Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal's Watkins update, Man Utd want Quenda, Tel fee agreed
The transfer window is approaching its final week as clubs in the Premier League and across Europe seek to close out deals
'Watkins is our striker' - Emery reacts to Villa's evening of transfer speculation
Arsenal are preparing a spectacular second bid for striker Ollie Watkins while Aston Villa decide whether to sell the England international or Jhon Duran in the final days of the January transfer window.
The Gunners saw an opening bid rejected on Monday, with Arsenal desperate to sign a striker before Monday’s deadline. Duran has undergone a medical with Saudi club Al-Nassr ahead of a £64m transfer, which may end Arsenal’s hopes. Even though Watkins is an Arsenal fan, boss Unai Emery says he is “happy to stay” at Villa Park.
Meanwhile, Mathys Tel has sent Premier League clubs into a frenzy but telling Bayern Munich that he wants to leave. Tottenham have agreed a £50m deal, according to reports, but Manchester United believe they hold an advantage that could prove decisive in the race with Chelsea, Arsenal and Spurs.
That may depend on selling Alejandro Garnacho, however, with United setting Chelsea a new price for the 20-year-old Argentina winger. Marcus Rashford is also searching for a move away from Old Trafford, but only one club looks like a possible option this January.
Follow all the latest news, rumours and deals below
Ollie Watkins 'happy to stay' at Aston Villa amid Arsenal transfer bid Emery's stance revealed as Gunners expected to return with second offer Aston Villa's Jhon Duran completes Al-Nassr medical ahead of £64m move Manchester United want Sporting teenager Geovany Quenda Chelsea target Mathys Tel prefers Man Utd as Arsenal and Spurs monitor Chelsea join West Ham and Everton in race for Brighton's Evan Ferguson Man Utd may need to sell Alejandro Garnacho to buy Tel before deadline Kaoru Mitoma to stay at Brighton after huge offer from Al-Nassr Chelsea to battle Man Utd in race for Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel Pep Guardiola on Man City's transfer plansPep Guardiola insisted his relationship with Mikel Arteta is “exceptional” as he shrugged off suggestions Manchester City’s clash with Arsenal on Sunday is a grudge match.
The Catalan also said City may carry on spending, despite paying out £122m in the January transfer window to bring three players to the Etihad Stadium.
“Financially we were stable for the last seasons, still right now even with the investment we have done we have a big net profit for the last five seasons.
“So that is why we have done it and maybe in the future we will continue to do it because the club have moved financially really well over the last five years incredibly well in terms of sales but also players who make an incredible performance for the club and who have helped us to win what we want.”
Richard Jolly31 January 2025 16:29
Enzo Maresca could change Chelsea goalkeeper plans after Robert Sanchez errorsChelsea head coach Enzo Maresca said goalkeeper Robert Sanchez cannot “make a mistake every game” and expect to keep his place as he hinted he could turn to understudy Filip Jorgensen for Monday’s game against West Ham.
The former Brighton keeper has made five mistakes leading directly to goals this season, most recently in the 3-1 defeat to Manchester City last weekend when he was caught badly out of position allowing Erling Haaland to give City the lead.
Chelsea fans also cheered ironically whenever the 27-year-old caught the ball during the second half of their victory over Wolves at Stamford Bridge after he had earlier gifted the visitors an equalising goal by dropping the ball at a corner.
Chelsea are interested in Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, although any move is likelier in the summer.
Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 15:58
Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's search for a strikerArsenal manager Mikel Arteta on the club’s bid for Ollie Watkins and their aim to bring in a striker before the end of the January transfer window.
"I’m not going to talk about any individuals," Arteta said. "We are actively looking to find a solution in that position and we will see what the market brings.
"I’m very confident with the work the club is doing, exploring every single opportunity that can have an impact on the team. If we can agree something we will. If we can’t, we won’t.
"We are trying everything that we can, but I don’t want to give any reassurance or not. It doesn’t depend only on us. Our intentions are clear but the possibilities are affected by three parties.
We look at what we have in the squad, what we are lacking, what can make an impact and make us much better, regardless of age or background. It’s just a belief that player can be really good for us over time."
Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 15:29
Manchester United close in on Arsenal youngsterAyden Heaven looks set to switch London for Old Trafford.
Widespread reports indicate that the 18-year-old defender is bound for Manchester United with his route into the Arsenal first-team picture blocked.
A signing for the future? Or can Heaven provide Ruben Amorim with a more immediate option with a couple of key defensive injuries in his squad?
(Getty Images )Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 15:09
Why Man Utd hold Mathys Tel advantage in transfer race with Arsenal, Chelsea and TottenhamManchester United are aiming to sell Alejandro Garnacho and bring in Bayern Munich's Mathys Tel on loan in what could end up a frantic final weekend of the transfer window.
While Garnacho's destination is still to be determined, amid interest from Chelsea and Napoli, Tel is understood to favour Old Trafford out of a range of potential options that includes Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham.
The news that the 19-year-old wanted to the German club, which has now been confirmed by Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl, has sparked a frenzy among some of the wealthiest Premier League teams.
Miguel Delaney31 January 2025 14:49
UPDATE: Ollie Watkins 'happy to stay' at Aston VillaAston Villa manager Unai Emery says Ollie Watkins is “happy to stay” at the club after Arsenal saw an opening bid rejected this week.
“He is happy to stay,” Emery said. “We asked him how he is feeling every day and year he is being here with Villa and he is happy here.
"The commitment of Ollie Watkins with us is a huge commitment. He appreciates a lot how Villa was always supporting him and helping him, when we joined here two years ago how we were working with him and getting the best of him.
"Now we need him, like he needed Aston Villa in the last years. I am speaking with him a lot, he is always adapting with every circumstances we have and of course when some teams calling us being interested in the players it’s very good for us and the players.
"Some players prefer to leave and some accept to stay here and commit with our challenges. One of them is Ollie Watkins."
(Getty Images )Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 14:48
Latest on Alejandro GarnachoThose close to Alejandro Garnacho maintain that the winger is preparing to leave Old Trafford this weekend, but there may yet be a battle for his signing.
Napoli have had interest but would need to significantly raise their valuation of £38m, closer to United's £70m.
Chelsea have long been interested, but sources close to the situation say there is still considerable negotiation.
It is understood that the possibility of one of Chelsea's younger players - such as Joshua Acheampong - going in the other direction has also been raised.
Alejandro Garnacho's Manchester United future remains unclear (Manchester United via Getty Imag)Miguel Delaney31 January 2025 14:29
Ange Postecoglou on Mathys Tel 'deal'L’Equipe also report that Tottenham have reached a £50m deal to sign France Under-21 star Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich.
But Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou was tight-lipped after the 3-0 victory over Elfsborg on Thursday.
"I can't tell you anything," he said. "I've been focusing on getting the team prepared tonight.
"Other people are working in the background. As I've said all along, I'm allowing them to get on with it and when, and if, there's any news I'm sure I'll find out."
Ange Postecoglou watched Tottenham claim a 3-0 win over Elfsborg (Adam Davy/PA) (PA Wire )Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 14:09
Watkins open to Arsenal move as Emery reveals stanceArsenal are preparing a spectacular second bid for striker Ollie Watkins with Aston Villa set to sell Jhon Duran to Al-Nassr.
The Gunners saw an opening bid for Watkins rejected on Monday, with Arsenal desperate to sign a striker before Monday’s deadline.
Duran has undergone a medical with Saudi club Al-Nassr ahead of a £64m transfer, which may end Arsenal’s hopes,
Watkins is an Arsenal fan and could be open to the move to the Emirates, but he is under contract until 2028.
Speaking after Villa’s Champions League match with Celtic on Wednesday, Unai Emery said: “I don’t want [to sell].
“It is good news to have offers from other clubs. We want to keep our sporting objective through the players we have in the squad.”
He added: “Every player can be in the market if it is good for the player and the club. To get this deal we are going to be demanding. Watkins is our striker.”
Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 13:49
Alejandro Garnacho has ‘changed in everything’ as Ruben Amorim praises Manchester United wingerRuben Amorim has heaped praise on Alejandro Garnacho for the way he has kicked on and “changed in everything” since the disappointment of being left out of the Manchester derby.
It is seven weeks since the Argentina international and fellow academy graduate Marcus Rashford were surprisingly omitted from the United squad that went on to to secure a late comeback win at City.
The latter’s continued exile is dominating the headlines, with Amorim saying on the eve of the Europa League match against FCSB that he “has to change” and meet his standards to have a future at Old Trafford.
Speculation rumbles on over Rashford ahead of Monday’s transfer deadline, as does talk about Garnacho’s future – although the 20-year-old’s response to the City setback appears starkly different.
Jamie Braidwood31 January 2025 13:48
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