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David Moyes will make his Goodison Park return as Everton manager when the Toffees face Aston Villa after replacing Sean Dyche in the dugout.
Ruben Amorim has admitted he is unsure if Marcus Rashford has played his final game for Manchester United, while Manchester City are going on a spending spree this January.
Premier League gameweek 21 fixtures
Tuesday, January 14
19:30: Brentford vs Manchester City19:30: Chelsea vs Bournemouth19:30: West Ham vs Fulham20:00: Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool
Wednesday, January 15
19:30: Everton vs Aston Villa19:30: Leicester vs Crystal Palace 19:30: Newcastle vs Wolves20:00: Arsenal vs Tottenham
Thursday, January 16
19:30: Ipswich vs Brighton20:00: Manchester United vs Southampton
9 minutes agoBy Connor Andrews
Arsenal have sensationally sealed a deal for Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi, according to the Daily Mail.
The Euro 2024-winning midfielder was the subject of intense interest from Liverpool during the summer but decided to say in Spain.
Not deterred from a move to England he will instead link up with his fellow Basque Mikel Arteta, joining in the summer rather than the current January window.
It's claimed a £51million deal is 'virtually completed' with Arsenal chasing Zubimendi for over a year.
The 25-year-old central midfielder was involved in a transfer saga of sorts with Liverpool during the 2024 transfer window, but he ended up rejecting the Reds to stay in Spain.
He's since been linked as a Rodri replacement for Manchester City and Toni Kroos sub-in for Real Madrid, but it looks like Arsenal have instead won the battle.
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27 minutes agoBy Connor Andrews
Borussia Dortmund are in talks with Arsenal over versatile defender and midfielder Oleksandr Zinchenko, talkSPORT understands.
The Bundesliga giants are looking to seal an initial loan deal for the 28-year-old Ukrainian.
Zinchenko has played just 11 games for the Gunners this season, ranking him 21st in appearances among his teammates.
A deal could spell the end of Dortmund's pursuit of Renato Veiga.
BVB were in talks with Chelsea over the Portuguese defender, but the Blues are looking for a £20million permanent deal rather than a loan.
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51 minutes agoBy Connor Andrews
Three unwanted Manchester United players could be moved on this January, talkSPORT understands.
Casemiro continues to be linked to Saudi Pro League sides, while Christian Eriksen could also depart.
Similarly, Antony is a player United definitely want to shift this window, and is attracting interest from LaLiga outfit Real Betis after rejecting a move to Greek side Olympiacos.
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56 minutes agoBy Connor Andrews
West Ham have had a fresh bid for Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran rejected, talkSPORT understands.
Sources at the London Stadium claim they were willing to pay £40million for Duran, but that is nowhere close to Villa's valuation for the talented Columbian.
talkSPORT's Chief Football Correspondent Alex Crook believes it would take 'big money' to prise Duran away from Villa, but Arsenal are also a club to keep an eye on.
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Today, 10:54By Connor Andrews
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to extend his stint in the Saudi Pro League with discussions over a new deal at an advanced stage, talkSPORT understands.
The Al Nassr striker joined the club in January 2023 in a deal that made him the highest paid footballer of all-time on £167.9million per-year.
With a contract that's set to expire in the summer, he will extend those current terms with a salary increase.
Ronaldo will also be announced as an ambassador for the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia, something that was agreed upon his arrival.
There were rumours that the 39-year-old could move to Saudi rivals Al Hilal to compete in the summer's Club World Cup, but the club's CEO has told talkSPORT those stories are 'science fiction'.
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Today, 10:19By Connor Andrews
All Premier League teams have been declared compliant for 2023/24 Profitability and Sustainability Rules, but Leicester remain in dispute over the previous season.
Despite earlier rumblings that the Foxes were in trouble, all top flight teams have had their accounts approved after the December 31 submission deadline.
Yet Leicester remain in conflict with the league over 2022/23 - a case that is still ongoing.
Leicester won the initial dispute in September, but the league have appealed that decision.
In a statement, the Premier League said: “Issues as to the jurisdiction of the Premier League over Leicester City Football Club in relation to PSR compliance are currently the subject of confidential arbitration proceedings.
“Accordingly, neither the league nor the club will make any further comment at this stage about any aspect of the club’s compliance or otherwise with any of the PSR or related rules, save to say that no complaint has been brought against Leicester by the league for any breach of the PSRs for the period ending Season 2023-24.”
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Today, 09:51By Connor Andrews
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has suggested that his side could be looking for a new striker.
The Gunners have struggled for goals in recent weeks, with Kai Havertz proving to be ineffective in an FA Cup third round defeat to Manchester United last time out.
Things got worse with an injury to Gabriel Jesus, which could take him out for the remainder of the season.
Ahead of taking north London rivals Tottenham in the Premier League, Arteta was asked about a new striker, and said: "My answer remains the same.
"We are actively looking in the market to improve the squad.
We are looking, we are trying.
"We have to believe that we will bring in someone that will make us better."
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Today, 09:33By Connor Andrews
Manchester City have agreed a £30m fee with Palmeiras for 19-year-old centre-back Vitor Reis, talkSPORT understands.
Palmeiras had originally wanted Reis to stay until the end of the season and play for them in the Club World Cup but City are insisting he links up with them immediately.
Other Premier League clubs to show interest in Reis included Brighton, Wolves and Arsenal.
Reis is one of three deals City are expected to complete in the coming days, with moves for Eintracht Frankfurt's Omar Marmoush and Lens' Abdukodir Khusanov also close to being agreed.
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13th Jan 2025, 23:06By Robert Calcutt
Christopher Nkunku wants to join Bayern Munich from Chelsea and has a verbal agreement in place, talkSPORT understands.
It's now up to Chelsea and Bayern to agree on a fee for the Frenchman.
Chelsea are interested in the German giants' Mathys Tel, but this would be a separate deal to Nkunku.
The Blues will make a bid if they've received any encouragement regarding a potential transfer this month.
Nkunku joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023 but has faced various injury issues during his time at Stamford Bridge.
He is their joint-top scorer this season with Cole Palmer on 13 goals including a hat-trick against Barrow in the Carabao Cup.
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13th Jan 2025, 22:51By Robert Calcutt
Graham Potter believes Jarrod Bowen is ahead of schedule in his return from injury at West Ham.
The Hammers captain suffered a fractured foot in their 5-0 defeat to Liverpool at the end of 2024.
There were initial fears that Bowen could sidelined for a lengthy period of time, but there appears to be positivity over his recovery.
On Monday, Potter said: "I think if you speak to Jarrod, he will try to tell you he's ahead of schedule, for sure.
"He's doing everything he can to get on the pitch as soon as possible.
"That situation is progressing and I didn’t want to put it at risk at this stage."
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13th Jan 2025, 22:14By Robert Calcutt
Bayern Munich are reportedly another European side interested in Kobbie Mainoo.
The Sun have reported that the German giants are long-term admirers of the Manchester United midfielder.
It is also said that Bayern will plan a move for Mainoo should he become available for a move away from Old Trafford.
Mainoo is hopeful of signing a new deal at United worth £200,000-a-week, with his current contract expiring in 2027.
Chelsea are another club who are keen on the 19-year-old, who has already made 53 appearances for United.
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13th Jan 2025, 21:19By Jackson Cole
Chelsea will make a bid for Mathys Tel if given any encouragement the player is available by Bayern Munich, talkSPORT understands.
It's understood the Blues made a firm enquiry for the France Under-21 defender in the summer but a move never got off the ground.
Any clubs issued with a breach have 14 days to respond.
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13th Jan 2025, 19:13By Poppy Treadaway
West Ham are interested in Nottingham Forest’s Taiwo Awoyini.
The Hammers have not approached Forest with an offer for the 27-year-old striker.
Awoyini has scored just once in the Premier League this season and has only started twice, so could be looking for more game time in the top-flight.
New boss Graham Potter has admitted that there is a ‘logical rationale’ to sign a forward in January, given the injuries to some of their key players.
Jarrod Bowen and Michael Antonio are notable absentees up front for the Hammers.
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13th Jan 2025, 18:43By Poppy Treadaway
Dino Toppmoller – the Eintracht Frankfurt head coach – has said that Man City target Omar Marmoush is expected to play tomorrow.
Frankfurt face Freiburg tomorrow evening in the Bundesliga and the in-form forward is expected to feature.
Man City are eyeing the 25-year-old forward to bolster their attacking options.
Marmoush has netted 14 goals and seven assists across 16 games so far and is valued at £67m by his club.
Toppmoller said he was ‘pleased’ that Marmoush will be in the starting line-up tomorrow.
“I’m in dialogue with Omar and he made a good impression again today, he was very active in training, as were the other players.
We're pleased that he'll be back in the starting line up tomorrow."
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13th Jan 2025, 18:15By Poppy Treadaway
Chelsea defender Axel Disasi is expected to be left out of the squad tomorrow to face Bournemouth.
According to Fabrizio Romano, clubs are already in talks with the 26-year-old to secure a January move.
Romano posted on X: “Understand Axel Disasi’s expected to be left out of Chelsea squad tomorrow as he can leave in January.
“There are already important clubs in talks to explore January move and Chelsea are open to this solution following discussion with the player”.
Disasi’s move could see Trevor Chalobah, who is on loan at Crystal Palace, recalled, or the club could move for Palace captain Marc Guehi.
The France international joined the Blues in August 2023 and has made 60 appearances.
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13th Jan 2025, 17:52By Poppy Treadaway
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo has said that goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey has rejoined the side for the remainder of the season.
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13th Jan 2025, 16:13By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands that Borussia Dortmund have opened talks with Chelsea over Carney Chukwuemeka.
The Blues are already looking to take Renato Veiga from Stamford Bridge, and now, they are looking at the England youth international as well.
Chelsea are open to allowing Chukwuemeka to depart the club on loan this month, and he could end up at sister club Strasbourg if a player is recalled.
Despite not appearing in the Premier League this season and only playing four times in the Europa Conference League, Enzo Maresca's side are seeking £40 million to part with Chukwuemeka permanently.
That would see them double their money on the 21-year-old after buying him from Aston Villa for £20m.
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13th Jan 2025, 15:30By Jack Cunningham
The cancelled Merseyeside derby from December has a new date.
The match will take place on Wednesday, February 12.
Kick-off at Goodison Park is scheduled for 7:30pm.
However, this is subject to Liverpool not being involved in the Champions League play-offs.
The match will be live on talkSPORT.
It follows the original game being postponed due to Storm Darragh.
It will also see David Moyes in the dugout rather Sean Dyche after he replaced the former Burnley boss.
Of course, it will also be the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park before Everton move into their new stadium.
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13th Jan 2025, 14:52By Jack Cunningham
Valencia have confirmed the signing of Max Aarons from Bournemouth on loan until the end of the season.
There is an option to buy the right-back inserted into the deal, with the Spanish side having to shell out £7.5 million if they want him permanently.
Aarons has only made three Premier League appearances for the Cherries this season, and he will be hoping for more game time.
The former Norwich man has been tracked by Valencia for a while, with the club first registering interest in him in 2020.
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13th Jan 2025, 13:03By Jack Cunningham
Ruud van Nistelrooy looks set to receive a boost to his squad, as talkSPORT understands Leicester are closing in on the signing of Woyo Coulibaly.
The Foxes are set to spend £3 million on the right-back.
They had looked to get Kyle Walker-Peters, but the £7m asking fee proved to be too steep.
Walker-Peters is out of contract in the summer and has yet to agree a new deal at St Mary's, so he could still depart this month in a cut-price deal.
But he won't be going to the King Power.
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13th Jan 2025, 12:11By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands that Leeds United striker Joe Gelhardt is set to join Hull on loan for the remainder of the season.
The forward moved to Elland Road in 2020 from Wigan and big things were expected of him, with Marcelo Bielsa a big fan.
However, things haven't quite worked out for Gelhardt and this will be his second loan move after spending some time at Sunderland in 2023.
The 22-year-old is currently undergoing a medical with the Tigers, and the deal should be wrapped up imminently.
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13th Jan 2025, 11:47By Jack Cunningham
Aston Villa have agreed a deal with Borussia Dortmund for the signing of Donyell Malen, talkSPORT understands.
The Villans will pay an initial £22 million, with a further £2m in add-ons.
The Dutch international is a versatile forward who can play on either wing or down the middle.
He has 41 caps for his country and signed for Dortmund in the summer of 2021 from PSV Eindhoven.
Malen has been consistently involved for his side this season, making 21 appearances in all competitions.
However, Dortmund have decided to cash in, and he will be on his way to England for a medical soon.
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