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January transfer window accelerates across Europe’s top leagues
The winter transfer window is now open and clubs across Europe are completing deals daily, with activity tracked across the top five leagues. Manchester City have already added forward Antoine Semenyo, while Pascal Groß has returned to Brighton & Hove Albion, and Celtic have secured Bournemouth’s Julián Araujo on loan.
West Ham have strengthened up front with striker duo Pablo and Taty Castellanos among the notable early-window moves.
Premier League quiet today but lower-profile moves continue
No new Premier League transfers were completed today in the top flight, despite the window being open and speculation intensifying around several stars. Recent business has instead focused on loans and depth moves, such as West Ham’s George Earthy joining Bristol City on loan and Newcastle’s Ben Parkinson moving to Falkirk.
Bigger Premier League deals are widely expected later in the month as clubs assess needs and Financial Fair Play constraints.
Manchester City target Marc Guehi as Arsenal and Liverpool gain transfer advantage
Crystal Palace defender **Marc Guehi** is a major target this window, with Arsenal and Liverpool reportedly ahead of Manchester City in the race for his signature. Guehi is said to prefer a move to Arsenal or Liverpool and is willing to wait until the summer rather than join City immediately, despite City’s defensive injury issues.
His contract situation at Palace, expiring at the end of the season, is expected to increase pressure on the club to make a decision soon.
Arsenal explore big attacking reinforcement with PSG’s Bradley Barcola
Arsenal have opened talks with Paris Saint-Germain over forward **Bradley Barcola**, emerging as one of the front-runners to sign the highly rated France international. Reports indicate Arsenal are preparing an offer in the region of £87 million, with Barcola’s limited game time at PSG leaving him open to a move.
Liverpool are also among the clubs monitoring Barcola, but current reporting places Arsenal at the front of the queue.
Manchester United and Liverpool pursue midfield upgrades in January
Manchester United are pushing to reinforce their midfield and have longstanding interest in Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, having previously explored a move in the summer. Baleba is again viewed as a potential solution to United’s lack of dynamism in central areas, with the club keen to reshape the position this window or in the summer.
Liverpool are similarly linked with young midfielders, including Baleba, as they continue a multi-window rebuild of their engine room.
MLS players back move to align league with international football calendar
Major League Soccer players have expressed support for the league’s plan to shift its schedule to align more closely with the international football calendar. The proposed change would move MLS away from its current spring-to-fall format, which often clashes with FIFA windows and global transfer rhythms.
Player representatives argue that calendar alignment could improve competitive balance, transfer integration, and international call-up logistics for MLS players.
Real Madrid mark anniversary of 11th Spanish Super Cup triumph
Real Madrid are commemorating the sixth anniversary of their 11th **Spanish Super Cup** title, won in Jeddah against Atlético Madrid. The 2020 final finished 0-0 before Madrid prevailed on penalties, with Fede Valverde named MVP after a standout display.
The tournament was notable as the first Supercopa played in a knockout format and staged outside Spain, reflecting ongoing commercial and competitive changes in Spanish football.
Manchester City eye multiple reinforcements after Kvaratskhelia benchmark deal
Following last year’s headline move in which Paris Saint-Germain signed Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in January, big clubs are again being tipped for mid-season upgrades. Manchester City are monitoring defensive and midfield options, with strong interest in Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi and Brighton’s Carlos Baleba reported across European media.
The Kvaratskhelia example is being cited by analysts as proof that a major January signing can transform a team’s season.
European clubs continue strategic loan moves to manage squads
With budgets tight and seasons at a crucial phase, clubs are heavily using the loan market to adjust their squads in January. Stuttgart’s young forward Jovan Milosevic has joined Werder Bremen on loan for a reported €650,000, while several other prospects across Europe’s top five leagues have secured temporary moves for game time.
These loans are seen as cost-effective ways to develop players and cover injuries without long-term financial commitments.
Speculation mounts over Bernardo Silva’s future and possible move to Turkey
Manchester City midfielder **Bernardo Silva** is being linked with a potential free transfer to Turkish giants Galatasaray in the summer. Reports suggest the Portugal international could leave City when his contract expires, with Galatasaray positioning themselves as a leading destination.
Any move would represent one of the highest-profile free-agent switches from the Premier League to the Turkish Super Lig in recent years.