Transfer news LIVE: Dele Alli pushes for PSG, Mesut Ozil edges to Arsenal exit, Juan Mata to leave Man Utd
Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip, rumours and done deals as Mesut Ozil completes his move to Fenerbahce
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Welcome along to Monday’s transfer news live as we follow all the latest rumours, gossip and done deals from the Premier League and around Europe, as a January exodus brews with stars from Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham and more looking to find first-team football away from the English top flight.
Dele Alli is pushing for a departure from Tottenham Hotspur and could get his wish with a move to Paris Saint-Germain this month, where his former Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino is in charge. Pochettino, who is currently isolating after testing positive for coronavirus, enjoyed a positive relationship with Dele during his time in north London and is reported to be keen to add the England international’s firepower to an already superb attack which includes Neymar, Angel Di Maria and Kylian Mbappe, while Dele searches for first-team football ahead of this summer’s rearranged Euro 2020.
Manchester United could also see a midfielder walk out the door as Juan Mata weighs up the possibility of a return to Valencia. Mata began his professional career at the Liga club as a teammate of David Villa, having come through the ranks at Real Madrid, but financial difficulties forced Valencia to sell their top stars and Mata has made a fine career predominantly in England with Chelsea and United. Now he could be returning to Spain, according to the Sun.
Mesut Ozil will be announced by Fenerbahce today after flying to Turkey to conclude the deal. Ozil has been pushed out by Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, excluded from the Premier League squad, and his seven-year stay in north London comes to ignominious end as he exits via the back door on a free transfer. Follow all the latest developments below.
EVERTON AND ARSENAL ‘STILL MONITORING’ LAMPTEY
Everton and Arsenal will continue to track the progress of Brighton right-back Tariq Lamptey, according to the Athletic.
The 20-year-old signed a new contract last week, but his asking price will reportedly stay as it was
NEVILLE LEAVES ENGLAND POST AHEAD OF INTER MIAMI MOVE
Phil Neville has left his role as England Women manager, the FA have confirmed.
The former Manchester United and Everton player is expected to become the new head coach of David Beckham's Inter Miami.
"It has been an honour to manage England and I have enjoyed three of the best years of my career with The FA and the Lionesses," Neville said in a statement.
"The players who wear the England shirt are some of the most talented and dedicated athletes I have ever had the privilege to work with. They have challenged me and improved me as a coach, and I am very grateful to them for the fantastic memories we have shared.
"I'd like to thank The FA for the tremendous backing they have given me, in particular Sue Campbell and my talented support staff whose energy, commitment and enthusiasm has been crucial to helping us make the progress we have.
"I wish England Women every success in the future and look forward to following their journey in the years to come."
LINGARD AND SOLSKJAER ‘IN BATTLE’ OVER UNITED EXIT
Jesse Lingard and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer disagree over a potential transfer for the Manchester United midfielder, according to ESPN.
The former wants first-team football having been on the periphery this season, but his manager reportedly views him as a valuable squad player.
Lingard has been linked with a loan move to Sheffield United, while Marseille, Porto, Inter, Nice, Tottenham and West Ham are also said to be interested.
LEICESTER JOIN RACE TO SIGN PORTO MIDFIELDER
Leicester are amongst the sides interested in Porto midfielder Otavio, according to TuttoMercato journalist Gianluigi Longari.
The 25-year-old, out of contract in the summer, is also a target for Roma, Napoli, Milan and Juventus.
TRIPPIER BANNED UNTIL 28 FEBRUARY
Kieran Tripper banned until 28 February after Fifa dismiss appeal
England international was hit with a 10-week suspension after advising a friend to ‘lump on’ his transfer
CHELSEA MAKE HAALAND NUMBER ONE TARGET
Chelsea will prioritise a move for Erling Haaland in the summer as they look to add a proven world-class striker to their squad.
The Athletic claim that Chelsea will look to prise the 20-year-old away from Borussia Dortmund despite the inevitable expense of any potential deal.
Haaland has a €75m release clause in his contract which comes into play in the summer of 2022, so Dortmund may look to sell for a higher fee before then.
WEST HAM MAKE EN-NESYRI BID
West Ham have made an offer of £22.5m for Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri, according to the Athletic.
The 23-year-old has scored 12 goals in all competitions this season and is top of the Hammers' list of potential replacements for Sebastien Haller.
If Sevilla reject the bid, West Ham will reportedly make an improved offer for En-Nesyri.
OZIL ‘EXCITED’ ABOUT FENERBAHCE MOVE
Mesut Ozil excited about ‘dream come true’ Fenerbahce move
The playmaker has not featured under Mikel Arteta in almost a year
INTER COULD MOVE FOR LEEDS & LIVERPOOL TARGET DE PAUL
Inter may look to sign Udinese midfielder Rodrigo de Paul if Christian Eriksen is sold this month, according to Tuttusport.
The 26-year-old has been frequently linked with a move to Leeds since their promotion to the Premier League, while Liverpool are also believed to be interested.
But Inter could use the funds from any potential sale of former Spurs man Eriksen to pursue De Paul.
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