Blockbuster Moves Brewing: Ronaldo Plots Saudi Escape While Messi Confirms Miami Exit
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Premier League
Arsenal attempted a major push to acquire Newcastle United's midfielder Sandro Tonali during Deadline Day, however the Magpies refused to engage in discussions. (Source: Fichajes)
Contrary to circulating reports, Tottenham Hotspur did not make a January approach for Monaco's forward Magnes Akliouche, who had been considered during the summer transfer window as a backup option to Xavi Simons but is now off the table. (Source: Tom Barclay)
Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia received clearance to travel to Turkey for a Deadline Day departure, but the Red Devils canceled the move following Patrick Dorgu's injury setback. Malacia was reportedly left "stunned." (Source: Voetbal International)
Talent scouts from Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City have all been dispatched to monitor 17-year-old Bayern Munich midfielder Lennart Karl, though he would favor a switch to Real Madrid. (Source: fussballdaten)
Liverpool have shown interest in 22-year-old Ajax defender Youri Baas and PSV Eindhoven's Ryan Flamingo, aged 23. (Source: DaveOCKOP)
Chelsea rejected a request from Crystal Palace to secure teenage defender Josh Acheampong on a temporary deal for the season's remainder. (Source: Jacob Steinberg)
Additionally, Chelsea made several unsuccessful attempts to persuade 18-year-old Tylel Tati to depart Nantes. The center back wishes to stay with his relegation-battling club through the season's end and showed no interest in the Blues' offer of a six-month loan to Strasbourg. (Source: L'Équipe)
Man City executives are evaluating Strasbourg striker Joaquín Panichelli as a future target to support Erling Haaland. (Source: FootballTransfers)
A senior West Ham United executive has dismissed claims the club contemplated bringing back either Jesse Lingard or Kurt Zouma during the January window, while rumors connecting right back Aaron Wan-Bissaka with Liverpool were also inaccurate. (Source: Hammers News)
La Liga
La Liga
Real Madrid will only consider releasing Jude Bellingham if Chelsea agrees to provide them with Enzo Fernández in return. Los Blancos anticipate a transaction exceeding £120 million ($164.4 million) to release the England midfielder. (Source: SportsBoom)
Aston Villa and Newcastle both saw €40 million (£34.6 million, $37.5 million) bids rejected for Real Madrid center back Dean Huijsen near the window's conclusion. (Source: Fichajes)
João Cancelo has struggled to win over Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, who is ready to sideline the loaned defender for the season's remainder after determining the Portugal international doesn't suit his tactical approach. (Source: E-Notícies)
Federico Valverde has grown weary of his situation at Real Madrid and has notified the club about proposals he has received from both Chelsea and Man Utd. (Source: El Nacional)
Marcus Rashford desires to depart Man Utd permanently this summer and stay with Barcelona, who are already preparing to activate their €30 million (£26 million, $35.6 million) purchase option. (Source: MARCA)
Tottenham presented Barcelona with an opportunity to sell center back Ronald Araujo near the window's end, expressing interest in completing a €35 million (£30.3 million, $41.5 million) transfer. (Source: Fichajes)
Rest of the World
Rest of the World
Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly frustrated with the Saudi Public Investment Fund's insufficient backing of Al Nassr and is contemplating an exit from Saudi Arabia. Several European clubs would be willing to make bids. (Source: Fichajes)
A deal has been finalized between Lionel Messi and Argentine club Newell's Old Boys for a six-month loan arrangement following the conclusion of the 2026 Major League Soccer season. He would subsequently rejoin Inter Miami for the restructured 2027–28 campaign starting later that year. (Source: Tuttomercatoweb)