Chelsea Ready to Unleash Massive €150M Transfer Bomb as Barcelona Delivers Verdict on Rashford Chase
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and reports from across the globe.
Premier League
The competition for Crystal Palace center-back Marc Guéhi's services is intensifying. Arsenal have now entered the race alongside Liverpool and Man City for the defender, although the North London club likely views him as a summer transfer target only. (Source: The Athletic)
Even with serious interest from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai has reached an agreement in principle for a contract extension at Anfield, committing his future to the Merseyside club. (Source: CaughtOffside)
Manchester United have placed Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson at the summit of their midfield wishlist, along with Brighton & Hove Albion's Carlos Baleba. Any crucial midfield additions will need to wait until the summer window. (Source: Fabrizio Romano, via Market Madness podcast)
To provide new manager Liam Rosenior with an exciting addition at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea are readying a €150 million offer for Barcelona's Fermín López. The Blues were previously connected with the Spanish midfielder during the summer. (Source: Fichajes)
Tottenham Hotspur and Santos have reached agreement on a £14 million ($18.8 million) transfer fee for Brazilian left-back Souza. The defender had already settled personal terms with Spurs previously. (Source: TeamTALK)
Hearts prospect Keir McMeekin is heading to Manchester City. The Scottish youngster completed his medical examination and penned a contract to join the Citizens' academy setup. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)
Arsenal have initiated contact regarding 17-year-old Roméo Ritter, who continues to excel at youth level for Borussia Dortmund. The North London side face rivalry from AC Milan for his signature. (Source: Florian Plettenberg)
Aston Villa have launched a concrete approach for unsettled Atlético Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, entering the competition alongside Man Utd, Tottenham and Newcastle United for the England star. (Source: TEAMtalk)
Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa has attracted attention from both West Ham United and Bournemouth. The pair of clubs desire the Italy international on a temporary basis. (Source: Indykaila)
Newcastle United's earlier pursuit of Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling is expected to remain at the preliminary phase. The Magpies are reluctant to shoulder the England international's salary demands. (Source: Football Insider)
La Liga
Real Madrid have received an offer for Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté valued at €20 million ($23.3 million) this January. However, the Spanish giants have no intention of acquiring players during the winter market. (Source: DefensaCentral)
Barcelona are contemplating loaning out midfielder Marc Bernal until the conclusion of the 2025–26 campaign so the youngster can gain consistent playing time and further his development. (Source: SPORT)
Contrary to recent reports, no formal discussions have occurred between Chelsea and Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior. The Brazilian star continues to concentrate on securing a contract extension with Los Blancos. (Source: ESPN)
As a potential replacement for Federico Chiesa, Juventus are monitoring Atlético Madrid's Thiago Almada. The Turin club are contemplating a temporary move for the Argentine playmaker. (Source: Calciomercato, via Sportitalia)
Barcelona are inclined to activate striker Marcus Rashford's €30 million ($34.9 million) buy clause following an encouraging opening half of the campaign in Catalonia. (Source: SPORT)
Urgently requiring squad additions this January, Sevilla hold interest in acquiring Everton right-back Nathan Patterson, who impressed them during the summer window. Lazio and Bologna are also tracking the defender. (Source: Lyall Thomas)
Vinicius Junior no longer considers Saudi Arabia as a potential move. Should the attacker fail to extend his Real Madrid contract, he will only consider transfers to another top European club. (Source: ESPN)