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Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Nico Williams, Josh Maja, Liam Delap

sportsmole.co.uk, 1 January 2025, 06:45
The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe have one final chance to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Chelsea-linked Liam Delap responds to transfer rumours after famous Ipswich win

Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap responds to rumours linking him with a move to Chelsea after the Tractor Boys' famous 2-0 win over the Blues in the Premier League. Read more.

Dani Olmo latest: Barcelona's third registration attempt fails as La Liga releases statement

Barcelona see a third attempt to register Dani Olmo rejected by La Liga, increasing their risk of losing the Spaniard for nothing next month. Read more.

Mohamed Salah 'reaches agreement in principle' over new Liverpool contract as final 'obstacle' revealed

Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah supposedly agrees a new contract in principle with the Reds, but the renewal is still being held up due to an image rights issue. Read more.

Fulham 'one of three Premier League teams' interested in Juventus' Nicolo Fagioli ahead of January transfer window

Fulham are reportedly one of three Premier League clubs that are showing an interest in signing Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli. Read more.

Barcelona transfer news: Frenkie de Jong replacement 'identified' in shock Liverpool boost

Barcelona reportedly earmark Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey - due to become a free agent next summer - as a possible replacement for Frenkie de Jong. Read more.

Man United transfer news: 32-year-old 'agrees January move' after Newcastle horror show

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro reportedly gives the green light to an exit from Old Trafford in the January transfer window as Saudi Arabian clubs circle. Read more.

Bournemouth transfer news: Cherries on verge of signing 'rising MLS talent' from DC United

Bournemouth are reportedly on the verge of completing the signing of 'rising MLS talent' Matai Akinmboni from DC United. Read more.

Liverpool January transfer 'killed off' as Reds 'emphatically' reject Real Madrid offer

Liverpool emphatically reject an opening bid from Real Madrid for defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United transfer latest: Ruben Amorim 'to battle' with Juventus in January window for Champions League winner

Manchester United reportedly hold an interest in Barcelona centre-back Andreas Christensen but face a fight to secure his signature, with Juventus keen to sign him. Read more.

Virgil van Dijk contract latest: Liverpool future update as European giant linked with Arne Slot defender

Virgil van Dijk is a target for a number of clubs in the summer, with Italian champions Inter Milan reportedly holding an interest in the upcoming transfer windows. Read more.

Liverpool transfer update: January window departure mooted as Arne Slot could lose winger

Liverpool could reportedly lose one of their forwards in January because they are homesick, struggling physically and are not applying themselves adequately behind the scenes. Read more.

Ruben Amorim makes worrying Man United transfer admission ahead of January window

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim makes a worrying admission over the club's budget for the January transfer window. Read more.

Arsenal-linked Alexander Isak willing to stay at Newcastle on one key condition?

Arsenal transfer target Alexander Isak is reportedly willing to stay with Newcastle United as long as one key condition is met. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: New Cesare Casadei offer arrives from Italian club?

Chelsea reportedly receive what is described as 'an official offer' for midfielder Cesare Casadei, who has already been linked with Monza. Read more.

Nottingham Forest transfer news: Italian giants 'monitoring Chris Wood contract situation'

Nottingham Forest may reportedly face a battle to retain the services of Chris Wood with two Italian sides said to be monitoring the situation. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Enzo Maresca 'targeting two Premier League strikers' in 2025

Chelsea reportedly identify two Premier League strikers who they will look to sign during 2025. Read more.

Arsenal, Barcelona receive Nico Williams transfer boost as Athletic Bilbao 'identify £1.7m replacement'

Arsenal and Barcelona reportedly receive a boost in their hopes of signing Nico Williams, as Athletic Bilbao identify an ideal replacement for the Spanish attacker. Read more.

Man City's Jack Grealish stance revealed as Tottenham, Newcastle 'show interest' in £100m attacker

Manchester City winger Jack Grealish is unlikely to leave the Etihad next month despite apparent interest from Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report. Read more.

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Andy Brent

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