The transfer window is now open in Europe, and there are many moves in the works and rumors circulating out there. Transfer Talk brings you the latest news on rumours, comings and goings and of course, closed deals!
TOP STORY: Chelsea and Arsenal monitoring Onana
Chelsea look set to join the race to sign the Everton defensive midfielder Amadou Onanaaccording to the Mirror.
Arsenal have recently been linked with the 22-year-old but are said to have yet to begin talks over a potential deal. The Gunners are likely to have to offload a player before committing to a significant transfer fee this month, and the club are open to parting ways with the striker. Eddie Nketiah and goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.
That could present an opportunity for Chelsea to leapfrog the Gunners in the race for Onana’s signature, amid belief that the Toffees would be willing to move him in January if their valuation is met.
Onana, who has made 16 Premier League appearances this season, joined Goodison Park from Lille for a fee of £33.5m in 2022, and remains contracted until the summer of 2027.
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PAPER GOSSIP
– A meeting is planned between Al Ettifaq and the midfielder Jordan Henderson to discuss its future, writes Ben Jacobs. After ESPN sources reported that Ajax Amsterdam could face competition from the Bundesliga for the 33-year-old, Jacobs adds that Newcastle United are also believed to be one of the teams keeping a close eye on Henderson. Meanwhile, Al Ettifaq eyes a possible move for the Liverpool centre-back Joel MatipThe contract ends in the summer.
– Advanced talks are underway between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich regarding a deal for the defender. Nordi Mukiele, reports Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Deutschland. The 26-year-old is said to be interested in a move to the Allianz Arena as he has become the club’s number one priority in their search for a right-back.
– Genoa Central Radu Dragusin He is about to make a decision on whether to join Bayern Munich or Tottenham Hotspur, says Fabrizio Romano. It was recently reported that Spurs were favorites to sign him, but the Serie A club will also accept a late move from the Bundesliga champions. A fee of around €30 million has reportedly been agreed.
– Former Adelaide United captain Stefan Mauk is set to re-sign with the A-League team, according to 7news. Mauk, 28, left the Reds to join Fagiano Okayama in 2022 and, after making 60 appearances for the Japanese J2 League club, is now looking to return home.
– The representatives of the Adana Demirspor striker. mario balotelli We are working to ensure a return to Serie A, reports Foot Mercato. The 33-year-old is said to be keen to return to Italy’s top flight for the chance to make the Italian squad for the European Championship in the summer, with Udinese and Empoli among the clubs exploring whether to approach him. . .
– Galatasaray winger. Wilfried Zaha He is happy in Türkiye and does not plan to move on this month, says The Guardian. Recent reports have indicated that he could request a transfer, but the latest indicates that he is looking to remain in the Super Lig, where he has enjoyed a brilliant debut season. The 31-year-old has contributed to seven goals in 14 league games, as well as scoring in the Champions League against Manchester United.
