Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Arsenal ready to trigger Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi's €60 million release clause

Posted Thursday, January 11, 2024 by Goal.com

Bayern won't sign Fulham star in January

Bayern Munich have decided not to sign Fulham midfielder Palhinha in the January transfer window, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg.

One of the reasons why Bayern have opted against signing the midfielder is his high transfer value, which is €50m. The Bundesliga giants are currently focused on signing a central defender and are eyeing a move for Spurs' Eric Dier.

Philadelphia Union set to re-sign Kai Wagner

MLS side Philadelphia Union are all set to re-sign German left-back Kai Wagner, according to The Athletic.

Wagner left the club at the end of the MLS 2023 season after his contract expired. But now the club have reportedly initiated talks with the club and will offer him a new deal soon. Clubs like Red Star Belgrade and AEK Athens are also interested in signing the player.

Dragusin set to compete Tottenham move

Tottenham Hotspur are all set to complete the signing of Radu Dragusin from Genoa after the player underwent medical tests on Wednesday, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The defender is set to receive a salary of €3m per season while the Premier League club will pay a sum of €25m plus €5m in add-ons to the Serie A side.

Chelsea youngster Runham signs first professional contract

Chelsea academy graduate Frankie Runham has signed his first professional contract with the Blues, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

The attacking midfielder has spent 10 years in the club's youth system and will join the senior side. He is considered to be one of the top talents at the club.

Arsenal ready to trigger Zubimendi's release clause

Mundo Deportivo reports that Premier League giants Arsenal are ready to pay the €60 million release clause of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi to sign him in the January transfer window.

While the Gunners are keen on getting the player as early as possible, the midfielder reportedly is not interested in leaving the Spanish club at the moment.

LA Galaxy wonderkid set to join CFG

18-year-old LA Galaxy midfielder Alex Alcala is all set to join City Football Group, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

CFG had a pre-agreement with the MLS side which they have now exercised and will sign the player on a long-term deal.

Sevilla closing in on signing Man Utd star on loan

Sevilla are all set to beat Everton in the race to sign Manchester United's Hannibal Mejbri on loan for the rest of the season, according to The Athletic.

Newcastle eyeing move for Solanke

Newcastle United have reportedly initiated talks with Bournemouth to sign their star forward Dominic Solanke, according to The Telegraph.

The forward is enjoying a rich vein of form in the ongoing season having scored 13 goals in 22 appearances for the Cherries. Eddie Howe, who is known to be an admirer of the player, wants to sign him in the January transfer window to bolster his attack.

Wrexham enter race to sign Cliftonville striker

In a bid to strengthen in attack, Wrexham have entered the transfer race to sign Cliftonville forward Ronan Hale in the upcoming January transfer window, according to Football Insider.

Arsenal eyeing move for Newcastle star

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Newcastle United's star striker Alexander Isak, according to Football Transfers.

While the Gunners may not consider signing him in the ongoing January transfer window, they could go after the player in the summer. Both manager Mikel Arteta and technical director Edu are keeping an eye on the forward's situation.

Martial refusing to leave Man Utd as he snubs Fenerbahce & Saudi

Anthony Martial is refusing to leave Manchester United this month, despite interest from across Europe and Saudi Arabia, according to The Athletic.

Sancho to seal BVB loan - but Man Utd won't include buy option

Jadon Sancho is finally set to complete his €4 million loan transfer to Borussia Dortmund from Manchester United - but there will be no buy option, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Man Utd offer Pellstri to Sporting for £69m-rated Hjulmand

Manchester United have reportedly offered Facundo Pellistri in a swap deal for Sporting Lisbon midfielder Morten Hjulmand, according to The Sun.

Bayern drop interest on Palhinha

Bayern Munich has currently dismissed the possibility of pursuing a deal to sign Joao Palhinha from Fulham, according to Sky Sports.

The decision comes in the wake of an injury to Konrad Laimer, prompting Bayern to shift their focus towards acquiring another centre-back and right-back instead. In this context, Eric Dier has emerged as the preferred target at centre-back for Bayern, offering versatility by also being able to play in defensive-midfield positions. While Bayern has had a longstanding interest in Palhinha dating back to the summer, where a potential deal was on the verge of completion, the club is expected to keep monitoring the player, with potential plans for a move in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Meanwhile, Fulham is actively considering a deal for Fluminense star Andre as a replacement, contingent upon Palhinha's departure.