Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal have Vinicius Jr plan; Chelsea want Valverde; Gallagher medical; Man Utd latest

January window kicks up a notch with clubs chasing huge deals

Transfer news LIVE!

The January window is firmly in full swing as Arsenal , Chelsea , Manchester United and Tottenham all work on deals during mid-season. The biggest news today sees Spurs hijacking Aston Villa’s move for Conor Gallagher , who will fly into London to undergo a medical after Atletico Madrid accepted a £34million bid . That will be Thomas Franks’s second signing of the month, after Souza, and more are expected.

Arsenal are said to be on the market for a new forward and have reportedly joined the race for Chelsea target Vinicius Jr. The Brazilian’s future at Real Madrid remains uncertain, even after Xabi Alonso’s sacking , and the Gunners have offered Gabriel Martinelli in exchange. Chelsea also want to raid the Spanish giants, and are said to have lodged a £104m bid to make Federico Valverde the first signing of the Liam Rosenior era.

Manchester United are set to confirm Michael Carrick as their new interim manager, and Wayne Rooney is keen to join the back-room team. Once appointed, Carrick will look to bolster his squad, and Elliot Anderson remains top of the club’s transfer wish list, along with Marcos Llorente. However, Man City are also keen admirers of the Nottingham Forest midfielder, and continue to pursue a deal for Marc Guehi. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Chelsea have confirmed their desire to sign €120million-rated Federico Valverde .

That's according to FootballTransfer and Fichajes, who report a bid is imminent to make the midfielder the first signing of the Liam Rosenior era.

Valverde is considered "indispensable" at Real Madrid , but are said to be willing to consider "unrealistic" bids. Is £104m enough?

Fichajes insist that Chelsea's intention is clear and they do not wish to mess about. Madrid are aware that such a bid is unlikely to be repeated.

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14 minutes ago

This one is moving fast.

Not even 24 hours ago, Tottenham were said to not be in the race for Conor Gallagher , as Aston Villa pushed ahead with a loan-to-buy deal with Atletico Madrid.

It was even then reported that Gallagher had told Spurs he wanted to move to Villa after initial talks, only for the exact opposite to be true shortly after.

Spurs have agreed a £34million fee with Atletico, Gallagher snubbed Villa and now is said to be due in London today to undergo a medical and sign a five-and-a-half-year deal.

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27 minutes ago

Arsenal have offered winger Gabriel Martinelli to Real Madrid in a bid to land Vinicius Junior.

According to Spanish outlet Defensa Central, who focus on Real Madrid news, Martinelli has been offered around Europe as the Gunners look to raise funds to improve their attack.

Vinicius Jr is the dream target for Arteta, and Arsenal hope a straight swap could in the offing.

The report claims that Arsenal value Martinelli at around £87million, and believe that matches Vinicius Jr's valuation.

Martinelli is under contract until 2027, with the option for a further year.

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7 hours ago

Michael Carrick reportedly wants Jonathan Woodgate to join him on the coaching staff at Manchester United .

According to Sky Sports, talks between Carrick's representatives and United have advanced and there could be an official announcement about as early as Tuesday.

The report sates that while Carrick is keen for Woodgate, his former assistant at Middlesbrough, to join him at Old Trafford, it's not clear as to whether United are prepared to agree to hiring the former Leeds and Tottenham defender on a short-term contract.

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8 hours ago

It has been a busy day at Aston Villa!

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Wayne Rooney has said he would be open to joining Michael Carrick's coaching staff at Manchester United .

Man Utd are poised to confirm the appointment of Carrick on an interim basis until the end of the season and Rooney is willing to offer a hand.

“Of course I would,” said Rooney on The Wayne Rooney Show.

“I think it’s a no brainer if that’s the situation but I think what the club needs is people around the place.

“So whether that’s if Michael goes in for instance, Fletch or John O’Shea or myself or whoever it needs people around the club who know the football and Roy Keane, I think.

“Having people who know the club, who care for the club, who understand what it takes to be a Man Utd player I think that’s where the club needs to be.

“I was with him in Barbados last week. Obviously none of us had seen this coming, Michael is a very clever person and he’ll command respect from the dressing room.”

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9 hours ago

After signing a new deal until 2030, Sven Botman has outlined his ambitions for Newcastle.

“I’m really happy to sign this contract," he said. "This club has given me so much in the last three-and-a-half years.

“I’ve grown as a person and as a player here and I feel like I have so much more to give in the long term.

"That’s why both parties are really happy with this decision and I’m looking forward to what’s coming in the future here.”

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9 hours ago

Earlier we brought you news of Tottenham making an offer for Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher .

Fresh reports now claim a deal has been agreed worth £34m.

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Aston Villa continue to make moves in the transfer window!

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Kylian Mbappe has taken to social media to thank Xabi Alonso after he left his position as Real Madrid manager today.

“It’s been short but it was a pleasure to play for you and learn from you," Mbappe wrote on Instagram.

“Thank you for giving me the confidence since Day 1. I will remember you as a manager who had clear ideas and knows many things about football.

“Best of luck for your next chapter.”

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