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Arsenal deal confirmed as sensational Chelsea bid made
Tom Weber
- 23 Jan 2026 22:06 GMT
- 6 min read
News
Friday delivered some massive transfer news as Arsenal confirmed a deal not many could have seen coming at the start of January.
Plus, Chelsea made a big-money bid for a wonderkid midfielder and David Ornstein has provided an exclusive insight into Man Utd's coaching plans. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Exclusive: Carrick in contention for permanent Man Utd job
Speaking exclusively to The Transfers Podcast, David Ornstein revealed that Michael Carrick has a genuine shot at becoming Man Utd's next permanent manager.
Exclusive: How Man City sealed Guehi
Ornstein also provided a behind the scenes look at the Marc Guehi transfer saga and how he ended up at Man City.
Exclusive: Villa interested in Ramos
Additionally, The Transfers Podcast can reveal that PSG striker Goncalo Ramos is one of the strikers Aston Villa are monitoring.
Podcast recap
Here is a full recap of the episode with David Ornstein.
Nwaneri joins Marseille
Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri has completed a surprise move to Marseille.
Chelsea make Oulai bid
Chelsea have made a hefty bid for Trabzonspor youngster Christ Inao Oulai.
Celtic miss out on Asprilla
Current ETV
Yáser Asprilla
F, M (R)
Yáser Asprilla
F, M (R)
Girona
ETV Range
€16.3M - €20M
Celtic have missed out on Girona winger Yaser Asprilla to Galatasaray.
Cresswell to unlock Jacquet?
England youth international Charlie Cresswell could unlock Jeremy Jacquet's move from Stade Rennais to Chelsea.
Mateta wants Man Utd
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta is keen on a move to Man Utd.
Villa agree Abraham deal
Aston Villa have reached a verbal agreement with Besiktas to sign Tammy Abraham.
Rosenior on Palmer
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has addressed the links between Cole Palmer and Man Utd.
Arsenal enter Alvarez race
Arsenal have entered the race for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez.
Tottenham in Robertson talks
Tottenham have opened talks with Liverpool to sign Andy Robertson.
Football transfer news headlines today
EXCLUSIVE: David Ornstein reveals how Man City got a free run at Marc Guehi
EXCLUSIVE: Carrick ‘in mix’ for permanent Man Utd job as David Ornstein reveals key advantage
TRANSFER RUMOURS: Chelsea edge closer to January deal as Arsenal talks confirmed
DONE DEALS: Every official completed transfer around Europe today
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