- Manchester United have been linked with a former Tottenham academy player
- Nottingham Forest are reportedly in talks over a loan for Dortmund’s Gio Reyna
- It is mindless to doubt David Moyes at West Ham Listen to It’s All Kicking Off
As we officially enter the final week of the January transfer window, the clock is now ticking faster than ever for clubs looking to secure some last-minute winter deals.
After months of speculation over his future, West Ham finally agreed a deal with Manchester City that would see out-of-favour midfielder Kalvin Phillips join the club on loan with an option to buy.
Following Jordan Henderson’s sensational turnaround in Saudi Arabia, reports also emerged that Karim Benzema may also be looking to return to Europe, with a move to boyhood club Lyon on the cards.
There was also a hint from Victor Osimhen on Tuesday that his future has already been decided and will be acted upon in the summer, with the player regularly linked with both Manchester United and Chelsea.
Here, Mail Sport takes you through some of the biggest transfer rumors on Wednesday morning.
West Ham have agreed a deal with Man City to sign Kalvin Phillips on loan for the remainder of the season
Karim Benzema has reportedly asked to leave Saudi Arabian giant Al-Ittihad ‘temporarily’ due to ties with Lyon
Victor Osimhen has claimed he has made a decision on his future before next season
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Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag is believed to be a fan of Bayern Munich’s Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, with the Cameroonian considered an upgrade on Anthony Martial. The Red Devils are reportedly looking to sign a six-month loan deal for the striker. (Football transfers).
Man United will also battle Arsenal for Dutch star Joshua Zirkzee. The former Bayern Munich striker is believed to have a £34million release clause in his contract with Serie A club Bologna, although United are believed to be the only club to have held talks with the player. (The sun).
Newcastle could steal Tottenham’s move for Norwegian star Antonio Nusa. The Magpies are reportedly considering the 18-year-old as a replacement for Miguel Almiron, who has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia this month. (Football insider).
Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah is a key target for Fulham this winter, with the Blues desperate to part ways with the player. The Blues are prioritizing a striker in the summer, but selling an academy product would give them more money to work with. (Team conversation).
However, Nottingham Forest are also thought to be interested in what would be a bold move for the 24-year-old. (The sun).
Napoli have completed a deal for Leander Dendoncker from Aston Villa. The Belgian will undergo a medical on Wednesday ahead of a loan deal in Serie A until the end of the season, although the Partenopei will have a £7.7m option to buy. (Fabrizio Romano).
Nottingham Forest are in talks with Borussia Dortmund over a loan deal for American international Gio Reyna. The Premier League side are believed to be interested in a purchase option and are pushing to get the deal over the line. (The Athletics).
Man United are considering a summer move for former Tottenham academy player Marcus Edwards. The Sporting forward will have two years left on his contract by the summer and with INEOS interested in the player, a deal could be completed for around £30 million. (Football transfers).
Erik Ten Hag is said to be interested in a short-term loan for Bayern Munich’s Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting
Newcastle could steal the move from Tottenham for Club Brugge striker Antonio Nusa
Nottingham Forest are said to be in discussions about a loan for Gio Reyna from Borussia Dortmund
Both Man United and Arsenal are reportedly interested in Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee
Chelsea’s out-of-favour defender Trevoh Chalobah is reportedly being targeted by two Premier League clubs
Mikel Arteta is said to be willing to let left back Nuno Tavares leave the club permanently after struggling for minutes at Nottingham Forest. The Portuguese attacking full-back is reportedly of interest to Marseille. (Daily mirror).
Manchester United are thought to have lined up a new contract for Scottish midfielder Scott McTominay. The player has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford as his contract expires in the summer of 2025, but with INEOS keen to invest in British stars, a longer-term deal for the 27-year-old is believed to be in talks. (The sun).
