Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal ‘plot improved Watkins bid’, Man Utd and Spurs ‘eye Tel’, Casemiro ‘EXIT’, Rashford latest
THE January transfer window is heating up with some MAJOR moves in the pipeline as Deadline Day quickly approaches.
Arsenal are reportedly readying their second bid for Aston Villa's England forward Ollie Watkins, however, Jhon Duran has completed his medical ahead of a £65m move to Saudi Arabia which could scupper any hopes of the move.
Meanwhile, Manchester United and Tottenham are eyeing up a move for Bayern Munich star Mathys Tel.
The Red Devils are also closing in on the signing of Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu.
Brazilian midfielder Casemiro is reportedly open to joining Roma this month after becoming out of favour at Old Trafford.
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Pogba 'could be 'one of Utd's best players'
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has been advised to make a sensational swoop for Paul Pogba when his drugs ban is up in two months.
Pogba, 31, is in his second spell with Juventus after two stints with United.
The Frenchman’s career has been in limbo since he failed a doping test, which saw him given a four-year suspension reduced to 18 months on appeal.
But unemployed Pogba – who has been linked to Fulham – teased fans by posting a cartoon drawing of himself in a Man Utd kit next to Ivory Coast winner Amad Diallo.
And then another image of him overlooking Miami from a skyscraper with the caption: “Let’s see what’s coming.”
Louis Saha, a two-time Premier League winner with United, told : “When he is fit and firing, he could go into the Manchester United squad and become one of the best players quite quickly.
“There are a handful of players that really excite me. Amad excites me. Neymar excites me. Pogba excites me.
"Only a handful of players in this world can do what Paul Pogba can do. It’s as simple as that."
Bees insist it's Fab no-go
Brentford have reportedly rejected a loan offer for Fabio Carvalho.
The former Liverpool and Fulham was gaining interest from French side Strasbourg.
However, Sky Sports have claimed that the Bees have turned down a loan offer for the attacking midfielder.
Bayern eye Southampton midfielder
Southampton wonderkid Tyler Dibling is being chased by THREE German giants as well as Tottenham, SunSport can reveal, writes EMILLIA HAWKINS.
The midfielder, 18, has emerged as one of the Premier League's brightest young players this season and is almost certain to leave St Mary’s in the summer.
Reports in Germany claimed last week that RB Leipzig's owners are determined to push through a deal.
Dibling is believed to be Leipzig's number one summer target.
But they’re not his only admirers.
SunSport can reveal Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are also now chasing the player.
Bayern believe the chance to play wi
Mat could still go in window
Wolves are reportedly still bracing themselves for at least one offer for Matheus Cunha before the end of the transfer window.
The Brazilian attacker has been heavily linked with a move this month with the the likes of Aston Villa, Arsenal and Nottingham Forest interested.
It has been claimed that the West Midlands will demand at least £60million for their talisman.
Duran deal means no Bon voyage...
Jhon Duran's imminent switch to Al Nassr appears to have wrecked the same move for Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface.
Sky in Germany report Leverkusen's sporting director Simon Rolfes as saying Boniface's £46m transfer to the Saudi big spenders is almost certainly now off.
The Nigerian, 24 had even had a medical with Cristiano Ronaldo's club.
But Al Nassr are reportedly focusing instead on an even more costly move - for Aston Villa's Duran.
Credit: Reuters Spurs Wiss upon a star
Tottenham have reportedly opened talks to sign Yoane Wissa from Brentford, writes HENRY TOMLINSON.
The Bees forward has impressed this season in the wake of Ivan Toney leaving for Saudi Arabia in the summer.
Spurs are in the market as manager Ange Postecoglou desperately seeks reinforcements.
Reports in France have now claimed that discussions have started between the North London side and Brentford.
Foot Mercato have claimed that talks are underway and that Spurs have contacted Wissa to express their interest.
The 28-year-old has been vital for the B
Dorg can take the lead for fitness
Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu – and in another huge boost, he also boasts an impressive fitness record.
Nordsjaelland technical director Alexander Riget, who watched the youngster grow up at the Danish club, recently told : “He’s never injured – never.
“He played for Nordsjaelland for six or seven years and I can’t remember him having one day where he was injured, which is very abnormal when you are growing. That is also a very good thing.”
Ex-Liverpool winger, 29, joins seventh-tier team
Former Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe has signed for Southern Premier League South part-timers Hungerford Town.
The former England Under-21 ace, 29, left Anfield for Bournemouth in 2016 but has drifted downwards since then, via spells with Derby, Adanaspor, Ebbsfleet and Hayes.
Ibe said of joining seventh-tier Hungerford: “It is an honour to Hungerford Town for taking me in and believing in my dream.
“It is time to buckle down and show the ability that I still have. With hard work, it can take you anywhere.”
Credit: Getty Duran tipped for Al Nassr medical
Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is set for a medical with Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr.
The Colombian has reportedly agreed personal terms ahead of a £65million blockbuster move to the Saudi Pro League.
Duran began tonight's dramatic tie with Celtic on the Villa bench Duran's Saudi switch appears to end Arsenal's hopes of bringing England striker Ollie Watkins to the Emirates.
The Gunners tabled an audacious £60m bid for the Villa forward on Wednesday afternoon.
According to Duran has penned a five-and-a-half-year deal in Saudi.
The 21-year-old - who joined Unai Emery's side from Chicago Fire in 2023 - only signed a new contract in October.
It's understood Duran will head to London for a medical with Al Nassr on Thursday.
Barca duo set for exits
Two Barcelona players are tipped for exits before the deadline.
Alex Valle could have his loan cut short with Celtic and will instead be heading to Italy to join Cesc Fabregas’ Como side.
While Saudi outfit Al Ittihad have also reportedly reached an agreement with 20-year-old midfielder Unai Hernandez.
That deal is said to be worth up to £4.1m.
Hornets ace linked with Cyrpus move
Watford's Swedish midfielder Ken Sema could be set for Cypriots Paphos FC.
SportBladet say the ex-Udinese loanee, 31, has been offered a three-and-a-half-year contract.
Manor not coming home
Tottenham are NOT expected to recall Manor Solomon from Leeds despite their injury crisis, writes TOM BARCLAY.
The Israel winger, 25, was loaned to the Championship promotion hopefuls in the summer after being ravaged by injury in his first season at Spurs last term.
Credit: Rex But he has proved his fitness and quality at Leeds, netting five times in 22 appearances during the first half of the season.
It has led to some Spurs fans wondering whether the North Londoners could cut his loan short this month, given their injuries and lack of progress in the transfer market.
Ange Postecoglou was without 14 players for Thursday’s 3-2 win over Hoffenheim in the Europa League, with attackers Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert, Timo Werner all currently sidelined.
Tottenham have signed just one player in January - 21-year-old goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky - and Postecoglou has even admitted there is a chance that could be it for incomings this month.
But SunSport understands Solomon, who joined Spurs on a free transfer in summer 2023, is set to stay at Elland Road for the remainder of the campaign.
Red Devils urged to re-sign Pogba
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has been advised to make a sensational swoop for Paul Pogba when his drugs ban is up in two months.
Pogba, 31, is in his second spell with Juventus after two stints with United.
The Frenchman’s career has been in limbo since he failed a doping test, which saw him given a four-year suspension reduced to 18 months on appeal.
But unemployed Pogba – who has been linked to Fulham – teased fans by posting a cartoon drawing of himself in a Man Utd kit next to Ivory Coast winner Amad Diallo.
And then another image of him overlooking Miami from a skyscraper with the caption: “Let’s see what’s coming.”
Louis Saha, a two-time Premier League winner with United, told : “When he is fit and firing, he could go into the Manchester United squad and become one of the best players quite quickly.
“There are a handful of players that really excite me. Amad excites me. Neymar excites me. Pogba excites me.
"Only a handful of players in this world can do what Paul Pogba can do. It’s as simple as that."
Spurs in for Bayern starlet
Tottenham are weighing up a late loan move for Bayern Munich whizkid Mathys Tel, writes TOM BARCLAY.
But the North Londoners face competition from a number of clubs including Manchester United.
Credit: Getty Tel, 19, has found opportunities tough to come by at Bayern, finding himself regularly as back-up to ex-Spurs superstar Harry Kane.
He has only started two games in the Bundesliga this term, coming on six times, and failing to score.
The Frenchman looks set to be farmed out by the German giants before Monday’s transfer deadline.
And Spurs, who have been looking for a versatile forward all window, are in the mix to borrow him.
Boss Ange Postecoglou has consistently called for “help” for his injury-hit squad and expected his club “to be involved” in a “frenetic” end to the transfer window.
Amorim says Rashford 'must change'
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has explained his latest snub for Marcus Rashford by issuing another warning to the striker.
Rashford remains frozen out as he's failed to make the squad for tomorrow's Europa League trip to Romanians FCSB.
Credit: PA Talkf of a loan exit for the England ace, 27, continues to spiral.
Amorim said: “Our team should be so much better with Rashford.
"But he has to change. If he changes, we are more than welcome to put in a talent like Rashford and we need it."
"Amorim has previously appeared to criticise Rashford's performance in training."
Spurs again linked to Milan hitman
Tottenham are rated one of the likeliest destinations for AC Milan’s Noah Okafor.
The 24-cap Swiss striker, 24, jetted to RB Leipzig last week, only for a medical to show he might not be fully fit at the moment.
That switch to the Bundesliga giants now appears over.
And Spurs are once more understood to have the ex-RB Salzburg star on their radar.
Boro bag Cherries keeper
Bournemouth's Mark Travers is off to help solve Middlesbrough's fragile goalkeeping situation.
Championship side Boro are without injured first-choice stoppers Seny Dieng and Sol Brynn.
Aussie Tom Glover has stepped in for the past seven matches.
But now Travers, 25, is joining Boro on loan for the rest of the campaign.
Credit: PA 'Gerrard exitingAl-Ettifaq'
Steven Gerrard has reportedly departed as Al Ettifaq head coach.
Sky Sports say the Liverpool legend has exited the Saudi club by mutual consent.
The former England midfielder, 44, arrived in July 2023 and last year extended his deal until 2027.
Brighton ready to sell Ferguson
Evan Ferguson could be sold this month - if Brighton get the fee they want.
Arsenal, West Ham and Leicester have been linked with the striker, 20.
Ferguson's fortunes have fallen away this season, not helped by an ankle injury.
The six-foot Republic of Ireland star was rated at £100million a year ago.
But he's made just two Prem starts this campaign.
And his sole goal so far in 2024-25 came against Wolves in October.
Credit: PA Blades borrow Ipswich defender
Harry Clarke is swapping a Prem relegation fight for a Championship promotion push.
The defender, 23, helped Ipswich up last season and hopes to do the same for Sheffield United this term - on loan for the rest of the campaign.
Credit: Rex The second-placed Blades have already added midfielder Hamza Choudhury plus striker forwards Ben Brereton Diaz and Tom Cannon to their squad this month.
Clarke told : "Where the boys are here, going for promotion, it was a no-brainer really
"It's a tough league - anyone can beat anyone on their day. I know what it took last year so hopefully I can bring that experience.
"I am young but I've been there, so hopefully we can achieve something this year."
Fulham 'close on Man City midfielder'
Manchester City midfielder Seth Chingwaro, 17, is reportedly on the brink of joining Fulham for just £750,000.
believes Chingwaro will agree a long-term deal.
Romano posted: "£750k transfer fee agreed, here-we-go coming soon."
QPR complete Yang deal
Tottenham attacker Min-Hyeok Yang has finalised his loan switch to QPR.
The South Korean attacker, 18, is stepping down to the Championship in search of senior experience.
Mig flies from Magpies - to Atlanta
Miguel Almiron is tipped to complete his return to Atlanta United.
The Newcastle winger has reportedly agreed personal terms with the MLS Club - six years after leaving them for the Magpies.
The Toon are likely to receive around £8million up front, plus £3m add-ons for the popular Paraguayan.
The 30-year-old is thought to have accepted a four-year offer with Atlanta.
Duran 'on brink of huge Al-Nassr move'
Aston Villa's in-demand striker Jhon Duran could be close to joining Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr - as suggested by The Sun earlier.
Transfer expert claims the Saudi big-spenders are "on the verge of reaching verbal agreement" with Villa for the West Ham target.
Credit: Getty Romano reckons the fee will be around 75million euros (£62m) with add-ons.
Chelsea were also linked with the Colombian 21-year-old over the summer.
And the Hammers are also said to be once more monitoring Duran.
The former Chicago Fire star reportedly grew frustrated with often being just a sub for Unai Emery's Villa.
But Emery would still love to keep him.
Leverkusen bag Buendia
Emi Buendia is off to Bayer Leverkusen on loan for the rest of the season.
The Argentinian midfielder, 28, extended his contract at Aston Villa despite failing to start a Prem match this season.
Credit: Getty But he started last week's 1-0 Champions League loss to Monaco.
And he's now switched temporarily to Xabi Alonso's Bundesliga champions.
Buendia arrived at Villa Park from Norwich in 2021.
