Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal rival Chelsea for £85m winger; Man United want Osimhen; Spurs rejected

Transfer news continues to roll in as attention also starts to shift towards the summer window. Arsenal continue to dominate gossip columns and newspaper reports from around the world as they hunt for a big new forward to try and lead them to major honours. To that end, the Gunners are said to be ready to battle Chelsea for winger Jamie Gittens, who is valued at around £85million by Borussia Dortmund.

Another forward to have been linked with the Gunners is Mateo Retegui. The Atalanta star is shining this season and is reportedly on Mikel Arteta’s radar, albeit Manchester United are another said to be keen on a move. Victor Osimhen is also on the shortlist for Ruben Amorim, who is desperate to strengthen in attack.

Newcastle star Alexander Isak is also linked with every big club going. According to reports in Spain, Barcelona are interested and a fee of around £80million could be enough to land him if Eddie Howe’s side do not qualify for the Champions League. Follow all the news, gossip and rumours below!

Latest transfer news and updates

• Arsenal ready to rival Chelsea for Jamie Gittens

• Man Utd eye Mateo Retegui hijack

• Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool told Alexander Isak price

• Pep Guardiola chooses Florian Wirtz

Arsenal ready to enter Gittens race

08:07 , Matt Verri

Arsenal could battle Chelsea for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens this summer.

BILD report that the Gunners are keeping tabs on the 20-year-old and are considering a move, though will face competition from the likes of Chelsea and Tottenham.

It’s claimed that Dortmund have put an £85million valuation on Gittens.

Huijsen release clause

Monday 17 February 2025 23:00 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Dean Huijsen has a £50m release clause in his Bournemouth contract.

This is according to Fabrizio Romano.

On X, Romano posted: “Dean Huijsen’s contract at Bournemouth includes £50m release clause. The clause is 100% confirmed as revealed in January.

“It will be valid from summer 2025. 19 year old defender attracting top clubs interest after excellent performances at Bournemouth this season.”

Manchester United are said to be one of the clubs interested in the central defender.

Roberto Firmino latest

Monday 17 February 2025 21:22 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Over the weekend, journalist Ben Jacobs said former Liverpool star Roberto Firmino could become an option for Arsenal in the free agent market if his contract at Al-Ahli is terminated.

“I think that right now, there probably isn’t a free agent in the market that fits the kind of profile Arsenal are looking for,” Jacobs said. “The one name that I would keep an eye on is just Roberto Firmino and his situation at Al-Ahli.

“As of now, Firmino is not a free agent, and Al-Ahli don’t want to terminate his contract, because even though he’s not registered for Saudi Pro League games, after Galeno arrived, and they had to remove somebody from their roster, he’s still eligible for the Asian Champions League.

“And Al-Ahli want to keep Firmino until the end of the season and then resolve his future then.”

The latest on the Brazilian is that he made his return for Al-Ahli earlier today, scoring in a 4-2 win over Al-Gharafa.

Guardiola eyes Wirtz deal

Monday 17 February 2025 20:30 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Huge news coming out of Manchester City!

According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Pep Guardiola has chosen Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz as the perfect replacement for Kevin De Bruyne.

It’s claimed that Man City tried to sign the midfielder in the January transfer window, but a deal failed to materialise.

All eyes will now turn to the summer, though City will apparently have to pay €100m (£83m) plus include a sell-on clause.

Casemiro message

Monday 17 February 2025 18:00 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Casemiro has expressed a desire to see out the remainder of his contract at Manchester United.

The former Real Madrid stalwart has received intense criticism for his performances during another dismal Premier League season overall at Old Trafford, struggling under both Erik ten Hag and successor Ruben Amorim, who seems to have made it clear that he is not part of his plans moving forward.

Casemiro has been heavily linked with moves away from Old Trafford in each of the last two transfer windows, with clubs in Saudi Arabia believed to remain keen on a deal.

However, it seems despite those well-documented struggles on the pitch that the 32-year-old is aiming to complete a contract that runs until the summer of 2026 – with a club option for a further year surely very unlikely to be triggered – and reportedly pays him around £300,000 a week.

Read the full story here!

Man United in line for Greenwood windfall as offer revealed

Monday 17 February 2025 15:10 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Mason Greenwood could be on the move again in potentially great news for Manchester United.

Greenwood joined Marseille for a reported £26.6m fee last summer and has enjoyed a fine season thus far to attract interest from Ligue 1 rivals Paris Saint-Germain.

According to Fichajes, PSG have made a formal offer of €75million (£62m) for Greenwood.

The Manchester Evening News state that if Marseille do cash in on Greenwood this summer, Man United will be entitled to a sell-on fee of between 40 to 50 per cent.

In addition, the report states that if the sell-on clause stands at 40 per cent, then the Reds will receive £25 million from the transfer but if it stands at the full 50 per cent, United would be entitled to €37.5m (£31.1m).

Having said that, PSG apparently face competition from Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid.

Alexander Isak price tag set

Monday 17 February 2025 06:44 , Jonathan Gorrie

Newcastle star Alexander Isak is reportedly of interest to Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea.

While signing him won’t be easy, perhaps there’s a chance if the Magpies do not qualify for the Champions League.

According to Spanish outlet Sport, Barcelona are also keen and believe the Sweden star could be available for around £80m in that event.

Man Utd hijack Mateo Retegui move

Monday 17 February 2025 06:39 , Jonathan Gorrie

Atalanta and Italy forward Mateo Retegui is another star being linked with the Gunners.

Caught Offside suggest Arsenal have made contact over a move but they also claim Manchester United are very interested.

Matheus Cunha transfer update

Monday 17 February 2025 06:37 , Jonathan Gorrie

Arsenal have long been linked with a move for Matheus Cunha, despite him having signed a new deal at Wolves recently.

Still, according to Football Insider, the Gunners target is set to leave this summer – regardless of whether or not they stay in the Premier League.

Liverpool told to sign Micky van de Ven

Sunday 16 February 2025 21:22 , Alex Young

Liverpool have been told to look to Tottenham for Virgil van Dijk’s replacement, should their captain leave for a free transfer at the end of the season.

Robbie Fowler said: “I’m the sort of fan that thinks if you’re not out there signing good players then you’re slipping behind the competition and are slipping backwards.

“If you’re not doing that and improving the squad you can plateau. When it comes to Micky van de Ven, he’s a very, very good player despite having his injury problems. I think he is strong, fast and I think he would look right in a Liverpool shirt

“I know Tottenham fans won’t want to hear that but it’s a compliment to him as a player that I think the league leaders should have a look at him.”

Chelsea plot £83m Kounde move

Sunday 16 February 2025 10:21 , Giuseppe Muro

Chelsea are prepared to pay £83m to sign Jules Kounde from Barcelona in the summer.

The Blues want to strengthen their defence for next season and Spainish outlet Diario Sport claim Kounde is among their key targets.

But Barcelona do not want to sell the 26-year-old France centre-back and plan to offer him a new contract.

Barcelona are expected to sign Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer and will look to sell at least one of their existing centre-back options.

But Andreas Christensen is said to be their favourite to be moved on.

Arsenal target 20-goal Serie A star

Sunday 16 February 2025 10:16 , Giuseppe Muro

Arsenal might have found a part-time solution to their striker crisis in Mikel Merino, but the Gunners are already pressing ahead with plans to sign a big-money No9 in the summer.

The Gunners and Manchester United are said to be among the clubs interested in Atalanta star Mateo Retegui, who has scored an incredible 20 goals in 22 Serie A games this season.

That red-hot form has prompted Arsenal to make “initial contacts” with Atalanta over a summer move, according to CaughtOffside.

Juventus, Napoli, Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa are also said to be interested in Retegui, who was born in Argentina but plays for Italy.

Rashford still hopes to seal Barcelona transfer

Sunday 16 February 2025 10:08 , Giuseppe Muro

Marcus Rashford has not given up hope of joining Barcelona this summer.

Barcelona sporting director Deco said this week that the Spanish giants are not “desperate” to sign the Manchester United star who has just joined Aston Villa on loan.

Deco said: “It’s true there was talk of Rashford – but we weren’t desperately looking for a player either.”

Villa have an option to sign Rashford on a permanent basis in the summer but, according to the Sun, the 27-year-old still hopes to move to Barcelona.

Chelsea ready to swoop for teenager

Sunday 16 February 2025 10:02 , Giuseppe Muro

Chelsea are ready to raid Crystal Palace for 17-year-old winger Jesse Derry.

Derry is set to leave Palace after rejecting a professional contract and Chelsea are planning to swoop to sign the son of Palace cult hero Shaun.

Top European clubs are said to be keen on Derry, with Bayern Munich, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid all said to have scouted him closely.

But, according to the Sun, Chelsea are set to make their move.

Palace will only get minimal training compensation which is set by a tribunal.

Liverpool keen on Tottenham star

Sunday 16 February 2025 09:54 , Giuseppe Muro

Liverpool are set to be in the market for a new centre-back in the summer and Arne Slot is said to be “very keen” on signing Micky van de Ven from Tottenham.

Even if Virgil van Dijk signs a new contract at Anfield, Liverpool want to strengthen their backline for next season.

And Football Insider claim Van de Ven is “hugely rated” by his Dutch compatriot Slot.

The report says Van de Ven is viewed as an “elite Champions League level” player by Liverpool, who feel he is capable of partnering Ibrahima Konate or Van Dijk.

PSG keen on Konate

Saturday 15 February 2025 09:06 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Paris Saint-Germain are keen to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate in the summer.

The La Liga giants are seeking to bolster their defence and find a long-term partner for Marquinhos as well as a long-term replacement for the centre-back who turns 31 in May.

Furthermore, ESPN claim Konate is interested in a move to PSG.

Man City join Wirtz race

Saturday 15 February 2025 08:59 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Manchester City are planning to continue their squad overhaul this summer.

According to Football Insider, City are among the frontrunners to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.

However, the reigning Premier League champions face strong competition from Bayern Munich.

Arteta drops free agent striker hint as Arsenal consider options

Friday 14 February 2025 11:47 , Jonathan Gorrie

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are open to bringing in a free agent to solve their injury crisis in attack.

The Gunners are desperately short on attacking options after Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz suffered hamstring injuries.

Read the full story here!

Alexander Isak open to Liverpool move

Friday 14 February 2025 07:52 , Jonathan Gorrie

Alexander Isak is another to have been strongly linked with Arsenal but perhaps the Swede has other ideas.

While the striker could of course eventually stay at Newcastle if they qualify for the Champions League, TEAMtalk suggest he’s open to a move to Liverpool.

Nico Williams drops major Arsenal hint

Friday 14 February 2025 07:49 , Jonathan Gorrie

This could be some brilliant news for Arsenal fans.

According to a report in Spain, Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams has indicated he is set to join the Gunners.

It is claimed Williams has told some of his Spain teammates that he’s heading for the Emirates Stadium…

Dean Huijsen to Man Utd latest

Friday 14 February 2025 07:45 , Jonathan Gorrie

Manchester United are the latest club to be linked with a move for Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen.

Still, according to The Sun, Real Madrid could hijack any interest in the defender, who has impressed since joining from Juventus.

Huijsen is believed to have a release clause worth around £55m in his deal which becomes active next summer…

Liverpool enter Isak race

Thursday 13 February 2025 23:02 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Arsenal face competition from Liverpool for the signing of Alexander Isak.

According to Team Talk, Arne Slot’s side are keen to sign a new striker in the summer, amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Darwin Nunez.

Isak is on the shortlist and Liverpool are considering him as an option.

However, the chances of getting a deal done are slim due to the Newcastle’s apparent price-tag of over £120million.

Gyokeres latest

Thursday 13 February 2025 23:00 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Manchester United are unlikely to sign Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres this summer, for two reasons.

Firstly, as reported by The Athletic, the Swede wants to join a Champions League team. Currently, Man United’s best chance of qualifying is via winning the Europa League.

Secondly, INEOS would be reluctant to commit big money to a player who turns 27 in the summer.

DONE DEAL

Thursday 13 February 2025 20:00 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

A legendary career continues!

Arsenal have announced that Kim Little will be staying with the club until at least June 2026

A statement reads: “We’re delighted to announce that the club and Kim Little have agreed to exercise the option to extend Kim’s contract by a year, keeping her at Arsenal until at least June 2026.”

Barcelona plot Sesko move

Thursday 13 February 2025 16:30 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Barcelona are stepping up their efforts to sign a striker this summer and it could be bad news for Arsenal.

According to Diario Sport, the La Liga giants have been priced out for Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, so they are considering other options.

The report states they could thwart the Gunners, by triggering the release clause in Benjamin Sesko’s RB Leipzig contract which is believed to be around £65million.

Chelsea line up move for Gittens

Thursday 13 February 2025 14:07 , Matt Verri

Borussia Dortmund are open to selling Jamie Gittens this summer and Chelsea are among those interested.

BILD report that Dortmund value the winger at around £66m and are expecting to receive offers from a number of Europe’s biggest clubs.

It’s claimed that Chelsea are interested in the 21-year-old winger, who spent some time at their academy as an eight-year old.

Real Madrid to step up Trent Alexander-Arnold efforts

Thursday 13 February 2025 10:05 , Matt Verri

Real Madrid still have Trent Alexander-Arnold as their top transfer priority.

The Telegraph report that no agreement has yet been reached, despite Alexander-Arnold being able to negotiate as he enters the final months of his Liverpool contract.

However, Real are believed to be confident of securing the 26-year-old, even if Alexander-Arnold is unlikely to allow distractions as he targets another Premier League title with Liverpool.

Arsenal favourites to land Nico Williams

Thursday 13 February 2025 08:02 , Matt Verri

Arsenal are in pole position to sign Nico Williams this summer.

That’s according to Spanish publication Fichajes, with it reported that Mikel Arteta continues to insist that the Gunners make a move for the winger, who has a £48m release clause.

It is claimed that Williams has decided he will leave Athletic Bilbao at the end of the season, and Arsenal believe they can beat Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester City to his signature.

Man City transfer priority

Wednesday 12 February 2025 16:30 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Manchester City must make a new goalkeeper part of their summer rebuild after Ederson’s Real Madrid nightmare, Jamie Carragher has warned.

Despite making a series of key saves earlier in the night, Ederson was at the heart of yet another late City implosion as Real came from 2-1 down to claim a 3-2 victory in the first-leg of the giants’ Champions League playoff clash.

Pep Guardiola’s men led until the 86th-minute, when Ederson’s poor kick out led to the visitors’s equaliser, scored by former City man Brahim Díaz.

Read the full story here!

Arsenal make enquiry

Wednesday 12 February 2025 13:34 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Arsenal will continue to monitor Stoke City youngster Jaden Dixon after making an enquiry for the defender on transfer deadline day.

According to Football Insider, the Gunners are looking to fill the void left by Ayden Heaven’s move to Manchester United and have identified Dixon as a potential candidate.

The 17-year-old joined Stoke in 2023 after leaving Tottenham and has made six first-team appearances across all competitions this season.

Arsenal make decision on free agent signing

Wednesday 12 February 2025 13:14 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has sustained a torn hamstring, with reports suggesting he could miss the rest of the season.

This leaves the Gunners short of options in attack as Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli are currently sidelined at the moment.

Not signing a forward in the January transfer window is looking like a gamble that has backfired on Mikel Arteta and company.

Though, Arsenal could look at some free agents to help bolster the numbers.

However, that won’t be the case as TBR Football claim the north London outfit aren’t in the market to sign a free agent.

Isak offer

Wednesday 12 February 2025 12:30 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Fabrizio Romano has revealed that while Alexander Isak is on Arsenal’s radar ahead of the summer transfer window, Newcastle are planning to offer the striker a new contract.

“The other name, the dream target [for Arsenal], is Alexander Isak. But, obviously in this case, it all depends on the final Premier League table position for Newcastle – Champions League football or not,” Romano said.

“Newcastle plan to advance in talks to offer a new contract for Isak, but we have to see what’s gonna happen there because Arteta is in love with Isak, and Sesko is also very high on the list.”

Salah latest

Wednesday 12 February 2025 10:33 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Mohamed Salah is “closer to leaving Liverpool than staying”, says former teammate Dejan Lovren.

Salah, along with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, is now into the final four months of his contract at Anfield.

Currently, the Egypt international is free to sign a pre-contract agreement with teams outside of England amid strong links to Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal.

Lovren, who is a close friend of Salah having spent three years together on Merseyside, has shared a rather worrying update with regards to the winger’s future.

“I think he is close to leaving. Right now I think he is closer to leaving than staying,” Lovren told WinWin. “That’s what I know, that’s my feeling. I obviously hope that the situation changes.’

Read the full story here!

Manchester United seal Quenda deal

Wednesday 12 February 2025 08:10 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Manchester United have already tied up their first deal of the summer transfer window.

According to A Bola, Geovany Quenda’s move to Old Trafford is considered a done deal for £50m.

The report states that no other clubs can enter the race for the talented Sporting CP youngster.

Al Hilal make move for Mohamed Salah

Tuesday 11 February 2025 23:00 , Jonathan Gorrie

Mohamed Salah is able to talk to foreign clubs, with his Liverpool contract set to expire this summer.

While the Reds will no doubt hope they can keep their star man, teams in Saudi Arabia are keen.

According to GIVEMESPORT, Al Hilal have approached Liverpool to understand the very latest on Salah’s future, with the Saudi Pro League side keen on landing him before the Club World Cup this summer.

Man Utd still keen on Geovany Quenda

Tuesday 11 February 2025 19:30 , Jonathan Gorrie

Manchester United were strongly linked with Sporting star Geovany Quenda during the summer but could not get a deal over the line.

That could change come the summer, however.

According to the Manchester Evening News, the Red Devils remain on Quenda’s trail and could revisit their interest at the end of the season.

Chelsea to launch Nico Williams bid

Tuesday 11 February 2025 16:30 , Jonathan Gorrie

Chelsea did not make any blockbuster moves in January but all that could change by the time the summer rolls around.

According to TEAMtalk, the Blues are lining up a major double swoop on Spain star Nico Williams, as well as Bournemouth defender Dean Hujsen.

Still, it remains to be seen if rival interest complicates matters for Chelsea at the end of the season.

Chelsea complete deal for Dastan Satpaev

Tuesday 11 February 2025 12:37 , George Flood

Chelsea have signed 16-year-old wonderkid Dastan Satpaev, with the Kazakhstani forward to join the Blues when he turns 18, reports Dom Smith.

Satpaev currently plays for reigning Kazakhstan Premier League champions FC Kairat Almaty.

Kairat have confirmed that Satpaev will head to Stamford Bridge on a five-year deal that includes the option of a further year once he turns 18, which is not until August 2026.

It comes after the teenager had a successful trial at Chelsea back in November.

Click here to read the full story

Isak deserves ‘bigger and better’ than Arsenal… like Liverpool or Man City

Tuesday 11 February 2025 12:30 , Alex Young

Paul Scholes says Alexander Isak deserves “bigger and better” than Arsenal.

The Gunners have long been linked with the Newcastle striker, who has at times been touted as Mikel Arteta’s ‘dream’ signing.

Isak is expected to leave Newcastle in the future, and could command a fee in excess of the £105million Arsenal paid for Declan Rice.

But Scholes believes the Sweden star is destined for greater things.

“Everyone loves him but I don’t see a possibility of him going to Arsenal,” Scholes said on The Overlap. “He needs to go bigger and better.

“We’re talking about Real Madrid here, Liverpool need a centre forward. I think Arsenal would be an option but I think they would be down the list of options.”

Read more here!

Why Harry Kane to Arsenal move ‘makes sense’

Tuesday 11 February 2025 10:00 , Alex Young

Harry Kane “suits Arsenal down to the ground”, says Joe Cole, as the Tottenham legend is tipped to make a stunning move to the north London rivals.

“I can see the logic with Harry Kane joining Arsenal – stranger things have happened,” former Chelsea man Cole told Paddy Power.

“He’s gone to Germany, and he’s carried on where he left off. The man just oozes goals. For Arsenal, as a footballer, he would be the perfect last piece in the jigsaw – he suits them down to the ground.

“I can’t see it, however, there’s such a wrench between the two clubs. I think it would be too much for Harry. Sol Campbell joining Arsenal from Spurs was a bit different to this, but from a football perspective, it makes a lot of sense, because he is perfect for their style of football.”

Read more here!

Manchester United and Tottenham join Matheus Cunha race

Tuesday 11 February 2025 07:44 , Alex Young

Manchester United and Tottenham are both keeping tabs on Matheus Cunha after the Wolves star inserted a release clause into his new contract.

The Brazilian has signed a new four-and-a-half-year deal with Wolves but reportedly remains open to leaving the club in the summer.

Cunha is said to be available for around £62million thanks to a release clause he insisted upon alongside his improved terms, which has prompted interest from both United and Spurs according to AS.

Arsenal remain longer-term admirers.

Real Madrid ready world-record bid for William Saliba

Tuesday 11 February 2025 07:05 , Alex Young

Real Madrid have made Arsenal defender William Saliba a priority signing for the summer transfer window.

They plan on signing Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer and then will launch a world-record bid for Saliba.

That’s according to RMC Sport, who report that while Saliba is not for sale, the Gunners may struggle to turn down bids in excess of £80m for the France star.

Arsenal reignite Joan Garcia deal

Tuesday 11 February 2025 06:56 , Alex Young

Arsenal are expected to reach an agreement to sign Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia.

Football Insider claim that the Gunners will reignite their interest in the 23-year-old after failing to land the keeper last year.

It is hoped that Garcia would provide stiff competition to David Raya, after loan signing Neto proved a stop-gap option this season.

Garcia would join Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi in early summer deals for Mikel Arteta.

Manchester United and Chelsea in Liam Delap battle

Monday 10 February 2025 23:44 , Jonathan Gorrie

Ipswich have found things difficult now they’re back in the Premier League but striker Liam Delap is certainly impressing.

Indeed, the former Manchester City youngster looks set to stay in the top flight regardless of what happens to the Tractor Boys.

According to Football Insider, both Manchester United and Chelsea are keen…

Arsenal could make move for Moise Kean

Monday 10 February 2025 23:09 , Jonathan Gorrie

Moise Kean endured a difficult time of things at Everton a few years ago now but has since rebuilt his career, starring at Fiorentina.

As such, perhaps a move back to the Premier League could be in the offing.

According to Tuttosport, Arsenal could make a move for the Italian international in a bid to answer their goalscoring woes.

Flamengo exploring Casemiro deal

Monday 10 February 2025 14:15 , Matt Verri

Casemiro could still make a mid-season move to Flamengo.

The midfielder has not started a match since December and it has been made clear that he is not part of Ruben Amorim’s plans.

Journalist Jorge Nicola reports that Flamengo are pushing to sign Casemiro, with Manchester United willing to loan him out and cover most of his salary.

The Brazilian transfer window does not close until February 28th.

Chelsea pushing to make first summer signing

Monday 10 February 2025 11:01

Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Dario Essugo.

The 19-year-old midfielder is currently on loan at Las Palmas from Sporting, and the Blues are lining up a summer move for the Portuguese teenager.

The Sun report that Chelsea are moving to wrap up a deal quickly, though Essugo is waiting for guarantees over first-team opportunities should he make the move.

Man United considered Fermin Lopez

Monday 10 February 2025 07:47 , Matt Verri

Manchester United were willing to make a big-money move for Fermin Lopez in the January transfer window.

However, Spanish publication Sport report that the Barcelona star made it clear he was not interested in leaving the club.

Both United and Aston Villa had prepared offers of around £58m for the 21-year-old.

Arsenal interested in Diogo Jota

Monday 10 February 2025 06:56 , Matt Verri

Arsenal could make a move for Diogo Jota this summer.

According to Anfield Watch, Arne Slot has grown frustrated with Jota’s injury record and Liverpool would be willing to sell at the end of the season for the right price.

It’s claimed that Arsenal are interested and, while Liverpool are reluctant to sell to a rival, they could be persuaded to do so.

Matheus Cunha still wants big move

Sunday 9 February 2025 21:14 , Alex Young

Matheus Cunha may have just signed a new Wolves contract, but he remains keen to play for a bigger club.

That’s according to Football Insider, who reports that the new Wolves contract has a £62.5million release clause and the club is expecting renewed interest in their striker in the summer.

Arsenal were interested in January but a bid never materialised, but Mikel Arteta has said the club keeping their powder dry during the winter window has strengthened their hand for the summer.

A transfer saga is afoot.

Chelsea target cut-price deal

Sunday 9 February 2025 12:39 , Giuseppe Muro

Chelsea continue to monitor Ousmane Diomande and fresh reports claim the Blues believe they could strike a deal to sign the Sporting defender in the summer.

Diomande played a key role for Sporting when Ruben Amorim was in charge and he has been linked with a reunion with his former manager at Manchester United.

But TeamTalk report Chelsea are optimistic they can secure a deal for Diomande for well below his sizeable £66.6m release clause.

Arsenal and Bayern Munich are also said to be keeping tabs on Diomande.

Crystal Palace wanted for controversial move

Sunday 9 February 2025 11:23 , Giuseppe Muro

Crystal Palace shareholder John Textor wants to sell star man Jean-Philippe Mateta to one of his other clubs next summer, according to fresh reports.

Mateta is one of the in-form strikers in the Premier League and is attracting interest from clubs around Europe, with Barcelona this week linked with the 27-year-old.

And according to the Sun, Textor wants to transfer Mateta to his French side Lyon in what would be a hugely controversial move.

Arsenal line up FOUR summer deals after ‘dry January’

Sunday 9 February 2025 11:12 , Giuseppe Muro

After their ‘dry January’, Arsenal said to be lining up four big summer transfer deals.

The Mirror report that Mikel Artea “is ready to push the button on the arrival of a new marquee striker”, with Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko top of his wishlist.

A new wide player is also a possibility and Arsenal have already agreed a £51m move for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.

The report says Arsenal “believe they will reap the rewards” of not signing anyone in January when the summer transfer window arrives.

Chelsea target new goalkeeper

Sunday 9 February 2025 10:14 , Giuseppe Muro

Cheslea are set to be in the market for a new goalkeeper in the summer and they continue to linked with a move for Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher.

Kelleher is expected to leave Anfield in the summer and TBR Football claim Chelsea are one of five clubs monitoring him, as Enzo Maresca seeks to upgrade on Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen.

Liverpool have signed Giorgi Mamardashvili, who will arrive from Valencia in the summer and is set to succeed Alisson at Anfield.

Bournemouth, Newcastle and Nottingham Forest are also said to be keen on Kelleher, while Celtic have long-standing interest.

Liverpool monitor potential Van Dijk replacement

Sunday 9 February 2025 10:07 , Giuseppe Muro

Liverpool are said to be closely monitoring Feyenoord defender David Hancko as a potential summer transfer target.

Hancko is also attracting interest from Chelsea, Tottenham, Bayern Munich and Juventus but his relationship with Arne Slot could give an advantage in any battle to sign him.

Slot worked with Hancko at Feyenoord and the 27-year-old Slovakia international could be one of the most highly-rated defenders on the market in the summer.

Hancko can play centre-back or left-back and CaughtOffside claim he is being lined up as a potential Virgil van Dijk replacement.

Maresca aims dig at outgoing Chelsea star

Sunday 9 February 2025 09:54 , Giuseppe Muro

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has aimed a parting shot at Joao Felix following his loan move to AC Milan, saying the Blues did not miss the forward in their 2-1 defeat at Brighton on Saturday.

Felix joined for £46m last summer but failed to hold down a regular starting spot under Maresca and was loaned out of Milan in January.

Chelsea looked light up front as they crashed out of the FA Cup against Brighton, but Maresca said after the defeat at the Amex: “I don’t think we miss Joao.

“Joao is happy there and we are happy Joao is happy there.”

Arsenal plot move for £50m wonderkid

Sunday 9 February 2025 09:48 , Giuseppe Muro

Arsenal are showing interest in Eintracht Frankfurt wonderkid Hugo Larsson ahead of a potential summer move for the 20-year-old midfielder.

Larsson has shone in the Bundesliga this season and a host of big European clubs are said to be interested in a player who is valued at around £50m.

CaughtOffside claim that interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool is the most advanced, but that Manchester City, Tottenham and Real Madrid are also keen.

Larsson is a Sweden international.

Chelsea prepare Semenyo bid

Sunday 9 February 2025 09:38 , Giuseppe Muro

Chelsea had a quiet January but are already plotting some big summer moves and are said to be preparing a £41.6m (€50m) bid for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo.

Semenyo has starred for Bournemouth this season and, according to reports in Spain, is being lined up as a summer transfer target at Stamford Bridge.

The 25-year-old scored again as Bournemouth beat Everton in the FA Cup on Saturday and now has nine goals in 26 appearances for Andoni Iraola’s side this season, including a goal in a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge in January.

Fichajes say Chelsea are ready to move for Semenyo in the summer as they bid to strengthen their frontline.

Arsenal wants Ramsey and Watkins

Saturday 8 February 2025 17:48 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Arsenal are plotting a double raid on Aston Villa this summer.

According to TBR Football, the Gunners are now interested in signing midfielder Jacob Ramsey as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his options in the middle of the park.

Meanwhile, the report states Arsenal aren’t ruling out a move for Ollie Watkins despite having a bid rejected in the January transfer window.

Chelsea plotting Luiz Diaz swoop

Saturday 8 February 2025 14:49 , Alex Young

Chelsea are weighing up a move for Luis Diaz this summer.

According to Antena2, the Blues are looking to take advantage of Diaz’s stalling contract talks with the Reds by swooping for the Colombian forward.

Chelsea, the report claims, will make Diaz one of their best-paid players, but Liverpool are in no mood to lose one of Arne Slot’s key attackers.

Man Utd still keen on Geovany Quenda

Saturday 8 February 2025 12:28 , Alex Young

Manchester United are expected to wrap up a deal for Sporting Lisbon winger Geovany Quenda.

Reports in Portugal claim the 17-year-old will be on his way to Old Trafford in the summer with a deal worth around £50m agreed between the two clubs.

David Ornstein has previously said United are exploring a summer deal for Quenda, but reports that no bid has yet been tabled.

The Athletic report a fee of closer to £33m.

Arsenal prepare huge Lautaro Martinez bid

Saturday 8 February 2025 10:22 , Alex Young

Arsenal’s pursuit of a new striker could take them to Inter Milan and Argentina star, Lautaro Martinez.

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Gunners are ready to go in with a huge £100m bid this summer, which would smash their club-record.

Still, given his importance to the Serie A giants, it remains to be seen if Inter would sell even at that price.

Harry Kane responds to release clause talk

Saturday 8 February 2025 09:07 , Alex Young

Harry Kane has responded to speculation that there is a clause in his Bayern Munich contract which will allow him to leave for £54m next year.

Reports circulated this week that Kane was available for £67m during the January transfer window, and that figure reduces next winter too.

Former club Tottenham are also known to have a first-refusal clause, so they can match any bid made for Kane.

Asked about the release clause, Kane told Sky Germany: “What I can say is that I’m very happy at FC Bayern. No comment on the clause.”

Real Madrid ready world-record bid for William Saliba

Saturday 8 February 2025 08:05 , Alex Young

Real Madrid have made Arsenal defender William Saliba a priority signing for the summer transfer window.

They plan on signing Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer and then will launch a world-record bid for Saliba.

That’s according to RMC Sport, who report that while Saliba is not for sale, the Gunners may struggle to turn down bids in excess of £80m for the France star.

Liverpool interested in Simons

Saturday 8 February 2025 00:01 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Earlier we reported on Manchester United’s apparent interest in Xavi Simons.

Well, latest developments, according to Sport Bild reporter Christian Falk, is that the Red Devils face strong competition from Liverpool and Manchester City.

The report claims that there is every chance Simons could leave RB Leipzig in the summer despite only recently completing a permanent move to the Bundesliga outfit.

Simons could be valued at around €80million (£66.7million) by Leipzig in the summer and Liverpool have reportedly been given the green light to pursue a deal.

Matheus Cunha release clause revealed

Friday 7 February 2025 19:30 , Jonathan Gorrie

Matheus Cunha was a man in demand during the January transfer window but ultimately remained a Wolves player.

Still, for how long that may be remains up for debate.

According to The Daily Telegraph, the Brazilian has a release clause worth £62.5million in his contract, which will become active this summer.

Crystal Palace respond to Tottenham’s move for Marc Guehi

Friday 7 February 2025 16:43 , Jonathan Gorrie

Crystal Palace rejected a significant offer from Tottenham for England defender Marc Guehi, which came late in the window.

“It was clear in our situation that we can’t sell a player on deadline day because we don’t find a replacement within a few hours. It’s just impossible,” Glasner said.

“Credit to the chairman, I think they were not really negotiations. He explained to them pretty soon that there is no chance because of our situation, and it is always Crystal Palace has to be number one in all the considerations.

“Then it was clear, we can’t sell Marc because we don’t get a replacement.”

Sergio Ramos joins Monterrey

Friday 7 February 2025 13:34 , Alex Young

Former Spain international Sergio Ramos has joined Mexican side Monterrey on a one-year deal.

The 38-year-old will arrive at the Monterrey “Rayados” seven months after leaving his boyhood club Sevilla.

“The number 93 is ready to defend the blue and white jersey,” Monterrey said alongside a video on their social media account.

Ramos made his LaLiga debut with Sevilla in the 2003-04 season and moved to Real Madrid two years later, winning 22 titles with the Spanish giants, including five LaLiga crowns, four Champions Leagues and four Club World Cups.

He spent two seasons at Paris St Germain, where he won two Ligue 1 titles, before returning to Sevilla.

Italian giants want Tottenham starlet

Friday 7 February 2025 12:00 , Alex Young

Juventus and AC Milan are both keen on Tottenham academy star Ellis Lehane.

According to reports, Spurs rejected a bid from Serie A side Lecce during the January transfer window.

The 18-year-old striker has scored seven goals in 14 appearances for the Under 18s this season.

Manchester United tipped to make Xavi Simons move

Friday 7 February 2025 11:04 , Alex Young

Manchester United have been tipped to make a move for Xavi Simons in the summer, just a week after the player signed permanently for RB Leipzig.

Simons has turned into loan move from Paris Saint-Germain into a permanent deal for around £50million, but eyebrows were raised when the player only signed a two-and-a-half-year deal.

BILD journalist Christian Falk believes Leipzig will cash in on the player in the summer.

“It’s looking likely that Leipzig will sell Xavi Simons in the summer transfer window,” he told CaughtOffside.

“It was a little bit surprising that Leipzig committed to a permanent deal with Simons. At the beginning, they didn’t think they’d get this chance, but they did it for €50m, which isn’t a lot for this kind of player. His contract, of course, isn’t that long, running just until 2027.

“So, you see, his stock is rising! Leipzig are thinking they have signed a player for €50m who has the potential to be an €80m player, so they could earn a lot of money on a potential sale. I’m sure there’s a gentleman’s agreement or a release clause, which would see Simons sold in the summer.

“Liverpool are interested, as are Manchester City and Manchester United. Xavi Simons won’t stay at Leipzig for his whole career – but everyone already knows that! Leipzig had the chance because PSG were happy to sell as they can’t loan so many players in Europe.”

Arsenal to spend big in the summer

Friday 7 February 2025 10:00 , Alex Young

After failing to secure a January signing, Arsenal are now expected to spend heavily in the summer.

The Mail reports that Arsenal believe the next window is ‘critical’ to finally winning a major trophy under Mikel Arteta.

Martin Zubimendi, who has a £52million release clause, looks certain to sign, with Jorginho and Thomas Partey leaving.

Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams and Wolves’ Matheus Cunha are target for wide forwards, and big money will be spent on a new striker with Newcastle striker Alexander Isak the dream signing.

Benjamin Sesko, though, appears the more realistic striker addition thanks to his release clause.

Arsenal had FOUR striker targets in January

Friday 7 February 2025 08:22 , Alex Young

Arsenal explored deals for four strikers during January.

The Mail report that RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel, AC Milan striker Alvaro Morata and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins were all discussed during the month.

One bid went in for Watkins, while Tel joined Tottenham on a loan-to-buy deal.

The report adds that Arsenal found that the best players just were not available with prices inflated or clubs unwilling to do business.

Chelsea confident of winning Marc Guehi race

Friday 7 February 2025 07:06 , Alex Young

Chelsea are confident Marc Guehi will join them over Tottenham this summer.

Spurs saw a £70m bid for the Crystal Palace defender rejected in the final days of the winter transfer window.

That was after Newcastle saw multiple bids rejected last summer.

But the Blues believe they will have enough pull to win the race for the England international.

Matheus Cunha release clause revealed

Thursday 6 February 2025 17:26 , Matt Verri

Matheus Cunha will be available for £62m this summer.

The Wolves striker was strongly linked with a move to Arsenal in the January window, but he will remain at his current club until at least the end of the season.

The Daily Mail report that Cunha’s latest contract has a £62m release clause in it, which could spark plenty of interest come the summer.

Harry Kane to Arsenal? Shock claim after release clause revealed

Thursday 6 February 2025 13:09 , Jonathan Gorrie

Arsenal legend Paul Merson claims he “wouldn’t be surprised” if England captain Harry Kane joined the Gunners.

News of Kane’s release clause in his contract at Bayern Munich emerged earlier this week, with German outlet BILD claiming it would soon decrease from £67m to £54m.

Read the full story here!

Willian explains return to Fulham as free transfer made official

Thursday 6 February 2025 10:51 , Jonathan Gorrie

Fulham have confirmed Willian has returned to the club as a free agent.

A deal was agreed on deadline day, but there was no need for the move to be completed before Monday’s 11pm deadline as Willian had been without a club.

The 36-year-old left Olympiacos in December, just three months after he signed for the Greek club following the expiring of his contract at Fulham.

Willian has now secured a return to the Premier League and Craven Cottage, signing a contract until the end of the season. The Brazilian will wear the No.22 shirt.

Read the full story here!

Harry Kane release clause revealed

Thursday 6 February 2025 08:43 , Jonathan Gorrie

Well, well, well.

Could Harry Kane soon be on the move again?

According to BILD, the England captain will soon have a release clause worth £54million in his contract.

The Telegraph suggest Tottenham have first refusal, although it remains to be seen if any of the other Premier League giants opt to make a move.

Viktor Gyokeres price tag update

Thursday 6 February 2025 08:01 , Jonathan Gorrie

Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres was one of the major names being linked with a move during the January transfer window, albeit he remained in the Portuguese capital.

Still, perhaps a move could become more realistic in the summer.

According to iNews, the Lisbon giants would be willing to part ways with their star striker for around £60m.

Chelsea interested in Daniel Munoz

Thursday 6 February 2025 06:52 , Jonathan Gorrie

Chelsea didn’t make any huge moves during January but all that could change come the summer time.

Daniel Munoz has so far impressed during his first year at Crystal Palace and could be in line for a short trip across London soon.

According to Atenta 2, the Blues are interested in the Colombia international.

Arsenal remain confident of Martin Zubimendi deal

Thursday 6 February 2025 06:45 , Jonathan Gorrie

It’s not just a striker who Arsenal could reportedly look to sign.

Martin Zubimendi has been strongly linked with a move to the Gunners, although news has gone a little cold since.

However, according to Football London, Arsenal remain confident about doing a deal for the midfielder.

Arsenal prepare huge Lautaro Martinez bid

Thursday 6 February 2025 06:41 , Jonathan Gorrie

Arsenal’s pursuit of a new striker could take them to Inter Milan and Argentina star, Lautaro Martinez.

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Gunners are ready to go in with a huge £100m bid this summer, which would smash their club-record.

Still, given his importance to the Serie A giants, it remains to be seen if Inter would sell even at that price.

Tottenham to return for Tyler Dibling

Wednesday 5 February 2025 23:00 , Alex Young

Tottenham expected to reignite interest in Southampton’s Tyler Dibling.

Spurs have held talks over the 18-year-old winger but were put off by the Saints’ demands of an astronomical fee, well in excess of their reported £55million asking price.

Dibling will have two years remaining on his contract at St Mary’s in the summer, when Spurs could be among a number of clubs to reassess his situation, particularly if rock-bottom Saints are relegated from the Premier League.

Manchester United keen on Douglas Luiz

Wednesday 5 February 2025 21:00 , Alex Young

Manchester United are interested in a move for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz.

The 26-year-old has struggled for regular minutes in Turin since arriving from Aston Villa last summer.

Luiz was linked with Manchester City in the January window and the Daily Mail report that United are also admirers of the Brazilian.

Harry Kane release clause revealed

Wednesday 5 February 2025 19:00 , Alex Young

Harry Kane has a release clause in his Bayern contract.

The Telegraph report that Kane was available £67 million during the January transfer window, and will be available for £54m next January.

Tottenham have a first-option agreement, meaning they can match any bid made for Kane but the player would still be open to choose his future.

Bayern are already preparing for Kane’s exit, with RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres the two preferred possible replacements.

Chelsea failed with huge Murillo bid

Wednesday 5 February 2025 16:28 , Alex Young

Chelsea failed to sign Murillo during January it what would have been a club-record sale for Nottingham Forest.

The Telegraph report that Forest refused to discuss the defender’s exit and a new contract has since been rewarded.

One to watch in the summer?

Arsenal prepare Nico Williams bid

Wednesday 5 February 2025 16:25 , Alex Young

After opting against a deal for Mathys Tel, Arsenal are reportedly willing to turn their attentions back to Nico Williams.

FootballTransfers reports the winger remains Mikel Arteta’s priority signing and that the Gunners have tried to land the Spain international during the winter window but no no avail.

Having said that, the report claims it is a case they will revisit in the summer with Arsenal even ready to pay above Williams’ release figure of €58 million (£48.2 million) to get the deal done.

Man Utd make Alejandro Garnacho decision

Wednesday 5 February 2025 09:44 , Jonathan Gorrie

Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo ultimately remained at Manchester United during the January transfer window.

Still, how long they actually stay is up for debate.

According to The Guardian, the Red Devils are willing to sell the winger this summer.

Paul Pogba transfer news

Wednesday 5 February 2025 08:08 , Jonathan Gorrie

Paul Pogba remains without a club but a return to football could be in the offing.

In fact, Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has urged the Red Devils to make a stunning move to allow Pogba to train with Ruben Amorim’s side.

Could a THIRD spell at Old Trafford be on the cards?

Matheus Cunha still wants big move

Tuesday 4 February 2025 23:00 , Alex Young

Matheus Cunha may have just signed a new Wolves contract, but he remains keen to play for a bigger club.

That’s according to Football Insider, who reports that the new Wolves contract has a £62.5million release clause and the club is expecting renewed interest in their striker in the summer.

Arsenal were interested in January but a bid never materialised, but Mikel Arteta has said the club keeping their powder dry during the winter window has strengthened their hand for the summer.

A transfer saga is afoot.

Tyrell Malacia on PSV move

Tuesday 4 February 2025 22:39 , Alex Young

“I’m happy to be here. Finally playing good football again.

“I am coming off a long injury, but by now I am fit and know that my time will come again. In every tough period there are also positive elements and in this case that is that I have become much stronger physically and mentally.

“I have more patience, am more mature, know my body better and things like that. I’m ready to pop and hopefully win several prizes with PSV.”

DONE DEAL

Tuesday 4 February 2025 22:35 , Alex Young

Manchester United confirmed Tyrell Malacia’s loan move to PSV.

The Dutch club have also confirmed the existence of a buy option in the move.

Tyrell Malacia finalising PSV loan move

Tuesday 4 February 2025 21:06 , Alex Young

Manchester United have sent Tyrell Malacia on loan to PSV.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the left-back will spend the rest of the season with the Eredivisie side.

PSV can make the move permanent for £8million.

DONE DEAL

Tuesday 4 February 2025 20:38 , Alex Young

Confirmation of those earlier reports from The Sun, as Tottenham have announced the signing of young forward Mason Melia.

He will join next January, after he turned 18 in September.

A real transfer coup for Spurs.

Read more here!

Spurs beat Arsenal to Mason Melia signing

Tuesday 4 February 2025 19:18 , Alex Young

Tottenham are set to sign Irish wonderkid Mason Melia, according to The Sun.

The 17-year-old has been playing first-team football for St Patrick’s Athletic in the League of Ireland Premier Division since last season and is considered a hugely talent prospect.

Arsenal scouts have been tracking him for well over two years, but it is Spurs who have won the race for Melia.

Melia cannot move to the UK until he turns 18 due to Brexit rules.

Harry Kane reacts to Mathys Tel loan move to Tottenham

Tuesday 4 February 2025 17:33 , Alex Young

Harry Kane believes Tottenham is the ideal club for loan signing Mathys Tel to fulfil his potential.

France Under-21 international Tel had struggled to break into Vincent Kompany’s plans at the Allianz Arena, and saw his game time diminishing significantly.

Spurs’ record goalscorer Kane left for Germany in August 2023 and played alongside Tel with Bayern.

The England captain has no doubt his former Bayern team-mate can go on to make an impact as part of Ange Postecoglou’s squad.

“It is a great move for both parties. Mathys is a great guy, really hard-working and full of potential,” Kane said in a chat with fans on the Cleats Club app.

Read more here!

Mathis Amougou on joining Chelsea

Tuesday 4 February 2025 16:33 , Alex Young

“I’m very happy. It’s an honour for me to sign for such a big club like Chelsea.

“They believe in young players and the process they have in place to develop us is fantastic.”

DONE DEAL

Tuesday 4 February 2025 16:32 , Alex Young

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Saint-Etienne midfielder Mathis Amougou in a deal worth around £12million.

The 19-year-old has signed a long-term contract.

Chelsea were scouring the market for a new midfielder and struck a deal for Amougou on Deadline Day.

Amougou is expected to be integrated into Enzo Maresca’s first-team squad for the remainder of the season, with a loan to sister club Strasbourg an option next season.

Read more here!

Arteta ‘disappointed’ by Arsenal failure to sign a striker a January

Tuesday 4 February 2025 15:16 , Alex Young

Mikel Arteta has admitted Arsenal are “disappointed” by their failure to sign a striker in January.

The Gunners wanted to bring in a new forward but failed in a move for Ollie Watkins and ultimately did not get anyone in.

Speaking on Tuesday, Arteta said: “We had a clear intention. We haven’t achieved it. So we are disappointed.

“But we are aware that we only want to bring certain types of players, so we have to be disciplined.”

Arsenal made a bid for Watkins but Aston Villa chose to sell Jhon Duran to Al Nassr instead.

Read more here!

Arsenal hold firm on Zinchenko

Tuesday 4 February 2025 14:45 , Matt Verri

Arsenal refused to let Oleksandr Zinchenko leave the club on loan in the January window.

There was interest from Borussia Dortmund and it had appeared likely that Zinchenko, who has started only two Premier League matches this season, would leave.

However, The Athletic report that Dortmund were keen on a loan move, while the Gunners made it clear they would only allow a permanent sale.

Chelsea confirm Joao Felix exit

Tuesday 4 February 2025 14:28 , Giuseppe Muro

Chelsea have confirmed Joao Felix has joined AC Milan on loan for the rest of the season.

Felix has made just nine starts for the Blues since his £44.5m move to Stamford Bridge last summer.

His loan deal ends on June 1 so the 25-year-old will be available to play for Chelsea at the Club World Cup.

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