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Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool consider bold Kvaratskhelia bid, Man City close in on Marmoush, Man Utd latest

The transfer window is in full swing with clubs in the Premier League and across Europe seeking deals

Michael Jones
Friday 10 January 2025 10:12 EST
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Arne Slot explains Trent Alexander-Arnold talks amid Real Madrid transfer interest

Clubs across the continent are in the market for January transfer deals as they look to strengthen their squads for the second half of the 2024/25 season with titles, European football and survival all on the line.

Liverpool and Arsenal are rumoured to be circling new arrivals as they battle it out in the Premier League, and Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo appears to be in the Gunners’ sights after injury to Bukayo Saka. The window could see some big exits confirmed with Trent Alexander-Arnold open to negotiate a possible free transfer to Real Madrid and Manchester United looking to sell Marcus Rashford - with a new ambitious swap for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia reportedly on their radar.

They could face a tussle with Liverpool for the Napoli and Georgia winger as Arne Slot seeks the final piece of what looks a title-winning puzzle. Manchester City’s campaign, by contrast, is in need of reviving, and the Premier League champions are interested in signing Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush and 17-year-old Palmeiras defender Vitor Reis this month as they begin their rebuild.

Follow all the latest news, rumours and deals below:

Jhon Duran attracting interest from PSG and Barcelona

It appears Aston Villa may have a fight on their hands to keep hold of in-form striker Jhon Duran. The Colombian has been a revelation for Villa this season, scoring 11 goals including the winner against Bayern Munich.

But Talksport are reporting that PSG have expressed an interest in signing the forward, with £60m said to be the price that would tempt Villa to sell.

Meanwhile, Spanish outlet Sport are reporting that Barcelona sporting director Deco has already met with Duran’s representatives for informal talks to let him know he is on the Barca radar.

(PA Wire)

Mike Jones9 January 2025 14:30

Saints sign Joachim Kayi Sanda in bid to beat the drop

Southampton have signed talented teenage centre-back Joachim Kayi Sanda from Valenciennes.

Joachim Kayi Sanda said: "I’m really happy to be here. I think this is a great city and a great club. I’ve been given a very warm welcome and I’m proud to represent this club.

"I hadn’t planned for it to come so quickly but it was in the back of my mind as a career goal and I’ve managed to achieve it early on. The club’s DNA in terms of improving young players and everything about the project convinced me to come here."

Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 14:00

Man Utd propose Marcus Rashford swap for Napoli star

Man Utd are offering a swap deal with Napoli to bring Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Old Trafford, with Marcus Rashford heading to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

L’Équipe report United are keen to beat out Paris Saint-Germain for the talented Georgian winger.

And Rashford, who is out of favour under Ruben Amorim, could earn a fresh start in Italy.

Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 13:32

Chelsea learn Marc Guehi asking price

Marc Guehi is one of the more sought-after names this transfer window and the defender has now had his asking price set by Crystal Palace.

Guehi’s former club Chelsea are leading the charge to re-sign him amid a defensive injury crisis and have been told they will have to stump up £70m to make it happen.

Newcastle wanted the centre-back last summer and Palace turned down multiple bids, up to £60m, for him. They are set to stand firm on £70m, which Chelsea are currently unwilling to pay.

(Zac Goodwin/PA Wire)
Mike Jones9 January 2025 12:30

Chelsea talent set for Napoli move?

Chelsea midfielder Cesare Casadei could join Napoli, reports Sky Sport Italia’s Gianluca Di Marzio.

The Serie A club are readying an offer for the Italian player, who joined the Blues from Inter Milan in 2022 for an initial £12.6m (€15m) and has featured for Reading and Leicester on loan.

Torino and Lazio are also keen, with the Blues eager to make their money back on the 21-year-old and possibly include a buy-back clause or percentage of a future sale.

(Getty Images)
Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 12:05

Man City agree personal terms for Brazilian defender ahead of £33.6m deal

Manchester City have moved a step closer to boosting their squad in January after reaching a deal on terms for Vitor Reis with his agent.

The 18-year-old centre-back could add extra depth at the back for Pep Guardiola’s side, after recent injuries to their defence.

Agreeing a fee with Palmeiras is the next step, according to Fabrizio Romano, with that figure likely to be around £33.6m (€40m).

Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 11:50

Jobe Bellingham set to stay at Sunderland despite Man Utd and Arsenal links

Jobe Bellingham will stay at Sunderland despite Premier League interest this month.

The 19-year-old has shone for the Black Cats since arriving from Birmingham 18 months ago in a £1.5m deal.

But despite links to Man Utd, Arsenal and Crystal Palace, according to the Sun, Regis Le Bris’ side will likely keep the player for the remainder of the season in their push for promotion to the Premier League.

Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham
Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham (PA Wire)
Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 11:35

Fulham receive new Andreas Pereira offer from Brazilian giants

Brazilian club Palmeiras have upped their offer for Fulham’s Andreas Pereira, tabling a £20.5m bid.

The player is prepared to stay in London, reports the Mail, with the 29-year-old out of contract in 2026.

The Cottagers initially turned down a £16m bid, with the player out of favour after being linked with a move to Marseille before clarifying the interview misinterpreted his quotes.

Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 11:20

Nottingham Forest eye former Aston Villa star to boost top four hopes

Nottingham Forest have made an enquiry about a loan deal for former Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz.

The Brazilian midfielder has struggled to justify his £42.35m (€50m) fee since joining Juventus last summer.

And the Mail report Forest could join the race to take the player on loan, with the Old Lady already offering the player to Manchester City, Manchester United and Fulham.

Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 10:50

Man City starlet ready to follow Jadon Sancho path with Bundesliga move

Manchester City’s England Under-21 midfielder James McAtee is keen to move to the Bundesliga, reports the Telegraph.

Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig, Mainz, Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart are all chasing the 22-year-old.

And after losing Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers in recent seasons, another top prospect looks set to develop away from the Etihad.

Jack Rathborn9 January 2025 10:35

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