Transfer news LIVE: Barcelona ‘eye Son move’, Rashford linked with shock loan, Alexander-Arnold ‘to Real Madrid’ updates
THE January transfer window is now up and running - and some huge moves could well be in the pipeline.
Barcelona are reportedly chasing Son Heung-min on a free transfer, with the forward's contract at Tottenham set to expire at the end of the season.
Meanwhile, Manchester United outcast Marcus Rashford has been linked with a shock loan move to AC Milan this month.
Elsewhere, Liverpool superstar Trent Alexander-Arnold is attracting major interest from footballing giants Real Madrid.
The right-back's contract expires at the end of the season - and reports in Spain have suggested that the 26-year-old star is keen to complete the switch to the Spanish capital.
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De Bruyne future
Kevin De Bruyne has remained coy about his future at the Etihad.
The Belgian playmaker has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.
He said: "Rumours on my future? I don't care. I'm just trying to get back to my level.
“I feel every week I'm getting better. I can play for 90 minutes now. It's been an uncomfortable couple of months with the injury.”
Slot defends Alexander-Arnold
Arne Slot defended Trent Alexander-Arnold after he suffered a difficult day against Man Utd.
The defender has been subject of a contract stand off at Anfield - with Real Madrid chasing the England star.
After the game, Slot said: "I don’t believe in those things. I think nine out of 10 people will tell you it affected him but I am one of the 10 that tells you I don’t think that affected him.
"What affected him was that he had to play Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot, who are two starters for Portugal.
"Great, great, great players. We have a fantastic player here with Diogo Jota and mostly he is not playing for Portugal. That tells you how much quality United have and if these players set themselves to a game, and that is what United once in a while do, then it is very difficult to play against them.
"That is more difficult for Trent to play against Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot than the rumours there were during the week. That’s my opinion and probably everybody will tell you it had to do with the rumours. My opinion is different."
Tierney latest
Brendan Rodgers remained tight-lipped about Kieran Tierney's potential transfer.
The Arsenal full-back looks set to leave the Emirates.
But Rodgers wouldn't be drawn on Tierney, who has been linked to the Scottish side.
"There's lots of speculation, lots of names, but I wouldn't add anything to it," he said.
Rashford MIA
Marcus Rashford was, once again, left out of the Man Utd squad for the match against Liverpool.
The out of favour striker has been linked with a move away from the Old Trafford.
Explaining his absence, boss Ruben Amorim said: "Marcus Rashford is still ill, so he's not available for the game today.”
McKenna eyeing striker
Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna wants to sign a striker in the transfer window.
Speaking after Sunday's game against Fulham, he said: "We want to add in the forward areas. We've missed George Hirst again for probably well over 50 per cent of our games so we've been heavily reliant on Liam.
“We need support in that area and want to add more goals for the squad if possible. But I'm pretty sure every club in world football would have the same sort of wish list in January.”
Liverpool star 'will be sold to Tranmere'
Trent Alexander-Arnold was mocked by Roy Keane after his display against Man Utd.
TAA has been linked with a move to Real Madrid.
But Sky Sports pundit Keane said he's more likely heading to League Two Tranmere Rovers following his performance.
“His defending - schoolboy stuff,” Keane said.
“Talking about going to Real Madrid? He’ll be going to Tranmere Rovers after this.”
Tractor Boys confirm signing
Spurs signing
TOTTENHAM have signed Czech keeper Antonin Kinsky for around £12million.
Kinsky — who has signed from Slavia Prague — is Ange Postecoglou’s first signing of the January transfer window.
The 21-year-old could be in contention for a debut in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg with Liverpool or Sunday’s FA Cup third round tie at Tamworth.
He will provide cover for the injured Guglielmo Vicario and competition for Fraser Forster and Brandon Austin, who made his senior debut against Newcastle.
Due to a Uefa rule change, Kinsky will be able to play in the Europa League knockout stages even though he played for another club in the competition.
West Ham target Blues stars
The Hammers are eyeing up moves for Chelsea pair Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Carney Chukwuemeka, according to reports.
The two midfielders haven't played as much football as they would have liked at Stamford Bridge.
And West Ham are ready to offer them an escape route, according to the Telegraph.
Palace chase
Crystal Palace are in talks with Lens over signing Andy Diouf.
However, the French club have rejected the approach, as per transfer expert Fabrizio Romaon.
The Ligue 1 side have told the South London outfit Diouf is not for sale this month.
Palace may submit a bid to test Lens' resolve.
Olmo latest
Hansi Flick is confident Dani Olmo and Pau Victor will be registered by Barcelona.
In the case of Olmo - the midfielder is reportedly being tracked by Arsenal, Man Utd and Man City.
Flick said: "I’m confident that the club will resolve the case for the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor.
“I spoke with Dani this morning… and he ONLY wants to play for Barcelona. We wait for them”.
Salah replacement eyed
Liverpool have chosen who they would like to replace Mo Salah.
The Egyptian is still in a contract stand off with the Reds, as the his current deal runs down.
And with no resolution anywhere near, the Premier League are accessing their options.
According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, they are considering a move for Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane.
Ronaldo staying at Saudi
Cristiano Ronaldo has no interest in leaving Al Nassr.
"I’m happy and my family is happy,” he told the Saudi Pro League official channel.
“We started a new life in this beautiful country. Life is good, football is good. In terms of individual and collective, we are still there. We are still improving.
"It’s hard to compete with teams like Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad, but we are still there, still pushing and fighting. Football is like that; you have good moments and bad moments.
"But, for me, the most important thing is to be professional, to push hard, respect the club, respect your contract and believe that things will change – for Al Nassr to try to win more titles."
Milan's Rashford interest
Italian journalist Manuele Baiocchini has revealed that AC Milan would be "very interested" in signing Marcus Rashford on loan this month.
The Sky Sports reporter said: "There are names that are of interest [to Milan] like the one mentioned last night which is Marcus Rashford.
“At AC Milan he could be the deputy to [Rafael] Leao or the alternative to [Alvaro] Morata and [Tammy] Abraham. Basically, it is an opportunity that Milan would also be ready to take.
"If Manchester United would loan out a player like Rashford Milan would be interested, very interested.
“However, there is the issue with the salary: Rashford gets €14m a year, between now and June it would be €7m. A salary totally out of reach of any Italian team.
“If Manchester United were to loan him out and contribute to pay the wage in a substantial way then Milan would be ready to talk about it in a very concrete way, something that for now has not yet begun but the idea is on the table.”
Credit: PA Tierney rejects Prem
Reports are claiming that Kieran Tierney has rejected the chance to stay in the Premier League in favour of a return to Celtic.
The Arsenal full-back is in talks to head back to the Hoops after leaving the Scottish outfit in 2019 to join the Gunners.
That £25m deal hasn't worked out as many expected with Tierney struggling for minutes under Mikel Arteta.
And it appears he wants a fresh start away from the Prem.
Multiple reports have claimed that the Scot has turned down the opportunity to sign for West Ham, Brentford and Leicester City in order to negotiate with Celtic.
Barca target free agents
Barcelona are in the market to sign FOUR huge-name free agents in the summer.
The Catalan giants' financial situation is no secret, and players whose contract's expire in the summer are an affordable option for them.
Spanish outlet El Nacional claim that Barca are targeting huge names on free deals.
They say that Spurs star Son Heung-Min, Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathon Tah, and Bayern Munich duo Joshua Kimmich and Leroy Sane are all on the La Liga club's wish list.
Credit: Getty West Ham targets
have revealed that West Ham have drawn up a list of January transfer targets as they look to improve in attack and midfield this month.
The Hammers are keen to bring in a new striker and have identified Brighton's Evan Ferguson, Wolves' Hwang Hee-Chan and Middlesbrough's Latte Lath as three potential candidates.
As for the midfield, it's claimed that Chelsea duo Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Carney Chukwuemeka are on the club's radar.
The report suggests that West Ham would prefer to agree loan moves this month, but could generate funds for permanent moves through player sales.
Ipswich announce Godfrey loan
Ipswich Town have announced the signing on Ben Godfrey on loan from Atalanta until the end of the season.
Just minutes after the final whistle blew in their 2-2 draw with Fulham, The Tractor Boys have treated their fans to the news of the arrival.
Speaking on signing for the relegation battlers, Godfrey said: "It’s been an exciting couple of days and I’m just delighted to have signed and can’t wait to meet the lads and get started.
“I have really enjoyed speaking to the Manager (Kieran McKenna) and to have the opportunity to work under him now is something I’m very excited about."
Blades 'agree Brereton Diaz loan'
Sheffield United have reportedly agreed a loan deal for the signing of Ben Brereton Diaz.
The Chilean international striker joined Southampton this summer in a deal worth £7m.
But after failing to score since his move to the south coast, Chris Wilder's Sheffield United have given the forward an escape route to the Championship.
, The Blades have verbally agreed a loan move to bring Brereton Diaz to Bramall Lane this month with the option to make the switch permanent in the summer.
PSG and Villa set for sensational swap talks
PSG are set for sensational talks with Aston Villa over a player-plus-cash deal involving Randal Kolo Muani and Jhon Duran, according to Football Insider.
Kolo Muani, who has been linked with the likes of Arsenal and Man Utd, is struggling for game time in Paris and could leave the club.
While PSG are keen to bring in Duran after his spectacular form this term.
It's claimed that PSG and Villa are due to have a meeting regarding the transfer next week.
Duran has a contract with Aston Villa until the summer of 2030, while Kolo Muani’s is tied down with the Parisians until the end of the 2027/28 campaign.
Credit: Getty Casadei 'agrees permanent Chelsea exit'
Chelsea look set to offload wonderkid Cesare Casadei after he AGREED a permanent transfer away.
The 21-year-old midfielder was signed in 2022 from Inter Milan in a deal worth £12.6m after he was touted for big things.
But the youngster has only made Chelsea's Premier League bench four times - failing to make an appearance.
It has led to speculation over his future and now reports that Casadei has agreed to join Torino back home in Italy.
A deal between the two clubs is now being thrashed out - believed to be in the region of £10m.
Chelsea's terms with Torino is also set to include a buy-back option.
Liverpool's Trent offer
According to the Mirror, Liverpool have tabled a whopping £78m offer to keep Trent Alexander-Arnold at the club.
The Red are said to have offered their academy graduate a five-year contract worth £300,000-per-week.
Rumours in recent week have suggested that Alexander-Arnold is close to agreeing a switch to Spanish giants Real Madrid in the summer.
The England star has just six months remaining on his current terms with the league leaders.
Juve plot double Utd raid
Juventus are plotting a shock double transfer raid on Manchester United, according to reports.
The Italian giants want to bolster their defence in January following a poor first half of the season.
According to the Daily Star, Juve identified Tyrell Malacia as a suitable option at left-back with veteran skipper Danilo set to depart at the end of the season.
While SunSport reported this week that the Turin side want to take Joshua Zirkzee on loan.
Malacia's fellow Dutchman Zirkzee, 23, has endured a difficult start to life with the Red Devils since his £36.5million summer arrival.
Cunha contract
Matheus Cunha has reportedly agreed a new deal with Wolves.
The Brazilian is having a sensational season for the Molineux outfit and looks to commit his future to the club despite interest from a number of other clubs.
Both Arsenal and Man City have been linked to the star.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Cunha will extend his contract with an improved salary at Wolves.
Spurs announce Kinsky
Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky.
The 21-year-old shot-stopper has arrived in a deal worth £12.5m from Czech side Slavia Prague.
Kinsky has agreed a deal until 2031 and the move is subject to the granting of international clearance and a work permit.
