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Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Albert Sambi Lokonga, Armando Broja, Anthony Martial

sportsmole.co.uk, 3 February 2024, 06:45
All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Kobbie Mainoo 'set for improved Manchester United contract this summer'

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to offer Kobbie Mainoo an improved contract following the youngster's breakout season. Read more.

Chelsea 'want to sign set-piece specialist this summer'

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino indicates that he wants the club to recruit a set-piece specialist in the summer transfer window. Read more.

Liverpool's Curtis Jones 'wanted by Premier League clubs'

A number of Premier League clubs are reportedly showing an interest in Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, who is under contract until the summer of 2027. Read more.

Erik ten Hag confirms Manchester United wanted to sign a striker in January

Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag confirms that his club wanted to sign a striker during the winter transfer window. Read more.

Lyon sign Said Benrahma from West Ham United on loan with option to buy

Lyon confirm the signing of West Ham United winger Said Benrahma on loan with an option to buy in the summer. Read more.

Real Betis complete Pablo Fornals signing from West Ham United

Real Betis complete the signing of West Ham United midfielder Pablo Fornals on a five-and-a-half-year deal. Read more.

Chelsea 'send scouts to watch Montpellier HSC's Akor Adams'

Chelsea reportedly sent scouts to monitor the progress of Montpellier HSC striker Akor Adams, who has scored seven Ligue 1 goals this season. Read more.

Real Betis CEO remains "optimistic" over Pablo Fornals deal despite "computer problem"

Real Betis CEO Ramon Alarcon remains "optimistic" that Pablo Fornals's transfer from West Ham United can still go through despite a "computer problem" on deadline day. Read more.

FIFA 'launch investigation into failed Said Benrahma, Pablo Fornals West Ham exits'

FIFA reportedly launch an investigation to determine why West Ham United were unable to sanction the departures of Said Benrahma and Pablo Fornals to Lyon and Real Betis respectively on deadline day. Read more.

Arsenal 'open to giving Albert Sambi Lokonga future after Luton Town loan'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly left impressed by the performances of Albert Sambi Lokonga during his loan spell at Luton Town. Read more.

Mauricio Pochettino 'wanted three new players at Chelsea in January'

Head coach Mauricio Pochettino reportedly wanted at least three new players for his Chelsea squad during the January transfer window. Read more.

Lyon slam West Ham United over "incomprehensible behaviour" after Said Benrahma transfer collapse

Lyon describe West Ham United's behaviour during the collapsed transfer of Said Benrahma as 'incomprehensible' as the French club launch an appeal to FIFA. Read more.

Arsenal academy duo secure deadline-day loan exits

Arsenal academy duo Khayon Edwards and Zane Monlouis leave the club on loan on deadline day to Leyton Orient and Reading respectively. Read more.

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