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Guardiola welcomes return of ‘unique’ Kevin De Bruyne: 'These guys win games'

The January transfer window can be a strange beast on occasions, slow to start but frenzied at the end of the month as teams try to fix flaws or add depth in a compressed timeframe – and often with clubs who don’t want to deal. That can result in inflated fees or extremely late deals being done, but the rumours themselves start early and simply keep going.

This month, Arsenal and Chelsea are expected to be two of the teams trying to bring in at least one player each, with Ivan Toney a name on both clubs’ wishlists. That might depend on sales though, while Tottenham and Liverpool could look to bring in reinforcements to deal with the likes of Son Heung-min and Mohamed Salah being absent at mid-season international tournaments. Spurs are chasing Genoa’s Radu Dragusin to improve their defence, while Chelsea eye Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.

Manchester United are in the business of offloading players with outcast Jadon Sancho on the brink of a return to Borussia Dortmund. There is also interest in Hannibal Mejbri and Facundo Pellistri who could leave on loan this month.

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PSG looking for new midfield option

Paris Saint-Germain’s main focus might still be on trying to get Kylian Mbappe to sign another extension ahead of a possible free transfer departure in summer, but they are also looking at incoming deals in midfield.

Two different reports suggest they want a Champions League calibre option for the centre of the park this month.

Sky Germany claim they are going in on Bayer Munich’s Joshua Kimmich, with talks between the clubs already reportedly starting.

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Onyeka moving on?

The Guardian are reporting that there is Premier League interest this month in Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka.

Everton and Fulham are said to be monitoring the midfielder while Azzedine Ounahi could head to the Gtech Community Stadium if Onyeka departs this month.

Mike Jones11 January 2024 18:00

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Kompany wants signings

Burnley boss Vincent Kompany believes the club will do good business in the January transfer window and can strengthen the squad ahead of their relegation battle this term.

He said: “There is a big chance we do something and strengthen in a couple of positions. I just want players that are good enough for the Premier League.

“You have to have players who can play at this level.”

Mike Jones11 January 2024 17:45

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Fofana returns to Chelsea

David Fofana has returned to Chelsea after the forward was recalled from his loan at Union Berlin. The 21-year-old made 17 appearances during his time with the Bundesliga club, four of which came in the Champions League.

He for Chelsea from Molde last January for £11m on a contract until 2029, with the option of a further year. Sevilla are interested in loaning him for the rest of the season.

It is understood Fofana wants to make the move for a fresh start after a difficult spell in Germany, which included a one-week suspension in October for refusing to shake the hand of then manager Urs Fischer.

Mike Jones11 January 2024 17:15

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Arsenal Women sign USA international Emily Fox.

Emily Fox is a Gooner. She joins from NWSL team North Carolina Courage and it will be the first time Fox has played for a team outside of the USA.

The 25-year-old right-back will provide defensive back-up for Arsenal as they press ahead with their Women’s Super League title charge.

A spot in the squad opened up after Noelle Moritz’s move to Aston Villa, and Fox will provide competition for the likes of Katie McCabe and Steph Catley.

She said: “It feels amazing to have signed here. When I think of Arsenal, I think of excellence, I think of a global organisation, I think of family.

“I think of pushing the standards of football and especially in the women’s game. It’s a huge honour to get the opportunity to represent this club and I’m excited to get started and play in front of our supporters.”

Mike Jones11 January 2024 17:00