Transfer news LIVE: Man United to complete Bruno Fernandes deal and enquire about Barcelona's Ivan Rakitic plus latest rumours and gossip
Follow the latest live updates from transfer deadline day as the January window builds towards a busy crescendo, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and a host of other clubs all expected to do late business in their final chance to improve their squads. Manchester United set the tone on Thursday by completing the big-money deal for midfielder Bruno Fernandes in a deal that could reach as much as £67.8m, but that could just be the start of a top-six flurry ahead of tonight’s 11pm deadline.
United are understood to have seen a bid for Bournemouth striker Josh King rejected this morning, but could yet return for the Norway international given Marcus Rashford's injury-enforced spell on the sidelines. Arsenal are expected to make their second signing of the month after Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl confirmed that right-back Cedric Soares is on his way out of the club, with the Gunners looking to complete a loan move until the end of the season with a view to a permanent deal. It is unlikely to be the only business in London today, with Chelsea determined to land a new striker that could also see one of their own make a switch to fierce rivals Spurs. Napoli’s Dries Merthens is being strongly linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, and if Frank Lampard can bring in the Belgian, the expectation is that out-of-favour Olivier Giroud will be on his way out of the club. However, he may not have to move far as the French striker is keen on a move to Tottenham, who need injury cover for Harry Kane, while Newcastle boss Steve Bruce has also confirmed they have had an offer for the former Arsenal man rejected. Spurs are also interested in Willian Jose of Real Sociedad, who could yet head to the Premier League.
United have ruled out a move for Willian Jose, meaning the Brazilian will not be heading to Old Trafford in their desperate search for a striker, but there are expected to be plenty of moves elsewhere. One of the fiercest transfer battles is set to be over Hull City forward Jarrod Bowen, who despite having a deal in place to join Crystal Palace yesterday now appears to be on his way to West Ham for a medical. The one certainty appears to be that neither Liverpool nor Manchester City will be active in any capacity, but then again on deadline day you never know what’s around the corner. Follow the live updates below.
RB Leipzig have signed Angelino from Manchester City on loan for the rest of the season. The full-back had a positive brief stint with PSV before returning to City, and now goes to Bundesliga in hope of getting regular game time.
Clinton Mola has officially joined Stuttgart. The teenager leaves Chelsea and signs a contract until June 2024.
Sporting director Sven Mislintat said: “We’re very happy and proud that Clinton, with his potential and quality, has decided to sign for us. For a current second-division side to win the race for such a hot property in the transfer market mustn’t be taken for granted. We believe Clinton will settle quickly in Germany and will help us meet our short- and medium-term objectives.”
Reports out of Italy suggest that Wigan have tried to change the terms of the deal for Robinson and, as a result, it seems in serious doubt. He was in Milan HQ for his medical, but has now departed.
Complications in Milan. Wigan's Antonee Robinson has been having his medical there, but Diego Laxalt has now been recalled from his loan at Torino amid suggestions that there may be an issue over Robinson's move.
Looks like King to United is 100 per cent no-go...and the Athletic's David Ornstein says the Red Devils are now considering Odion Ighalo as a loan target instead.
A little more insight into Spurs' big January deal - it seems that Bergwijn gave up his fee due for the move to ensure he could seal the transfer. Still, PSV weren't overly happy with his conduct.
Two outgoing youngsters at Chelsea. Clinton Mola has gone to Stuttgart, while Jacob Maddox seems set for Southampton on a loan until the end of the season, when he'll join permanently.
Southampton look set to offload Maya Yoshida, with Fabrizio Romano claiming an agreement with Sampdoria is close. The centre-back hasn't played much this term and is out of contract in the summer.
Reports from several outlets are suggesting the Jarrod Bowens to West Ham deal is hanging in the balance over personal terms. Requests of a £60k-a-week contract have not been well-received by the Hammers, it seems.
Newcastle might be short of bodies, but apparently not so short that they can't do without Ki Sung-yueng. The midfielder has been granted a free transfer and is thus able to join a club after today if necessary.
Remember Keisuke Honda? He of the tremendous free-kicks (once in a while) and frequent rumours of joining Man United (for a bit)?
Well, he's been on a bit of a world tour of late, with Pachuca in Mexico and Melbourne Victory in Australia - and even a part-time role as manager of Cambodia. Now he has signed for Botafogo in Brazil.
Sheffield United update: Panagiotis Retsos has passed his medical with the club and should shortly be confirmed as the second signing of the day.
And a busy few hours ahead for Brighton: Serhou Guirassy is still on the cards, with a loan to buy deal. Tariq Lamptey has been having a medical for his move from Chelsea. And Dutch forward Jurgen Locadia may be heading to MLS outfit Cincinatti.
Krzysztof Piatek has snubbed the Premier League for the Bundesliga, with Hertha Berlin sealing the forward’s signature ahead of Spurs and Chelsea due to their offer being for the permanent transfer, rather than a loan. The Polish forward’s struggles this season saw the Rossoneri snap up Zlatan Ibrahimovic to drive their second half of the season.
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