Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith
2 Jan 2026 22:08 GMT
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FootballTransfers runs through the biggest stories from 2 January, including the latest on Arsenal and Liverpool.
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Mikel Arteta
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Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal's plan for the January window.
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Liverpool signing agreed
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Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Liverpool's first signing of 2026.
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Man Utd's failed Semenyo offer
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The Transfers Podcast understands that Antoine Semenyo rejected the chance to join Man Utd this summer following an underwhelming contract offer.
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Carlos Baleba decision
Carlos Baleba
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Man Utd have made a final decision on signing Carlos Baleba for €115m this month.
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Chelsea chase double deal
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Chelsea are chasing a €150m double deal, including Aston Villa superstar Morgan Rogers.
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Kylian Mbappe replacement
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Xabi Alonso wants Real Madrid to sign a replacement for Kylian Mbappe following the Frenchman's injury.
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Celtic complete January signing
Wilfried Nancy
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Celtic have completed their first signing of the January window.
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