Chelsea's January plans CONFIRMED, Gyokeres vs Sesko, Rashford to Barcelona: FootballTransfers recap

Cameron Smith

20 Dec 2024 23:00 GMT
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Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, 2024/25 — © IMAGO

Friday 20 December saw several major updates in the transfer world, including the latest on Chelsea's January plans, Viktor Gyokeres versus Benjamin Sesko for Arsenal, and Marcus Rashford to Barcelona.

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Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest news stories from the day.

EXCLUSIVE Transfer News

Arsenal remain in negotiations to sign Sporting CP forward Viktor Gyokeres, although RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko is currently their top target, FootballTransfers has been told.

Meanwhile, FootballTransfers also understands that Barcelona have made contact with Manchester United over a January loan move for Marcus Rashford.

Man Utd News

Man Utd are set to rival Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign Athletic Club superstar Nico Williams, according to reports in Spain.

Meanwhile, the Red Devils could be offered the chance to sign Atletico Madrid defender Reinildo for a bargain fee.

However, Atalanta are set to demand up to €60m for Man Utd target Ederson as they look to turn a huge profit on the Brazil midfielder.

In other news, Marcus Rashford is keen to leave Old Trafford in 2025, but Bayern Munich aren't interested in the England forward.

Meanwhile, Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola believes that Ruben Amorim has made an instant impact since his arrival at Man Utd in November.

Amorim himself believes that Antony can come good at Old Trafford, despite the fact he is lacking confidence.

Lastly, Mason Mount has admitted he is “devastated” following his latest injury setback.

Chelsea News

Chelsea have made contact with several agents as they look to sign Benjamin Sesko, Alexander Isak or Victor Osimhen.

Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca has admitted that outgoings are likely in January, with Ben Chilwell and Carney Chukwuemeka among those set to depart.

Maresca has also hinted that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall may also leave following a disappointing start to his Chelsea career.

Cesare Casadei is another player who is planning on leaving Stamford Bridge, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Furthermore, Juventus are eager to sign Axel Disasi amid an injury crisis in Turin.

In addition, Chelsea are eager to include Christopher Nkunku in a swap deal for Fermin Lopez, according to a sensational report in Spain.

However, Caleb Wiley could make a premature return to Chelsea after a failed stint with Strasbourg, according to reports.

Finally, the Blues have reportedly launched a new transfer policy following the recent sales of academy graduates Mason Mount and Conor Gallagher.

Other Football Transfer News

Viktor Gyokeres was once again Sporting CP’s hero as he scored the winning goal in their 2-1 quarter-final victory over Santa Clara.

Paul Pogba’s chances of making an immediate return to one of Europe’s biggest clubs following a ban for a positive drug test appear to be on the rocks.

Arsenal are considering a potential transfer move for Atalanta goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi, according to reports.

Karim Benzema continues to cast a long shadow at Real Madrid - and the impact of the former France centre-forward may just help explain why Kylian Mbappe has struggled to settle at the Bernabeu.

AC Milan boss Paulo Fonseca has hailed Theo Hernandez as 'the best full-back in the world' as tensions between the two thaw.

Nico Williams remains hot property in the transfer market, with many of Europe’s major clubs following the Athletic Club attacker.

Fulham full-back Antonee Robinson has admitted that he is open to leaving Craven Cottage amid interest from Liverpool.

Real Madrid are prepared to part ways with David Alaba and Eder Militao in a move that would totally change the defence of the Bernabeu side.

Ajax must fear the departure of Rayan Bounida to Tottenham Hotspur, according to Henk Spaan.

Kylian Mbappe has admitted that he could have remained at Paris Saint-Germain for the duration of his career in a surprising interview in France.

Alphonso Davies is open to a potential transfer away from Bayern Munich and Liverpool have now entered the race, according to reports.

Liverpool must break the bank if they wish to sign Rayan Cherki in January, according to French media.

Read more about: La Liga Serie A Bundesliga Ligue 1 Premier League Arsenal Chelsea Man Utd Alphonso Davies Antonee Robinson Antony Axel Disasi Ben Chilwell Benjamin Sesko Caleb Wiley Carney Chukwuemeka Cesare Casadei Christopher Nkunku David Alaba Ederson Jose Fermin Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall Kylian Mbappé Marco Carnesecchi Marcus Rashford Mason Mount Nico Williams Reinildo Mandava Theo Hernandez Viktor Gyökeres Éder Militão