Latest news and rumors from the January transfer window
The January transfer period is now open, and the rumor mill is in overdrive throughout world soccer. theScore will keep you up to date on all the latest buzz with daily briefings until the window closes Feb. 3.
Jan. 4
Latest on Salah: Despite publicly saying he's playing his last season at Liverpool, Mohamed Salah's priority is to remain at Anfield. Nevertheless, his agent is in contact with PSG about a free transfer. (Foot Mercato)
Reds reject Doak approach: Liverpool have rebuffed bids from Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace for Ben Doak. Neither club offered more than £16 million. Liverpool want Doak, 19, to remain on loan at Middlesbrough. (The Athletic)
Pep makes his move: Manchester City, trying to beat intense competition from several clubs for Omar Marmoush, have made a formal offer to sign the Eintracht Frankfurt striker this month. (Foot Mercato)
New Spurs 'keeper: Tottenham are signing Czech goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky on a permanent deal from Slavia Prague for over £10 million. The 21-year-old's transfer will be finalized in the coming days. (Fabrizio Romano)
Bayern stay patient: Bayern Munich are confident they can sign Florian Wirtz, but they'll have to wait another year. The German wants to remain at Leverkusen to prepare for the 2026 World Cup in familiar surroundings. (BILD)
Coman could leave Bayern: Arsenal continue to search for a winger to help tide things over until Bukayo Saka returns. Kingsley Coman, who's only started six games for Bayern this season, is the latest option. (Football Insider)
Plan B for Newcastle: If Newcastle lose Bruno Guimaraes in 2025, they'll try to sign Inter midfielder Davide Frattesi as his replacement. The Italian could cost around €50 million, with several other clubs also interested. (TEAMtalk)
Jan. 3
Chiesa could move again: Fiorentina want to bring Federico Chiesa back to the club. The Italian side is trying to reach an agreement with Liverpool to sign the forward for a cut-rate price considering his injury issues. (Tuttomercato)
Pump the brakes: Despite reports in Italy suggesting an expensive loan to AC Milan was in the cards for Darwin Nunez, there has been no contact between Liverpool and the Rossoneri about the Uruguayan. (Daily Mail)
Rashford's plan: Manchester United's Marcus Rashford, who reportedly rejected multiple Saudi offers already, would like to join Barcelona, but the Spanish club's financial situation makes that unlikely. (talkSPORT)
Maguire's stay extended: Manchester United will trigger a club option to extend defender Harry Maguire's contract until June 2026, ensuring that the veteran won't leave for free this summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Trying to offload Antony: Man United are also busy trying to ship expensive flop Antony off to another club. Real Betis have showed some interest in signing the Brazilian winger on loan this month. (Caught Offside)
Tierney going back home: Celtic are in talks with Arsenal to sign Kieran Tierney. The Scottish club is confident of reuniting with the left-back, who began his career in Glasgow before joining Arsenal in 2019. (Fabrizio Romano)
Spurs' pursuit hits snag: Tottenham want to sign rising star Patrick Dorgu from Lecce, but the Italian club has increased its valuation of the versatile 20-year-old Dane to more than £30 million. (GiveMeSport)
Jan. 2
PSG not chasing CR7: Despite reports to the contrary, Paris Saint-Germain are not working to sign Cristiano Ronaldo from Al-Nassr. No discussions have even taken place between the parties. (Fabrizio Romano)
Man United's savior: Manchester United will make an effort to sign Viktor Gyokeres this month. They think the Swede can save their dismal season, but he'll cost at least £80 million. (Daily Mirror)
Arsenal set limit for Rashford: Arsenal, seeking attacking reinforcements after Bukayo Saka's injury, have considered a move for Marcus Rashford but aren't willing to pay more than £25 million for him. (Football Transfers)
Vlahovic rumors heat up: Another name on Arsenal's radar is Dusan Vlahovic, who's long been linked with the Gunners. The Serbian striker, 24, is Juventus' top scorer this season. (Rudy Galetti)
Barca get a boost: Barcelona are interested in signing Liverpool winger Luis Diaz. The Colombian is under contract at Anfield until 2027 but is growing uneasy because talks over an improved deal haven't started. (Sport)
Malen on the move: Aston Villa have offered Borussia Dortmund around €18 million plus add-ons to sign forward Donyell Malen. That doesn't meet BVB's valuation, but negotiations are ongoing. (David Ornstein)
Financial impact of relegation: If the unthinkable happens and Manchester United actually get relegated from the Premier League this season, Adidas could terminate their £900-million kit deal with the club. (The Telegraph)
Jan. 1
Guler on Arsenal's radar: Arsenal have an eight-player shortlist of potential impact signings. In addition to various strikers and wide forwards, Real Madrid playmaker Arda Guler, 19, is also being monitored. (Daily Mail)
Real Madrid undeterred: Liverpool rebuffed their effort to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold, but Real Madrid are confident they'll land him for free this summer. Talks with the player's camp will start this month. (Fabrizio Romano)
Coffers are empty: Manchester United have no money to spend in the January window. They'll only be able to bolster the squad if they sell players first so they can comply with financial rules. (Manchester Evening News)
Someone rescue Zirkzee: Juventus and Napoli are keen on bringing Joshua Zirkzee back to Serie A. The Dutch forward, a breakout star last season at Bologna, has struggled since moving to Manchester United. (Daily Mail)
Nunez on the block: Liverpool are open to selling Uruguayan forward Darwin Nunez if a suitable offer arrives. The 25-year-old has just two Premier League goals this season. (TEAMtalk)
Barca's backup plan: If Barcelona fail to register Dani Olmo, they'll make a move for Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku in January as they try to chase down the Madrid clubs at the top of La Liga. (Caught Offside)
Bayern looking ahead: Bayern Munich are already making plans to sign a long-term successor to Manuel Neuer in the summer. Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, 22, is on the club's shortlist. (BILD)
Talks on for Skriniar: Galatasaray have already discussed a potential loan deal with PSG for defender Milan Skriniar. The veteran center-back has multiple suitors and hasn't yet decided on his next move. (Fabrizio Romano)
Dec. 31
Eyes on Olmo's situation: If Barcelona can't register Dani Olmo for the second half of the season, Manchester United and Manchester City will make a move for the Spanish playmaker. (Mundo Deportivo)
Madrid's plan for TAA: Real Madrid want to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold in January but know they'll likely need to wait until he becomes a free agent this summer, with Liverpool unwilling to sanction a midseason deal. (Marca)
Grealish attracting interest: Tottenham and Newcastle are monitoring Jack Grealish's situation at Manchester City. The Englishman hasn't scored a Premier League goal this season and has one assist. (Daily Mail)
Casemiro ready to leave: Having failed to convince Ruben Amorim that he deserves a starting spot, veteran midfielder Casemiro is keen to leave Manchester United. Al-Nassr could be an option for the Brazilian. (UOL)
Chelsea want more firepower: To provide internal competition for Nicolas Jackson, Chelsea could make a move for Ipswich Town's Liam Delap or Brighton striker Evan Ferguson. (talkSPORT)
Wood has suitors in Italy: AC Milan and Napoli are keeping tabs on Chris Wood. The Nottingham Forest striker is on pace to have the best top-flight scoring season of his career at age 33. (Football Insider)
Blockbuster trade in MLS: The Seattle Sounders struck a deal to acquire forward Jesus Ferreira from FC Dallas in exchange for $2 million in GAM, an international roster spot, and winger Leo Chu. (Tom Bogert)
Dec. 30
Liverpool's contingency plan: Should Trent Alexander-Arnold depart for Real Madrid either in January or in the summer, Liverpool will make a move for Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong. (TEAMtalk)
Battle for Kolo Muani: Chelsea and Manchester United are set to compete for the signing of French international forward Randal Kolo Muani, who's expected to leave Paris Saint-Germain in January. (Foot Mercato)
Danilo on the market: Juventus club captain Danilo has been excluded from the squad for the upcoming Italian Super Cup and informed he'll be moved in January. (Fabrizio Romano)
EPL clubs eye Uzbek defender: Manchester City, Tottenham, Newcastle, Leicester, and Wolves are all interested in signing Lens center-back Abdukodir Khusanov, who his club values at £25 million. (Chronicle)
Luiz Henrique back to Europe: Fiorentina submitted an opening bid for Luiz Henrique, the Brazilian winger who was named MVP of the 2024 Copa Libertadores after leading Botafogo to the title. (Fabrizio Romano)
Competition for Raya: Arsenal are interested in signing Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia. However, the Spanish club won't budge in its valuation and accept anything less than his £25-million release clause. (Daily Mirror)
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