Arsenal in talks over first January signing as Man Utd confirm transfer

Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith
  • 5 Dec 2025 22:00 GMT
  • 5 min read
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal
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Friday 5 December saw the draw for the 2026 World Cup take place, although there were also several notable transfer developments ahead of the January window.

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Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest news stories from the day, including updates on Ayyoub Bouaddi and Charlie Hardy.

Arsenal talks confirmed

Ayyoub Bouaddi
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Arsenal are officially in talks with Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi over a possible January move.

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Man Utd complete signing

Ruben Amorim
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Man Utd have officially announced the signing of a 16-year-old wonderkid.

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Mo Salah decision announced

Mohamed Salah
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Mohamed Salah has reportedly made a decision on his Liverpool future after being dropped by Arne Slot.

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Baleba latest

Carlos Baleba
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Man Utd have received an €85m update on Brighton star Carlos Baleba.

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Arsenal target agrees deal

Mikel Arteta
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A top Arsenal target has reportedly agreed a new contract, but this will not deter the Gunners from chasing a deal next year.

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Chelsea message

Enzo Maresca
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A France defender has confirmed his desire to play for Chelsea next season.

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Arteta confirms plan

Mikel Arteta
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Mikel Arteta has admitted that Arsenal may need to dip into the transfer market in January.

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Man Utd target makes decision

Jean-Philippe Mateta
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Jean-Philippe Mateta has made a decision on whether or not to join Man Utd in 2026.

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Chelsea chase 'next Drogba'

Didier Drogba
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Finally, Chelsea are determined to beat Man Utd to 'the next Didier Drogba.'

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Football transfer news headlines today

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Arteta makes January transfer admission as Arsenal boss assesses mounting injury issues

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