Jonathan Tah's signing at Bayern Munich was a long time in the making. Bayern first approach him in 2024 and tried until the end of the summer transfer window to lock the German international down, but negotiations with then-club Bayer Leverkusen fell apart in the end. A year later, Tah's contract expired and allowed the Bavarians to pick the former Hamburger SV defender up without negotiating with their Bundesliga rivals.
I feel very, very good and the injury is a thing of the past. I've worked hard in training over the last two months and haven't had any problems. Not even in the friendly match during the international break [against Entella] or in the Coppa Italia against Lazio. My leg isn't bothering me anymore and I'm happy about that.
West Ham United have reportedly informed Brazilian teenager Luis Guilherme that he is free to find a new club in the January transfer window, just months after his arrival in East London. The 19-year-old exciting winger, who joined with a reputation as one of South America's brightest prospects, has struggled to adapt to the Premier League, leading the club to sanction an early exit.
Manchester United are interested in signing the Trabzonspor midfielder Christ Inao Oulai. The 19-year-old midfielder will cost around 40 million, and he is a target for Manchester City as well. Pep Guardiola views him as the ideal replacement for Rodri in the long-term. It will be interesting to see if Manchester United can beat them to his signature. According to a report from TEAMtalk, Manchester United have already initiated contact with the player's representatives regarding a move.
I was going to leave a season ago, I would have won many trophies this season, but I decided not to go, not only for family reasons but because I genuinely love the club. From the club I felt it was, 'If you go it's not so bad for us'. It hurts me a bit. More than hurting me, it makes me sad. I'm a player that no one can criticise, I'm always available, I always give my best...
Grealish arrived at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in August, and alongside the likes of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Iliman Ndiaye, he has been a standout performer for David Moyes' side. He may have only registered two goals and four assists during his 16 appearances, but his overall performances have been very impressive.
As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, the Eagles are making Diomande a top target to replace Marc Guehi, who continues to be targeted by Liverpool and other big clubs around Europe. Sporting don't want to sell Diomande and are pointing to his 80m release clause, which one imagines could prove problematic for Palace, but perhaps less so for Chelsea.
David Odogu remains perhaps the most mysterious signings AC Milan have made in recent times, as he continues to struggle for minutes. La Gazzetta dello Sport recall how after winning the U17 World Cup with Germany two years ago, some German media dubbed Odogu 'the future Beckenbauer'. This accolade is currently hanging in the balance, awaiting confirmation, and perhaps risks being a bit too heavy on the shoulders of a 19-year-old.
Aston Villa are interested in signing the Athletic Club Bilbao midfielder Mikel Jauregizar. The 22-year-old has done quite well in La Liga, and he has attracted the attention of the West Midlands club. Unai Emery is an admirer of the player, and he wants the English club to get the deal done. Chelsea are also keen on Jauregizar. Villa keen on Mikel Jauregizar According to a report from Fichajes, Aston Villa could offer around 60 million to sign the player.
According to Fichajes, his performances have attracted the attention of Manchester City and they are prepared to submit a 120 million offer in order to get the deal done. Pep Guardiola is an admirer of the Brazilian attacker but Chelsea will not want to lose him easily. He has a contract with them until 2033 and the Londoners are under no pressure to sell him.
No, no, that's difficult... (laughs). It will definitely be a special experience for me to set foot in the stadium again. I grew so much there, I met wonderful people, and I also left so many friends behind.
Everton are interested in signing the Brazilian striker Yuri Alberto from Corinthians. The 24-year-old is in impressive form right now, and he has 18 goals to his name this season. He was likely to cost around 40 million. According to TEAMtalk, Everton are leading the race to secure his signature, and they have already made enquiries for the player. West Ham United are interested in the striker as well.
Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Troy Parrott in the coming months. The Irish international striker has been linked with a return to the Premier League, and his former club is hoping to bring him back. As per Fichajes, Tottenham are prepared to pay 35 million to sign the 23-year-old striker. Parrott has done quite well in the Netherlands, and he has 14 goals to his name for AZ Alkmaar this season. Leeds United are keen on Parrott as well.