Welcome to 90min’s Saturday transfer live blog, which will keep you up to date with all the latest breaking transfer news, reports and rumours from all across the globe.
Just a few days of the window remain and business is beginning to pick up across the continent, spearheaded by Dusan Vlahovic’s mega money move to Juventus.
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Liverpool, Barcelona and Tottenham are also trying to finalise moves before Monday’s transfer deadline, with the international break likely to play a key role in helping deals get over the line.
Follow below as things unfold throughout the day.
12:30pm – Lampard eyeing Loftus-Cheek reunion
Frank Lampard is expected to become the next Everton manager, and he wants to bring a familiar face with him.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek is reportedly on his radar, while Lampard has also asked for Donny van de Beek to be brought in from Manchester United.
A busy few days ahead for Everton.
12:00pm – Newcastle want four
Newcastle are determined to bring in at least another four signings before Monday’s transfer deadline, 90min has learned.
The club are working on a number of deals for a variety of positions, with Lyon’s Bruno Guimaraes potentially the next through the St James’ Park door. Read the full story here.
11:50am – Brighton consider Tottenham defender Rodon
Brighton are interested in signing Tottenham defender Joe Rodon on loan, report MailOnline Sport.
The Seagulls are facing a battle to keep Dan Burn at the club amid interest from the world’s richest club, Newcastle, and the Welshman has been tipped as a potential target should they decide to cash-in.
The 24-year-old has found first team opportunities hard to come by following his £11m move from Swansea in 2020.
11:35am – West Ham chasing Marseille loan duo
West Ham are yet to make a signing in the January transfer window, but talks are continuing with Marseille over Duje Caleta-Car and Bamba Dieng.
The Hammers want both on loan deals in an ideal world, although Marseille would prefer permanent transfers as they bid to ease their financial crisis. Full story here.
? #WHUFC continuing talks with Marseille over loan deals for Duje Caleta-Car and Bamba Dieng.
Marseille would prefer permanent deals but loan fees and options to buy could be enough.@90min_Football https://t.co/Lo5KNGUn3M
— Toby Cudworth (@Toby_Cudworth) January 28, 2022
11:10am – Juventus step up Zakaria chase
Fabrizio Romano reports that Juventus are stepping up their efforts to sign Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Denis Zakaria now.
He’s out of contract this summer but there’s hope of a last gasp agreement before the end of January. That could signal a willingness to allow Rodrigo Bentancur, who is wanted by Tottenham and Aston Villa, to leave the club on loan.
11:05 – UPDATE: Arsenal & Everton in Van de Beek race
Donny van de Beek’s Premier League loan suitors still include Arsenal and Everton, 90min understands.
The Gunners have been admirers for a long time, as have Everton, and can’t be ruled out of approaching Manchester United for the Dutchman. Whether he’d be allowed to go there is another story.
Crystal Palace are also keen.
10:45 – Atletico bid for Kamara rejected
Atletico Madrid have had a €5m bid for Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara rejected, 90min understands.
The 22-year-old is out of contract this summer and has a host of top European clubs preparing to make him an offer.
10:40 – Burnley move for Orsic off
Burnley’s hopes of successfully fighting off relegation have been dealt a Mislav Orsic sized blow.
The 29-year-old had looked set to move to Turf Moor from Dinamo Zagreb, but the Croatian side have confirmed that Orsic will not be going anywhere – even though Burnley chairman Alan Pace travelled to Croatia on Friday to hold talks.
Bad news for Sean Dyche, that.
10:25 – What Diaz could offer Liverpool
More importantly, rotation options and lightening the workload on the likes of Sadio Mane!
10:15 – Juventus’ new striker
After all the speculation, Dusan Vlahovic is officially a Juve player! ⚫️⚪️ pic.twitter.com/s4Gv4hfbXn
— 90min (@90min_Football) January 28, 2022
10:00 – Barcelona confident over Morata
Barcelona are confident they will land Alvaro Morata on loan before the end of the window.
The Spaniard is expected to cut his loan spell at Juventus short now that they’ve signed Dusan Vlahovic, and Xavi is keen to bring Morata over to Camp Nou. Adama Traore is also closing on a move after completing a medical on Friday.
09:35 – DONE DEAL!
Inter have confirmed the departure of Stefano Sensi on a loan deal to Sampdoria.
The 26-year-old was previously a target for Antonio Conte and Tottenham, but will now spend the rest of the season helping Samp fight against Serie A relegation.
09:30 – Spurs in talks over Gil loan
Tottenham are in talks with Valencia over a loan deal for Bryan Gil.
The 20-year-old was a summer arrival in north London but has yet to start a Premier League game despite costing £25m. Sky Sports News note that Gil will only be allowed to leave if they can bring in a replacement before Monday’s deadline.
09:25 – Man Utd to allow Van de Beek loan
Manchester United will allow Donny van de Beek to leave the club on loan, 90min understands.
The Red Devils had wanted to keep hold of the Dutchman despite his desire to seek regular first-team football elsewhere, but will now sanction a temporary move providing a loan fee is provided and his wages are covered in full.
Crystal Palace are among the teams trying to secure a deal.
09:00 – Gossip time
Read all the best gossip from yesterday and this morning here.
08:45 – Ekitike could yet move
In-demand Reims striker Hugo Ekitike could still leave the club before the end of January.
90min understands that communications with Newcastle have been ongoing despite a rejected bid earlier this month, while PSG are also keeping an eye on his situation.
Hugo Ekitike could still leave Reims in January. @90min_Football https://t.co/PgwVvmhCr6
— Graeme Bailey (@GraemeBailey) January 29, 2022
08:30 – Arsenal striker update
It’s all going on at the Emirates Stadium in terms of outgoings, with the futures of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Eddie Nketiah up in the air.
Barcelona and Juventus are chasing a loan deal for out-of-favour Aubameyang, while 90min understands that Newcastle are pushing to complete a deal for Nketiah – who is out of contract this summer.
One thing’s for sure, Arsenal, who missed out on Dusan Vlahovic, surely can’t afford to lose both without bringing in a replacement…
08:20 – West Ham eye Raphinha
West Ham are one of a number of clubs interested in signing Leeds’ star man Raphinha.
There’s every chance that the Brazilian will sign and new improved contract at Elland Road – talks are already happening – but West Ham are monitoring him in case he’s interested in a move to the capital.
European football would be on offer, as well as a healthy pay rise, and there’s some substantial interest from around the continent too.
? #WHUFC could make a dramatic late move for Leeds winger Raphinha.
Will take a substantial offer for #LUFC to entertain any kind of deal but have learned that West Ham are interested & may test their resolve.
✍️ w/ @GraemeBailey / @90min_Football https://t.co/kaSKNBRQaG
— Toby Cudworth (@Toby_Cudworth) January 28, 2022
08:15 – Good morning!
Morning, welcome to the weekend and a potentially huge few days for transfers! Let’s kick off with a reminder of the biggest stories.
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