Latest transfer news and rumors: Ndiaye attracting plenty of interest
The transfer window may be closed until the summer, but the rumor mill never stops. Check in every day for the latest transfer buzz around the soccer world.
👉 Most expensive January transfers
Iliman demand
Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on Everton's Iliman Ndiaye. The Merseyside club is in a strong position in negotiations because the Senegalese international's contract doesn't expire until 2029. Everton would demand at least €65 million for his transfer. (Caught Offside)
Feb. 9
Tonali tussle: Manchester United are alerted to Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali's potential availability in the summer and have identified him as someone who could replace Casemiro. Juventus have registered their interest, and Manchester City are monitoring the situation. (The Telegraph)
Calling for Caleb: Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United each sent scouts to watch 20-year-old FC Nordsjaelland midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi on Sunday. The Ghanaian earned a goal and an assist in a 2-1 win over Sonderjyske. (TEAMtalk)
How to get Reitz: Manchester United are willing to offer around €40 million for Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Rocco Reitz. The club believes he'd adapt well to English football. (Fichajes)
Post-Pep City: Xabi Alonso, Cesc Fabregas, or Enzo Maresca could be hired by Manchester City if Pep Guardiola leaves at the end of the season. Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, who's the subject of strong interest from City, would rather work with Alonso or Fabregas. (TEAMtalk)
Downbeat Dani: Speculation regarding Dani Ceballos' future at Real Madrid is swirling after youngster Jorge Cestero was picked ahead of him at Valencia. Ceballos shared an Instagram post after the match, saying, "We don't have many friends here; loyalty is expensive." (AS)
Wrangle for winger: Atletico Madrid and Real Betis are interested in 19-year-old Jan Virgili, who's been a revelation at Real Mallorca since being plucked from Barcelona's B team last summer. (Fichajes)
Konstant kraving: Greek defender Konstantinos Koulierakis is a summer target for Italian rivals Inter Milan and Juventus. The 22-year-old joined Wolfsburg from PAOK for €12 million in 2024. (Calciomercato)
Go, Jonny, go: Chivas are finalizing a deal to bring Jonny Perez to Guadalajara from Major League Soccer side Nashville SC. The attacker, who has represented Mexico Under-23s, will join on a four-year contract. (AM)
Feb. 8
Throw-in specialist wanted: Manchester United and Newcastle have entered the race to sign Brentford's Michael Kayode. Manchester City are also monitoring the situation. He could cost more than £50 million. (TEAMtalk)
Talks on hold: Juventus haven't engaged in any contract extension talks with impending free agent Dusan Vlahovic since last summer. The Serbian striker is currently sidelined due to injury. (Foot Mercato)
Cherries trigger clause: The obligation to make Alex Jimenez's transfer to Bournemouth permanent has been activated. The fee, potentially worth up to €24.8 million, will be split evenly between AC Milan and Real Madrid because the latter retained a 50% sell-on clause. (Fabrizio Romano)
Red Devils spurned: Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has been linked with becoming the permanent Manchester United manager, but the Spaniard doesn't view the job as the right project. Instead, he plans to sign an extension with the Champions League holders. (Mirror)
Roma's ultimatum: With their contracts both set to expire in the summer, Roma have informed Paulo Dybala and Lorenzo Pellegrini that they'll need to take pay cuts if they want remain with the club. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Feb. 7
CR7 ready to leave: Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Al-Nassr amid his ongoing dispute with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF). That's opened the door for Sporting CP to potentially bring the Portuguese icon back to the club by triggering his £43-million release clause in the summer. (The i Paper)
Rodri to Real: Real Madrid are preparing a summer bid for Manchester City midfielder and former Ballon d'Or winner Rodri. The Spanish side wants to add players with experience and leadership qualities to the squad. (TEAMtalk)
McKennie in demand: Inter Milan and multiple MLS clubs are keen on signing Weston McKennie, whose Juventus contract is set to expire this summer. The American has been a vital contributor since Luciano Spalletti arrived in Turin, and the Bianconeri would like to extend his deal. (Tuttosport)
Yildiz's new deal: Juventus ended speculation surrounding star forward Kenan Yildiz by signing him to a contract extension until 2030. The new deal will pay the 20-year-old €6 million per season. (Fabrizio Romano)
Devilish deal: Manchester United are interested in prying Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli away from the Italian club in the summer. The 28-year-old is one of the candidates being considered to replace the outgoing Casemiro and bolster the Red Devils' midfield. (Calciomercato)
Going after Goretzka: Arsenal are ready to compete with AC Milan to sign veteran German midfielder Leon Goretzka on a free transfer in the summer. The 31-year-old has already confirmed that he'll leave Bayern Munich when his contract expires at season's end. (Calciomercato)
Ramos reaching out: Free agent Sergio Ramos, still looking for a new club after leaving Monterrey, has offered his services to Marseille after Sevilla turned down the opportunity to re-sign the 39-year-old defender. (Marca)
Feb. 6
Extending Lewy: Robert Lewandowski, an impending free agent, could remain with Barcelona after all. The Blaugrana are considering offering the veteran striker a one-year contract extension, but they want the 37-year-old to reduce his wages. (ESPN)
At home in Naples: Napoli will hold talks with influential midfielder Scott McTominay about a contract extension until 2030. The Scottish international's current deal expires in 2028, and the Italian club is keen to keep hold of arguably their most important player. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Late move rebuffed: Atletico Madrid tried to sign attacking midfielder Gabri Veiga in the final 48 hours of the January transfer window, but Porto rejected their approach. The Spanish side could return with another offer in the summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Feb. 5
Midfield maneuvers: Manchester United's list of midfield targets for the summer window is focused on three players. Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson is the primary name to watch, but Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba of Brighton are also in contention. (The Athletic)
Keen on Cuti: Atletico Madrid are ready to make another move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero after the Argentine defender appeared to criticize Spurs' lack of transfer activity on social media. (The Sun)
Neves off the board: Ruben Neves was one of the marquee midfielders linked with several different teams during the January transfer window, but he's signed a contract extension until 2029 with Al-Hilal, quelling rumors of a potential departure. (Fabrizio Romano)
Raise the Roefs: Chelsea, Manchester City, and Liverpool are interested in Sunderland goalkeeper Robin Roefs. The Black Cats are expecting offers in excess of £50 million for the Dutchman in the summer. (Football insider)
Feb. 4
Don't leave, Dayot: Bayern Munich are finally on the verge of signing French defender Dayot Upamecano to a contract extension. The center-back, linked with many of Europe's top clubs in recent months, will sign a deal until 2030 with the Bundesliga leaders. (Fabrizio Romano)
Reds enter race: Liverpool are considering entering the mix for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The English midfielder, 21, is being tracked by Manchester United and Real Madrid. (Mirror)
Endrick's exit clause: Real Madrid inserted a clause in Endrick's loan deal with Lyon that would've allowed them to recall the teenager before the end of the month, but they're happy with his development in France and decided he's best served staying there until the summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Mateta move back on: After Jean-Philippe Mateta's transfer to AC Milan collapsed on deadline day due to an issue with his medical, Manchester United are considering returning to the table for the French striker in the summer. (Mirror)
Feb. 3
Happy in Catalonia: Marcus Rashford wants to remain with Barcelona after his loan deal expires at season's end. The English forward would rather take a pay cut to stay with the Blaugrana than return to Manchester United. (Mirror)
Sterling still waiting: Raheem Sterling, who left Chelsea last month and is currently a free agent, was offered to Union Berlin, but the German club opted not to pursue a deal for the 31-year-old. (Florian Plettenberg)
Tyrell ticked off: Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia was upset with director of football Jason Wilcox after a potential deadline-day move away from Old Trafford was blocked. Malacia was ready to fly to Turkey to join Besiktas, but Wilcox nixed the deal. (talkSPORT)
Alonso lined up: Rumors aren't just for the players, it seems. Former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso is expected to be on the shortlist of options for Manchester City should longtime bench boss Pep Guardiola depart after this season. (The Telegraph)