Milan want to tie up Walker deal in the next few days
🚨🔥 #ACMilan want to finalize the deal for #ManCity player Kyle #Walker in the next few days. 🔴⚫
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) January 12, 2025
🗣️ Talks are ongoing for a 2-year and a half contract (until 2027), as @mcgrathmike told.
⏳ There is no agreement as of today, but Ibrahimovic aims to solve everything asap. pic.twitter.com/Cekx3WosAX
Chelsea open doors for Renato Veiga permanent sale
🚨🔵 Chelsea are currently only opening the doors to Renato Veiga’s exit on a permanent deal.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 12, 2025
He’s pushing for new chapter to play centre back on regular basis.
Borussia Dortmund agreed with Veiga; Chelsea also received approaches from top clubs in Italy, France and PL sides. pic.twitter.com/h8vWelrZnx
Liverpool's Robinson transfer frustration! Update on USMNT star
Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly facing Antonee Robinson transfer frustration, with Fulham's stance on the USMNT star being revealed.
That is because, according to ESPN, Fulham have no intention of sanctioning a sale midway through the 2024-25 campaign. They will reportedly "rebuff any approaches for their star defender" as Robinson is considered to be "integral" to European qualification ambitions.
Rodriguez set to join Club Leon
Colombia star James Rodriguez is reportedly set to move to Mexican side Club Leon after mutually terminating his contract with Rayo Vallecano.
Diario AS have revealed that Rodriguez is set to leave Europe yet again as he is nearing a move to Liga MX side Club Leon. According to the source, a one-year contract has been nearly finalised, and Rodriguez will travel to Mexico in the coming days to finish the necessary paperwork.
Calvert-Lewin wanted by Atalanta amid Newcastle links
According to The Sun, Serie A title contenders Atalanta want to sign the 27-year-old in the January transfer window and sent a representative to Merseyside to try and lure him to Gian Piero Gasperini's team.
The report adds Newcastle United are waiting for him in the summer when he would be out of contract, but the Italian side may beat them to the punch.
Barcelona move Isak to top of striker targets shortlist
Per Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have placed Newcastle star Alexander Isak at the top of their shortlist as they are looking for a long-term replacement for ageing forward Robert Lewandowski.
The Catalan giants have prepared a shortlist of forwards, which includes players like Rafael Leao, Luis Diaz and Jhon Duran. However, it is unlikely that any of these players will be sold by their respective clubs in the middle of the season. As an alternative, Barcelona could consider bringing in United outcast Rashford for whom they are prepared to go 'all in'.
Real 'waiting' for Davies after receiving Bayern contract offer
La Liga giants Real Madrid are waiting for Alphonso Davies who is set to be offered a record deal at Bayern Munich.
According to Marca, the Bavarian club are reportedly planning to offer the Canadian a new bumper deal that will see him earn €25million (£20m/&25m) per season and become the second-highest wage earner in the team after Harry Kane.
Newcastle trying to retain Dubravka's services
Per Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle United are trying to convince goalkeeper Martin Dubrava to stay back at St James' Park amid strong interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab. The 35-year-old goalkeeper has also reportedly attracted interest from MLS clubs.
Conte 'chooses Garnacho' as replacement for Kvaratskhelia
According to Sport Italia's Michele Criscitiello, Napoli boss Antonio Conte has reportedly identified Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho as a replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Conte confirmed on Saturday that Kvaratskhelia has informed the club he wants to leave in the January transfer window after leaving him out of Napoli's matchday squad for the upcoming Serie A clash against Hellas Verona.
Walker likely to snub Saudi offers
Per Sky Sports' Florian Plettenberg, AC Milan remain a strong contender to sign Kyle Walker from Manchester City despite strong interest from Saudi Pro League clubs. The report adds that the England international would prefer staying in Europe rather than moving to the Middle East which makes the Italian giants favourites.
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