Transfer News – as at January 16, 2025
- Marcus Rashford: Barcelona have entered the race to sign Marcus Rashford, joining AC Milan and Juventus. A loan move appears likely, with Barcelona planning to make a strong bid for the Manchester United forward. Rashford’s brother and agent, Dwaine Maynard, is in Spain to discuss the potential deal. While Rashford is reportedly keen on a move to AC Milan, his high salary remains a stumbling block.
- Zubimendi: Real Sociedad’s Martín Zubimendi has a €60m (£51 million) release clause, which any potential suitor must meet in full, similar to the fee paid for Thomas Partey in the past.
- Liverpool Swap Deal: Liverpool are reportedly preparing to offer both Darwin Núñez and Federico Chiesa to Napoli in exchange for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
- Casemiro: Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has agreed to join the Saudi Pro League in the January transfer window.
- Shaqueel Van Persie: Shaqueel Van Persie, the 18-year-old son of Robin Van Persie, has renewed his contract with Feyenoord until June 2028.
- Transfers and Deals:
- Sevilla have signed Rubén Vargas from Augsburg for €2.5 million on a four-year deal until 2029.
- Ander Herrera is set to complete his move to Boca Juniors, with travel to Argentina planned for Monday or Tuesday.
- Monaco are making a realistic move for Marcus Rashford as they look to strengthen their attack.
- Tyrell Malacia: Como are in talks to sign Manchester United’s Tyrell Malacia.
- Bryan Mbeumo: Manchester United are reportedly plotting a move for Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, with coach Ruben Amorim a big admirer of the forward.
- Virgil Van Dijk: Liverpool’s captain Virgil Van Dijk is close to renewing his contract at the club.
- Arsenal: Arsenal have reportedly made contact with Manchester United about a potential £21 million deal for Marcus Rashford, but Alexander Isak‘s potential move to Arsenal seems unlikely due to the high transfer fee.
- Manchester City: Manchester City are working on a trio of signings to boost their squad, with Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Vitor Reis all linked to the club. City have made a €50 million bid for Khusanov.
- PSG: Paris Saint-Germain’s transfer activity is ongoing, with further developments expected soon.
