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Posted Wednesday, January 22, 2025 by Goal.com

Barcelona eye Musiala as summer target

Barcelona have reportedly identified Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala as a priority for their upcoming transfer plans, according to Sport. Musiala’s current deal with Bayern Munich runs until 2026, but reports suggest that the Bundesliga champions are already in negotiations for a contract extension. Whether Barcelona can tempt him away from the Allianz Arena remains to be seen

Emery opens door for Buendia’s January exit

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has revealed that Emi Buendia has the option to leave the club during the January transfer window.

Buendia, who missed the entirety of last season due to injury, has yet to start a Premier League match this campaign. However, the 26-year-old was thrust into the starting lineup for Villa’s 1-0 Champions League loss to Monaco on Tuesday.

He said: "Buendia played a fantastic match. He has the option to leave, but today we needed him and he played fantastic with his qualities, mentality and commitment with the squad."

Barcelona hold meeting with Rashford's representatives in Lisbon

Barcelona have reportedly met with Marcus Rashford's representatives in Lisbon and are working to thrash out a loan from Man Utd in January.

Southampton complete loan deal of Gronbaek from Rennes

Southampton have signed Albert Gronbaek from Rennes on a loan move with an option to make the deal permanent in the summer for £12.7m.

Grealish considering Man City exit amid European interest

Manchester City winger Jack Grealish is being targeted by two European giants as the England international considers a move away from the UK.

USMNT's De la Torre joins San Diego on loan from Celta Vigo

Ahead of the club's first MLS season, San Diego FC has signed USMNT veteran Luca de la Torre on an initial loan from Celta Vigo, where he has played since 2022.

Nkunku’s potential Bayern move stalls

The proposed transfer of Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea to Bayern Munich has hit a standstill, with the Premier League side keen to retain the forward unless their conditions are met, according to Sky Sports News.

Chelsea are reluctant to part ways with Nkunku and have set a minimum price tag of £70 million for any potential deal. Furthermore, the club insists that no move will be approved unless they secure a world-class replacement beforehand. Bayern Munich, along with two unnamed Premier League clubs, have expressed interest in the French forward. However, Chelsea remain firm in their stance, making negotiations challenging.

Antony set for loan move to Real Betis

Manchester United winger Antony is on the verge of completing a loan move to Real Betis. According to Sky Sports, the deal, which is in its final stages, is based on a verbal agreement between the clubs, with no option or obligation to buy included. Both sides are finalizing the paperwork, and the Brazilian international is expected to undergo a medical soon. Once completed, the 23-year-old will temporarily join the La Liga outfit for the remainder of the season.

Arsenal eye move for Wolves' Cunha

Per Fichajes, Arsenal have shown concrete interest in signing Wolves attacker Matheus Cunha in the January transfer window. The Gunners admire the attacker's abilities upfront as they look to bolster their squad with a new forward to remain in the Premier League title race.

Ancelotti breaks silence on claims he will leave Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti has responded to rumours that he will quit Real Madrid at the end of the 2024-25 campaign.

Speaking to reporters, the Italian coach said: "Hahaha. I want to be very clear: I will never decide the date of my departure from this club in my life. I know perfectly well that it will come one day, but I will not decide that day. It could be tomorrow or in one or five years. I have the advantage that Florentino will be here for four more years and I have the objective of achieving them with him. We can say goodbye together."

Vitor Reis completes Man City move

19-year-old Brazilian defender Vitor Reis formally completed his Manchester City move on Tuesday.

RB Leipzig chasing Southampton sensation Dibling

Per Sky Sports' Florian Plettenberg, Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have shown interest in signing 18-year-old Southampton midfielder Tyer Dibling. The German side are reportedly ready to pay €30m for the player, however, the Saints will demand much more amid interest from Premier League clubs like Tottenham Hotspur. The teenager's current deal runs until 2027.

Bayern Munich sign Bischof from Hoffenheim

Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich have confirmed that they have secured the signature of 19-year-old midfielder Tom Bischof from Hoffenheim. The player will join the club on a free transfer next summer.

The official statement from the club read: "FC Bayern have secured the signing of midfielder Tom Bischof, 19, for next season. The German youth international will move on a free transfer from TSG Hoffenheim in the summer and receive a contract through to 30 June 2029."

Rashford in line for shock Greenwood reunion at Marseille

Marcus Rashford is reportedly in line for a shock reunion with ex-Manchester United team-mate Mason Greenwood, as Marseille ask transfer questions.

L’Equipe reports that Marseille have expressed interest in reaching another agreement with Premier League giants United. The England star is also linked with Paris Saint-Germain move.

Pogba confirms he rejected transfer to Russia

France midfield star Paul Pogba has confirmed that he rejected a transfer offer from Russia while serving a doping ban, but he is targetting a Champions League return.

Speaking to French Twitch streamer AmineMaTue of his ambition, Pogba said: “There are proposals, then there are interesting things, and not so interesting things... Russia, all that, there have been proposals, but that's not the goal. We have other goals. A club that plays in the Champions League? Why not. If it comes, of course, why not. We always want to be in the best clubs. After that it doesn't depend on me, it depends on lots of other things.”