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Arne Slot explains Trent Alexander-Arnold talks amid Real Madrid transfer interest

Clubs across the continent are in the market for January transfer deals as they look to strengthen their squads for the second half of the 2024/25 season with titles, European football and survival all on the line.

Arsenal are rumoured to be looking for new forwards after cup defeats to Manchester United and Newcastle. Mikel Arteta’s side have been linked with a goalscorer and have reportedly turned their sights on Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic after moving on from interest in Alexander Isak. Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo was also linked after the injury to Bukayo Saka.

The window could see some big exits confirmed with Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold open to negotiate a possible free transfer to Real Madrid and Manchester United looking to sell Marcus Rashford - with a new ambitious swap for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia reportedly on their radar. Kyle Walker could be on his way out of the club, though, after informing Pep Guardiola of a desire to explore options away from the club and Milan and Inter are battling for the right back.

Elsewhere, Chelsea have opened talks with Bayern Munich winger Mathys Tel, in a move that could see striker Christopher Nkunku head the other way and return to the Bundesliga after a difficult time at Stamford Bridge. Follow all the latest news, rumours and deals below:

Liverpool reject offer for Darwin Nunez

Liverpool have reportedly turned down an offer for Darwin Nunez, according to Anfield Watch.

Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal apparently sent in a verbal offer in the region of £70m which was turned down as the Reds want a higher price for their forward.

That price is thought to be closer to the £85m mark but the club are said to be open to compromise and may settle for a bid closer to £75m.

Chief executive, Michael Edwards, is also said to be handling negotiations for here on in.

This update is firmly in the rumour category as it feels unlikely that Liverpool let any of their players go in this window when the opportunity for a quadruple is still open.

Mike Jones14 January 2025 09:24

Napoli step up Alejandro Garnacho interest

Napoli are interested in Alejandro Garnacho but Manchester United are said to value the winger at £42m.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been linked with an exit from Napoli this month and Antonio Conte’s side are looking to bring in a replacement.

Garnacho started United’s FA Cup win at Arsenal on Sunday but Ruben Amorim’s side may have to sell this month due to PSR.

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Jamie Braidwood14 January 2025 08:50

Aston Villa agree Donyell Malen deal

Aston Villa are set to bring in attacking reinforcements with a £19m move for Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen agreed.

The Dutch international is set to cost £19m deal, with Unai Emery looking to add options ahead of the return of the Champions League.

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Jamie Braidwood14 January 2025 08:30

Nunez up for sale?

Put this rumour down as questionable.

Football Insider are saying that Liverpool are willing to sell Darwin Nunez if their valuation for the Uruguayan is met.

The club apparently want between £50m-£60m for the striker in order to green light any potential move.

Nunez has been linked with a switch to Newcastle in recent weeks but that figure would seemingly be a high one for the Magpies who are wary of breaching PSR.

The more likely option is that the Reds hold on to Nunez in case the club cannot come to an agreement with Mo Salah over a contract extension.

Expect no movement in January but maybe one to watch out for in the summer when more details are known.

Mike Jones14 January 2025 08:00

Chelsea move for Bayern star Mathys Tel

Chelsea have contacted Bayern Munich over a move for winger Mathys Tel, according to multiple reports. The 19-year-old French youth international had a breakout season last year.

The move could depend on Christopher Nkunku heading in the other direction. The France international has struggled since moving to Stamford Bridge and is looking to return to the Bundesliga, where he was named player of the season during his final campaign with RB Leipzig.

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Jamie Braidwood14 January 2025 07:53