January 2022 transfer window will open (find out when it closes here) and there are a lot of rumors surrounding who is moving where. BILLIONransfer Talk brings you all the latest gossip on gossip, information coming and going and of course, transaction done!
TOP STORY: Ronaldo’s Man Utd future in balance
Cristiano Ronaldo considering leaving Manchester United after less than a season at Old Trafford, according to Daily Star.
It is reported that the 36-year-old striker is disillusioned with the club’s record in the title race, with the Red Devils currently 22 points behind. City of Manchester after an encouraging start to the season.
And with Portugal international does not favor interim manager Ralf Rangnick getting the job on a full-time basis, whether he stays in the summer now depends on who the board appoints in the coming months – and he is ready to leave if he disagrees with the decision despite having a contract until 2023.
The club has been linked with a number of names to take the helm of the Old Trafford team, with Mauricio Pochettino, Erik ten Hag and Brendan Rodgers all the names the board has considered in recent weeks – although any potential candidates would be more drawn to join the project given Ronaldo’s commitment to the team.
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12:11 am GMT: Chelsea still don’t want to sign midfielder Saul Niguez on a permanent basis from Atletico Madrid, according to Journal.
Saul, 27, had his best performance during his loan spell at Stamford Bridge in Tuesday’s 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final (replay on ESPN+ in the US).
The Spain international has made 11 appearances since arriving in London in September, but has so far started just two Premier League games for the European champions.
The Express reports, Chelsea are not yet ready to pay the £30m transfer fee Atletico want to let him leave permanently in the summer.
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11.29 GMT: West Ham United have expanded forward Michael Antoniocontract of two years, Time report.
Antonio currently has a contract until 2025 and his previous salary of £70.00 a week has been increased, making him one of the club’s highest earners.
The 31-year-old Jamaican has scored eight goals and provided five assists in the Premier League this season as the Hammers continue to build on the huge strides made last season.
10.46 GMT: AS Roma manager Jose Mourinho hopes his club can bring reinforcements ahead of Sunday’s game against Juventus.
The GiallorossI am in advanced negotiations with FC Porto to sign the midfielder Sergio Oliveira. The Portuguese international can join Roma on loan until the end of the season with a €15m buy-back option included in the contract.
“We will see if we can finalize pre-match talks with Juventus, even if they don’t train with us,” he said. Mourinho said on Thursday regarding potential transfer targets.
Roma are said to have agreed a deal with Arsenal to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles loan for the rest of the season. Roma will pay up to £800,000 plus bonuses to Arsenal as well as the England midfielder’s salary.
10.04 GMT: After confirming that Ed Woodward will leave his position as executive vice president at Manchester United at the end of this month, ESPN has said that one of his biggest regrets is that he wasn’t able to perform Harry Kane from Tottenham to Old Trafford.
Sources told ESPN’s Mark Ogden that, as the standout England midfielder of his generation, Kane has always been seen as a top target for United should he be available.
Much to United’s dismay, sources say, Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is always one step ahead of interested clubs and Kane himself by ensuring the England captain gets a contract extension at any stage. crucial period to avoid his involvement in the last two years of his agreement with the club. .
Levy convinced Kane to sign a six-year contract in 2018 – a deal that allowed Spurs to shell out £150m for the player when Manchester City’s attempts to sign him last summer were unsuccessful.
Kane’s future at Spurs remains a subject of intense speculation, especially as the 28-year-old is entering the final two years of his contract and could therefore exploit the dwindling contract length to his advantage. me.
And although sources say United have some areas to address in their squad, the age profile of their attacking options – Cristiano Ronaldo is 37 on February 5 and Edinson Cavani will be 35 nine days later – meaning they will be active if a top central striker is available this summer.
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09.31 GMT: And here it is! Aston Villa have agreed a deal to sign the former Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho loan from Barcelona until the end of the season, the Premier League club announced on Friday.
Sources told ESPN that five Premier League sides have held talks with Coutinho’s camp, with Villa and another English club showing the most serious interest.
However, the presence of Steven Gerrard, Coutinho’s former team-mate at Liverpool, helped turn the balance in Villa’s favor.
The Premier League club said in a statement: “Aston Villa and FC Barcelona have agreed terms for Philippe Coutinho to spend the remainder of this season on loan at Villa Park.
“The agreement, which includes the player completing medical procedures and receiving a work permit, also includes an option to buy and Philippe will arrive in Birmingham in the next 48 hours.”
Gerrard, who left Rangers to replace Dean Smith as manager at Villa Park late last year, played a key role in persuading the Brazilian to move to the Midlands.
Coutinho, 29, had previously been reluctant to leave Barca, but his desire to play regularly during a World Cup year made him change his mind.
Welcome, Philippe Coutinho! 🙌
Aston Villa and FC Barcelona have agreed terms for Philippe Coutinho to spend the remainder of this season on loan at Villa Park. 🇧🇷
– Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) January 7, 2022
08.39 GMT: Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard described Barcelona Philippe Coutinho as “a special player” amid the potential January transfer window.
Sources told ESPN’s Sam Marsden and Moises Llorens that Coutinho is open to leaving Barcelona this month and five Premier League clubs, including Villa, have expressed interest in signing him on loan..
Multiple sources have confirmed that Villa, coached by Coutinho’s former Liverpool teammate Gerrard, is one of the clubs interested in signing the attacking midfielder.
“He’s someone I respect a lot, but I don’t want to add to the speculation because he belongs to Barcelona,” he said. Gerrard said in a press conference. “I don’t think you have the nickname ‘The Magician’ if you’re not a special footballer.
“I have nothing but positive things to say about this player. He’s a friend of mine, so if I’m asked questions, I can say as long as you like. But if you’re trying Try to link it to any speculation or make me hang out you’ll be in for a long afternoon.”
Introducing the first signing of our new era…
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– Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) January 7, 2022
08:00 GMT: Newcastle United have completed the signing Kieran Trippier from Atlético Madrid, the club announced on Friday.
The English full-back is back in the Premier League after two and a half successful years in Spain.
The defender signed a two-and-a-half-year deal and becomes Newcastle’s first signing since being taken over by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund in October.
Trippier, 31, made 83 appearances for Atletico in all competitions after joining Tottenham in 2019, and helped them win La Liga last season.
PAPER GOSSIP (by Adam Brown)
– Newcastle United Football Club are preparing an offer of £70m to begin negotiations with Dusan Vlahovic, write be in sports. But while Fiorentina are ready to make a deal with the Magpies, it is reported that the 21-year-old striker does not want to transfer Serie A to St. James’ Park, with several other clubs also monitoring his contract situation in Florence.
– Tottenham Hotspur are considering an approach for Wolverhampton Wanderers‘ Adama Traore, based on The Athletic. With the attacking full-back being an important part of Antonio Conte’s system, Internazionale the boss is interested in bringing the 25-year-old Spain international to North London. And after entering the final 18 months of his contract this January, the Wolves star could make his debut for a fee in the region of £20m.
– Ousmane Dembele will again be frozen out of Barcelona the line-up is that he doesn’t sign a new contract, Marca revealed. The Blaugrana have offered the 24-year-old a pay cut in his latest contract offer, with the club looking to reduce their wage budget, and it is believed Xavi Hernandez is keen to get the France play internationally regularly. But if Dembele and his agents fail to make progress, club president Joan Laporta is ready to banish him from first-team activities for good.
– Fabrizio Romano status Liverpool and Porto denied that any negotiations were taking place regarding Luis Diaz. The 24-year-old winger has been linked with a move to Anfield this week, but it is reported Jurgen Klopp’s side are now prioritizing an extension Mohamed SalahThe current contract has only 18 months left.
– Newcastle will continue to negotiate to bring Seville player Diego Carlos to St. James ‘Park though their first approach was rejected, according to The Athletic. Eddie Howe is looking to buy two centre-backs before the transfer window closes, and while he has identified the 28-year-old LaLiga star as a key target, Sevilla are likely to offer a substantial fee for one. in their first-choice player, who has made 24 appearances this season.
– Philippe Coutinho will make a decision on his future on Friday, with two potential suitors ready to buy him from Barcelona. That’s according to Sports sky, who link Aston Villa are one of the clubs that want to reach an agreement with the 29-year-old attacking midfielder. Coutinho will be looking to restart his career after a difficult spell at Camp Nou that has seen him struggle for regular minutes in the first team, starting just five games this season.
