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Arsenal secure the 'new Messi' as €40m Chelsea decision confirmed
Tom Weber
- 30 Jan 2026 22:02 GMT
- 5 min read
News
Friday delivered some massive transfer news as Arsenal secured the signature of football's next megastar.
Plus, Chelsea were snubbed after making a €40 million bid and Man Utd stepped up their pursuit of a €70m-rated star. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Exclusive: Palmer really is unsettled at Chelsea
The Transfers Podcast can reveal that Cole Palmer is genuinely unsettled at Chelsea and that his representatives have offered him to various clubs around Europe.
Arsenal secure Dowman signature
Arsenal have agreed a new contract with Max Dowman - and Mikel Arteta has compared him to none other than Lionel Messi.
Fermin snubs Chelsea
Fermin Lopez has agreed a new contract at Barcelona after Chelsea made a €40m bid for him.
Man Utd scout Brown
Senior Man Utd scouts were in Frankfurt midweek to watch €70m-rated Nathaniel Brown as the Red Devils step up their plans to sign a new left-back.
Chelsea's Paez problem
Chelsea have sent Kendry Paez on loan to River Plate, but there is growing concern over the youngster's attitude and professionalism.
Celtic want three more signings
Shaun Maloney has revealed that Celtic want three more signings amid a boost to their hopes of signing Kasper Hogh.
Rosenior says Acheampong is not for sale
Liam Rosenior has made it clear that Chelsea can't sell Josh Acheampong.
Man Utd want Raphinha
Man Utd are interested in Barcelona superstar Raphinha.
Chelsea could be busy
Liam Rosenior says that Chelsea could have a busy end to the window amid ongoing talks over Rennes wonderkid Jeremy Jacquet.
Onana back to Inter?
Inter have held talks with Man Utd loanee Andre Onana over a sensational return to the club.
Bowie set for surprise move
Hibernian striker Kieron Bowie is set to join Hellas Verona, not Celtic or Rangers.
Arsenal keep watching Diomande
Arsenal scouts are constantly monitoring RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande.
Real Madrid target Romero swoop
Real Madrid are exploring a last-minute swoop for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero.
