Lemina is the younger brother of Wolves winger Mario Lemina and spent the first half of the season on loan at Serie B side Sampdoria where he made just one appearance.

Ange Postecoglou issues Tottenham transfer update

Tuesday 30 January 2024 14:28 , Alex Young

Ange Postecoglou says it is "unlikely" Tottenham will do any further transfer business this month.

Spurs have been the busiest top-flight club in January, signing Radu Dragusin in a £26million deal from Genoa and Timo Werner on loan from RB Leipzig, while offloading a host of players on permanent or temporary deals - including Hugo Lloris, Eric Dier and Ivan Perisic.

Spurs admire Chelsea's Conor Gallagher and have been linked with a late move for the England midfielder and they are among a host of leading clubs tracking Swedish teenager, Lucas Bergvall, who plays for Djurgardens.

Spurs winger Bryan Gil has been linked with a move to Brighton, although Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is now expected to stay put after interest from Lyon.

Postecoglou refused to rule out a late deal before Thursday's 11pm deadline but does not expect further incomings or outgoings at Spurs.

Read more here!

Chelsea reject Wolves loan bid for Armando Broja

Tuesday 30 January 2024 14:11 , Alex Young

Chelsea have rejected an opening bid from Wolves to sign Armando Broja on a loan.

The Blues are ready to cash in on the 22-year-old, so will only consider a permanent sale or a loan move with an obligation to buy included.

Broja has only scored two goals in 19 games this season after returning from 10 months out with a serious knee injury.

The Albanian is one of just two out-and-out strikers Mauricio Pochettino's squad - the other being Nicolas Jackson - but the club believes buying a replacement is not a must should he leave.

Read more here!

Tottenham 'unlikely' to do more transfer business

Tuesday 30 January 2024 13:35 , Alex Young

Ange Postecoglou has been speaking to reporters against of Tottenham's match with Brentford on Wednesday.

Here's what he said when asked if Spurs were planning on more signings: "Unlikely I'd say. I don't see any incoming.

"Outgoings are a little bit different because I'm not as engaged on that. Others are dealing with that but I'd say also unlikely."

BREAKING: Chelsea reject Wolves bid for Armando Broja

Tuesday 30 January 2024 13:07 , Alex Young

Wolves have seen a bid for Armando Broja rejected by Chelsea, reports Nizaar Kinsella.

The Blues are willing to let Broja leave this window but want guarantees of a decent sum.

Wolves reportedly saw a loan-to-buy offer dismissed.

More to come.

Crystal Palace book Wharton medical as £22m fee agreed with Blackburn

Tuesday 30 January 2024 12:55 , Alex Young

Crystal Palace are closing in on a £22million deal to sign Blackburn midfielder Adam Wharton, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 19-year-old is being allowed to travel to London for his medical as the final terms of a deal, which could rise to £22m with add-ons, are agreed.

Wharton is an England Under-20 international and only signed a four-and-a-half-year contract a month ago, but is now set to move on.

Read more here!

Galatasaray and Arsenal in talks over cut-price Cedric deal

Tuesday 30 January 2024 12:25 , Alex Young

Galatasaray are in talks to complete a deal to sign Arsenal defender Cedric Soares for a nominal transfer fee.

The 32-year-old has a two-and-a-half-year contract on the table to move to the Turkish giants and be reunited with his former Portugal manager Fernando Santos.

Galatasaray have until February 9 to close the deal, with the transfer window open in Turkey for eight days beyond the close of the Premier League's.

Cedric is ready to leave north London, having made just two senior appearances under Mikel Arteta this season. He has five months left on his current £70,000-a-week contract.

Read more here!

Frankfurt finally secure Hugo Ekitike loan deal

Tuesday 30 January 2024 11:54 , Alex Young

Eintracht Frankfurt have beaten Wolves to the loan signing of long-term Crystal Palace target Hugo Ekitike, writes Dom Smith.

Frankfurt saw two six-month loan bids, with options to buy worth £12.8million and then £17m, both rejected this month, before Paris Saint-Germain finally accepted their third offer.

The 21-year-old has played just eight minutes of football for PSG this season and has taken a pay cut to join Frankfurt, who first tried to sign him in the summer.

Palace, West Ham, Brentford and Nottingham Forest all made approaches last summer, while Wolves contacted PSG earlier this month to try and make a loan deal work.

Newcastle believed they had twice agreed a deal to sign Ekitike in 2022, but the Frenchman instead went on a season-long loan to PSG. That deal became permanent in the summer, with a transfer fee of £30m paid to his former club Reims.

Arsenal risk losing 'the next Bukayo Saka' for free at end of season

Tuesday 30 January 2024 11:44 , Alex Young

Arsenal youngster Amario Cozier-Duberry is attracting interest from Ajax, Anderlecht, Borussia Dortmund and Newcastle.

Cozier-Duberry is into the final six months of his contract and clubs have been alerted to the fact he could be available on a free transfer this summer.

Arsenal want the 18-year-old to stay and they have held talks over fresh terms. No agreement has been struck yet, but discussions are ongoing.

Cozier-Duberry has been tipped for a big future and has impressed for Arsenal at youth level.

Read more here!

Mikel Arteta bemoans financial restraints

Tuesday 30 January 2024 11:18 , Alex Young

Mikel Arteta claims Arsenal are fighting for the title with "one of the thinnest squads" in the Premier League.

The Gunners are yet to make any signings this month due to financial constraints, and Arteta says that has left them "really thin in certain areas", despite the club racking up a net transfer spend of more than £400million over the past three years.

"We have one of the thinnest squads in the League, that's for sure," said the Spaniard. "And when you talk about the numbers, especially in certain areas, we are really thin.

"It wasn't possible [to do any January deals]. And now we didn't have the capacity to improve the team in the way that we think we want to improve it, so we decided not to do something yet."

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Fulham and Everton involved in battle for Frank Onyeka

Tuesday 30 January 2024 10:58 , Alex Young

Fulham and Everton involved in battle for Frank Onyeka, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

Brentford are weighing up multiple approaches for midfielder Frank Onyeka but will not let him leave on loan to a Premier League rival.

Girona, who are part of Manchester City's City Football Group, have joined Everton and Fulham in the race for the Nigeria international, who is currently away at the Africa Cup of Nations.

The 26-year-old could help boost Girona’s bid to shock Real Madrid and Barcelona and win their first ever LaLiga title.

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Tottenham want to hijack Barcelona move for Lucas Bergvall

Tuesday 30 January 2024 10:42 , Alex Young

Tottenham have made a move to hijack Barcelona's attempts to sign Djurgardens wonderkid Lucas Bergvall.

The 17-year-old Sweden international has been lined up by the Spanish giants in a deal worth £8.5million.

But the Mail report that Spurs are plotting a late swoop for the young box-to-box midfielder.

Brentford must make Antonio Nusa decision

Tuesday 30 January 2024 10:28 , Alex Young

Brentford’s move for Club Brugge winger Antonio Nusa has been thrown into doubt, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The Bees agreed a £31.5million deal to sign the 18-year-old Norway international but his medical threw up some issues.

Brentford have sought to seek more medical information from Club Brugge and the Norwegian Football Federation.

Nusa had agreed a move to Brentford after they hijacked Tottenham’s move for him, but it now remains to be seen if the winger moves before Thursday’s transfer deadline.

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Tottenham face two hurdles to sign Conor Gallagher

Tuesday 30 January 2024 10:12 , Alex Young

Conor Gallagher is reluctant to leave Chelsea this month, amid interest from Tottenham, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

Spurs are long-term admirers of Gallagher but any prospect of a late move for the midfielder hinges on them offloading Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, which looks unlikely.

Gallagher has captained Chelsea this season in the absence of the injured Reece James and he has been a regular starter under Mauricio Pochettino.

The 23-year-old faces an uncertain future, with Chelsea seemingly prepared to sell him, but he sees no reason to leave this month despite having 18 months left on his contract.

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BREAKING: Arsenal sign Sarah Bouhaddi

Tuesday 30 January 2024 10:01 , Alex Young

Arsenal Women have completed the signing of French goalkeeper Sarah Bouhaddi on a short-term deal.

Bouhaddi joins as a free agent after spending last season at Paris Saint-Germain. The 37-year-old is vastly experienced and has 149 France caps to her name.

She has been signed to act as cover while Canadian goalkeeper Sabrina D’Angelo is at the Gold Cup next month and with Kaylan Marckese out injured.

“We’re really pleased to bring Sarah to Arsenal to help us over the coming weeks,” said head coach Jonas Eidevall.

“There aren’t many goalkeepers in world football with the breadth of experience and knowledge that Sarah has, so we’re delighted to bring her in to supplement our goalkeeping options.”

Chairman Steve Parish on Daniel Munoz signing

Tuesday 30 January 2024 09:40 , Alex Young

"We are delighted to welcome a player of Daniel's quality and character to the club.

"He has experience at the highest level for club and country, and he possesses an impressive record going forwards for a full-back.

"I am certain his ability, athleticism and tenacity will be a huge boost to the squad for the remainder of the season, and beyond."

Daniel Munoz on joining Crystal Palace

Tuesday 30 January 2024 09:33 , Alex Young

"It's a pleasure for me to be here at such a historic club, such a big club as Crystal Palace. I'm very excited, very happy, and I can't wait to be on the pitch.

"I think it's a dream come true for me and I hope to be up to the task."

Done deal! Crystal Palace sign Daniel Munoz

Tuesday 30 January 2024 09:18 , Alex Young

Crystal Palace have announced the signing of Daniel Munoz.

The 27-year-old right-back joins from Genk on a contract until 2027 in a deal worth around £8.5million.

West Ham field Said Benrahma and Maxwel Cornet interest

Tuesday 30 January 2024 09:15 , Alex Young

Lyon have made an offer of around £15million plus add-ons for West Ham winger Said Benrahma, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

Nottingham Forest are weighing up a move for Maxwel Cornet as West Ham try to trim their wage bill before the transfer deadline on Thursday.

Divin Mubama will not be allowed to leave on loan and will remain at West Ham for the rest of the season.

His contract expires in the summer, but he will keep fighting for his future at West Ham before deciding whether to leave on a free transfer at the end of the season.

West Ham in talks over an 18-month Jota loan amid Tottenham concerns

Tuesday 30 January 2024 09:06 , Alex Young

West Ham are in talks over an 18-month loan deal for Al-Ittihad winger Jota, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The Hammers have targeted a move for the former Celtic forward after having a bid for Ibrahim Osman rejected by Nordsjaelland.

David Moyes admires Jota but the 24-year-old has not played a game in the Saudi Pro League since September after being frozen out by Al-Ittihad after they signed Karim Benzema, N'Golo Kante and Fabinho last summer.

Jota still remains highly rated after scoring 28 goals and registering 26 assists in 83 matches during two seasons at Celtic under Ange Postecoglou.

Postecoglou has been linked with a reunion with Jota but the Tottenham manager has reservations about whether he could make an impact in the Premier League.

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Facundo Pellistri to join Granada on loan

Tuesday 30 January 2024 08:53 , Alex Young

Manchester United youngster Facundo Pellistri will today travel to Spain to complete a loan transfer to Granada.

The 22-year-old is struggled to assert himself on Erik ten Hag's first-team squad and failed to get off the bench during the weekend 4-2 win at lowly Newport County.

Talks over a loan exit escalated on Monday and now Pellistri will leave for the remainder of the season.

The Athletic report that United will cover a portion of the player's wages.

Virgil van Dijk admits he could leave Liverpool

Tuesday 30 January 2024 08:37 , Alex Young

It seems Jurgen Klopp may not be the only big name leaving Liverpool this summer.

Captain Virgil van Dijk has admitted he may not be a part of the future, either.

“That’s a big question — well, I don’t know," he told the Times.

“The club will have a big job on their hands, many things will change. I am very curious which direction that will go in”. “We’ll see our situation."

It's all change at Anfield this summer.

Unai Emery responds to Jacob Ramsey exit talk

Tuesday 30 January 2024 08:19 , Alex Young

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery insists he wants to keep hold of "very important" Jacob Ramsey amid speculation over the midfielder's future.

It has been reported that Villa need to sell before strengthening their squad due to the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules, prompting Newcastle, Tottenham and Bayern Munich to explore a deal for Ramsey.

Emery told a press conference: "Jacob Ramsey is a very important player. He grew up in the academy and his progression is getting better.

"His level is increasing a lot and I want to keep him here with us. Of course, there are movements (speculation) around him.

"Maybe there are teams involved in the possibility to sign him because he has a big, big potential at Villa and in England. I want to keep him here, 100 per cent."

Antonio Conte agrees to become AC Milan boss

Tuesday 30 January 2024 08:06 , Alex Young

Talking of Tottenham, former manager Antonio Conte has agreed a deal to become AC Milan head coach next season.

According to TeleLombardia, talks between Conte and the club's senior advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic have proved successful.

Conte has recently rejected advances from Napoli after promising his family a year out of work, having left Spurs in March last year.

It is a return to San Siro for Conte, who won Serie A with rivals Inter in 2021.

Tottenham line up Willian Pacho

Tuesday 30 January 2024 07:51 , Alex Young

Eintracht Frankfurt defender Willian Pacho is set to become a big target for Premier League clubs.

Tottenham are the primary name interested in the Ecuadorian centre-back, according to Sacha Tavolieri.

Still early days in this one with the 22-year-old previously linked with Liverpool.

Former Chelsea target Jonathan Clauss put on the market

Tuesday 30 January 2024 07:38 , Alex Young

France international defender Jonathan Clauss could leave Marseille in January for as little as £8.5million, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 31-year-old right-back previously attracted interest from Manchester United, Chelsea and Wolves in 2022 and Spanish giants Atletico Madrid last January.

He remains a regular starter for the French giants and is an active international despite the possibility of a move before deadline day on Thursday.

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg rules out Tottenham exit

Tuesday 30 January 2024 07:23 , Alex Young

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has no intention of leaving Tottenham during the January transfer window, according to his lawyer.

Lars Halgreen has spoken out against rumours linking the Dane with a move to Lyon.

"Despite the rumours and noise, the player has always kept focus on helping the team, coaches and Tottenham," he told Sky in Germany.

"The player never asked to leave now."

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Roy Hodgson unsure over Michael Olise future

Tuesday 30 January 2024 07:08 , Alex Young

Roy Hodgson hopes Michael Olise remains at Crystal Palace beyond the summer but could not guarantee that would be the case.

Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham are all reportedly keen on the young French attacker. The Blues failed in a bid last summer.

Hodgson told reporters: "My thoughts are [it] would be a sad day for the club. I am certain the club would like him to honour [his long-term deal] and to improve the team around players like him.

“We need to make the team stronger and not lose them to other Premier League clubs who are putting some money on the table."

West Ham close in on Jota loan deal

Tuesday 30 January 2024 06:54 , Alex Young

West Ham are confident of securing a loan for Jota before the transfer window closes.

According to journalist Santi Aouna, there is already an agreement between Jota and the Hammers and talks with Al-Ittihad have been positive.=

Jota is waiting for the green light to travel for his medical.

The 24-year-old moved to Saudi from Celtic last summer in a deal worth £25million, but has barely featured after being ineligible to play in the league due to rule limiting clubs to just eight foreign players.

Antonio Nusa fails Brentford medical

Tuesday 30 January 2024 06:40 , Alex Young

Brentford looked to have secured a deal to sign Antonio Nusa ahead of Tottenham and Chelsea, but the move is now in doubt.

The Athletic report on "complications" pushing the Club Brugge teenager's transfer back, with journalist Sacha Tavolieri claiming the youngster failed the medical.

Brentford discovered a piece of loose cartilage in the player's knee along with persistent back issues that need managing.

Club Brugge were aware of the problems, did not expect them to be a problem and remain confident the deal will go through as the relevant paperwork has already been signed between clubs.

Nusa could well end up going nowhere this month, paving the way for a fresh auction in the summer with Spurs and others still interested.

Tottenham seriously consider new Conor Gallagher bid

Tuesday 30 January 2024 06:28 , Alex Young

Tottenham are ready to reignite their interest in Conor Gallagher in the final days of the January transfer window.

According to The Times, Spurs are seriously considering another attempt at luring the midfielder across London with the Blues ready to cash in. A £50million price tag was too much for Spurs in the summer, so it remains to be seen what they are prepared to spend five months later.

Gallagher has captained Chelsea many times so far this term with the likes of Reece James and Ben Chilwell sidelined for weeks on end, but Fabrizio Romano believes Spurs have a "very good chance" of signing the England international.

He told GiveMeSport: "If Tottenham go there and put big money on the table, they still have a very good chance to sign Gallagher. It’s not about the timing, but it is about the money. At the moment, Tottenham are not at that stage.

"Even if we had rumours at the end of December about negotiations between Chelsea and Tottenham for Gallagher, from what I heard, the last contact between the two clubs was in August 2023, when Tottenham tried to make it happen in the final days of the summer window. The two clubs have never spoken again about Gallagher. So, I still think this is not easy for the final days."

Man Utd plot £40m Jarrad Branthwaite bid

Tuesday 30 January 2024 06:17 , Alex Young

Manchester United are working on a £40million deal to sign Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton.

According to Corriere dello Sport, the Premier League giants are keen to beat the likes of Chelsea and Real Madrid to the young centre-back.

Everton are resigned to losing the 21-year-old and hope to delay any departure until the summer.

Chelsea turn attentions to Jonathan David

Tuesday 30 January 2024 06:13 , Alex Young

Chelsea continue to be linked with all manner of strikers.

Victor Osimhen and Callum Wilson have been linked and now a new name has emerged.

According to Telefoot, Lille's Canada international Jonathan David is of interest.

The striker continues to impress in Ligue 1 and is reportedly ready to take a step up with the Blues keen.

Arsenal handed Karim Benzema chance

Tuesday 30 January 2024 06:08 , Alex Young

Chelsea have turned down the chance to sign Karim Benzema before the end of the January transfer window, leaving Arsenal with a free run at the striker.

Benzema is desperate to leave Al-Ittihad just months after completing s lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, and has been offered to several clubs in the Premier League and across Europe including the Gunners and Manchester United.

The Athletic report that Chelsea will ‘prioritise emerging elite talent’ in the transfer market, leaving an Arsenal team in need of more up top with few rivals should they decide to make a move.