Niklas Sule is one of several names suggested for AC Milan this winter, and it seems that Fabrizio Romano is not sure about the situation. There is no hiding from the fact that Milan need a defender next month. However, they must find one under the right conditions. It is unlikely to be a permanent addition, unless they are cheap, and it cannot be anyone. Ultimately, they must be the right fit.
It seemed that Thiago Silva could make a move to AC Milan in January, but the Brazilian has instead signed for Porto. With Silva becoming available for the January mercato, there was a chance that he could reunite with Massimiliano Allegri. Especially with the Italian seeking some experienced reinforcement at the back, which he would offer. However, his age was deemed to be a stopping point for the club, and a move was opted against,
Robert Lewandowski has been a shining light of sorts for Barcelona in recent weeks, having masterfully returned to form after a slow start to the season. Lewandowski has scored in his last two matches for Barcelona in La Liga, including a hat-trick against Celta Vigo and the opener against Athletic Club at Camp Nou. That means he was the first player to score at Camp Nou after the iconic stadium made its grand return after two and a half years.
Rashford is doing great at Barcelona, Romano said. Rashford is sending very clear messages. His desire to be a Barcelona player is there since January 2025. I've been telling you for weeks the feeling internally against Barca is that Rashford really perfectly fits the structure they have on the tactical point of view at Barcelona. They're very happy with all the relationships Rashford has with his teammates as well.
Reports linking Leandro Trossard with a shock move away from Arsenal have been firmly shut down, with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirming that the Belgian winger will not be leaving the Emirates anytime soon. In recent days, speculation from Turkey suggested that Besiktas were eyeing the 29-year-old as a potential high-profile signing for the Super Lig. However, Romano has made it clear that Arsenal are not entertaining any offers for Trossard and have absolutely no plans to sanction his departure.
FC Porto are waiting for Arsenal to decide in the next 24/48h on Jakub Kiwior proposal worth 26m. Kiwior was never gonna travel tonight as it depends on Arsenal, still deciding internally. Green light might also depend on talks with Bayer for Piero Hincapie.
West Ham United are reportedly closing in on the transfer of free agent defender Kyle Walker-Peters, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Italian journalist has given the deal his trademark here we go, usually meaning this can be considered a done deal, pending final formalities.
