Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man City make contact with Paul Pogba over shock January transfer window

Posted Sunday, December 15, 2024 by Goal.com

Man City eye sensational move for Pogba

Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Paul Pogba once the player's ban gets lifted in March 2025, according to the Independent. The Cityzens are actively looking for midfielders as they look to find a replacement for Rodri who ruptured his ACL earlier this season. Pogba, however, is reluctant to move back to Manchester.

Man Utd eye move for Sunderland wonderkid

Per Fichajes, Manchester United are keen on signing 17-year-old Sunderland midfielder Chris Rigg. The youngster has attracted interest from several top Premier League and Sunderland are likely to demand a fee in the region of £20-25 million.

Man Utd closing in on Girona full-back Gutierrez

Per TEAMtalk, Manchester United are very close to finalising the first signing of the Ruben Amorim era as they are in advanced talks to rope in Girona left-back Miguel Gutierrez. The English giants are currently negotiating with the Spanish club who are reportedly ready to sell the player lower than his €35million (£28.8m/$36.7m) release clause.

Juventus director opens up on signing Zirkzee in January

Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli opens up on the possibility of the Italian giants signing Manchester United outcast Joshua Zirkzee in January.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Giuntoli said: "Zirkzee in January? We are waiting for Milik. I can just say that Zirkzee is a very good player but he's under contract at Man United. I can't add more now, we're focusing on completely different things now."

Liverpool have to pay £100m to sign Brighton's Pedro

Per TBR Football, Liverpool are keen on signing Brighton forward Joao Pedro. However, they might have to pay £100m as a transfer fee to secure the player's signature. Pedro has a contract with the Seagulls until 2028 and has also attracted interest from Chelsea.

Bayern rule out possibility of signing Kane's back-up

Bayern Munich director Max Eberl ruled out any possibility of signing injured Harry Kane's back-up in the January transfer window. Speaking to journalist Michel Schroer, Eberl Said: "We will not sign a backup for Harry Kane in January. We have great financial numbers, but those numbers come from the fact that we always think economically."

Fenerbahce continue transfer talks with Al-Nassr over Talisca

Per journalist Rudy Galetti, Fenerbahce have held positive talks with Al-Nassr over the transfer of Talisca in the January window. The negotiations are on between the two clubs, and the Turkish giants are hopeful they will be able to land the Brazilian midfielder.

Man Utd told to sell struggling Marcus Rashford

Manchester United have been urged to put a struggling Marcus Rashford "out of his misery" by Paul Parker in a chat with Betfred amid talk of a potential sale in January.

United need to balance their books to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) and it has been reported that the Red Devils are prioritising player sales in January to alleviate financial pressure. Rashford's homegrown status makes him a significant asset in that regard as selling him would register as pure profit on the club's financial records.

Chelsea warned Real & Barca might tempt Palmer away

William Gallas has warned Chelsea that Real Madrid and Barcelona might lure talisman, Cole Palmer, away from the club in what would be a huge money transfer.

Speaking to Prime Casino, Gallas said: "At the moment, I think only Real Madrid and Barcelona could tempt Cole Palmer away from Chelsea and I think he would thrive playing his football in Spain."

Longstaff linked with possible Newcastle departure

Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff could leave Newcastle United if a compelling offer from a Premier League rival or an MLS side arrives his way, according to The Chronicle.

The Magpies are under increasing pressure to generate funds, leading to considerations of selling key players. Among those reportedly on the transfer list is winger Harvey Barnes, whose potential departure could help Newcastle free up finances for incoming signings.