The announcement video from Al-Ettifaq featured Jordan Henderson’s rainbow armband, but it was censored.
The transfer market in January has been relatively quiet so far, but it may be picking up as teams look to strengthen their rosters for the remainder of the season.
In the upcoming month, Arsenal and Chelsea are anticipated to be among the teams vying to sign at least one player each. Both clubs have shown interest in Ivan Toney, while Brighton’s Evan Ferguson has also caught the attention of the Blues. However, the teenage striker is valued at over £100m by Brighton, which may hinder a potential transfer. Due to the strict regulations of financial fair play, any new acquisitions may rely on player departures.
Multiple clubs have expressed interest in signing Kalvin Phillips, including Newcastle United, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid. Juventus is also monitoring the situation. Despite several players leaving on loan from Manchester United, Amad Diallo is expected to stay. Tottenham remains interested in Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher, while Chelsea is open to letting Armando Broja go for a significant fee of £50m.
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Bayern Munich is currently monitoring Kieran Trippier.
There are speculations that Bayern Munich is pursuing Newcastle’s Kieran Trippier, showing their continued interest in English players.
This information is from The Telegraph.
Earlier this month, Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel announced that the club was searching for a player who played in the same position as Trippier.
“We are in search of a suitable right-back who excels in one-on-one situations,” he stated. “We will assess the possibility.”
Kalvin Phillips update
Sky Sports reports that West Ham is currently in talks to acquire midfielder Kalvin Phillips from Manchester City, who has been struggling to find playing time with the club.
The Hammers, along with Newcastle, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, and Crystal Palace, have all been associated with the English player.
This season, Phillips has only played in 10 games for Manchester City. However, he has participated in four international matches for England, including friendly games and qualifying matches for Euro 2024.
Ivan Toney latest
The ongoing situation with Ivan Toney is expected to continue throughout the transfer period, despite Thomas Frank’s statement in a press conference, as reported by BBC Sport.
As I mentioned previously during these conferences, it is highly likely, around 99%, that he will remain here. However, football is unpredictable and we cannot say for certain what tomorrow will bring.
His sole focus is on supporting the team and he is dedicated to staying here and contributing to their success. He has not received any offers from other teams.
Arsenal is still searching for a striker and they are considering Gimenez and Mayoral as potential options.
Arsenal has chosen to escalate their efforts in acquiring Santiago Gimenez from Feyenoord.
According to TEAMtalk, the Gunners are interested in a striker who has been performing well in the Eredivisie this season and is also being monitored by West Ham. They believe he could be a valuable addition to their team.
Mikel Arteta’s club is interested in signing Borja Mayoral, a striker from Getafe, as a more affordable and accessible option in January.
According to The Sun, Arsenal offered £22m for the striker who has scored 12 goals in 19 La Liga matches this season. However, there have not been any new developments on this matter at this time.
The martial agent refutes any tension with Ten Hag.
The agent of Anthony Martial has refuted claims that the Manchester United forward has been instructed to train by himself due to his lack of fitness.
According to Phillipe Lamboley, the agent for the French soccer player, Martial is dealing with a hip problem that will require a surgical procedure.
On Thursday, Lamboley stated that the claims made about him are entirely untrue. He was not removed from the group and he has no issues with Erik ten Hag.
Anthony has been a member of the Manchester team for nine seasons, and his prolonged tenure suggests he is a dedicated and skilled professional.
“He will soon be having a minor surgery on his adductor muscles, which he should have had done earlier. This issue has prevented him from performing at his full potential, but he is finally taking care of it.”
Martial’s current agreement includes the possibility of extending for another year, however, it is unlikely that the club will exercise this option.
According to reports, the Spurs have joined the competition for Michael Olise.
Tottenham has joined the list of Premier League teams showing interest in Michael Olise from Crystal Palace. Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool are also vying for the signing of the Eagles’ winger during the upcoming summer transfer window.
It is anticipated that Olise will depart from Crystal Palace after the current season, but he has not yet determined where he will go next. The top six teams, as well as Newcastle, have expressed interest.
According to a report by HITC, Olise reportedly has a release clause of over £50m that will come into effect in the summer. There are already speculations about a possible exchange involving United’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
According to reports, PSG, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid are all keeping an eye on the situation.
Could Jordan Henderson potentially receive compensation for his time in Saudi Arabia?
It appears that Jordan Henderson will be making a comeback to European football with Ajax, effectively ending his heavily scrutinized time in Saudi Arabia.
Last summer, Henderson departed from Liverpool to sign with Al-Ettifaq. However, it seems that the Saudi club is planning to end the contract of the English midfielder in order for him to join the Eredivisie team. Recent reports indicate that Henderson may not have received any compensation yet for his stint in the Pro League of the Middle Eastern country.
Aston Villa is getting closer to signing the top target of their manager Unai Emery for the January transfer window.
The player is eager to challenge himself in the Premier League, as he has made significant progress while playing for Michael Carrick’s up-and-coming team. Emery has been a fan of Rogers for some time and was even more impressed with his skills when he played for Villa against Middlesbrough in the FA Cup.
Nuno advises Forest players to disregard the points deduction.
Nuno Espirito Santo plans to advise his Nottingham Forest team to disregard any concerns about a potential deduction of points in the Premier League.
An alleged violation of the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability regulations (PSR) has led to an independent commission being appointed to investigate Forest.
The league has initiated the next phase of determining the punishment for the club, which may involve deducting points and imposing fines.
“According to Nuno, our focus for today is on training. We are aware of the current situation, but it’s important to let go of it and concentrate on our responsibilities. Our main priority is the upcoming game against Blackpool.”
“As a coach, I am not preoccupied with the concerns within the club. My responsibility is clear – to prepare the team – and that is where my focus lies.”
“We ensure confidentiality in all of our discussions and meetings. While I acknowledge that this is newsworthy, it is not my responsibility. My focus remains on waiting for the decision and addressing it when it arrives.”
My occupation involves constant work and the constant drive to work even harder. It consumes all of my thoughts.
Henderson on move to Ajax
Jordan Henderson took to social media to discuss his departure from Saudi Arabia and his return to playing football in Europe.
“I regret to inform you that I will be departing from Al Ettifaq immediately. It was a difficult choice, but one that I believe is in the best interest of myself and my loved ones.”
“I would like to express my gratitude to the club and the fans for their unwavering support throughout my time here. From the very beginning, I have felt immense love and I will continue to cheer on and wish for your continued success.”
“Best of luck in your future endeavors.”
The ex-captain of Liverpool has signed a two-and-a-half year contract with Ajax.
Source: independent.co.uk
