Transfer talk: Julian Alvarez, Morgan Rogers and Rafael Leao
The January transfer window is showing little sign of slowing down even with Deadline Day fast approaching as the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool are scrambling to get deals over the line. The Gunners are yet to add to their squad this month but continue to be linked with moves for Julian Alvarez, Victor Valdepenas and Rafael Belinho.
Chelsea have officially bid farewell to Raheem Sterling after reaching an agreement to terminate the winger's contract and free up some space on the wage bill, meaning the Blues have room to manoeuvre amid interest in Jeremy Jacquet and Mohamed Kader Meite. Meanwhile, another loanee has been recalled with Kendry Paez returning from Strasbourg but is being lined up to join River Plate for the remainder of the season.
Man Utd are being linked with AC Milan winger Rafael Leao, Liverpool are said to be big admirers of Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers and Tottenham are reportedly eyeing a shock move for want-away Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta if Randal Kolo Muani moves back to Juventus. Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!
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Zirkzee to Juventus on loan
More on Juventus' striker search as Gazzetta dello Sport claim Joshua Zirkzee is also an option for the Old Lady.
In a boost for the Serie A giants, the report states that Manchester United now open to the Dutchman leaving on loan.
Zirkzee shone in Italy during his time with Bologna but has not quite settled in England since his move in July 2024.
Tottenham eye shock Mateta swoop
Now, here's a surprising rumour and one that involves many parties.
If Randal Kolo Muani was to end his loan spell at Tottenham and join Juventus, Spurs could look to replace him with Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta should he get his wish to leave the club in this window.
That is according to the Mail who claim Tottenham would face competition from Nottingham Forest, Juve and AC Milan for the Frenchman's signature.
This one could rumble on for days.
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Juventus step up Kolo Muani pursuit
Juventus are stepping up their efforts to sign Randal Kolo Muani, who is on loan at Tottenham from Paris Saint-Germain.
The Frenchman spent the second half of last season on loan with the Italian giants, netting ten goals in 22 appearances across all competitions.
As per the Mail, Juventus are said to be desperate for more firepower up front with Dusan Vlahovic is injured until March and have made Kolo Muani a top target
Man United are on alert amid reports that AC Milan are open to cashing in on Rafael Leao this summer.
According to the Daily Mail, United are looking to strengthen on the left wing and the Portugal international has been cited as a potential option with a price tag of around £70million.
Liverpool target Rogers
Aston Villa attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers is the subject of interest from Liverpool.
This has been revealed by journalist Ben Jacobs to GiveMeSport, citing the England international is “the type of profile some within Liverpool appreciate”.
Any potential move, though, is likely to wait until the summer window.
Saudi plot huge Dembele move
The Saudi Pro League is planning a huge swoop to try and land Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele, Sky Sports reports.
The current Ballon d’Or winner will play for his country at the World Cup this summer, but could then be lured by the PIF-backed sides to move to the Middle East.
Dembele’s representatives insist that he will not have his head turned this season.
Man Utd consider Maguire renewal
Manchester United have not held talks with Harry Maguire over a new contract yet, The Athetlic reports.
The England defender is out of contract at Old Trafford in the summer, with teams in Italy and Turkey rumoured to have been in contact with his agent over a potential move.
Juve step up Kolo Muani pursuit as Spurs replacement option emerges
Juventus are stepping up their attempts to re-sign Randal Kolo Muani, the Daily Mail report.
The French striker, currently on loan at Tottenham from Paris Saint-Germain, spent the second half of last season on loan at Juve.
Now, the Serie A side want him back, and Spurs could potentially replace him with Crystal Palace’s wantaway forward Jean Philippe-Mateta, who was the subject of a £35million bid from Nottingham Forest earlier in the week.
Chelsea sending Kendry Paez to River Plate
Chelsea are reportedly set to loan Kendry Paez to River Plate.
The Ecuador starlet, 18, is being recalled early from his season-long loan spell at sister club Strasbourg, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Instead Paez is now heading to Argentina for a medical ahead of a high-profile switch to Estadio Monumental.
Romano says that Strasbourg will now look to develop new signing Gessime Yassine after his recent move from Ligue 2 club USL Dunkerque.