Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd turn down chance to sign Al-Ittihad star Karim Benzema in January over FFP concerns

Posted Thursday, January 25, 2024 by Goal.com

Man Utd won't sign Benzema in January

Manchester United have rejected the chance to sign Al-Ittihad star Karim Benzema in the January transfer window due to his high wage demands, according to The Sun.

Despite losing Anthony Martial to an injury for the rest of the season, the Red Devils won't consider signing the former Real Madrid star who is desperate to leave the Saudi Pro League and return to Europe.

Chelsea and West Ham to sign for Leverkusen star

Chelsea and West Ham are all set to compete to secure the signature of Bayer Leverkusen's star forward Victor Boniface, according to Football Insider.

As per reports, the Bundesliga leaders could be tempted to sell their star striker but only if their asking price is met.

Standard Liege want to sign Forest defender Panzo

Belgian club Standard Liege have shown interest in signing Nottingham Forest defender Jonathan Panzo on loan in the January transfer window, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Panzo joined Cardiff City on loan in the summer but his stint was cut short and recalled in January 2024. The Belgian giants want a temporary move for now but with an option to buy next season.

Newcastle want to sign Al-Ittihad star

Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Al-Ittihad winger Jota in the January transfer window, according to HITC.

The former Celtic star is among several top players who are eyeing a move back from the Saudi Pro League to European football after failing to adjust in the Middle East. Other than the Magpies, Everton and Brighton are also keen on signing the player.

Wolves defender Otto leaves for PAOK

Wolves defender Jonathan Otto is all set to leave the club to join PAOK on a permanent transfer, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The player is scheduled to undergo medical tests on Friday and will then sign a contract which will be valid until June 2025.

Chelsea eyeing move for Aston Villa striker Duran

Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran in the ongoing January transfer window, according to The Telegraph.

West Ham had earlier tried to sign the Colombia star on loan which was rejected by his club but the Blues are now ready to place a bid for a permanent transfer.

PSG close to finalising Moscardo deal

Paris Saint-Germain are on the verge of completing the signing of Brazilian wonderkid Gabriel Moscardo on a five-year deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Ligue 1 champions will pay a transfer of €20m deal plus €2m add-ons. The player is set to stay back at Corinthians on loan until July.

Marseille close to signing USMNT star Reyna

Marseille are in advanced talks with Borussia Dortmund over a move for USMNT star Gio Reyna as they are set to hijack Nottingham Forest's move, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.

The Premier League side reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Reyna over a loan move but as per the latest report, the American footballer is now heading to France.

Chelsea star drops hint on his future

Veteran Chelsea and Brazil defender Thiago Silva has dropped a major hint on his future as his Blues is all set to expire at the end of the current season.

The centre-back claimed that he has not yet made a decision on his future, but is aware that his playing days are approaching an end.

Chelsea set asking price for Lukaku

Chelsea have set an asking price for striker Romelu Lukaku who is on loan at AS Roma this season, according to Calciomercato.

With Lukaku's contract at the London club set to expire in 2026, the Blues will no longer send him on another loan spell next season and have reportedly set an asking price of €43m for the striker.

Liverpool and Man City interested in signing Bayern star

According to journalist Christian Falk, Premier League giants Liverpool and Manchester City have shown interest in signing Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich.

The experienced German international's current contract with the Bundesliga giants run until 2025 but the club could be tempted to sell him in the summer if the right offer comes their way.

Arsenal ready to spend €50m to sign Bologna star

Arsenal are reportedly ready to spend €50m to sign Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee next summer, according to Gazzetta dello Sport (via Football Italia).

The report further claims that two other European giants Manchester United and AC Milan are also keen on signing the talented 22-year-old attacker.

Atletico set to pay €500k loan fee for Moise Kean

Atletico Madrid are all set to seal the signing of Moise Kean from Juventus on loan, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Spanish side are set to pay a loan of €500k and cover the player's salary for the next six months. The deal will be finalised in the next few days.