The winter transfer window begins on 1 January, with clubs across the continent eyeing deals as they look to strengthen in the hunt for titles, European football and survival.
As always, there’ll be plenty of eyes on the Premier League as the country’s top sides try and find value in an often difficult market, with Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City all tipped to make signings.
There could be high-profile departures too, with Marcus Rashford reportedly looking for a way out of Manchester United while Trent Alexander-Arnold is free to negotiate with other clubs with just six months remaining on his current Liverpool deal.
And across the rest of the league, teams will juggle PSR regulations and tight budgets as they look to find cut-price deals to help their bids for a successful end to the 2024/25 season.
Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and deals below:
January transfer window – live updates
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The winter transfer window begins on 1 January and finishes at the end of the month
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Teams including Manchester City and Arsenal are being linked with big moves to bolster their squads
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Rashford, Zubimendi and six more players who could be on the move this January
Everton’s £16m defender could be heading out on loan
13:25 , Karl Matchett
Jake O’Brien only joined Everton in the summer but already he’s tipped with a move away from Goodison Park.
The Telegraph report that several clubs overseas are looking at him for a possible January loan switch, after he impressed in Ligue 1 with Lyon last term.
A £16.4m addition, Sean Dyche has only started him in the Carabao Cup so far, with a couple of sub appearances in the league to his name. Ligue 1, Serie A and Bundesliga sides have registered early interest.
Big obstacle in path of Saudi clubs wanting Rashford
13:10 , Karl Matchett
Marcus Rashford has been briefly and spuriously linked with moves to the Saudi Pro League in January after admitting he might have to move on, while Ruben Amorim doesn’t seem keen to play him either.
But all 18 SPL sides have to offload overseas players before they attempt to sign him, the league has confirmed. Every single side has maxed out their quota of foreign players registered and must sell or deregister those they own before moving for new faces.
Al-Qadsiah are one of the clubs mentioned as being keen on signing Rashford but there has been no indication from the forward that he might move to Saudi specifically.
Newcastle target Milan defender
12:55 , Karl Matchett
Newcastle could move for AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori in January, according to Caught Offside.
The 27-year-old could return to the Premier League after a spell in Serie A since leaving Chelsea.
The Magpies pursued Marc Guehi last summer but Tomori could emerge as a more affordable option.
Kyle Walker considering Man City departure in January
12:40 , Karl Matchett
Slightly tenuous but the Mirror are running a story which credits a Mail Online wrap of Man City’s situation, which suggests Kyle Walker may depart the club in January.
Nothing concrete appears in either version of the assessment, but the right-back is “assessing his options moving forward” after falling from favour and form this term.
A return to Sheffield United and interest from AC Milan are the only clubs mentioned.
Aston Villa want Dortmund forward Malen
12:25 , Karl Matchett
A £25m bid for Donyell Malen could be in the offing from Aston Villa, with Unai Emery keen for attacking reinforcements.
Mail Online say Villa have “rekindled interest” in a player they previously targeted and like his versatility as much as his attacking prowess, while Malen is friends with left-back Ian Maatsen after they played together at Borussia Dortmund and the Dutch national team.
Malen might be up for grabs due to having 18 months left on his deal, with “up to three additions” possible in January, says the report.
Grealish being considered by Newcastle and Spurs
12:11 , Karl Matchett
The Daily Mail are claiming that at least two Premier League clubs are looking at Jack Grealish and weighing up whether there’d be a chance to prise him out of Manchester City.
Both Tottenham and Newcastle are “monitoring” the England winger, according to the report, with City likely to spend in January to arrest their slide and Grealish’s place in the team unsecure.
It’s worth noting that both those sides have Son Heung Min – the team captain – and Anthony Gordon – one of the Magpies’ highest-rated players – in that left-sided role which is Grealish’s usual spot at City.
Kerkez signs with new agency amid rumours
11:50 , Karl Matchett
Man United are “monitoring” Milos Kerkez, Bournemouth’s left-back, says football transfer tweeter Fabrizio Romano. The defender is joining a new agency as of the turn of the year.
“Milos Kerkez has signed with Fali Ramadani’s Lian Sports as new agency from 2025. He’s definitely one to watch, with Man United among top clubs monitoring his progress as reported,” he wrote on X.
Man United want Barcelona defender Christensen
11:35 , Karl Matchett
Manchester United might want a few new players, but one they are targetting for January is Andreas Christensen.
The Barcelona centre-back has had injury issues but was a consistent performer last term, even playing holding midfield in LaLiga.
Juventus are also reported to be keen, with Mundo Deportivo saying the two want him on loan.
Former Premier League star Willian leaving Olympiacos
11:20 , Karl Matchett
A quick note that a familiar Premier League face is off: Willian, formerly of Chelsea, Arsenal and Fulham, is leaving his club in Greece.
“Olympiacos FC wishes all the best to Willian in the next steps of his massive career. He will always have a family in Piraeus,” a statement read.
The 36-year-old hadn’t been there long but is now off for a new venture. A fourth team in England?
Man Utd compete for former Chelsea star ahead of Barcelona exit?
11:10 , Jack Rathborn
Manchester United and Juventus are looking into a move for Barcelona’s Andreas Christensen.
Mundo Deportivo report the Dane could exit the Camp Nou in January, with 18 months left on his deal.
The 28-year-old has missed much of the current campaign due to fitness issues, but negotiations could pick up in the coming weeks to agree a fee substantially below his buyout clause worth €500m.
Bournemouth set to sign defender from DC United
10:50 , Karl Matchett
Bournemouth could have a youthful new face in the squad shortly, with the Telegraph reporting that a fee has been agreed with DC United to bring in teenager Matai Akinmboni.
A medical is still pending before the 18-year-old defender arrives. He previously had a trial with Bayern Munich and is the nephew of Sammy Kuffour, former Ghana international defender who played for that same German club – including in the ‘99 Champions League final – and Roma during his career.
Defender top target for Wolves in January
10:20 , Karl Matchett
And some paper talk now involving the same team: Wolves have made Kevin Danso their top priority, talkSport report. Vito Pereira is an admirer and the Austrian might initially be available on loan with a view to buy, with the latter an obligation if Wolves survive the drop.
The former Augsburg defender previously had a loan spell in England with Southampton. He has 24 caps for his national team and now plays in France for Lens.
Wolves forward Cunha banned for two matches
10:15 , Karl Matchett
Not a transfer rumour, but this could have had a big impact on Wolves’ season and perhaps their January activity too – but Matheus Cunha has been handed just a two-match ban for elbowing a member of Ipswich’s staff, along with an £80,000 fine.
One of the matches will be an FA Cup tie, so Wolves’ league exposure to the ban is minimal.
Leverkusen lead race to sign Manchester City starlet
10:10 , Jack Rathborn
Bayer Leverkusen could capitalise on the uncertainty surrounding Manchester City starlet James McAtee’s future with a move next month.
According to the Mail, the English midfielder could represent an enticing option to eventually replace Florian Wirtz, who has been linked with a host of clubs in recent months, including Real Madrid.
And Leverkusen have been linked with the 22-year-old, alongside Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, Bologna and Fiorentina, while Premier League sides Nottingham Forest, West Ham, Brentford and Crystal Palace could also join the race should City decide to make the £25million-rated England U21 international available.
West Ham ‘discuss January transfer targets’ with under-pressure boss Julen Lopetegui
09:50 , Jack Rathborn
West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui will be given more time to turn the club’s fortunes around.
The Telegraph reports the Hammers will persist with the Spanish coach, despite the club’s poor form this season.
And that could mean new signings at the London Stadium in January.
The club needs to sell to buy, but talks have already taken place with co-owner David Sullivan about possible targets.
Cristiano Ronaldo open to leaving Al-Nassr but one factor points to Saudi stay
09:30 , Jack Rathborn
Cristiano Ronaldo is open to leaving Al-Nassr this summer and the 39-year-old Portugal forward is now free to negotiate with other clubs from 1 January.
Marca report the former Real Madrid, Juventus and Manchester United superstar, stating: “Nobody knows what can happen in the future.”
One factor which could see Ronaldo stay is the report stating that he does not want to leave Saudi Arabia without winning the league, something he has achieved in every country since departing Sporting for Old Trafford in 2003.
Real Madrid to tempt Liverpool with Trent Alexander-Arnold in January?
09:10 , Jack Rathborn
Real Madrid appear ready to push ahead with plans to sign Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, and while the appeal initially was to bring the England international to the Bernabeu on a free transfer next summer, could they accelerate plans to do a deal in January?
Marca claim that while Los Blancos are willing to wait until the summer when Alexander-Arnold’s contract expires, there is an appetite to acquire the player in January too.
That would add immediate cover and a replacement for the injured Dani Carvajal, with Lucas Vazquez the current cover in the role. Yet Liverpool’s position in an increasingly-ominous title race, as they stretch their lead at the top, and an imposing position in the Champions League, could yet ensure the Reds resist the opportunity to salvage some value in their player and accept the unwanted outcome of a free transfer away from Anfield in the summer.
Man Utd and Man City to battle for Dani Olmo after Barcelona lose appeal
08:50 , Jack Rathborn
Barcelona could lose Spain international Dani Olmo for free after failing to register the player once more for the second half of the La Liga campaign.
That has opened the door to a possible move to Man Utd or Man City, according to Mundo Deportivo.
The 26-year-old joined Barca from RB Leipzig in August for a reported 60million euros (£51million), but the Catalan club could only register him for the first half of the season as they struggled to meet LaLiga’s wage restrictions.
With a number of players hit by long-term injuries in the summer, Barcelona were eventually able to reallocate some of their wages in order to get Olmo into the squad, but that registration expires next week.
On Friday, a Spanish court rejected an appeal to extend the arrangement for the rest of the campaign.
Barcelona’s Dani Olmo set to miss rest of season after court rejects appeal to play
Arsenal lead Liverpool in race for Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush?
08:30 , Jack Rathborn
Arsenal and Liverpool could go head-to-head in the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush.
The Gunners may boost their attacking options next month with Bukayo Saka sidelined until March months.
The Egypt international has thrived in the Bundesliga this season, scoring 18 goals and providing 12 assists in just 24 appearances.
The Reds could add to their attacking options by pairing Marmoush with his compatriot Mohamed Salah, but Caught Offside report Mikel Arteta’s side currently lead the race.
Man Utd pushing for PSG star Nuno Mendes?
08:15 , Jack Rathborn
Man Utd could move for Paris Saint-Germain defender Nuno Mendes in the winter transfer window.
Amorim has so far been unable to inspire an uptick in form from the Red Devils, but one position could be immediately upgraded to boost the Portuguese’s system. Left-back appears to be a priority for United, with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia often injured and Diogo Dalot often utilised at right-back.
Speculation has already begun with one report claiming the club has ‘made an offer’ for PSG left-back after ongoing contract talks between the Ligue 1 club and Mendes, with transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano detailing a deal is in the works.
“PSG had a verbal agreement to extend the contract of Mendes and they are insisting on keeping him at the Ligue 1 club, so it’s not going to be an easy deal for them to do,” Fabrizio Romano shared via his Give Me Sport column. “Mendes is one of the most exciting young full-backs in world football, and he could be ideal for Amorim’s system.
“Mendes is a more than capable defender, but he also offers a threat in the final third, making him a perfect fit for the wing-back role under Amorim. Securing his signature certainly won’t be easy, but with his contract expiring in 2026, PSG could be forced into a sale if they are unable to tie him down to a new contract.”
Enzo Maresca on rumoured Chelsea target Liam Delap
08:00 , Jack Rathborn
Enzo Maresca got a closer look at the quality of Liam Delap after Ipswich stunned Chelsea on Monday night.
The Town forward was a nuisance throughout the contest at Portman Road, earning and scoring a penalty before setting up Omari Hutchinson in the 2-0 win, with the Italian coach praising the former Man City starlet beforehand after speculation linking the Blues with a move to bolster their options in attack behind Nicolas Jackson.
“Liam is a fantastic player, and also for his age,” said Maresca. “I think we spent one year together and he scored [about] 22 to 24 goals. He is a very good striker.
“England have many good players, many good strikers [but] he’s working hard off the ball and on the ball, understands the game and can score goals. I think he can be an important player for England.”
Marcus Rashford, Martin Zubimendi and six more players who could be on the move this January
07:52 , Jack Rathborn
The winter transfer window begins on 1 January, with clubs across Europe looking for value in a difficult market this month.
Injury crises, title challenges and relegation battles will force plenty of clubs into the market in early 2025, with plenty of eyes on the Premier League as clubs such as Arsenal and Manchester City look primed to make signings.
Some high-profile players could be leaving England too this winter, with Marcus Rashford and Trent Alexander-Arnold being tipped to negotiate moves away from their clubs.
And across the continent, plenty of Europe’s in-form players are also being linked with moves, from Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi to Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres.
But who are the major players being tipped for moves, and where could they end up?
Rashford, Zubimendi and six other players who could be on the move this January