Transfer news LIVE: Salah back for Liverpool, Man Utd and Chelsea in £15m battle, Arsenal latest
Transfer window chatter is heating up as January approaches, with Mo Salah’s future at Liverpool once again taking center stage. Manchester United and Chelsea are also stepping up their interest, making the race more competitive than ever.
Here’s a fresh take on the evolving Salah saga and the wider market twists: Arne Slot reportedly held decisive talks with Salah, and a determination has been reached regarding Salah’s involvement against Brighton today. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are reportedly eyeing out-of-contract Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, with January talks on the horizon, as Palace chase Brennan Johnson from Tottenham to bolster their squad.
In other front-office movements, United and Chelsea are prepared to contend for Sunderland’s Noah Sadiki, who has impressed since joining from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. Arsenal, meanwhile, are monitoring a goalkeeper to provide long-term competition for David Raya.
Scroll down for Saturday’s latest transfer updates from Mirror Football.
15:04 — West Ham target Norwich’s Sargent
West Ham are reportedly considering Josh Sargent as a January signing, with Nuno Espírito Santo seeking a striker. Sargent, 25, is currently sidelined with an injury after scoring six goals this season. Norwich value the US international at about £15 million.
14:30 — Bayern deny Upamecano ultimatum
Bayern’s sporting director Christoph Freund has dismissed claims that Dayot Upamecano has issued an ultimatum in contract talks. Upamecano’s deal runs to June, and rumors suggested he wanted €16 million (£14m) per year plus specific release clauses. Freund emphasized that the talks are progressing well and that no drama is involved, stressing that the outcome will come when it comes, and the player is happy with the club.
14:00 — Salah on Liverpool bench
Mo Salah is named as a substitute for Liverpool’s meeting with Brighton, following protracted peace talks and ahead of his AFCON departure after the match.
13:31 — Sadiki attracting interest from United and Chelsea
Manchester United and Chelsea have both shown interest in Sunderland’s Noah Sadiki, a 20-year-old who has stood out since his move from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise for £15 million. United reportedly see him as an alternative to Brighton’s Carlos Baleba.
12:54 — Salah’s status for today’s game uncertain
Salah has returned to the squad for today’s Brighton clash, but his involvement remains to be seen after he started last weekend on the bench and later traveled for AFCON duties.
12:34 — Napoli addressing Mainoo speculation
Napoli’s sporting director Giovanni Manna commented on links to Kobbie Mainoo, who is keen to leave Manchester United in January to pursue England squad opportunities. Napoli’s plan emphasizes current squad strength while evaluating options as absences shift the balance.
11:42 — Palace eye Tottenham’s Johnson
Crystal Palace are reportedly targeting Brennan Johnson from Tottenham in a January swoop to strengthen Oliver Glasner’s European push, though whether Spurs would sanction a sale remains unclear.
11:13 — Bayern eye Guehi talks
Bayern Munich are set to hold talks with Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi in January, aiming to preempt Liverpool in the pursuit. Guehi, 25, could sign a pre-contract with foreign clubs soon, and Liverpool may respond with a January bid.
10:46 — Morning update
Welcome to Saturday’s live blog. We’ll bring you transfer updates throughout the day.
Key developments: Arsenal have scouts watching Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Diant Ramaj, who has impressed on loan at Heidenheim and is viewed as long-term competition for David Raya. Meanwhile, United and Chelsea are pursuing Sunderland’s Noah Sadiki, with United seeing him as an alternative to Baleba.
Salah’s return to the squad for today’s game against Brighton is confirmed, though his exact role remains to be seen. Post-match, he’s set to depart for AFCON.
Controversy-ready note: The Salah saga shows how a single player can reshape a club’s January plans, triggering a domino effect across the market. Do you think Salah should stay at Liverpool to chase trophies, or is a move in January more realistic for his career and the club’s strategy? What’s your take on the Guehi to Bayern chatter — a smart long-term swap for Palace, or a risky bid that could shift power in the league? Share your thoughts in the comments.
