Pep Guardiola is pleased to have Kevin De Bruyne back, describing him as a one-of-a-kind player who can help win matches.
The January transfer window can be an unpredictable time, sometimes starting off slow but ending in a frenzy as teams rush to address weaknesses or bolster their roster within a limited time frame. This can lead to inflated prices or last-minute deals, as some clubs are hesitant to make deals. However, the rumors begin early and persist throughout the window.
During this month, both Arsenal and Chelsea are anticipated to be among the teams attempting to acquire at least one new player. Both clubs have expressed interest in Ivan Toney. However, their ability to make signings may be influenced by potential player sales. Tottenham and Liverpool may also seek to bolster their squads to compensate for the absence of key players, such as Son Heung-min and Mohamed Salah, who will be participating in international tournaments during the mid-season break. Tottenham is reportedly pursuing Genoa’s Radu Dragusin to strengthen their defense, while Chelsea has set their sights on Napoli’s Victor Osimhen as a potential striker.
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Is United considering pursuing Jonathan David?
Mark this as one of the recurring transfer rumors for Manchester United, as they reportedly have interest in Lille’s striker Jonathan David.
It is well-known that United must acquire a striker who can successfully score their opportunities – particularly following their inefficient performance against Wigan.
According to Football Transfers, the Red Devils have their sights set on a Canadian star and may potentially make an offer in the January transfer window.
In this season, the 23-year-old player has scored 10 goals and provided 6 assists in 24 games in all competitions, demonstrating his ability to score. Furthermore, his young age makes him a valuable investment for the future.
Lille may be looking to profit from David’s contract expiration in 18 months, with a potential selling price of £34m being mentioned in rumors.
Liverpool have announced that Trent Alexander-Arnold has suffered an injury, while Virgil Van Dijk is expected to make a comeback.
However, even though Liverpool is without their vice-captain, their captain Virgil van Dijk is expected to make a comeback for Wednesday’s match against Fulham. Van Dijk was absent from the win against Arsenal due to an illness.
Toney addresses rumors of transfer to Arsenal and Chelsea before returning to Brentford.
Brentford’s forward, Ivan Toney, expresses his desire to show his gratitude to the club for their trust in him as he gets ready to resume playing after being suspended for eight months due to betting violations.
Can the addition of Phillips and Henderson improve the chances of winning the Euro?
Kalvin Phillips and Jordan Henderson, two standout players for England in the Euro 2020 tournament, face criticism when they play for the national team because they have not been getting enough playing time and the quality of the Saudi Pro League, where Henderson currently plays, is questioned.
Both players are willing to leave their current clubs in January with the goal of improving their chances of being chosen for the European Championship in the summer.
Alan Smith from Sky Sports discussed the possibility of both players securing transfers, stating that Kalvin Phillips has a high chance of being transferred. If Pep continues to not select him, Phillips may become frustrated and with the Euros approaching in the summer, he will likely be determined to leave.
“If it involves a reduction in salary, which can often be a contentious issue, I believe he would be willing to do so in order to return to playing.”
It is up to the actions of Jordan Henderson’s club in Saudi Arabia to determine if they will express their gratitude and bid him farewell. Unfortunately, there have not been many positive memories and if there have been, they were unpleasant.
“Henderson would make a valuable addition to any team. While he may be nearing the end of his playing career, he still brings a strong presence and positive influence in the locker room.”
“I don’t believe there will be a lack of interest in him from teams if he becomes available.”
Is Ivan Toney going to relocate?
The striker from England is expected to resume playing this month after completing an eight-month suspension for violating betting rules several times.
Brentford will surely be glad to have their striker back, considering their recent struggles. The player himself expressed his desire to repay the club for standing by him during his suspension.
Despite his value remaining high, there is a chance that top teams like Arsenal and Chelsea could make enticing offers for him, especially with their search for skilled goal scorers.
Toney has expressed his desire to show his gratitude to Brentford for their support during his suspension, suggesting that a transfer for the striker is more probable during the summer.
The manager of Fulham is anticipating a calm transfer window.
Fulham, a team in the Premier League, is currently excelling and has the resources to improve their financial standing without risking getting involved in a relegation battle.
The team known as the Cottagers is currently ranked 13th in the standings and is safely nine points ahead of the area where teams get demoted.
As a result, manager Marco Silva does not urgently require new players and acknowledges that the January transfer window will be uneventful for the club. However, he is satisfied with the current squad.
What is the current situation with Jordan Henderson?
The ex-captain of Liverpool may be changing teams once more following reports that he wants to end his time in Saudi Arabia. Last summer, he signed a three-year deal with Al-Ettifaq, but there was a lot of controversy surrounding it.
Although Henderson is 33 years old, he is still a valuable asset for England and may be sought after by several clubs in terms of his football abilities. However, the cost of bringing him back to Europe could pose a major hurdle.
It is uncertain if there will be a genuine interest, but a loan deal may be possible. However, any Premier League team interested would need to consider his substantial salary from Saudi Arabia.
It appears improbable that there will be a comeback to Anfield, as Liverpool’s midfield has been reconstructed since he left.
Manchester United is evaluating four potential candidates for the role of sporting director during an eight-week review of the club.
The result will also outline additional important appointments, but there will be no significant choices made until it is finished.
This will most likely result in a calm January and guarantee the safety of Erik ten Hag as manager until the end of the season.
Ineos has required an audit as part of their process to undergo the Premier League Owners and Directors Test for a minority ownership position in the club. This audit is mainly focused on comprehending the “performance challenge”.
Will Bergwijn return to the Premier League?
If West Ham United makes an offer for former Tottenham Hotspur forward Steven Bergwijn, Ajax might consider selling him for a profit.
According to HITC Football, the Ajax team leader may have the possibility of returning to the Premier League only a year and a half after Tottenham agreed to a £26 million offer for the forward.
West Ham United is interested in the Dutch national player, and other teams such as Crystal Palace, Brentford, Fulham, Wolves, and Everton are also keeping an eye on the potential for a transfer.
Ajax would like to keep Bergwijn on their team even after the winter window. However, due to the large amount of money involved in his contract and Ajax’s financial worries, they may be enticed by the opportunity to recover some of their £26m investment.
Manchester United is targeting Guirassy as a potential transfer target.
The Mirror reports that Manchester United is contemplating making a move to acquire Stuttgart’s striker, Serhou Guirassy, during the current transfer window.
The Red Devils are operating with limited financial resources but are keeping tabs on Guirassy who picked up an injury playing for Guinea for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Guirassy has a clause in his contract worth €17.5m (£15m), which could allow him to leave this month. Manchester United may need to act quickly, as Newcastle is also interested in signing the striker.
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