Latest Transfer News and Rumours: Chelsea, Manchester United, Adeyemi and Much More

The January transfer window is reaching its climax, with clubs across the Premier League scrambling to finalise deals before the deadline. Here’s a roundup of the latest confirmed transfers, ongoing negotiations, and the biggest rumours circulating in the football world.

Chelsea’s Axel Disasi at the Center of a Transfer Tug-of-War

Chelsea defender Axel Disasi is at the heart of a transfer standoff between Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur. Disasi, who arrived at Stamford Bridge in 2023 for £38.8m, was a key player under Mauricio Pochettino. However, since Enzo Maresca’s arrival, the Frenchman has struggled for game time, starting just four Premier League matches this season while captaining the club’s secondary squad in the Europa Conference League.

Earlier this month, Disasi had agreed to a loan move to Aston Villa. However, Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea are unwilling to loan a player to a direct Champions League qualification rival. Instead, the Blues brokered a loan deal with Tottenham, but Disasi refused the move. With the window closing soon, the former Monaco defender finds himself in limbo.

Marcus Rashford Joins Aston Villa on Loan

Marcus Rashford has completed a loan switch from Manchester United to Aston Villa, posting on social media: “I just want to play football.” The 27-year-old underwent a medical on Sunday and will stay at Villa Park until the season’s end, with a £40m option to buy included in the deal.

Rashford had fallen out of favour under new United boss Ruben Amorim, who cited a lack of commitment in training. Now, he has the chance to reinvigorate his career with a Villa side that has progressed to the Champions League’s last 16 and is pushing for a top-four Premier League finish. “I would like to thank Manchester United and Aston Villa for making this loan deal happen,” Rashford shared on Instagram.

Manchester United and Tottenham in Race for Liam Delap

Manchester United have entered the race to sign Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, with Tottenham also showing keen interest. (Express)

Mathys Tel’s Manchester United Move Collapses

Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel was close to joining Manchester United on loan, but Sky Germany reports that the deal has fallen through due to Bayern’s insistence on including a mandatory purchase clause.

Chelsea Could Make Late Move for Alejandro Garnacho

Chelsea have been heavily linked with Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho throughout January and may yet make a late swoop. (football.london)

Juventus and AC Milan Target Joao Felix

Joao Felix, previously linked with Aston Villa, is now expected to join either Juventus or AC Milan on loan. (Fichajes – Spain)

Liverpool’s Jayden Danns a Championship Target

Liverpool’s emerging forward Jayden Danns is on the radar of Championship sides Sunderland and Blackburn Rovers. (Football Insider)

Arsenal and Tottenham Leading Race for Nico Williams

Athletic Club’s Euro 2024 star Nico Williams is being pursued by Arsenal and Tottenham, who are currently the frontrunners for his signature. (El Nacional – Spain)

Barcelona’s Summer Transfer Priorities

Barcelona have identified Athletic Club’s Nico Williams and Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah as their primary targets for the summer window. (Fichajes – Spain)

Carney Chukwuemeka to Join Borussia Dortmund on Loan

Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka is undergoing a medical ahead of a loan move to Borussia Dortmund. (Fabrizio Romano)

Man City Set for £166.5m Transfer Spree

Pep Guardiola is planning a major squad overhaul, with Manchester City prepared to spend £166.5m on Bayer Leverkusen duo Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong. (El Nacional – Spain)

Man City Target Nico Gonzalez Keen on Premier League Move

Porto’s Nico Gonzalez, who has a £50m release clause, is eager to join Manchester City. (TBR Football)

Liverpool and Chelsea Eye Karim Adeyemi

Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi has turned down Napoli as he prefers a move to the Premier League, with Liverpool and Chelsea both interested. (Fichajes – Spain)

Newcastle’s Lloyd Kelly Set for Juventus Move

Newcastle United have agreed to loan Lloyd Kelly to Juventus before completing a £20m permanent transfer in the summer. (Mail Sport)

Southampton Agree Fee for Victor Udoh

Struggling Southampton have reached an agreement with Royal Antwerp for the signing of forward Victor Udoh. (Fabrizio Romano)

Brighton Secure €25m Deal for Stefanos Tzimas

Brighton & Hove Albion have finalised a £25m deal for Nurnberg striker Stefanos Tzimas and will likely loan the 19-year-old back for the remainder of the season. (talkSPORT)

Everton Looking to Sign Rennes’ Adrien Truffert

Everton are exploring a move for Rennes’ left-back Adrien Truffert before the transfer deadline. (Mail Sport)

Tottenham Hijack Wolves’ Deal for Kevin Danso

Tottenham Hotspur have successfully hijacked Wolverhampton Wanderers’ move for Lens centre-back Kevin Danso. The Austrian defender was due to undergo a medical with Wolves on Sunday, but Spurs swooped in at the last moment to secure his services.

Tottenham have confirmed that Danso joins on an initial loan, pending international clearance, with an obligation to buy in the summer. He will wear the number four shirt, with The Athletic reporting that Spurs agreed a £20.9m package with Lens, including a five-and-a-half-year contract.

Patrick Dorgu Joins Manchester United

New Manchester United signing Patrick Dorgu has expressed his pride after completing his move from Lecce. The 20-year-old signed a five-and-a-half-year contract, with an option for an additional year, becoming the first signing under Ruben Amorim.

Dorgu, primarily a left wing-back but also capable of playing in advanced positions, had his move confirmed on Sunday following medical clearance.

Arsenal Block Jorginho’s Flamengo Move

Arsenal have reportedly blocked Jorginho’s move to Flamengo in the winter window but are resigned to losing him in the summer. The 33-year-old has struggled for regular minutes under Mikel Arteta, making only six Premier League starts this season.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Flamengo met with Arsenal to discuss a free January transfer, but the Gunners rejected the approach. However, Gianluca Di Marzio claims Jorginho is already negotiating a pre-contract agreement with Flamengo for a free transfer in the summer.

Conclusion

As the transfer window nears its deadline, clubs are making their final moves to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season. With major signings, unexpected hijacks, and transfer collapses, the coming days promise to be a thrilling climax to the January window. Stay tuned with EPLNews for more updates as deals unfold.