January transfer news: Traore to Tottenham, latest on Digne, Chiesa injury and Barcelona transfer
The January transfer window is only heating up, with teams identifying gaps in their rosters and needs based on positions across their board.
Major clubs across Europe, including Barcelona, Manchester United, Arsenal, PSG, Real Madrid, Juventus, and more, could all be looking for reinforcements this winter. Other clubs with new spending power such as Newcastle are expected to participate strongly, while Celtic, Napoli, Roma, Tottenham and Marseille are also said to be looking to improve on the existing squad.
The clubs with the greatest need and greatest spending capacity have been identified, and with that in mind, rumors have begun to really run rampant. Whether it’s a permanent transfer, a loan deal, a player out of contract or anything in between, we’ve got you covered from window open to window closed.
THAN: People unite, Arsenal, Newcastle turn circle
Ajax switch to Tottenham’s Bergwijn
11:18 a.m. ET: According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham have decided to sell Steven Bergwijn this winter, and Dutch side Ajax seem to be the most interested party. Dutch journalists are also confirming the story.
Ajax have made an official offer for Steven Bergwijn, as revealed yesterday. There is still no agreement with Tottenham on the final fee/price. 👀🇳🇱 #Ajax
Antonio Conte is ready to let Bergwijn go in January and Daniel Levy will support him. ️ #THFC https://t.co/bXKy1KKdiq
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 10, 2022
Tottenham want Adama Traore
8:11 a.m. ET: It looks like rumors of Adama Traore leaving Wolves could lead him to Tottenham Hotspur under Antonio Conte.
Juventus may be forced to enter the market for help
6:23 a.m. ET: Terrible news for Federico Chiesa although with complications he should return to the World Cup
Scans at J Medical showed that Federico Chiesa had torn the ACL. Big blow for Juve and Italy ahead of WC play-offs
– James Horncastle (@JamesHorncastle) January 10, 2022
Aston Villa in extreme position for Digne?
6:26 a.m. ET: Depending on who you trust, Aston Villa are either with Lucas Digne or they are having second thoughts.
Lucas Digne is close to signing for Aston Villa from Everton. Villa are ready to sign Digne permanently, while Chelsea offer a loan deal. Digne is understood to be excited by Villa’s ambitions under Steven Gerrard. #efc #avfc
– David Anderson (@MirrorAnderson) January 10, 2022
Lucas Digne from Everton to Villa has not progressed as has been suggested. Villa have interest and Steven Gerrard is an admirer but they have yet to place any bids and Digne’s salary could still be an issue. Lots in Villa’s sights but not a deal done by any stage yet.
– Phil McNulty (@philmcnulty) January 10, 2022
Atletico Madrid’s offer for the Danish national team
6:20 a.m. ET:
Denmark international Daniel Wass will not re-sign with Valencia before his contract expires in the summer and Atletico Madrid have made a modest $2.3 million offer to get him out of hand. Valencia in January.
Barcelona renew Umtiti, register Ferran Torres
6:17 a.m. ET: Barcelona announce that the renewal of Umtiti’s contract, sharing his salary for a longer period (until June 2026) will allow the club to sign up for recent signing Ferran Torres.
Marseille, Napoli talk to Arsenal’s Kolasinac
5:03 a.m. ET: The rarely used left-back Sead Kolasinac is the subject of a fugitive, but it may not be until the summer, according to this report. Kolasinac was only a late substitute in the FA Cup loss to Nottingham Forest, confirming his dwindling place on the Gunneres’ depth rankings.
| Marseille are in talks with Sead Kolasinac over a free transfer from Arsenal in the summer
🔴 Napoli are also said to be interested in signing the defender pic.twitter.com/qWjWDGPNgp
– Football Daily (@footballdaily) January 10, 2022
Celtic look for Iran’s rising star
4:41 a.m. ET: This report claims that Celtic have rejected their offer for Mehdi Ghayedi by UAE club, Shabab Al Ahli, but they have not given up yet.
Shabab Al Ahli has rejected an official bid from #Celtic for Mehdi Ghayedi. The UAE side do not want to sell the Iranian striker in January, however, Celtic are determined to sign the young talent, so they are planning to make a new offer for the 23-year-old. pic.twitter.com/uMobdxV5A4
– Hatam Shiralizadeh (@hatam_daddy1980) January 10, 2022
Celtic working to sign young player permanently
4:32 a.m. ET: According to transfer journalist Ekrem Konur, Celtic are working to sign a long-term contract with 22-year-old Jota. Jota has joined Celtic on loan from Porto since the summer, and with eight goals and six assists in all competitions, he has enjoyed life with the Scottish giants.
