The January 2022 transfer window has closed, but there are still rumors surrounding who will move where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest gossip, information coming and going and of course, transaction done!
TOP STORY: Mahrez could be booked for City exit
Four clubs are watching a potential move for City of Manchester winger Riyad Mahrezspeak Mercato’s feet.
The 31-year-old’s contract at Etihad expires in 2023, with Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Chelsea All are said to be interested and contact Algeria International. Mahrez has won a number of trophies during his time with City, including two Premier League titles, three League Cups and an FA Cup, but could consider leaving.
However, the winger has played a more secondary role this season, mainly starting in the Champions League and Carabao Cup. In the Premier League, he made 22 appearances, scoring 10 goals and assisting 4 times.
Barcelona are said to be very interested in the move, with Mahrez seen as another potential option in the right midfield. The Blaugrana has also been associated with a move for Leeds United‘S Raphinhawith new boss Xavi interested in strengthening his squad and preparing for the possibility Ousmane Dembele leave on a free transfer.
Real Madrid and PSG have been monitoring the winger for a number of months, with his contract situation creating uncertainty around his future. Any potential Chelsea move could be wasted as the club are unable to sign players under their current sporting licenses due to sanctions imposed on owners Roman. Abramovich.
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– Philippe Coutinho has regained some of his best form since moving from Barcelona to Aston Villa on loan, scoring four goals and assisting in three of his 10 Premier League appearances so far.
In the midst of his good form, Mundo Deportivo report that Arsenal are eyeing a potential move in the summer. The 29-year-old is said to be free to leave Blaugrana At the end of the season though, the Gunners may have to compete with Villa, who have a €40m clause to sign him.
– In front of Dries Mertens is set to leave Napoli at the end of the season as a free agent, reports Gazzetta dello Sport.
The Belgium international spent nine years at AzzurriMade 389 appearances with 144 goals and 89 assists. Internazionale are said to be interested in the 34-year-old when his contract expires.
– Leeds United are monitoring Rangers’ move to buy the winger Ryan Kentbased on Football Insider.
Before Liverpool striker has spent three years with the Scottish Premiership side and has only 15 months left on his contract. The Peacocks are said to be keeping an eye on if they stay in the Premier League.
– Newcastle is about to make an offer Sports CP defender Goncalo Inacio in the summer, report Ekrem Konur.
This midfielder recently received his first call to Portugal senior national team, rewarded for his impressive performance. The 20-year-old has played most of the games for Sporting this season, leading them to second and attracting transfer interest along the way.
– Lazio Negotiations are underway to sign AC Milan captain Alessio Romagnoliwith the defender set to become a free agent in the summer.
That’s according to Nicolo Schirawho reported it? Le Aquile are pushing for a five-year contract with Romagnoli. The 27-year-old has spent five years with Rossoneribut recently became the second choice of central defender for the team.
