Top Transfer News Updates: January 2025
At the midpoint of the January transfer window, a number of big names and potential moves are dominating headlines. From major clubs like Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool to emerging transfer targets, here's a look at the most significant stories to follow.
1. Arsenal Close in on Martin Zubimendi (£51 Million) **
The headlines are that Arsenal seem set to raid Real Sociedad for the highly rated Martin Zubimendi with a £51 m deal. While Gabriel Jesus already has been ruled out for the rest of this campaign with his ACL injury, the Gunners are considering strengthening their core midfield. Zubimendi has been linked to top clubs like Manchester City and Liverpool, but now it seems he will join Mikel Arteta's side as the midfielder will be signed by the Gunners. This can be a major boost for the Gunners regarding the Premier League title.
2. Marcus Rashford's Future in Limbo: AC Milan & Barcelona Interested
With both AC Milan and Barcelona vying for his signature, the future of Marcus Rashford is red-hot. The Manchester United star has been touted to leave Old Trafford, and his transfer with several clubs in the running could seriously alter United's attack. A possible transfer of Rashford has been one of the hottest transfer topics over the course of the transfer window.
3. Liverpool to Keep Trent Alexander-Arnold, Real Madrid Pause Pursuit
For now, it seems the full-back's future at Liverpool is secured as Real Madrid has cooled its interest in him. While rumors have buzzed around of the England international finally joining Los Blancos, Liverpool want to retain the defender till summer at the earliest. It could be a big call regarding the important period of the season, with Klopp's men jostling for position in the race of honors that comes in the second half.
4. Manchester United target Viktor Gyokeres as Bayern Munich turn elsewhere
This puts Bayern Munich out of the running for Viktor Gyokeres, freeing up Manchester United to make an offer for him. With the Bavarians off his tail, United should be well placed to land the Coventry City forward. It has been quite a while since links between Viktor Gyokeres and a move to Old Trafford surfaced, and news that Bayern are no longer in the hunt takes the Red Devils a step closer toward landing their man.
5. Chelsea struggling to conclude Marc Guehi deal with Chalobah recall looming
Chelsea’s pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi may face complications after the Blues recalled Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Palace. Chelsea, struggling with defensive injuries, is desperate to reinforce their backline, but Palace’s reluctance to lose both Guehi and Chalobah in one transfer window could stall any potential move. With only 18 months left on Guehi’s contract, this story remains one to watch as Chelsea continue their defensive overhaul.
6. Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool Future Uncertain
As Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk enter their last months in the deal with Liverpool, so come the scrutinies over the future of either. Both highly key members of recent successes at Liverpool, both of these are contracted into this season's end, while there is also much speculation doing rounds linking them with some of the world's finest clubs. So where now for Liverpool on two of its star names-or might it just be big summer changes at Anfield?Conclusion
With clubs scrambling for key signings, these transfer stories are likely to change in the coming days as the January transfer window is far from over. Arsenal's interest in Zubimendi, Rashford's possible exit from Manchester United, and Liverpool trying to hold onto their stars-the big developments that one should keep an eye on. As the window wears on, expect more drama and intrigue in the world of football transfers.
