Clubs across Europe are entering the final 10 days of the January transfer window as they look to make final additions before the business end of the season.
Tottenham have produced perhaps the shock of the window so far after it emerged that they were plotting a move for Liverpool stalwart Andy Robertson, whose contract is up at the end of the season. The Scotland captain has been at Anfield since 2017 and has won everything there is to win, but has lost his starting spot this term following the arrival of Milos Kerkez.
Across London, Chelsea are expected to be busy in the final days of the window, with the Blues reportedly targeting a loan move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Douglas Luiz alongside trying to seal a deal for promising French defender Jeremy Jacquet.
However, Liverpool may also have entered the race for Jacquet, with the Reds tracking several centre-back targets, including Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven as well as Alessandro Bastoni of Inter Milan and Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck.
And while Manchester City appear to have completed their January business after the arrivals of Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi, their city neighbours are said to be tracking several midfield targets, with Ruben Loftus-Cheek among those linked after the news that Casemiro will be leaving at the end of the season.
Elsewhere, Premier League leaders Arsenal seem to be happy with their business this month, with Mikel Arteta’s side not expected to make any additions after Ethan Nwaneri completed his loan move to Marseille.
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- Chelsea targeting Douglas Luiz on loan
- Liverpool eyeing move for Chelsea target Jacquet
- Man Utd targeting midfielders as Casemiro announces exit
- Mateta plots move away from Palace
- Spurs working on move to sign Andy Robertson
Slot appears to rule out transfers
12:18 , Chris WilsonArne Slot spoke in his pre-match conference today ahead of the match against Bournemouth, and here’s what he had to say about the club making any potential signings:
“I expect there to be no movement. But if there's an opportunity in the market and we think we can strengthen the squad this club will always try to do so. But at this moment in time, no.”
Cole Palmer wants return to Manchester?
12:08 , Chris WilsonCole Palmer is rumoured to want to return to Manchester but not in a move back to Man City.
The Express report that the Chelsea playmaker is willing to move to Manchester United in the hopes of returning to his home city.
Palmer moved from City to Chelsea in 2023 for £42.5m but has had his season curtailed by injuries this year.
His contract at Stamford Bridge runs until 2033 so there is no reason for Chelsea to sell him unless a big offer is made.
Ruben Neves pursuit hots up
11:54 , Chris WilsonRuben Neves appears a target for just about every club in Europe with the former Wolves midfielder looking for a move away from Al Hilal. Manchester United have been most strongly mentioned of late, but Spanish outlet AS are reporting that Real Madrid are considering an offer, too.
Viktor Gyokeres, Benjamin Sesko and why big-money strikers are struggling
11:40 , Chris WilsonEarlier in 2025, Manchester United were stunned when they were told a deal for Benjamin Sesko might be on. That was because they were one of many clubs that fully expected the Slovenian to go to Arsenal. That had been the word for over a year.
It is instead Viktor Gyokeres who occupies the Arsenal striker position. Or, at least, he has occupied it. Gyokeres’ superb goal against Inter Milan couldn’t have been more timely, since Gabriel Jesus scored twice to bolster the debate that the Brazilian should be Mikel Arteta’s starting No 9.
The fact that Sesko had been the alternative, however, is no longer part of that debate. The younger forward has endured similar struggles.
Viktor Gyokeres, Benjamin Sesko and why big-money strikers are struggling
Spurs working on move to sign Andy Robertson
11:29 , Chris WilsonTottenham are working on a surprise move to sign Liverpool full-back Andy Robertson, reports David Ornstein.
Spurs were reportedly hoping to contend for the 31-year-old’s signature this summer – when his contract at Anfield runs out – but have brought those plans forward.
The deal is not done but Ornstein reports that “talks between all parties [are] advancing in bid to reach agreement”.
Sean Dyche: Nottingham Forest ‘working’ on signing a new striker
11:19 , Chris WilsonNottingham Forest boss Sean Dyche says the club are “working” on bringing a new striker in.
Forest were without a recognised frontman as they slumped to a damaging 1-0 defeat in the Europa League at Portuguese club Braga, which all-but condemns them to the play-off round next month.
They are trying to bring in Italy forward Lorenzo Lucca, who has been on loan at Napoli from Udinese.
Dyche told TNT Sports: “We’re certainly working on it. The club know, they’re aware. They can see the situation. So yeah, we’re certainly working on it. We’ll see.”
Sean Dyche: Nottingham Forest ‘working’ on signing a new striker
Fulham want Bobb
11:08 , Chris WilsonFulham remain in talks over the signing of Manchester City’s Oscar Bobb, according to Sky.
The club have not made a formal bid but negotiations are believed to be progressing, with Bobb also a target for other clubs across Europe.
Howe admits Newcastle limited on signings
10:58 , Chris WilsonNewcastle manager Eddie Howe has admitted that the Mgpies are limited with what they can do in this transfer window.
The club have not added to their squad this month despite their injury problems, though they are competing on three fronts with the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
However, Howe said the he is “not panicking”, adding: “The worst thing you can do in the transfer market is panic. We have our strategy.
"PSR is controlling what we're able to do. That gives us limited room to manoeuvre to try and bring a player in that can elevate the squad and have a long-term future at the football club with the finances we have available.
"Let's see what happens in the last few days. But anything that can happen. Certainly, we will try not to panic,” he added.
Jones to Spurs in sensational swap?
10:51 , Chris WilsonLiverpool midfielder Curtis Jones has been attracting interest from Tottenham, according to The Times.
The Englishman has become an increasingly important cog to Arne Slot’s side this season but Spurs are said to be keen on luring him away, having already signed Conor Gallagher to reinforce options in the centre of the park this month.
It comes amid reported interest from Liverpool in Spurs centre-back Micky van de Ven. Could a sensational swap deal be on the cards with the Liverpool midfielder moving one way and the Tottenham defender the other?
It is unlikely but crazier things have happened in the January transfer window.
Arsenal looked at Alvarez signing
10:44 , Chris WilsonArsenal considered making a move for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez last summer, reports David Ornstein.
While the Gunners ended up signing Viktor Gyokeres in that position in a deal worth £55m, the club did consider the former City man as they were conducting their search for a new number nine.
“Arsenal were considering Julian Alvarez this summer. His name came up. You could see that sort of player coming into Arsenal.
“If there’s going to be outward manoeuvring, then there is definitely scope for an arrival [in attacking positions],” added Ornstein on the Sky Sports Transfer Show.
The transfer miscalculation that saw Liverpool lose Marc Guehi to Man City
10:37 , Chris WilsonNothing, it seemed, became Marc Guehi quite like his leaving. On the last day of August, he scored a stunning goal against Aston Villa. This, it seemed, was his parting gift to Crystal Palace. He was off to Liverpool.
Except he wasn’t. Four and a half months on, some 27 appearances later, with a different destination and a fee that is £15m less, his departure has caused ructions at Palace and may bring regret at Liverpool. Oliver Glasner’s evident unhappiness at the loss of his captain threatens to bring his reign to a premature end.
The transfer miscalculation that saw Liverpool lose Marc Guehi to Man City
Ethan Nwaneri set for Marseille move
10:30 , Chris WilsonConfirmation should come today of Ethan Nwaneri’s loan move to Marseille. Arsenal have been prepared to part with the teenager, who has been short of playing time in a competitive fight for places in Mikel Arteta’s forward line.
Casemiro reveals why he is leaving Man United
10:23 , Chris WilsonCasemiro has announced he will leave Manchester United in the summer after the club decided not to renew his contract.
United will lose the £63m signing on a free transfer but believe the money saved from paying his sizeable wages can be reinvested into the squad.
The Brazil captain decided to reveal the news now to help him prepare for next season and to prevent speculation he would get a new deal at Old Trafford.
Liverpool set sights on Guehi alternative
10:16 , Chris WilsonAfter missing out on Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi, Liverpool have switched their focus to other centre-back targets.
The most recent rumour links them to well-known Chelsea target Jeremy Jacquet, who plays for Rennes. The French club reportedly want around £60m for the youngster, and Chelsea have already entered talks over a move.
Elsewhere, Teamtalk are reporting that Arne Slot now wants Inter Milan's Alessandro Bastoni as an alternative at centre-back and the Italian international would be open to leaving the San Siro. Liverpool were reportedly plotting an £87m move towards the back end of the year.
There are also reports that Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck is being considered, while in a more audacious move, the Reds are said to hold a legitimate interest in Tottenham Hotspur star Micky van de Ven, with Real Madrid also thought to be keen.
The true value of Marc Guehi and why Man City acted now
10:08 , Chris WilsonWhen Manchester City finally moved for Marc Guehi, Pep Guardiola’s staff put together a data-led pitch showing exactly how the 25-year-old would fit into the team and even move in certain areas. It had to be good to beat Bayern Munich’s highly persuasive pitch, spearheaded by a great former City centre-half Vincent Kompany.
City made clear that Guehi was being signed to “win now”. Guardiola wanted a prime defender to take his team up a level, and “make sure” they give themselves the best chance of properly challenging this season. Injury to Josko Gvardiol sharpened the plans.
Chelsea want Douglas Luiz on loan
09:59 , Chris WilsonChelsea are considering hijacking Nottingham Forest’s loan move for Douglas Luiz, with the Blues hoping to take the Brazilian on loan themselves until the end of the season.
Luiz has played just 13 times for Forest since joining last summer, but Chelsea could decide to add the 27-year-old to their squad due to the frequent absences of Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo and even Cole Palmer.
Loftus-Cheek linked with Premier League return
09:52 , Chris WilsonRuben Loftus-Cheek has emerged as a target for Aston Villa this month, according to The Telegraph.
Their interest in the midfielder comes amid an expectation that Boubacar Kamara will be out for the season.
However, they may face competition from Manchester United for the AC Milan man, with talkSPORT reporting that the Red Devils have been offered the chance to sign him on loan.
Mateta joins Abraham on Villa watchlist
09:45 , Chris WilsonAston Villa have expressed an interest in Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to The Athletic.
In return, Palace are reportedly weighing up a move for Villa forward Evann Guessand, who joined the Villans last summer in a £28m move.
Sky Sports have also reported Villa are stepping up their interest in signing Tammy Abraham, who is on loan at Besiktas from Roma.
Good morning
09:37 , Chris WilsonHello and welcome to The Independent’s transfer news blog, bringing you all the latest transfer rumours and news from the January window.
