🚨 Chelsea announce two deals, Spurs hijack Arsenal target, Man City identify Guardiola replacement, Liverpool star to leave in summer, Man United's Rashford U-turn & more.
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Al Ahli
Ivan Toney has decided against a move to Italy, opting instead to continue his career in the Saudi Pro League as he focuses on securing a place in England’s squad for the upcoming World Cup. (Mirror)
Arsenal
Arsenal considered a Deadline Day move for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali. (Florian Plettenberg)
Arsenal agree deal to sign England U19 international Jaden Dixon on a four-year deal. (Fabrizio Romano)
Arsenal have explored Deadline Day move to sign Bayern Munich star. More details!
Bayern Munich
Dayot Upamecano approves new deal at Bayern Munich, ending speculation of a move away from the Bundesliga champions. (Fabrizio Romano)
Barcelona
Barcelona to lose midfielder for free after late deal collapses. More details!
Chelsea
The reason why Chelsea moved away from Jérémy Jacquet deal has emerged. More details!
OFFICIAL: Tyrique George leaves Chelsea to join Everton in a loan move.
Chelsea announce two Deadline Day deals in quick succession. Full Story here!
Chelsea set to demand €100m for influential midfielder Enzo Fernandez, amid interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. (Caught Offside)
Leeds United
Leeds United could be preparing one of the most ambitious moves of their recent history, with reports suggesting the Yorkshire club are keeping close tabs on Endrick. (Fichajes)
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Liverpool
Andy Robertson’s future at Liverpool is increasingly under scrutiny, with the Scotland international now expected ‘assess his options’ when his contract expires this summer. (Football Insider)
Liverpool confirm the transfer of defender Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes. Full Story here!
Jamie Carragher says Liverpool star now has a ‘great opportunity’ to answer Gary Neville criticism. More details!
Manchester City
Manchester City have three candidates on their shortlist in case Pep Guardiola leaves the club at the end of the season. City are eyeing Cesc Farebgas, Xabi Alonso and Enzo Maresca. (Telegraph)
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Manchester United
Michael Carrick is keen on bringing Marcus Rashford back to the club if he becomes the permanent manager of the Red Devils. (Telegraph)
Manchester United tried to hijack Liverpool’s move for defender Jeremy Jacquet. (Florian Plettenberg)
Man United star’s transfer suddenly collapses after director’s last-minute intervention. Full Story here!
Newcastle United
Newcastle United described reports of Sandro Tonali’s links with Arsenal as “complete rubbish”. (Luke Edwards)
Fabrizio Romano on Sandro Tonali’s future: “Sandro Tonali was never gonna leave Newcastle in January window, never been a possibility. Could be one to watch in the summer with several clubs already keen, but it will depend on Newcastle + not a topic now.”
Tottenham
Tottenham launch surprise move to hijack Arsenal transfer deal on Deadline Day. Full Story here!
Tottenham star unhappy with club’s lack of business in January transfer window. More details!