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Transfer Rumours: Chelsea make major move as January agreement confirmed
Cameron Smith
- 8 Jan 2026 12:15 CST
- 8 min read
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Several major transfers are expected to be finalised shortly, with the January window beginning to really heat up in its second week.
Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours and gossip from 8 January, including the latest on Chelsea and Liverpool.
Chelsea eye Mateus Mane
Chelsea and Manchester City are reportedly among the clubs set to battle for the signing of Wolverhampton Wanderers wonderkid Mateus Mane this summer.
His rapid ascent has unsurprisingly caught the attention of multiple Premier League clubs, with Chelsea and Man City among those looking at the teenager ahead of a potential deal this summer, as per Football Insider.
Wolves are currently rock bottom of the English top flight table, having picked up just seven points from 21 matches, and Mane is expected to receive significant transfer offers if they suffer relegation to the Championship.
Current ETV
Mateus Mané
F (C)
Wolves
Mateus Mané
F (C)
Wolves
ETV Range
€0.6M - €0.8M
Liverpool agree deal
Liverpool have reportedly reached a verbal agreement to sign Senegal U17 defender Mor Ndiaye.
The Reds have been in talks over a deal for the teenager in recent days, as per multiple reports, and he is now on the verge of becoming their third signing of 2026, following the signing of Noah Adekoya and an agreement for fellow young defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe.
Liverpool Echo first confirmed that Arne Slot’s side are close to adding Ndiaye to their ranks, while football transfer Fabrizio Romano has now revealed that the transfer has been finalised.
Arsenal chase Marc Guehi
Arsenal are reportedly ready to join the race to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi in January.
The England international is into the final six months of his contract at Selhurst Park and FootballTransfers understands that Manchester City are currently in talks over a winter deal.
However, The Mirror report that Arsenal have also expressed their interest in signing the ex-Chelsea academy starlet, despite the fact they added Cristhian Mosquera and Piero Hincapie to their defensive ranks this summer.
Rangers signing close
Rangers have reportedly agreed to pay €4.5 million to make SK Sturm Graz midfielder Tochi Chukwuani their first signing of the January transfer window.
The 22-year-old has spent the past 18 months at Sturm Graz following a €200,000 move from Lyngby BK in 2024 and he is set to become Rangers’ first winter signing, as per multiple reports.
The Daily Record have confirmed that Rangers technical director Dan Purdy has agreed to pay €4.5m plus add-ons for Chukwuani, with Sturm Graz now on the verge of accepting this offer.
Manuel Ugarte wants Man Utd exit
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte is interested in a move to Ajax, according to Voetbal International.
The Amsterdam giants are focusing on acquiring an experienced holding midfielder who can improve their organisation in their own half and assist with build-up play this month, and sporting director Marijn Beuker has identified Ugarte as one of two favourites for the role.
According to the Dutch outlet, Ugarte is interested in a move to Ajax, but the main challenge lies in negotiating with Man Utd.
Chelsea to sell Leo Castledine
Chelsea have reached an agreement to sell Leo Castledine to Middlesbrough on a permanent deal.
The former England U19 international, who joined Chelsea as a six-year-old, has been in sublime form since arriving at Huddersfield Town on loan in August and he is now set to make the step up to the Championship with Kim Hellberg’s side.
Castledine struggled during a tough loan spell at Shrewsbury last year, but he has excelled this campaign, scoring 12 goals and providing five assists in just 27 games for Huddersfield and he will join Boro for an undisclosed fee, as per Fabrizio Romano on X.
Ethan Nwaneri makes Arsenal decision
Bournemouth have attempted to sign Ethan Nwaneri as a replacement for Manchester City-bound winger Antoine Semenyo, while Chelsea have also been linked with a move for him.
However, the teenager has turned down the opportunity to move to Andoni Iraola’s struggling side and instead believes he is better served sticking out the season in North London, according to the Independent.
The report states: “A loan is nevertheless seen by those close to Nwaneri as unlikely in this window. The player is understood to feel he can learn more as part of a serious title challenge - especially if Arsenal win - and is content to be patient and assess his situation at the end of the season.”
Kyogo to rejoin Celtic
Celtic fan favourite Kyogo Furuhashi is set to complete a sensational return to the club before their clash against Dundee United on Saturday.
That is according to a report from The Scottish Sun, who claim that Kyogo could complete a loan move back to Celtic in time to feature this weekend.
It’s reported that Celtic chiefs have spent the last 24 hours exploring a possible deal for Kyogo, who was a fan favourite during his time at the club, as they look to provide interim boss Martin O’Neill with reinforcements in January.
Other Transfer Rumours
Barcelona and Real Madrid both remain in the race to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi on a Bosman deal this summer. (TEAMtalk)
Aston Villa have reached an agreement to sign 16-year-old Metz striker Brian Madjo for €12m. (Fabrizio Romano)
AC Milan have earmarked Liverpool’s Joe Gomez and Nottingham Forest’s Murillo as two defensive targets. (Calciomercato)
Man City have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Brentford full-back Michael Kayode. (CaughtOffside)
Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur are all interested in signing in-form Brentford striker Igor Thiago. (Football Insider)
Lennart Karl is open to signing a contract extension at Bayern Munich, despite admitting that his dream is to play for Real Madrid. (Sky Germany)
Wolves will not entertain offers for Mateus Mane this month, who has attracted interest from the likes of Liverpool and Man Utd. (TEAMtalk)
Luton have agreed a deal to sign Man City wonderkid Emilio Lawrence on loan. (Fabrizio Romano)
AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan is close to signing a new contract at the club, despite interest from Chelsea. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
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