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Posted Sunday, January 05, 2025 by Goal.com

Zirkzee moves closer to Man Utd exit as he reaches Juventus agreement

Joshua Zirkzee is reportedly moving closer to Manchester United exit as the struggling striker has reached an agreement with Juventus.

Maresca admits Chelsea could sign new defender in January

Enzo Maresca suggested Chelsea are looking for defensive reinforcements in January amid injury widespread injury concerns.

"Probably with Wes (Fofana) and Benoit (Badiashile) injuries, we will see if something is going to happen [in the transfer market]," he added.

Glasner clears the air on Chalobah's future

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has downplayed concerns over the possibility of Chelsea recalling Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell.

Chalobah was ineligible to feature as Palace secured a last-gasp 1-1 draw against Chelsea, his parent club. With Chelsea dealing with defensive injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile, speculation has emerged that the Blues might cut short Chalobah's loan.

When asked about the recall scenario, Glasner dismissed the idea, stating, "No. For me right now, Trevor is doing very well for us and we are planning with him. I could see that there was Axel Disasi and Tosin on the bench today. So, they had two centre-halves on the bench. I don't know if you need [more centre-backs] when you play with two. I was just reading, Anselmino comes back, so then they have five. If they need eight, maybe, I don't know what they are planning."

Leicester manager Van Nistelrooy eyes January reinforcements

Leicester City boss Ruud van Nistelrooy has confirmed his intent to bolster his squad across the board during the upcoming January transfer window.

The Foxes' struggles continued with a fifth consecutive loss, falling 2-1 to Aston Villa. Leon Bailey's late strike sealed the defeat, adding to Leicester's mounting concerns. Speaking post-match, Van Nistelrooy said: "We are looking at the possibilities. When it is right for the club, we are looking to take it. We look at all areas and where to strengthen. Not just one position but everywhere in the squad."

Man Utd target Gyokeres makes January transfer decision

In-demand front-man Viktor Gyokeres has informed his agent that he has no desire to leave Sporting before the end of the season.

Liverpool in Chiesa transfer talks with Napoli

Liverpool have opened negotiations with Napoli over a possible loan deal for struggling winger Federico Chiesa.

Bournemouth close to signing Lanus talent Soler

Bournemouth are reportedly in advanced negotiations with Argentine side Lanús to secure the services of teenage left-back Julio Soler, according to Sky Sports.

The 19-year-old, who will turn 20 in February, is seen as a rising star and aligns perfectly with Bournemouth's strategy of investing in youthful talent. Soler is an Argentina U23 international and has been with Lanús since the age of nine, making his senior debut in the Argentine top flight at just 17 years old in 2022. Notably, Soler had drawn attention from major clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool in the past.

Emery Confirms Loan Plans for Kosta Nedeljkovic

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has revealed that 19-year-old defender Kosta Nedeljkovic could leave the club on loan during the January transfer window.

Nedeljkovic, who joined Villa from Red Star Belgrade for £6.3 million last year, officially linked up with the squad this summer after completing a loan stint at his former club. Despite his promise, the Serbian defender has yet to make a Premier League start, prompting the club to consider a temporary move to help him gain experience.

"We have Kosta [Nedeljkovic] and sometimes Bogarde played there," Emery said.

"With Kosta, we have a plan. Firstly it was to do the pre-season, secondly we decided to keep him in the squad for the first part of the season. I think he will need to get minutes, get confidence and feel comfortable playing and here it is difficult for him to get it. One option is to let him go on loan. In case he is going on loan, as we planned it in the last weeks, we are as well trying to find something for the right side."

Salah reiterates he's into 'last six months' at Liverpool

Mohamed Salah has piled more pressure on Liverpool by again fueling speculation that he is expecting to leave the club at the end of his contract.