Deadline day LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Fulham complete Broja signing, Veliz leaves Spurs
Hello and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the world of football on January transfer deadline day!
Stick with us below to keep up to date with all of today's transfer rumours and done deals.
Today's key events
Transfer rumours: Kadioglu to Arsenal, Varela to Liverpool, Kelly to Man Utd
Arsenal have reportedly agreed personal terms with Fenerbahce left-back Ferdi Kadioglu and are edging closer to a deal for the Turkey international.
The 24-year-old excelled as an attacking force in the 2023-24 season with three goals and five assists from 51 matches, although Fenerbahce fell short in their bid for Turkish Super Lig glory.
Kadioglu - who was born in the Netherlands but represents Turkey - is only contracted to Fenerbahce until 2026, though, and Arsenal have apparently already seen one bid for his signature rejected.
Now, Turkish newspaper Milliyet - via Sport Witness - claims that Kadioglou has agreed personal terms with Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta is pushing hard for his arrival.
Ilkay Gundogan 'makes Barcelona exit decision' after Hansi Flick arrival
Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has reportedly come to a decision over his future at Camp Nou after the arrival of Hansi Flick as head coach.
The former Manchester City lynchpin was a stalwart of the Blaugrana team during the 2023-24 season, playing 51 matches with Xavi at the helm.
Gundogan contributed five goals and 14 assists in his debut campaign after leaving Manchester City on a free transfer, but he could walk away from the club for nothing in 12 months' time.
Gundogan only agreed to a two-year contract upon his arrival at Camp Nou, although both parties possess the option to extend his stay by a further season until the summer of 2026.
Man City's most expensive sales ever
While a host of star names have arrived at Manchester City in big-money deals, the Citizens have also recouped considerable sums from the sale of several players over the years.
Some of those decided to depart in search of regular first-team football, while others opted to seek a fresh challenge following a successful trophy-filled spell at the club.
Here, Sports Mole takes a look at the most expensive sales in Manchester City's history.
Bayern Munich 'rule out move' for 'unhappy' Arsenal defender
German powerhouses Bayern Munich have reportedly ruled out making a move for an 'unhappy' Arsenal defender in the summer transfer window.
After shining during the Gunners' Premier League title charge in 2022-23 as Mikel Arteta's first-choice left-back, Oleksandr Zinchenko lost his status as an unchallenged starter last season.
The former Manchester City man did start 20 Premier League games for the Gunners, but he was often overlooked for the likes of Takehiro Tomiyasu and Jakub Kiwior in the latter stages of the campaign.
Furthermore, Zinchenko only made the starting lineup in three of Arsenal's Champions League matches, and he is set to fall further down the pecking order in 2024-25, when Jurrien Timber will stake his claim for regular minutes.
Chelsea's most expensive sales ever
Chelsea are at a stage in their project under Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital where they need to place a large emphasis on balancing the books with regards to the relevant financial rules.
Given the deficits that need to be made up, the Blues co-owners are hoping that they are able to register a number of sales that will break into the club's top-10 outgoings of all time.
Here, Sports Mole takes you through the players that currently make the list, at least for the time being.
"Not necessary" - Laporta provides major Barca transfer update
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has firmly denied suggestions that his club will be forced into selling some of their key players during this summer's transfer window.
The Catalan outfit are expected to be active in the upcoming market, but their well-documented financial situation had led to claims that some important players might have to leave.
Ronald Araujo, Frenkie de Jong and Raphinha are among those being linked with exits, with all three capable of commanding huge price-tags in the current market.
However, Laporta has said that Barcelona have successfully increased their income to a point where it will 'not be necessary' to make a major sale during the summer market.
Fiorentina chief issues update on Sofyan Amrabat's future
Fiorentina sporting director Daniele Prade has said that Sofyan Amrabat wants to stay in the Premier League this summer, but it is still unclear whether he will sign for Manchester United.
Amrabat moved to Old Trafford on loan from Fiorentina last summer, and he made 30 appearances for the 20-time English champions during the 2023-24 campaign.
The loan is believed to have cost Erik ten Hag's side €10m (£8.5m), while the purchase option is said to be worth €20m (£17m) plus €5m (£4.3m) in add-ons.
The 27-year-old found it difficult to show his best form for long spells of the season, but he did end the campaign impressively, starting the team's final three Premier League games before being given the nod for the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
Ancelotti 'urges' six-time Champions League winner to stay at Real Madrid
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly pushing to keep hold of Nacho for one more season, with the centre-back proving to be a key player for Los Blancos during the 2023-24 campaign.
The Spaniard's current deal at Bernabeu is due to expire at the end of June, and he is believed to be preparing to leave the European champions in search of a new challenge before the end of his career.
However, according to Marca, Ancelotti is fighting to keep hold of Nacho, with the Italian allegedly telling him: "Don't do something crazy, stay here, with us, at Real Madrid."
The report claims that Nacho's mind is not made up, and a one-year contract extension to take him to the end of the 2024-25 campaign has not been ruled out at this sage.
Man United 'failed with hijack bid' for Chelsea-bound defender
Manchester United have reportedly failed with an attempt to add a Premier League defender to their squad.
Head coach Erik ten Hag has admitted that the Red Devils are in the market for a new centre-back ahead of 2024-25.
However, as it stands, it is yet to be determined whether the Dutchman will remain at the helm as he undergoes an end-of-season review.
As a result of a new footballing operations team being put together, United do not necessarily have to wait for a manager's approval to add to their ranks.
Chelsea 'add 27-year-old PL striker to summer shortlist'
Chelsea have reportedly identified an experienced Premier League forward as a potential summer transfer target.
Despite a highly-productive end to the season under Mauricio Pochettino where they scored at least twice in 12 of their last 13 games, Chelsea are in the market for a new frontman.
Although Nicolas Jackson contributed an impressive 17 goals and six assists in all competitions, the Senegal international lacks competition for the number-nine role.
Christopher Nkunku is a current alternative, but the former RB Leipzig star endured an injury-hit campaign and may be better used in a deeper role.
Tottenham Hotspur's most expensive sales ever
Amid their painful trophyless streak stretching all the way back to the 2007-08 season, Tottenham Hotspur have unsurprisingly seen several revered names depart in search of silverware down the years.
Many of those expensive sales did manage to fulfil their trophy ambitions elsewhere, and whether Spurs reinvested the money received well for each of them is firmly up for debate.
Here, Sports Mole looks at the most expensive sales in Tottenham Hotspur's distinguished history.
Liverpool's most expensive sales ever
While many players have arrived at Liverpool in blockbuster transfer deals, some of the stars of yesteryear have also departed for inflated fees during the Premier League era.
For some, their moves away from Anfield worked out as expected or even better, but others failed to justify the mammoth fees that the Reds received to sever them from their contracts.
Here, Sports Mole takes a look at the most expensive sales in Liverpool's illustrious history.
Arsenal's most expensive sales ever
Over the years, Arsenal fans have been left frustrated time and time again with the hierarchy's inability to accrue suitable fees for their players, often offloading stars for much less than their market value.
The Gunners would also go as far as terminating contracts to rid themselves of their unwanted troops, but some notable names have still left for respectable amounts down the years.
Here, Sports Mole looks at the most expensive sales in Arsenal's glittering history.
Barcelona's most expensive sales ever
Neymar's £188.9m move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 remains Barcelona's record sale, and it is difficult to imagine that figure being beaten in the near future.
The switch is comfortably at the top of this list, and there are some surprise names below, with Barcelona being able to bank healthy transfer fees for unwanted players.
Here, Sports Mole takes a look at the club's most expensive sales of all time.
Real Madrid's most expensive sales ever
Cristiano Ronaldo remains Real Madrid's most expensive sale ever, with the Portuguese moving to Juventus for close to £100m at the age of 33 back in 2018.
Los Blancos have banked plenty of other healthy transfer fees for players in the past, and two of their top three departures have been to Manchester United.
Here, Sports Mole takes a look at the most expensive sales in the club's history.
Manchester United's most expensive sales ever
Manchester United have notoriously found it difficult to extract substantial transfer fees from clubs for their players in recent history.
However, there have been some huge sales by the 20-time English champions in the past, with Cristiano Ronaldo's switch to Real Madrid in 2009 firmly at the top of the list.
Here, Sports Mole takes a look at the most expensive sales in the club's history.
Transfer rumours: Martial to Galatasaray, Adams to Wolves, Diaz to Southampton
Galatasaray are reportedly interested in signing Anthony Martial on a free transfer this summer.
The forward will officially become a free agent at the end of this month, as Manchester United have decided against renewing his contract at Old Trafford.
According to ESPN, Galatasaray are keen on the ex-Monaco youngster, who only made 13 Premier League appearances during the 2023-24 campaign.
However, the report claims that the 28-year-old must reduce his wage demands if he is to secure a move to the Turkish giants.
Three Premier League clubs 'step up Mason Greenwood pursuit'
Mason Greenwood is allegedly wanted by three Premier League clubs this summer, with the Englishman widely expected to leave Manchester United on a permanent basis.
At the start of 2022, following accusations from a woman, the forward was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault, and he was then further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill.
Greenwood was also facing charges of attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm, but the case against him was officially dropped in February 2023, allowing him to resume his career during the 2023-24 campaign.
Man United are believed to have initially made the decision to bring him back into their squad last summer but were forced into a U-turn due to the reaction of the public.
Man Utd 'make £51m bid' for 18-year-old Real Madrid target
Manchester United have reportedly submitted a €60m (£51m) bid for Lille defender Leny Yoro, with the Red Devils attempting to beat Real Madrid to his signature this summer.
The 18-year-old came through the youth system at Lille, progressing to first-team level in 2022, and he has featured on 60 occasions for the club in all competitions.
Yoro ended the 2023-24 campaign with 44 appearances, with 32 of those coming in Ligue 1, and there has been a host of speculation surrounding his future in recent months.
Real Madrid continue to be heavily linked with the teenager, while Paris Saint-Germain are also believed to be huge admirers, having watched him closely during the recent season.
