The January transfer window is open and clubs worldwide are attempting to bolster their squads or move unwanted players. Here’s a look at what deals have been confirmed, as well as rumors swirling in the headlines:
Confirmed Transfers
- The 24-year-old attacker moves from Rennes to Marseille in a €19 million move to boost their offensive options.
- Galeno to Al Ahli (Saudi Arabia) The Saudi Pro League went out with a bang as Al Ahli signed Porto’s Brazilian winger Galeno (27).
- Alex Valle to Como: Alex Valle signed on loan for Como from Barcelona, a move apparently influenced by none other than Cesc Fabregas
- Jhon Duran to Al Nassr: The 21-year-old Aston Villa striker has signed a five-year deal to the Saudi side, where he will join Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane.
Speculation and Rumors
- Cesare Casadei to Torino: Chelsea’s in-demand midfielder has agreed terms on a deal to join Torino for €15m, at least, according to Fabrizio Romano.
- Nico Gonzalez to Manchester City: Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez is being monitored to head to City with a €60 million release clause.
- Mathys Tel to Spurs: Tottenham’s chase of Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel (19) faces a stumbling block, with reports claiming that he has turned down a move.
- Ollie Watkins stays put: Unai Emery said Aston Villa’s star forward is “happy” to stay at the club after interest from Arsenal.
- Marcus Rashford to Aston Villa? Talks have apparently started between Villa and Manchester United about a possible move for Rashford (27).
- Kaoru Mitoma bid rejected; Brighton rejected a bid of €90 million from Al Nassr for their star winger.
Other Notable Developments
- AC Milan are set to sign Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez (23).
- Teenage sensation Sverre Nypan (18) will remain in Norway despite European interest in Rosenborg.
And with only hours left in the transfer window, there could be more to come. Stay tuned!
