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The final week of the January transfer window arrives with Premier League clubs making some late additions before the business end of the season.
Chelsea appeared to be accelerating plans to sign Jeremy Jacquet, but a January move for the Rennes centre-back has stalled, leaving Liverpool and Bayern Munich to reportedly join the Blues in negotiations over a summer deal.
Premier League leaders Arsenal are plotting a bid for Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez, after Ethan Nwaneri completed his loan move to Marseille. Alvarez would cost up to £87m and Gary Lineker believes he is not happy with his situation at Atletico and could be in favour of the move.
Tottenham looked poised for a shock swoop after it emerged that they were plotting a deal for Liverpool stalwart Andy Robertson, whose contract is up at the end of the season. After losing his place to Milos Kerkez, the Reds have blocked a premature exit for the 31-year-old citing the need of his services for the remainder of the season. A former Liverpool full-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has struggled at Real Madrid so far, could be a future target for Man City, it has been reported, though any return to the Premier League looks premature with the England international determined to fight for his place.
Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip, rumours and done deals in The Independent’s live blog below
Transfer news - live updates
Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea by mutual consent
Liverpool interested in Upamecano amid stalling Bayern talks
Julian Alvarez 'unhappy' at Atletico as Arsenal learn price
Man Utd draw up four-man shortlist to replace Casemiro
Liverpool join Chelsea in battle to sign French star Jacquet
West Ham give permission for Paqueta medical
Spurs ready to cut short Kolo Muani loan, move for Mateta
8 minutes ago
Spurs eye Palace forward to replace Kolo Muani?
Tottenham Hotspur could make a move for Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta, reports the Mail.
That follows Juventus interest in their 27-year-old loanee Randal Kolo Muani.
That could be cut short, with the Paris Saint-Germain forward moving back to Turin.
Leaving Spurs and Thomas Frank to acquire a replacement in the Eagles striker.
Jack Rathborn29 January 2026 09:41
2 hours ago
Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea after contract terminated early before January deadline day
Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea after a mutual agreement to terminate his contract.
The former England winger has been out of favour for two seasons at Stamford Bridge, leading to a loan move to rivals Arsenal last term.
But without a move last summer, Sterling has not played a minute of first-team football since.
A statement from Chelsea read: "Raheem Sterling has today departed Chelsea Football Club by mutual agreement, bringing to an end three-and-a-half seasons as our player, having signed in the summer of 2022 when he was transferred from Manchester City.”
Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea after contract terminated early
The former England winger has not played since his loan to Arsenal expired at the end of last season
Miguel Delaney29 January 2026 07:00
3 hours ago
Fulham agree Oscar Bobb deal as Manchester City include two key clauses
Fulham have agreed to sign Oscar Bobb from Manchester City for an initial £27m.
As part of the deal, City will also get a 20 percent sell-on clause and matching rights in case they want to bring the Norway international back to the Etihad Stadium.
Bobb is set to join Fulham as a replacement for fellow winger Adama Traore, who has signed for West Ham, and means they have more cover in case Harry Wilson, who is out of contract at the end of the season, leaves Craven Cottage.
Fulham agree Oscar Bobb deal as Manchester City include two key clauses
Bobb is set to complete a move to London for an initial £27m
Chris Wilson29 January 2026 06:30
3 hours ago
Patrick Dorgu out for months as Man United dealt worst case scenario for his injury
Patrick Dorgu is set for up to 10 weeks on the sidelines with a hamstring problem after Manchester United were dealt the worst case scenario for the player’s injury.
Dorgu went down with a thigh problem late into Sunday’s win over Premier League leaders Arsenal, a game in which the Dane starred and scored a spectacular half-volley to give his side the lead after the restart.
Dorgu out for months as Man United dealt worst case scenario for his injury
Dorgu came off injured with a hamstring problem against Arsenal, having scored a stunning half-volley earlier in the game
Chris Wilson29 January 2026 06:00
4 hours ago
Arne Slot expects Andy Robertson to stay at Liverpool after Spurs interest
Arne Slot expects Andy Robertson to stay put at Liverpool this month after preliminary talks with Tottenham were held over a move.
Spurs made a surprise approach for the left-back last week, whose contract at Anfield expires in the summer and who had said he would like more first-team football after losing his place in the side to Milos Kerkez.
Liverpool considered Tottenham’s offer out of respect for Robertson but concluded that, as things stand, they need him at Anfield.
Arne Slot expects Andy Robertson to stay at Liverpool after Spurs interest
Preliminary talks were held with Tottenham over a switch for Robertson but Liverpool are now set to keep their vice-captain
Will Castle29 January 2026 05:00
5 hours ago
Beto's move collapses
Everton striker Beto’s move to Fenerbache has collapsed.
The Portuguese had been earmarked as a replacement for Youssef En-Nesyri, who is in talks with Juventus, and his agent was spotted in Istanbul this week.
Everton demanded a fee of €20m (£17.3m) which has led Fenerbahce to move onto other targets.
Will Castle29 January 2026 04:00
6 hours ago
Harry Kane opens talks to extend Bayern Munich contract
England captain Harry Kane is reportedly in discussions with Bayern Munich regarding a new contract, following a stellar debut season in Germany.
The prolific striker, whose current deal runs until summer 2027, is understood to be negotiating an extension that could see him remain at the Bundesliga champions until 2028 or 2029.
Bayern sporting director Max Eberl confirmed the talks on Monday, stating: "We are talking to Harry."
Harry Kane opens talks to extend Bayern Munich contract
Harry Kane could be set to extend his stay at Bayern Munich, with his current contract set to expire next year
Chris Wilson29 January 2026 03:00
7 hours ago
Napoli renew interest in Jadon Sancho
Napoli have renewed their interest in Jadon Sancho and are weighing up a summer move.
Corriere dello Sport add that the United loanee is one name on a five-strong shortlist.
Real Betis' Abde Ezzalzouli, OGC Nice's Jeremie Boga, Atalanta's Daniel Maldini and Sassuolo's Armand Lauriente are the other names listed.
Will Castle29 January 2026 02:00
8 hours ago
Arsenal must beware the perils of anti-football after succumbing to Man United magic
Arsenal’s first home loss of the season came with a sense of poetic justice. Two outright worldies had proved the difference between another Gunners victory via set-piece debauchery and defeat. Anti-football was beaten by its antithesis: joga bonito.
Mikel Arteta’s side were the architects of their own downfall against a Manchester United side in the midst of a revival. Having dominated the first half an hour and taken a deserved lead, albeit through an own goal, the league leaders capitulated in a seven-minute spell that saw Bryan Mbeumo gifted two gilt-edged chances. He took the second one.
“We gave them the goal,” Arteta, whose side were booed at the half-time whistle, lamented. “Errors are part of football, very unlike us, but we gave them the goal and hope, and that shifted the energy, because from then to half-time we really struggled.”
Arsenal must beware the perils of anti-football after succumbing to Man United magic
Arteta has grown reliant on set plays this season, but thanks to two instances of United individual brilliance, Arsenal’s latest goal from a corner couldn’t come to their rescue
Chris Wilson29 January 2026 01:00
9 hours ago
Cole Palmer 'untouchable' amid Man Utd links
Shock links with Man United emerged around Cole Palmer this week, with the Manchester-born forward reportedly homesick.
But The Telegraph claims Palmer is part of a new group of “untouchables” at Chelsea, along with skipper Reece James and midfielder Moises Caicedo.
Speaking ahead of the clash with Crystal Palace, boss Liam Rosenior was asked about Palmer and said: “I’ve had numerous conversations with Cole and he seems very, very happy to be here. He is very, very happy to be here.
“He’s a huge part of our plans in the long term. He’s an outstanding player. Every player goes through difficult moments in their careers in terms of injury. I don’t think it’s any reflection on his qualities. He’s an outstanding footballer.”
Will Castle29 January 2026 00:00
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