LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Dortmund loan Chelsea's Maatsen, Arsenal recall Marquinhos

LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Dortmund loan Chelsea's Maatsen, Arsenal recall Marquinhos

Hello and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the world of football on Friday, January 12.

Stick with us below to keep up to date with all of today's transfer rumours and done deals.

Today's key events

Ian Maatsen signs new Chelsea deal, joins Dortmund on loan

Arsenal recall Marquinhos from Nantes loan

Unai Emery confirms Chambers, Traore are free to leave Aston Villa

Liverpool in contact with Kylian Mbappe camp

Arsenal to rival Man United for Joshua Zirkzee

Real Madrid eye Victor Osimhen instead of Kylian Mbappe

Liverpool loan out Luke Chambers

Man United to rival Liverpool for Archie Gray

Conor Coventry leaves West Ham for Charlton

24m ago DONE DEAL

Celtic's Kwon Hyeok-kyu joins St Mirren on loan

30m ago DONE DEAL

Stoke's Tommy Simkin joins Forest Green Rovers on loan

"This loan is an opportunity for Tommy to maintain his development and test himself in League Two following a successful period at Solihull Moors in the division below," said Stoke's technical director Ricky Martin.

"Tommy has benefitted from returning to our first team environment and has shown his capabilities both in training and when he was called upon to make his debut.

"We believe regular gametime in the EFL is the next step and it is testament to the maturity and quality of his performances that we have received loan interest from several clubs.

"We wish Tommy well at Forest Green and look forward to seeing his continued progress."

32m ago DONE DEAL

Sam Pearson leaves Bristol City by mutual consent

33m ago DONE DEAL

Birmingham send Brandon Khela on loan to Ross County

"Brandon Khela has joined Ross County on loan," read a statement.

"Blues' Academy graduate, who penned a new contract until June 2027, has switched to the Staggies until the end of the 2023-24 campaign."

35m ago DONE DEAL

Colchester bring in Jayden Richardson on loan

37m ago DONE DEAL

Grimsby Town bring in three new players

"We are pleased to announce the arrival of three new signings ahead of tomorrow's game against Notts County at Blundell Park," read a statement from the club.

"Defender Doug Tharme, midfielder Harry Wood and striker Justin Obikwu became David Artell's first signings of the transfer window."

1h ago DONE DEAL

Dujuan Richards formally completes Chelsea move

"I'm so pleased to be here. My dream was always to sign a professional contract and to have the chance to do that here at Chelsea, it's difficult to put into words the emotions. I just can't wait to get started," he told the club website.

1h ago DONE DEAL

Dexter Lembikisa joins Hearts on loan from Wolves

"Dexter Lembikisa will spend the remainder of the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Scottish Premiership side Hearts, subject to international clearance, after being recalled from his spell at Rotherham United," read a club statement.

"The 20-year-old made 27 appearances in all competitions for the Millers, featuring in all but one of their 26 Championship fixtures.

"In his first loan away from Molineux, Lembikisa established himself as a regular in the second tier of English football and scored his first senior goal in a 2-1 victory over Norwich City in September.

"The defender is also a full international for Jamaica and helped his country qualify for this year's Copa America and CONCACAF Nations League finals for the first time.

"Now, he will head north of the border to link up with Steven Naismith's Hearts who sit third in the Scottish Premiership, only behind Celtic and Rangers."

1h ago DONE DEAL

Man United Joe Hugill joins Burton on loan after signing new deal

"Joe Hugill has joined Burton Albion, of League One, on loan until the end of the 2023-24 season," read a statement from the club.

"The young Academy striker signed a new deal with the Reds on Wednesday, which will keep him at the club until 2026, with the option of an extra year.

"Hugill will now gain valuable experience at the Pirelli Stadium, as part of a Brewers squad under the charge of Martin Paterson, who was appointed as their new head coach earlier this week."

1h ago NEW CONTRACT

Sheffield United's Andre Brooks signs new contract

"I am absolutely delighted, it's great to get it over the line. The gaffer has come in and showed confidence in me straight away and that's been a huge boost, it is up to me now to reward him for the faith he's showed in me," he told the club website.

"I've been in the system now for 12 years, and this is another step to where I want to be. I know there's still a long road ahead, so I'll be working hard to stay in the team and to keep learning and improving."

Manager Chris Wilder added: "Since I've been back in the building, Andre has been outstanding. He's got a bright future ahead of him, but he knows he has to go on now and cement himself as a first team player. He'll get all the support he needs from the staff here, so the challenge now for him is to build on the start he's made and kick on again.

"The future for Sheffield United looks good as far as I'm concerned. From when I first walked through the doors at Shirecliffe back in 2016, I knew the quality the Academy was producing, and I'm delighted to see that has continued. We know how vital it is to keep developing these talented young players."

1h ago DONE DEAL

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3h ago DONE DEAL

Luke Thomas returns to Leicester as Sheffield United loan terminated

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4h ago NEW CONTRACT

Justin Obikwu signs new Coventry deal, joins Grimsby on loan

"Coventry City striker Justin Obikwu has agreed a new contract with the Sky Blues, and has completed a loan move to League Two side Grimsby Town until the end of the season," read a statement from the club.

"His new deal will see him remain with City until 2025. Everyone at Coventry City wishes Justin the best of luck for his spell at Grimsby Town, which is his first loan move from the Sky Blues."

4h ago DONE DEAL

Matt Macey returns to Portsmouth until end of season

"Matt was my first signing after arriving at the club almost a year ago and I'm delighted to bring him back here," said manager John Mousinho.

"He did an excellent job for us last season and it really strengthens our goalkeeping unit because we know that he's an outstanding shot-stopper."

4h ago DONE DEAL

Cambridge snap up striker Lyle Taylor

"I am excited to get started. The final stages have been done really quickly but I am glad to be here and looking forward to it," Taylor said.

"The only thing you can ask for as a footballer is to be wanted and I have played my best football when I have been wanted and given the responsibility to be the man up top to carry the team forward.

"Hopefully that is what will happen here and we can bring some short term success and solidify the team's position in the league."

Manager Neil Harris added:, "Lyle has been a proven goalscorer over a period of time and has got fantastic experience at this level and leagues above as well.

"He is up to speed now after having six weeks at Wycombe and we think we are getting a player who is coming in hungry, determined and has a desire to score goals.

"I have known Lyle a long time, I know his character and I am extremely excited to welcome him to the Club."

4h ago DONE DEAL

Southampton sign youngster Joe O'Brien-Whitmarsh

4h ago DONE DEAL

Forest Green Rovers bring in two players

"It's good to be here and I'm looking forward to getting started," said Alex Gorrin.

"I will bring experience, energy and leadership to the group. Hopefully I can contribute and help the club achieve the goal of pushing up the table."

Manager Troy Deeney added: "Alex will bring us real quality, professionalism and know-how. We've had him in on trial this season - and even just in that week, you could see what he could add to the group.

"He's a physical presence, but also really good technically. He can play one or two touch and he's got a great range of passing too.

"He will also add serious value to Harvey Bunker and Alfie Bendle. To have Alex as a mentor to two exciting young players will be a great thing."

"It's great to be here. I'm hoping to get a lot of games under my belt and to have a big impact on this team," Thompson told the club website.

"I've spoken to the gaffer a couple of times and we had some great chats. He's one of the biggest influences in me making this move.

"He's explained how he sees my role and he wants me to express myself and use my athleticism and quality on the ball."

Troy Deeney added: "We are really, really lucky to have Dom. He's Championship quality. He's shown a real desire and commitment to come here as he had offers from League One clubs and Scottish Prem sides.

"We're really excited to have him and a huge thanks to Blackpool for making it happen."

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4h ago DONE DEAL

Rob Apter rejoins Tranmere on loan from Blackpool

"I'm made up. As soon as I knew I was wanted back, it was the only thing I wanted to do," Apter told the club website.

Manager Nigel Adkins added: "We're delighted to have Robbie Apter back with Tranmere Rovers until the end of the season.

"His efforts towards our performances in the first half of the season were huge, and we're very happy to have reached an agreement to extend his stay here at Prenton Park."

4h ago DONE DEAL

Swindon sign Southampton goalkeeper Jack Bycroft

"Southampton Football Club can confirm that Academy goalkeeper Jack Bycroft has completed a permanent move to Swindon Town," read a statement from Southampton.

"As a part of this transfer, Bycroft has been recalled from Oxford City to facilitate the permanent move to Swindon and embark on a new test with the SkyBet League Two outfit.