The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
Liverpool handed boost in race for €45m-rated Mane successor
The Reds may have been handed a boost in their transfer pursuit for Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby.
The 22-year-old Frenchman is eyeing a summer move to a Champions League club. His most probable destinations are England and Spain. Liverpool had their eye on him last year and could revisit their interest.
Diaby, whose transfer value is rated at €45 million, has been touted as a future Sadio Mane replacement at Anfield. [L’Equipe – in French]
Van de Beek rejects Newcastle loan move
Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek has rejected a loan move to Newcastle.
The 24-year-old Dutchman isn’t keen on a temporary move to St. James’ Park and Manchester United don’t want to lose senior players in the middle of the season. [Telegraph – subscription required]
Chelsea are not in talks for PSG star Layvin Kurzawa
Chelsea have not opened talks with Paris Saint-Germain or representatives for Layvin Kurzawa. Been told there’s nothing serious or advanced as of today. 🔵🇫🇷 #CFC
Kurzawa has chances to join Premier League clubs in January but still no negotiations with Chelsea. pic.twitter.com/1MfVMOT6YS
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 16, 2022
Barcelona to sell Dembele in January?
The Catalan giants have reportedly given up on Ousmane Dembele after prolonged contract talks, opening the door for a January sale.
Getting a transfer fee for the winger will be difficult though, as his contract expires in the summer.
Read the full story here on Ace Football.
Arsenal face competition for Nottingham Forest loan star
Nottingham Forest right-back Djed Spenc has Arsenal, Roma, and Inter Milan interested in a January transfer deal.
The 21-year-old, on loan from Middlesbrough, impressed in Nottingham Forest’s recent 1-0 FA Cup win over Arsenal. He could be available for around £10 million. [Mirror]
Luka Modric confident of new Real Madrid contract
Luka Modrić: “There is nothing, nothing better for me than being a Real Madrid player. I'm not thinking about the renewal now. The club knows what I desire. We will surely reach the agreement soon”. ⚪️🇭🇷 #Modric
…and it’s just matter of time for #Modric2023. pic.twitter.com/Kfc0BXQwK0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 16, 2022
Barcelona star stirs interest from the Premier League
Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has caught the eye of Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea.
The 22-year Uruguayan is out of contract in 2023. He wants a new deal that reflects on his performances at Camp Nou, although Barcelona don’t have the financial muscle to do so at the moment. [Marca]
Will Arsenal include Partey in any Arthur deal?
Juventus reportedly want Thomas Partey as part of any transfer deal with Arsenal for midfielder Arthur Melo.
The Gunners have stepped up their approach for their former Barcelona star recently. However, they’re not prepared part ways with Partey. [Sky Sport Italia via Daily Mail]
Pato signs new one-year deal at Orlando City
Orlando City forward Alexandre Pato has signed a new one-year contract with the MLS Club for the 2022 season.
The 32-year-old Brazilian made only four appearances last term after spending most of the campaign recovering from a knee injury. [Orlando City]
Um novo ano, um novo objetivo!
Depois de um ano de muito aprendizado e superação.
Iremos de novo juntos!
Um ano que Deus começou agindo desde o ano passado.
Vamos @orlandocitysc ! Let’s go Lion!
Familia Duck 🇧🇷 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/bfrQ9yDOXK— PATO (@Pato) January 15, 2022
Manchester United enter transfer talks for Haidara
The Red Devils have entered transfer talks with RB Leipzig for midfielder Amadou Haidara.
The 23-year-old Malian is one of the players that interim manager Ralf Rangnick wishes to bring to Old Trafford. Negotiations are at a preliminary stage, but they are indeed underway. [Jonathan Shrager]