There are less than two weeks to go until the January transfer window slams shut for Premier League clubs and their European counterparts, and the pressure is rising. Manchester United and Arsenal are among those eager to get key deals over the line, and we could see plenty of action in the coming days.
Manchester United's Transfer Plans and Priority Signings
That leaves Manchester United little time to ensure their squad is strengthened, considering how many positions are in desperate need of an upgrade. After their latest home defeat at the hands of Brighton, manager Ruben Amorim was blunt about the weaknesses in his team. Now, the priority appears to be to tie up a left-sided player, with Patrick Dorgu the current front-runner. The Danish international will likely complete his move from Lecce before the end of the week, bringing some much-needed reinforcements.
Manchester City's Early Move and Aston Villa's Latest Addition
While Manchester United remain in the market, their neighbors Manchester City have already been active in the transfer window. City sealed the signing of Abdukodir Khusanov-one of the few to go through so far in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Aston Villa have moved to further strengthen their squad with the signing of Donyell Malen.
Arsenal's Transfer Dilemma: Stick or Twist?
Arsenal is currently at the crossroads of staying with the present team or making more signings. Ex-Arsenal star Ian Wright urges the club to invest in key signings to help boss Mikel Arteta's quest for more trophies. There is RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko who has long been on their radar for a summer deal, but how far will Arsenal push to seal more deals in January?
Liverpool's Transfer Focus and the Future of Key Players
Despite sitting atop the Premier League, Liverpool faces important decisions regarding their future. Three key players whose contracts are set to expire remain a primary concern. While Real Madrid has cooled its interest in Trent Alexander-Arnold, the Liverpool hierarchy must focus on securing long-term deals for these players as well as potential January transfers.
Teams Faced with Relegation Battles: Transfer News Expected
In the lower depths of the Premier League table, relegation fighters will be expected to make some noise in the transfer market as they try to strengthen their rosters. We expect news on possible signings from clubs that are desperate to stay in the top flight. Further in the week, watch for more on this hot January transfer window.
Leicester City Transfer Funds from Tom Cannon Deal
£10 million for Tom Cannon should come Leicester City's way, as that fee goes into funding their January transfer activity. The Irish striker had spent the first half of this campaign on loan at Stoke City, for whom he netted 11 goals, while now making his permanent switch to Sheffield United following a recall.
Everton, who sold Cannon to Leicester in 2023, had a clause of 20 percent on the transfer. The deal could also be used to prop up Leicester's finances with a view to strengthening their squad in the remaining weeks of the transfer window.
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