The January transfer window continues to gather momentum with major Premier League clubs making decisive moves across Europe.
Antoine Semenyo is closing in on a high-profile switch to Manchester City after arriving in Manchester to complete his medical ahead of a £62.5 million move from Bournemouth. Pep Guardiola, however, remained cautious when questioned, refusing to confirm the deal publicly.
Arsenal have entered the race to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, with Liverpool and Manchester City also monitoring the England international. Palace are believed to value the defender between £35m and £40m, with his contract expiring at the end of the season.
Manchester United are tracking highly-rated Brazilian midfielder Breno Bidon. The 20-year-old Corinthians star is attracting strong interest across Europe and could cost up to £26m. United are also assessing their managerial situation, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick both emerging as interim options following Ruben Amorim’s exit.
Elsewhere, Aston Villa are pushing ahead with a £10m deal for teenage striker Brian Madjo from Metz. The 16-year-old, dubbed the “next Didier Drogba”, is expected to sign a five-year contract after completing his medical.
Tottenham’s January plans have been disrupted by injury setbacks. Savinho has been ruled out for two months, making a loan move unlikely, while Spurs continue to explore alternative winger options across Europe and Africa.
In the Championship, Middlesbrough have agreed a £1m deal to sign Chelsea youngster Leo Castledine on a permanent transfer, beating competition from several rivals. Sheffield Wednesday are also hopeful of re-signing Manchester United full-back Harry Amass on loan despite growing interest from other clubs.
Other notable developments include Mario Balotelli joining Al-Ittifaq, Jesse Lingard being linked with a potential return to English football, and Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano committing his future to the Bundesliga champions.
With weeks still remaining in the window, clubs across the Premier League and beyond remain active as transfer plans accelerate.
