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All the latest news, gossip and rumours from the January transfer window
The final days of the January transfer window put Premier League clubs up against it in the scramble for late additions to make a decisive impact at the business end of the season.
Raheem Sterling, now a free agent after his sad fall at Chelsea led to his contract being terminated, has been linked with Tottenham and seven other clubs.
The Blues have been linked to Jeremy Jacquet, with Liverpool and Bayern Munich reportedly keen to rival Liam Rosenior’s side in the summer should a January deal not materialise.
Premier League leaders Arsenal are plotting a bid for Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez, after Ethan Nwaneri completed his loan move to Marseille. Alvarez would cost up to £87m and Gary Lineker believes he is not happy with his situation at Atletico and could be in favour of the move.
Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip, rumours and done deals in The Independent’s live blog below
Unai Emery linked with Real Madrid job
Unai Emery has impressed so much after guiding Aston Villa to a Premier League title race and into the last 16 of the Europa League that Real Madrid are considering the Spanish coach.
A shortlist will be compiled, reports Sky Germany, with Alvaro Arbeloa in temporary charge following Xabi Alonso’s sacking.
Jack Rathborn30 January 2026 10:25
Zinchenko set for Ajax move?
Ajax are closing in on a deal for Oleksandr Zinchenko, reports Fabrizio Romano.
The 29-year-old is on loan at Nottingham Forest from Arsenal, but a permanent deal to Amsterdam could materialise.
The Gunners would bank €1.5m (£1.3m), plus add-ons, which would be tied to the Dutch outfit qualifying for the Champions League.
Jack Rathborn30 January 2026 10:10
Chelsea interested in Endrick?
Another fairly sensationalist claim from Spanish media but one you could see being true!
Fichajes reports that Chelsea are targeting a move for Real Madrid’s Brazilian forward Endrick, who has impressed since moving to Lyon on loan recently.
The report claims that the Blues would be willing to make a deal up to €80m, though any move would be complicated by the fact that the 19-year-old is under contract at the Bernabeu until 2030.
Chris Wilson30 January 2026 09:55
Chelsea defender set for West Ham loan?
Axel Disasi is on the brink of joining West Ham from Chelsea on loan, reports Fabrizio Romano.
The Chelsea centre-back could boost Nuno Espirito Santo’s Hammers and the bid to beat the drop.
Disasi was part of the Blues’ “bomb squad”, but has rejointed training under Liam Rosenior.
But there is little chance of regular minutes still at Stamford Bridge, meaning a loan across London could revitalise his career.
Jack Rathborn30 January 2026 09:40
Nuno: West Ham must 'move forward' without Paqueta
Nuno Espirito Santo has admitted West Ham need to "move forward" without Lucas Paqueta after the club reluctantly gave the green light for his £35m switch to Flamengo.
"I think we found a solution that everybody was aware of and came to a good conclusion," said Nuno.
"Lucas was clear that he wanted to return home and we expect the medical and things to become official.
"For me Lucas is a special player, a special person, he's a number 10. I think everything could be different, but the circumstances are what they are.
"He wanted to go to Brazil, and you keep moving, knowing that he's special person and special player and we wish him all the best.
"It could have been done two years ago, and then everything would be different. But it is what it is, and we move forward."
Will Castle30 January 2026 09:25
Haaland and Klopp to make Madrid moves?
Reports in Spain suggest that Jurgen Klopp has made contact with Erling Haaland over a potential move to Real Madrid if the German were to take over as manager at the Bernabeu.
El Nacional claims that Klopp is set to take over as full-time boss at the beginning of next season, and that the German has already contacted Haaland over joining the club.
Reports elsewhere in Spain also claim that Haaland’s dream club is Real Madrid, and that he would only accept a move to the Bernabeu if he were to leave City.
Chris Wilson30 January 2026 09:10
Arne Slot appears to rule out new signings despite Liverpool’s growing injury concerns
Liverpool manager Arne Slot appeared to rule out making a defensive signing this month despite admitting that he thinks Jeremie Frimpong will be “out for a period of time” after the Dutchman was forced off against Qarabag.
Frimpong pulled up with a potential hamstring injury within the first three minutes of the Reds’ 6-0 demolition of the Azerbaijani side, with the Dutchman falling and requiring treatment before trudging off and being replaced by Wataru Endo.
He becomes the fifth name on the treatment table for the Reds, and the fourth defender alongside Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley, with Ibrahima Konate also absent at present due to compassionate leave.
Arne Slot appears to rule out new signings despite growing injury concerns
Jeremie Frimpong picked up a knock in the victory over Qarabag leaving Liverpool with no fit right-backs
Chris Wilson30 January 2026 08:55
Spurs lead hunt for Sterling with eight clubs keen on ex-Chelsea star
Tottenham are among a group of eight clubs keen to sign Raheem Sterling after his Chelsea exit.
The Mail reports that Spurs would be keen to bolster their forward options after injuries to Richarlison and Dominic Solanke and the poor form of Randal Kolo Muani and Mathys Tel.
Napoli and Juventus are also linked, with the chance to link up again with Kevin De Bruyne in Naples.
Jack Rathborn30 January 2026 08:40
Dalot considered by Madrid and Bayern after United form
Man United star Diogo Dalot has been linked with a move to Real Madrid.
It’s not the most concrete of reports, with Fichajes detailing the loss to Benfica has pushed Los Blancos to make a move for the Portuguese full-back.
They add that Bayern Munich are also keen, and could spark a bidding war, with United holding a lot of negotiating power, with two years remaining on his deal and the potential for a one-year option.
Jack Rathborn30 January 2026 08:23
Andrews gives assessment of Nelson's faltering Brentford loan
Keith Andrews has acknowledged Reiss Nelson's loan at Brentford has not yet gone to plan, but backed the Arsenal forward to make an impact.
Ahead of Sunday's trip to Aston Villa, Andrews told a press conference: "Reiss has had to overcome a couple of niggles that has just stifled the rhythm of his game and getting up to speed.
"I think anyone that watches us play really sees the levels of intensity that we play with, in terms of how we press and how get after teams, how we spring forward from wherever we are on the pitch, utilise the speed we have and attack with vengeance.
"It hasn't been ideal for Reiss that the fact it's been disrupted and he will feel he has not had enough opportunities. I have to accept that to a point, but equally I feel like some of the attacking players have played particularly well.
"Reiss as a young man, I'm really keen on him, I really like his qualities and really like his qualities as a person.
"I think he has fitted into the football club really well and we just need to get him to that level where he can really impact it consistently."
Will Castle30 January 2026 07:30