Thursday 29 January 2026

Transfer news & transfer rumors

Man Utd bosses split over giving Harry Maguire a new contract…they shouldn’t be

Harry Maguire will be a free agent in the summer and can talk to other clubs now - but Manchester United should show him some...

Real Madrid target Aston Villa's Unai Emery as next manager with contact made

Unai Emery has done a stunning job with Aston Villa after transforming the side from relegation candidates into regular European qualifiers but it appears that...

Arne Slot drops Liverpool transfer hint after Jeremie Frimpong injury

Liverpool picked up yet another injury in their 6-0 win against Qarabag in the Champions League and Arne Slot has hinted that his side could...

Crystal Palace close in on Jorgen Strand Larsen deal to clear way for Jean-Philippe Mateta exit

Eagles are in the market for a new striker as top scorer wants out

Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool eye Upamecano deal as Arsenal in surprise negotiations

Welcome to today's Express Sport transfer blog, where we will be with you for any and all updates in the transfer window.

Man Utd make final decision on Cole Palmer transfer as INEOS ready to spend

Manchester United have decided on their transfer targets after being linked with Cole Palmer

Man Utd reach Cole Palmer transfer decision as Michael Carrick midfield shortlist emerges

EXCLUSIVE Manchester United have come to a decision over a transfer bid for Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer as they have identified their primary midfield targets

Liverpool have to sanction emergency transfer to stop season completely falling apart

Liverpool must act with only days left in the January transfer window.

Barry-Murphy update on Liverpool transfer link as Cardiff City midfielder tipped for exit

The Bluebirds are keen to add before the transfer deadline on Monday

Man Utd stance on blockbuster Cole Palmer transfer with summer window priority decided

Manchester United have been heavily linked with a summer move for Cole Palmer, with suggestions the England international would be open to a switch to...

Liverpool news: Arne Slot transfer plans for injury crisis as star is 'waiting to sign'

The January transfer window is on the verge of slamming shut and Liverpool are facing pressure to strengthen their defensive options for under pressure Arne...

Arsenal reach agreement to sell defender on permanent deal before transfer deadline

Arsenal are set to wave goodbye to 20-year-old Albanian defender Maldini Kacurri, who was named after the great AC Milan captain Paolo Maldini

Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta to fight Man Utd for £48m transfer as manager and boss at odds

Arsenal are preparing for a busy end to the January transfer window with bids planned and exits scheduled for the Premier League and Champions League...

Man Utd news: Shock Patrick Dorgu replacement as Michael Carrick told £22m transfer fee

Manchester United are targeting signings as they look to strengthen their squad for a top-four Premier League push under new interim manager Michael Carrick

Rangers' transfer window managed by AI as Danilo quits and Ryan Naderi joins

As the 2026 January transfer window enters its final days, Rangers find themselves in a title race under Danny Rohl. Here is the strategy to...

Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta 'eager' for £48m signing as club chief makes shock admission

The January transfer window is very nearly over with several Arsenal decisions to be made, even though focus is firmly on their summer recruitment drive.

Liverpool transfer news: Dayot Upamecano 'waiting' to sign as deal terms sent

Liverpool are facing a defensive crisis with injuries and selection issues plaguing Arne Slot's options

Man Utd transfer news: Shock Patrick Dorgu replacement as £40m fee is set

Manchester United transfer news as a door is opened for a big left winger arrival and an update on Emiliano Martinez emerges

Man Utd eye Chelsea star who has already seen £22m transfer collapse this season

Manchester United have already started planning for the 2026 summer transfer window and the Red Devils could potentially launch a raid on one of their...

Liverpool: Arne Slot reveals new four-man selection update amid transfer question

Reds boss asked if emergency signings could be considered amid worsening injury problems

Tottenham: Thomas Frank sends message to Randal Kolo Muani amid transfer rumours

Striker linked with return to Juventus but Spurs boss has other ideas

Liverpool urged to make shock transfer move by signing £80m Man Utd star

Liverpool are already planning for this year's summer transfer window and the Premier League champions have been offered some outlandish advice from one of their...

Arsenal news: Martin Odegaard transfer talk as midfielder speaks about 'permanent' move

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has shared his advice to Ethan Nwaneri about loan moves, while Christian Norgaard remains linked with an Ajax transfer as the...

Man Utd news: Bruno Fernandes replacement identified as 'green light' given for £70m deal

Manchester United are preparing for a major summer transfer window as the Red Devils have seemingly identified a replacement for Bruno Fernandes

Man Utd transfer news: Bruno Fernandes replacement identified as £70m deal approved

Manchester United are planning a summer squad overhaul and received the green light to replace Bruno Fernandes.

Chelsea 'close in on double transfer' with Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City to miss out

Chelsea are reportedly set to win the race for an exciting double transfer.

Arsenal transfer news: Martin Odegaard chat emerges as midfielder ‘open’ to permanent exit

Arsenal are preparing to face Kairat in the Champions League on the pitch as the end of the January transfer window approaches off it

Man Utd transfer news: Bruno Fernandes replacement named as green light given for £70m deal

Manchester United transfer round-up as a successor for Bruno Fernandes is named and a Serie A star comes onto the club's radar

Liverpool transfer news: Forward set to leave as new target 'under consideration'

Liverpool could still be active in the January transfer window with just days to go until it slams shut

Oscar Bobb: Fulham agree £27m deal to sign Man City winger

Norway star had fallen down the pecking order at the Etihad

Raheem Sterling releases blunt eight-word statement after Chelsea contract torn up

Raheem Sterling has issued a short statement after his Chelsea exit was confirmed.

Raheem Sterling's Chelsea exit confirmed as £325,000-per-week contract ripped up

Raheem Sterling is a free agent after the 31-year-old had his £325,000 Chelsea contract terminated by the club on Wednesday, 18 months after last playing...

Chelsea tear up Raheem Sterling's contract as club set to fork out millions

Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea by mutual consent after three-and-a-half seasons at Stamford Bridge.

West Ham issue statement after Lucas Paqueta bid accepted

Brazilian gets his wish to return to his boyhood club

Harvey Elliott gets new transfer verdict with Liverpool star urged to make U-turn

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott hasn't played since October during his Aston Villa loan spell and the England Under-21 star's future remains uncertain

Ryan Reynolds faces clear Wrexham transfer demand as £47.8m cash boost confirmed

Wrexham are being encouraged to spend big as they chase a potential fourth consecutive promotion

West Ham accept £36m Lucas Paqueta bid from Flamengo

Midfielder finally gets his wish to return to his boyhood club

Ryan Reynolds given clear Wrexham transfer instruction after huge £47.8m cash injection

Wrexham are being urged to splash the cash during the January transfer window

Viktor Gyokeres feels effects of Arsenal transfer as value falls after £55m deal

Viktor Gyokeres has endured a tough time at Arsenal and not been able to replicate his form from Sporting CP since returning to British football...

Who is Manchester United target Mohamed Kader Meite? Why fans should be excited by 'elite talent'

French wonderkid is viewed as one of the biggest young talents in Europe

Michael Carrick's comments about Cole Palmer speak volumes as star 'open to Man Utd deal'

Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick made his thoughts clear on Cole Palmer with the Chelsea star linked with a transfer to Old Trafford.

Cardiff City target Liverpool defender amid stiff competition

The Bluebirds are keen to add a left-back before Monday's deadline

Harry Maguire transfer talks accelerate as Man Utd star faces contract dilemma

Manchester United star Harry Maguire is out of contract at the end of the season with Red Devils chiefs in a dilemma over whether to...

Liverpool missed out on signing their own Roy Keane who is 'exactly what they need'

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has branded Declan Rice the 'modern-day Roy Keane' and says the Reds should have signed the midfielder back in 2023.

Managing Tottenham as £35m star signs contract and Maghnes Akliouche joins in £43m deal

Tottenham Hotspur have plenty of transfer business to consider in the final days of the January window after selling Brennan Johnson and signing Conor Gallagher

Liverpool run into new issue as they try to complete striker deal before window closes

Liverpool could send one of their brightest stars out on loan in the closing days of the January transfer window but Reds chiefs need to...

Liverpool transfer blunder pinpointed with Arsenal star who could've replaced TWO at Anfield

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes the Reds made a huge mistake not signing one Arsenal player who offers what Arne Slot is lacking at Anfield

Man Utd can sign their next Juan Mata to hand Michael Carrick perfect gift

Cole Palmer is a boyhood Manchester United fan and the Chelsea star is reportedly considering his future at Stamford Bridge amid interest from Old Trafford

'I had to make transfer after Liverpool came calling – I didn't break my promise though'

Despite initially pledging his allegiance to his club, a former Premier League star still secured a massive transfer to Liverpool

Jamie Carragher singles out Declan Rice as he reveals major Liverpool transfer regret

Jamie Carragher has been assessing Liverpool's struggles this season and thinks a new midfielder in the Declan Rice mould could help Arne Slot's men bounce...

Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta eyes wonderkid as 'transfer deal reached and medical planned'

The clock is ticking on the January transfer window for Premier League leaders Arsenal and a medical has been planned after an 'agreement' was reached

The seven players on Man Utd's transfer shortlist with 'major surgery' expected

Manchester United have discussed the possibility of signing several players in the January transfer window.

Liverpool news: Real Madrid make Trent Alexander-Arnold statement as transfer snub clear

Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid future hangs in the balance as the La Liga giants gave an update on the struggling former Liverpool defender's squad position

Arsenal transfer news: Medical planned after 'agreement' reached to complete move

The latest Arsenal transfer news as Mikel Arteta's side prepare to face Kairat Almaty in the Champions League league phase at the Emirates tonight

Man Utd news: Michael Carrick eyes £26m transfer as Andre Onana set for surprise return

Manchester United are weighing up moves as the January transfer window draws to a close with Michael Carrick hoping to boost his side's hopes of...

'I regret how I joined Chelsea – my record-breaking transfer was a mistake'

Chelsea will return to the Champions this week with a trip to Italy to face Antonio Conte's Napoli - with a few familiar faces in...

Man Utd’s Bruno Fernandes options – £100million deal, bumper new contract

Bruno Fernandes's expiring Manchester United contract and a potential £100million transfer could make for a hectic summer at Old Trafford

Thomas Frank reveals Tottenham transfer plan as busy January hinted

Tottenham Hotspur have until February 2 to complete their transfer business and Thomas Frank has provided an update on the club's plans

We asked AI to manage Celtic's transfer window with two sold and Evan Ferguson signed

Ireland international Evan Ferguson has been linked with a transfer to Celtic after impressing with Roma

Tottenham transfer news as new 'target' emerges after failed Andy Robertson move

Time is ticking for Tottenham Hotspur to complete their January transfer business in order to boost their options for the second half of the season

Liverpool transfer news: Jeremy Jacquet hope emerges as Arne Slot confirms January plan

Arne Slot's Liverpool are facing a defensive crisis, and their window of opportunity to do something about it in the January transfer market is drawing...

Man Utd transfer news: £26m hijack accelerates as three deals could be completed

Manchester United are stepping up interest in a forward after injury to Patrick Dorgu.

Man Utd transfer news: Talks set to intensify over £26m hijack as Andre Onana's fate clearer

Manchester United are flying high, and reports suggest it could still prove to be a busy period in the transfer market at Old Trafford as...

Adama Traore to West Ham transfer back on as James Ward-Prowse heads for exit

Relegation-battling Hammers look poised for busy end to January window

Thomas Frank reveals new Tottenham transfer update after latest major injury blow

Spurs will be without Pedro Porro for a month, with Micky van de Ven also now sidelined

Liam Rosenior makes new Cole Palmer transfer vow as Manchester United links addressed

Shock reports have claimed that Blues talisman is homesick and would welcome switch to boyhood club

Villa sign striker Abraham for £18.25m

England striker Tammy Abraham completes an £18.25m return to Aston Villa from Turkish side Besiktas.

Liam Rosenior reveals Cole Palmer's fresh Man Utd transfer stance after private talks

Cole Palmer has been linked with a stunning transfer to Manchester United, who he supported growing up, and new Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has issued...

Andre Onana Man Utd transfer update as player's representatives 'in talks'

Andre Onana's representatives are reportedly in talks with Inter Milan over a potential return to Serie A, with the Manchester United goalkeeper currently on loan...

Villa sign striker Abraham for £18m

England striker Tammy Abraham completes an £18m return to Aston Villa from Turkish side Besiktas.

Arne Slot confirms Liverpool defensive injury crisis as he drops January transfer hint

Liverpool will face Qarabag in their final game of the league phase of the Champions League and Arne Slot will only have Virgil van Dijk...

Man Utd transfer news: Cole Palmer green lights surprise switch as price named for last-gasp move

Manchester United have received a major boost in the transfer market following word of surprise interest in Cole Palmer

Liverpool transfer news: Real Madrid issue Trent Alexander-Arnold squad update as snub revealed

The uncertain future of Trent Alexander-Arnold has dominated headlines recently

Arsenal transfer news: Double signing confirmed as teenager impresses scouts

Mirror Football brings you the latest transfer round-up from the Emirates Stadium

Wrexham proved wrong after savage £2m transfer verdict as flop nears exit

A Wrexham player branded as one of the club's biggest transfer flops could be set to leave on loan