Chelsea complete Enzo Fernandez signing on deadline day, Man Utd confirm Marcel Sabitzer loan

Chelsea have completed the signing of Enzo Fernandez for £106m, in what is a British transfer record. The Blues met Benfica’s release clause for the Argentina midfielder shortly before Tuesday’s 11pm transfer deadline.

A statement from the Portuguese side confirmed the deal past midnight after Chelsea rushed to complete the transfer.

It came after Manchester United signed Marcel Sabitzer on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season. The Austria international adds to United’s midfield options after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury.

Brighton held on to midfielder Moises Caicedo, but Arsenal turned their attention to another target and signed Jorginho from Premier League rivals Chelsea in a £13m deal.

Elsewhere, Tottenham confirmed the signing of right back Pedro Porro, with Matt Doherty joining Atletico Madrid on a free transfer after his contract with Spurs was terminated by mutual agreement.

Follow all the latest transfer news and rumours, below:

Transfer news - LIVE: Latest deadline day updates

• DONE DEAL! Chelsea complete Enzo Fernandez signing to break British transfer record

• Done deal! Manchester United sign Marcel Sabitzer on loan

• Hakim Ziyech’s move from Chelsea to PSG on verge of collapse

• Done deal! Arsenal sign Jorginho from Chelsea on £13m transfer

• Done deal! Tottenham sign right back Pedro Porro from Sporting

• Done deal! Atletico sign Matt Doherty as Tottenham terminate contract

• Moises Caicedo to remain at Brighton after Arsenal bids rejected

• Done deal! Nottingham Forest sign Keylor Navas on loan from PSG

• Done deal! Crystal Palace sign Naouirou Ahamada

• Done deal! Bournemouth announce Illia Zabarnyi signing

• Done deal! Leicester sign Harry Souttar from Stoke for £15m

• Arsenal fail with world record Alessia Russo bid

DONE DEAL! Chelsea complete Enzo Fernandez signing to break British transfer record

00:50 , Jamie Braidwood

Chelsea have completed the signing of Enzo Fernandez for £106m, in what is a British transfer record.

The Blues met Benfica’s release clause for the Argentina midfielder shortly before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.

A statement from the Portuguese side confirmed the deal past midnight after Chelsea rushed to complete the transfer.

It takes Chelsea’s spending this month to over £300m, while the signing of Fernandez breaks the previous Premier League record set by Manchester City’s £100m transfer of Jack Grealish.

Done deal! Fulham sign Cedric Soares on loan

00:36 , Jamie Braidwood

DONE DEAL! Manchester United sign Marcel Sabitzer on loan

00:22 , Jamie Braidwood

“Marcel is a player that we have watched for a long time,” said Manchester United’s football director John Murtough.

“The opportunity arose quickly, and we knew that he was someone with the ability and character to make an impact.

“He adds further quality to our squad and experience to the dressing room, and all of us are pleased to be welcoming him to Manchester United.”

DONE DEAL! Manchester United sign Marcel Sabitzer on loan

00:14 , Jamie Braidwood

Marcel Sabitzer: “Sometimes in life you have to make quick and important decisions. From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me. I am a competitive player; I want to win and help the club achieve its aims this season. “I feel that I am at my peak as a player, and that I can contribute a lot of experience and energy to the squad. I am excited to start with my new team-mates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.”

DONE DEAL! Manchester United sign Marcel Sabitzer on loan

00:11 , Jamie Braidwood

Here it is!

Manchester United have signed Marcel Sabitzer on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season.

The Austria international adds to United’s midfield options after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury.

United were quick to contact Bayern over a loan move for the versatile 28-year-old, with the German champion open to the deal.

Chelsea submit paperwork for Enzo Fernandez

00:06 , Jamie Braidwood

Chelsea are confident they submitted their paperwork for Enzo Fernandez in time, with a British transfer record set to be confirmed very soon.

Earlier today Chelsea and Benfica reached agreement on a a £106m deal, to be paid in six installments. That was the major obstacle Chelsea had to overcome in order for the deal to be completed.

Fernandez is set to sign a contract until 2031, so 8.5 years, and will be the most expensive Premier League transfer since Jack Grealish.

Albrighton joins West Brom on loan

00:01 , Jamie Braidwood

Marc Albrighton, one of the remaining members of Leicester’s Premier League title win in 2016, has joined West Brom on loan for the rest of the season.

Chelsea and Man United still waiting for deals!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:51 , Jamie Braidwood

So, we’re still waiting on two huge transfers.

Manchester United had until 12pm to finalise Marcel Sabitzer’s loan after getting their deal sheet in, but it’s gone quiet at Old Trafford.

Meanwhile Chelsea are confident they got their paperwork in for Enzo Fernandez in time... but we’re yet to hear any official word.

Don’t go to bed just yet...

Fury in France over Ziyech’s collapsed move to PSG

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:43 , Jamie Braidwood

There is quite the story developing tonight after Hakim Ziyech’s transfer from Chelsea to PSG, which is currently in doubt after the deadline.

Reports in France suggest that PSG are furious with Chelsea after the London club sent the wrong documentation for his transfer...

... three times.

Done deal! Leicester sign Harry Souttar from Stoke

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:34 , Jamie Braidwood

Leicester have confirmed the signing of Harry Souttar from Stoke City.

The Australia centre-back, who impressed for his country at the World Cup, has signed a five-and-a-half-year deal with the Foxes and adds to Brendan Rodgers’ defensive options.

The transfer is worth a reported £15m.

Late business for Leicester?

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:26 , Jamie Braidwood

Leicester are close to a new defender...

Ziyech deal in trouble?

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:24 , Jamie Braidwood

Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech was close to signing for PSG, but the deal has hit an issue, according to the latest reports.

Apparently, the documentation for the Morocco international was not submitted in time.

That’s not good news for Ziyech or Chelsea, given how big their squad is going to be for the second half of the season.

DONE DEAL! Nottingham Forest sign Keylor Navas!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:17 , Jamie Braidwood

And it’s done! Just confirmed, Nottingham Forest have signed Keylor Navas on loan from PSG! A three-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid!

It’s Forest’s third signing of deadline day, adding to Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle and defender Felipe from Atletico Madrid.

Nottingham Forest agree deal to sign Keylor Navas

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:15 , Jamie Braidwood

Incredible! Nottingham Forest STILL aren’t finished!

According to the BBC’s Simon Stone, Forest have agreed a loan move for PSG’s 36-year-old goalkeeper Keylor Navas!

Forest had been looking for a goalkeeper with Dean Henderson out for several weeks.

Done deal! Nottingham Forest sign Jonjo Shelvey

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:11 , Jamie Braidwood

Another one! Nottingham Forest weren’t done yet, although this one was on the cards from yesterday.

I’ve lost count on the number of their new signings, but Steve Cooper’s side have announced the transfer of Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle.

Manchester United remain on track to sign Marcel Sabitzer

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:02 , Jamie Braidwood

Manchester United submitted their paperwork for Marcel Sabitzer before the 11pm deadline, so they have until midnight to finalise his loan.

TRANSFER WINDOW SLAMS SHUT!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 23:00 , Jamie Braidwood

The January transfer window is now closed!

So now we turn to the deal sheets... Clubs can still complete moves after the 11pm deadline if the paperwork was submitted on time.

Done deal! Tottenham sign Pedro Porro!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:53 , Jamie Braidwood

A club statement announces that Porro will arrive on loan, with an obligation to sign on a permanent deal, set to be around £40m, in the summer.

Done deal!

Done deal! Tottenham sign Pedro Porro!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:51 , Jamie Braidwood

Interesting announcement video... but Tottenham have a new right back!

15 MINUTES TO GO!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:46 , Jamie Braidwood

Just 15 minutes to go before the deadline, and there are still so many deals to confirm!

Fernandez to Chelsea?

Sabitzer to Manchester United?

Porro to Tottenham?

Time is running out!

Apart from Everton... despite late efforts to sign a striker, the Toffees are going to finish the window without a signing. Sean Dyche has already gone home.

Tottenham set to announce Pedro Porro deal

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:41 , Jamie Braidwood

Down goes one domino, as Hector Bellerin signs for Sporting Lisbon.

That’s their replacement for outgoing right back Pedro Porro, who should be announced by Tottenham very, very soon.

Chelsea make breakthrough in Enzo Fernandez deal

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:34 , Jamie Braidwood

Chelsea have made a breakthrough over the structure of Enzo Fernandez’s deal, according to The Independent’s Miguel Delaney.

As reported earlier: Chelsea have attempted to come up with a deal worth slightly more than the £106m clause that can be paid in installments.

Chelsea put forward a number of different options, like the fee being front-loaded to the first payment.

Benfica had been unwilling to accept this, but it seems a breakthrough has been reached by both parties.

Enzo Fernandez to sign eight-and-a-half-year contract

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:30 , Jamie Braidwood

Enzo Fernandez will sign a contract until 2031, which is eight-and-a-half years and the same length as the deal Chelsea handed to Mykhailo Mudryk.

That’s according to Fabrizio Romano.

Enzo Fernandez set for Chelsea medical

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:23 , Jamie Braidwood

Chelsea have had staff in Portugal working on the Enzo Fernandez transfer all day, and the midfielder is set to undergo a medical there before flying to England.

Chelsea and Benfica have reached agreement on what would be a British transfer record, according to latest reports tonight.

Done deal! Crystal Palace sign Albert Sambi Lokonga on loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:10 , Jamie Braidwood

Albert Sambi Lokonga heads to Crystal Palace on loan for the rest of the season for some much-needed game time.

Done deal! Atletico Madrid sign Matt Doherty

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:04 , Jamie Braidwood

And here is Matt Doherty. The right back signs with Atletico Madrid after Tottenham confirmed he had left the club.

BREAKING! Tottenham and Doherty part ways

Tuesday 31 January 2023 22:01 , Jamie Braidwood

WOW! Did not see this coming. Tottenham have announced that they have terminated the contract of Matt Doherty, in a mutual decision, so the Ireland international can complete a permanent move to Atletico Madrid!

Doherty’s time at Spurs is over, and Pedro Porro should be announced shortly.

Enzo Fernandez to Chelsea... here we go?

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:58 , Jamie Braidwood

So when Fabrizio Romano gives it a ‘Here we go!’, it usually means a deal is all but done...

And the transfer expert has just given the big thumbs up to Chelsea’s move for Enzo Fernandez.

Romano says there is now agreement between Benfica and Chelsea, but there is still a race against time to get the deal done before the deadline.

Isco move to Union Berlin collapses at last moment

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:58 , Jamie Braidwood

Union Berlin’s attempt to sign former Real Madrid star Isco fell apart earlier on deadline day, with the German club saying they called the deal off at the last moment.

The 30-year-old Isco had looked set to sign for Union as a free agent after undergoing a medical in Berlin on the final day of the transfer window, but club officials announced the deal had collapsed.

“We would have been happy to see Isco among us, but we have our limits. These were exceeded today, contrary to the previous agreement, so the transfer is not taking place,” Union general manager Oliver Ruhnert said.

Gestifute, the player agency run by Jorge Mendes which represents Isco, declined to comment when asked by the Associated Press on why the deal fell apart.

Done deal! Nottingham Forest sign Felipe from Atletico Madrid

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:50 , Jamie Braidwood

Another one!

Forest make their final splash of the January transfer window with another signing, and another Brazilian. They have announced the transfer of experienced centre-back Felipe from Atletico Madrid.

The 33-year-old has signed a contract until 2024 and said: “It was a dream of mine to play in the Premier League and I’m really excited to be part of this wonderful, fast-growing club.

“You can see it’s a club looking to really grow. It’s a big challenge for me and I made a clear decision to be part of the history here and grow with the club.”

Spurs confirm Spence loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:45 , Michael Jones

Djed Spence has joined Ligue 1 side Rennes for the remainder of the 2022/23 season Tottenham have confirmed.

Having joined from Middlesbrough last summer, the England Under-21 international made his Premier League debut in a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in August 2022.

The right-back has made six appearances for Spurs but will team up with fellow loanee Joe Rodon who joined the French side on a season-long loan at the beginning of the current campaign.

Fulham close to Cedric loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:42 , Jamie Braidwood

Fulham have made a breakthrough in their talks to sign right back Cedric Soares on loan from Arsenal.

Sky Sports News report that Cedric will join the club until the end of the season, with no option to buy.

Mohamed Elneny: Arsenal midfielder undergoes surgery after knee injury

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:30 , Michael Jones

Arsenal have confirmed that Mohamed Elneny will be out for an ‘extended period of time’ after the midfielder underwent surgery on an injured knee.

Elneny has missed Arsenal’s last two Premier League outings – victories over north London rivals Tottenham and most recently Manchester United – and the league leaders have now revealed that the Egypt international’s injury is ‘significant.’

As such, Elneny will be sidelined for a lengthy spell for the second time this season, following a two-month absence between September and November due to a thigh issue.

Arsenal provide Mohamed Elneny injury update

James Maddison set to stay at Leicester

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:29 , Jamie Braidwood

It appears James Maddison will be staying at Leicester for the rest of the season. The England international had been linked with Newcastle last summer but there was less interest in the attacking midfielder this month. Maddison has been out injured since the World Cup, and will now look to help Leicester move clear of the relegation places.

Enzo Fernandez transfer saga to go down to the wire

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:22 , Jamie Braidwood

As expected, Chelsea’s pursuit of Enzo Fernandez is going to go down to the wire tonight.

As reported by The Independent, Benfica have been insistent that Chelsea pay the midfielder’s £106million release clause if they want the deal done.

According to Miguel Delaney, such a move would bring expensive tax costs, so the Stamford Bridge hierarchy have attempted to come up with a deal worth slightly more than that clause, that can be paid in installments.

Chelsea have put forward a number of different options, like the fee being front-loaded to the first payment. Benfica have been unwilling to accept this, and their stance has been repeated.

Caicedo staying at Brighton

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:15 , Jamie Braidwood

Brighton have held onto their man. The Seagulls have seen off approaches from both Chelsea and Arsenal during this transfer window as neither club reached their specific valuation for the sought-after midfielder.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Gunners have given up their pursuit of Caicedo after turning their attention to signing Jorginho from Chelsea. Brighton were adamant that Caicedo wouldn’t leave this month and that looks set to be the case now.

Done deal! Crystal Palace sign Naouirou Ahamada

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:10 , Jamie Braidwood

Crystal Palace have announced the signing of Naouirou Ahamada from Stuttgart.

The 20-year-old midfielder, who has been capped at U-18 level by France, arrives on a £10m deal from the Bundesliga side.

“I’m very happy to have joined this club. It is an amazing club, and I’m very excited to get started.

“I want to show my quality, and I want to help this team with my quality. I want to play games, work hard, train hard and progress, and help the team.”

TWO HOURS TO GO!

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:05 , Jamie Braidwood

Into the final stages now! Here’s what we’re still waiting for:

Enzo Fernandez to Chelsea

Marcel Sabitzer to Manchester United

Pedro Porro to Tottenham

Matt Doherty to Atletico

Cedric Soares to Fulham

Lokonga to Crystal Palace

Done deals:

Jorginho to Arsenal

Joao Cancelo to Bayern Munich

Off:

Alessia Russo to Arsenal

Conor Gallagher to Everton

Leeds target deadline day move for Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo

Tuesday 31 January 2023 21:00 , Michael Jones

Leeds United are in talks with Roma about a move for attacking midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo.

The primary difference between the Whites and the Serie A club is currently over whether it should be a temporary or permanent deal.

While the Premier League club want the 23-year-old on loan, Roma would prefer to sell and have been looking to offload Zaniolo all window.

There remains some doubt over whether the deal will go through as there are many moving parts, not least Jack Harrison’s prospective move from Leeds United to Leicester City.

Leeds target deadline day move for Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo

Chelsea say thank you to Jorginho

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:59 , Jamie Braidwood

“A friendly and funny guy off the pitch, Jorginho leaves Chelsea with 213 appearances to his name and four winners’ medals, none more precious than the 2021 Champions League success in which he played a major part.

“Good luck in the future, Jorgi!”

Done deal! Bournemouth announce Illia Zabarnyi signing

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:55 , Jamie Braidwood

Bournemouth have completed the signing of Ukraine international centre-back Illia Zabarnyi from Dinamo Kyiv.

The 20-year-old, who has already been capped 24 times by his country, has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract with the club and arrives on a reported £20m fee.

Sabitzer arrives at Manchester United ahead of loan move

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:45 , Jamie Braidwood

Marcel Sabitzer has landed in England, swiftly got through passport control, and has arrived at Manchester United’s Carrington training ground ahead of his loan move from Bayern Munich.

United have moved so quickly to sign the 28-year-old on loan following the injury to Christian Eriksen.

Everton turn to Andre Ayew to solve scoring woes

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:35 , Jamie Braidwood

Latest from Miguel Delaney: Everton have turned to Andre Ayew late in the window to try and solve their scoring issues, and are in advanced talks about a deal.

The 33-year-old Ghanaian international was most recently at Al Sadd in Qatar, having previously had a respectable Premier League career at Swansea City and West Ham United.

The Independent has been told that Everton cast around in order to try and bring in a forward, with their issues exacerbated by the fact their budget is limited.

Fenerbahce’s Michu Batshuayi and even West Ham United’s Michail Antonio had been names put forward but many deals were impossible, which has left the club looking to Ayew.

Mikel Arteta explains what Jorginho will bring to Arsenal’s title bid

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:31 , Jamie Braidwood

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hailed the signing of Jorginho from Chelsea as a boost to their Premier League title hopes after praising the midfielder’s hunger to win at the club.

The Premier League leaders have confirmed the £12m transfer of the experienced Italian international as the Gunners added their second signing of the January window.

Jorginho arrived at Chelsea in 2018 and helped the Blues in the Champions League in 2021, but has been allowed to move on with the Stamford Bridge club looking to complete the record transfer of Enzo Fernandez.

Mikel Arteta explains what Jorginho will bring to Arsenal’s title bid

Nottingham Forest seek new goalkeeper

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:30 , Michael Jones

Spare a thought for the City Ground fax machine - it’s been a busy season of incoming and outgoings by the River Trent since Nottingham Forest’s return to the English top tier, and there could yet be one more new face in through the door before January concludes.

Dean Henderson could miss more than a month of action with a muscular issue, and Forest are said to be actively seeking some goalkeeping cover. While Steve Cooper played coy yesterday, PSG pair Keylor Navas and Sergio Rico have both been connected with the club.

Dean Henderson injury could prompt Nottingham Forest to sign goalkeeper

Atletico Madrid chase deadline day deal for Tottenham wing-back Matt Doherty

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:15 , Michael Jones

Atletico Madrid are considering a loan move for Tottenham Hotspur‘s Matt Doherty, with Diego Simeone having instructed the hierarchy to bring in a right-back this window.

The Spanish club have already failed in two bids for Olympique Marseille’s Jonathan Clauss, but there is a good relationship with Spurs after recent moves and the Irish international has been broached as an option. The 31-year-old has been in and out of Antonio Conte‘s side this season but is valued by the Italian, and there is a feeling his strengths could fit what Simeone wants.

Talks are underway after Atletico raised the prospect of a move and Doherty is in Madrid to discuss the move. There is not expected to be any option or obligation for the loan to become permanent.

Atletico Madrid chase deadline day deal for Tottenham wing-back Matt Doherty

DONE DEAL! Arsenal complete Jorginho signing from Chelsea

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:07 , Jamie Braidwood

Mikel Arteta on Jorginho: “Jorginho is a midfield player with intelligence, deep leadership skills and a huge amount of Premier League and international experience. Jorginho has won in his career, but he still has the hunger and huge willingness to contribute here.”

DONE DEAL! Arsenal complete Jorginho signing from Chelsea

Tuesday 31 January 2023 20:05 , Jamie Braidwood

Huge one!

Arsenal have completed the signing of Jorginho from Chelsea.

The midfielder, who has won 46 caps for Italy, has joined the Premier League leaders for a fee believed to be in the region of £12 million.

The 31-year-old arrived at Chelsea from Napoli in 2018 and helped the club to Champions League triumph in 2021.

The Euro 2020 winner’s contract was due to expire at the end of the current campaign.

Newcastle face Southampton in Carabao Cup semi-finals

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:55 , Jamie Braidwood

There is live football on tonight, amid all the transfer news.

Newcastle are aiming to secure a trip to Wembley as they face Southampton in the Carabao Cup semi--finals.

Eddie Howe’s side have a slender lead following their 1-0 win on the south coast last week.

Newcastle vs Southampton LIVE: Latest Carabao Cup semi-final updates

Everton still trying to make a signing

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:49 , Jamie Braidwood

Everton have not given up hope on making a signing tonight, despite being turned down by Michy Batshuayi.

According to The Independent’s Richard Jolly, the Goodison Park club are still working on adding to Sean Dyche’s squad.

Everton are yet to make a signing this window, despite selling Anthony Gordon to Newcastle for £45m.

Done deal! Fulham sign Sasa Lukic

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:39 , Jamie Braidwood

Fulham have announced the signing of Saka Lukic on a four-and-a-half-year deal, in what is the first signing of the window for Marco Silva’s side.

The Serbian international midfielder has been signed from Torino, where Fulham completed his medical.

Fulham are also hopeful of signing right back Cedric Soares on loan from Arsenal before tonight’s deadline.

“I can’t wait to get started and meet with the head coach, the players, and the staff, and I’m looking forward to training with them when I arrive in England,” Lukic said.

“I’ve seen Fulham play this season and they’ve been playing very well. They have a good squad, with a great history.

“A lot of great players have played for the club in its history, and they have a lot of great players currently, like my compatriot Aleksandar Mitrović.”

Everton yet to make a signing

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:29 , Jamie Braidwood

As it stands, Everton will be the only team in the bottom half of the Premier League table to not make a signing this month.

With Crystal Palace set to sign Albert Sambi Lokonga on loan, Sean Dyche will be the only manager without fresh reinforcements.

The Athletic have reported tonight that Everton enquired about signing Michy Batshuayi from Fenerbahce on deadline day, but the 28-year-old turned down the move.

Perez departs Leicester on loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:19 , Jamie Braidwood

Leicester City have confirmed that Ayoze Perez has joined Real Betis on loan until the end of the season.

Perez joined Leicester from Newcastle for around £30m in 2019 but has struggled to make an impact over the past two years.

Leicester are meanwhile hopeful of signing centre back Harry Souttar from Stoke City before the deadline.

Lokonga set for Palace loan move

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:14 , Jamie Braidwood

Crystal Palace are set to sign Albert Sambi Lokonga on loan until the end of the season.

The 23-year-old has made just six appearances for Arsenal in the Premier League this season.

The Gunners are set to sign Jorginho from Chelsea, as the leaders strengthen their midfield options.

Leeds defender Llorente joins Roma on loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:06 , Jamie Braidwood

Leeds centre-back Diego Llorente has joined Roma on loan until the end of the season, with a view to a permanent deal.

The 29-year-old, who was signed from Real Sociedad in 2020, has found himself behind Liam Cooper, Robin Koch and Max Wober in the pecking order at Elland Road.

Roma will have the option to sign Llorente on a permanent deal in the summer.

Deadline day: FOUR hours to go

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:01 , Jamie Braidwood

Time is ticking! Here are the big deals we are waiting on as the 11pm deadline fast approaches:

• Enzo Fernandez to Chelsea

• Jorginho to Arsenal

• Marcel Sabitzer to Manchester United

• Pedro Porro to Tottenham

• Matt Doherty to Atletico Madrid

Joao Cancelo explains reasons behind Bayern Munich move

Tuesday 31 January 2023 19:00 , Michael Jones

Joao Cancelo has played down suggestions a rift with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola prompted his surprise deadline-day loan move to Bayern Munich.

The versatile Portugal full-back joined the German giants for the remainder of the season on Tuesday with a view to a permanent switch in the summer.

There have been reports the 28-year-old had become a disruptive influence in the dressing room in recent weeks after falling out of favour with Guardiola.

Yet Cancelo insists he wanted to pursue Bayern’s interest in order simply to get more match action. The former Juventus defender had made just three starts since returning to club duty following the World Cup in December.

Joao Cancelo explains reasons behind Bayern Munich move

Spurs remain confident over Porro deal

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:59 , Jamie Braidwood

Tottenham remain confident of signing right-back Pedro Porro before tonight’s deadline, with Djed Spence and Matt Doherty on their way out of the club.

The final touches are being put onto a £39.7m transfer, which will be a boost to Antonio Conte’s side and improves a vital position in the team.

Joao Cancelo joins Bayern Munich on loan from Man City

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:45 , Michael Jones

Manchester City have confirmed the departure of Joao Cancelo to Bayern Munich, on loan for the remainder of the 2022/23 season.

The surprise move sees the Portugal international switch to the Bundesliga on deadline day, having previously been one of the top performers in Pep Guardiola’s title-winning team last year.

However, he has featured intermittently since the World Cup, with Rico Lewis making his way into the senior set-up on the right side of City’s back line and Kyle Walker another option there. On the left, Nathan Ake has been the go-to starter more often than not.

Joao Cancelo joins Bayern Munich on loan from Man City

Hutchinson considers options

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:36 , Michael Jones

Chelsea teenager Omari Hutchinson is discussing loan options in the final hours of the transfer window with interest coming from the Championship.

The 19-year-old is deciding between moves to West Brom or Wigan, or whether to stay at Stamford Bridge and try to force his way into a team stacked with attacking talent.

Chelsea’s British record bid for Enzo Fernandez to enter final hours of window

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:30 , Michael Jones

Chelsea’s bid to sign Enzo Fernandez for a British record fee was set to enter the final hours of the transfer window on Tuesday.

The proposed deal would make the Argentina World Cup winner the Premier League’s most expensive player, with Chelsea set to pay the reported 120 million euros (£105.6m) release clause to land the 22-year-old Benfica midfielder.

The previous British transfer record was set by Manchester City following the signing of Jack Grealish from Aston Villa for £100m in August 2021.

Reports have suggested that Chelsea club officials are in Lisbon to complete the deal, with Fernandez, who was left out of Benfica’s matchday squad for their Primeira Liga fixture at Arouca on Tuesday, set to have his medical in the Portuguese capital.

Chelsea’s British record bid for Enzo Fernandez to enter final hours of window

Ziyech wants PSG move

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:25 , Michael Jones

Negotiations are progressing slowly between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea over a loan move for Morocco’s Hakim Ziyech. The French side are said to be growing frustrated with Chelsea as Ziyech pushes for the move.

Reports in France suggest that Ziyech has passed a medical and is now waiting for a breakthrough to be made in discussions.

West Brom sign Chalobah

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:20 , Michael Jones

West Brom have moved for Fulham’s Nathaniel Chalobah, getting their man.

Chalobah (28) helped the Cottagers return to the Premier League after spells with Watford and first club Chelsea.

Now he’s targeting a second successive promotion from the Championship but this time with the Baggies.

Dowie returns to Liverpool

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:15 , Michael Jones

Liverpool have re-signed striker Natasha Dowie on loan until the end of the season.

The 34-year-old has left Reading to rejoin her former side, where she played from 2012-15. During her first stint at Liverpool, she earned several honours including the FA Player’s Player of the Year and Women’s Super League top scorer in 2013.

Dowie has scored seven goals in 27 league games for Reading this season.

Arsenal fail with world record bid for Alessia Russo

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:14 , Jamie Braidwood

Alessia Russo has remained a Manchester United player after Women’s Super League rivals Arsenal tried to sign the England striker before the transfer deadline.

The Gunners had been looking to bolster their attack and launched a big-money bid for Russo a few days ago.

That bid was rejected by United, as was a follow-up world record offer - reported to be just under £500,000 - and Russo was still a United player when the transfer window closed at 5pm on Tuesday.

That deal would have surpassed the £350,000-£400,000 initially thought to have been paid by Barcelona to sign England team-mate Keira Walsh from Manchester City in September.

Marcel Sabitzer: Manchester United agree to sign Bayern Munich midfielder on loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 18:05 , Jamie Braidwood

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer on loan until the end of the season.

The Austria international was seen arriving at Munich airport on Monday evening and is set to fly to Manchester ahead of the deadline day move.

The Independent understands United will have the option to sign Sabitzer on a permanent transfer following his loan spell.

United acted swiftly to add to their midfield options after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury, with Bayern open to the deal.

An update on Fernandez deal

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:58 , Michael Jones

Llorente leaves Leeds

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:55 , Michael Jones

Leeds defender Diego Llorente has joined Italian side Roma on loan for the rest of the season with a view to a permanent deal in the summer.

That should be it in terms of transfer business for Leeds but there are rumours concerning Jack Harrison which may not go away until the window shuts.

Forest reignite loan move for Navas

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:49 , Michael Jones

Nottingham Forest have returned to the negotiating table with PSG to try to sort a last minute loan deal for Keylor Navas. The goalkeeper is keen on the move and wants to play in the Premier League.

The deal appeared dead due to financial demands but there is a possible compromise over his wages being discussed between the clubs. Navas is still in France, but there is a chance that a loan for the rest of the season can be agreed.

Mykhailo Mudryk unlikely to face ban over racial slur in TikTok video

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:44 , Michael Jones

Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk is unlikely to face a ban for using a racial slur in a social media post, the PA news agency understands.

The Ukrainian has apologised via a statement from his representatives for using the term while reciting song lyrics in a TikTok video.

The Football Association is seeking clarification and observations from Mudryk and his club over when the recording was made, when it was posted online and when it was deleted.

While the FA is able to charge players for discriminatory behaviour away from a football setting under new guidelines issued in 2020, PA understands the FA is unlikely to charge the player in this case based on the information it already holds about it, and instead is likely to remind Mudryk of his responsibilities.

Mykhailo Mudryk unlikely to face ban over racial slur in TikTok video

Leicester still hoping for Harrison

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:37 , Michael Jones

Leicester are still interested in Leeds United’s Jack Harrison. The Foxes had a £20m bid rejected last week and Harrison is said to be happy remaining at Elland Road.

However, Leicester are willing to offer a new deal to the 26-year-old but it is still more likely that the winger would leave in the summer with more options available.

Leeds would need a replacement in before selling Harrison and have asked about Roma’s Nicolo Zaniolo.

Sabitzer flying to Manchester

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:32 , Michael Jones

In a last minute move to cover Christian Eriksen following his ankle injury, Marcel Sabitzer has been contacted by Manchester United and will fly to England in preparation for a potential loan move to Old Trafford.

Negotiations between United and Bayern Munich are still ongoing but a compromise is said to be on the cards. United want to sign Sabitzer on loan but the Bundesliga side prefer a permanent move.

Expect something along the lines of initial loan with a summer buy option included.

Rangers sign Raskin

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:26 , Michael Jones

Scottish bigwigs Rangers have signed Nicolas Raskin on a long-term contract for an undisclosed fee.

On signing, Raskin said: “I feel very excited to be here and I also feel very proud to join a very big club. I’m looking forward to playing at Ibrox. It was very exciting when I was told of Rangers’ interest because it’s a big club.

I’m looking forward to making my debut and I hope it can be as soon as possible.”

Spurs confirm Spence loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:21 , Michael Jones

Djed Spence has joined Ligue 1 side Rennes for the remainder of the 2022/23 season Tottenham have confirmed.

Having joined from Middlesbrough last summer, the England Under-21 international made his Premier League debut in a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in August 2022.

The right-back has made six appearances for Spurs but will team up with fellow loanee Joe Rodon who joined the French side on a season-long loan at the beginning of the current campaign.

Aston Villa updates

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:15 , Michael Jones

Aston Villa are letting Aaron Ramsey, the younger brother of Jacob, join Middlesbrough on loan for the rest of the season whilst at the same time have recalled Bertrand Traore from his loan at Turkish club İstanbul Başakşehir.

Perez moving to Spain

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:11 , Michael Jones

Leicester forward Ayoze Perez is set to sign for Real Betis in a £30m deal that will bring his spell at Leicester to an end with a move to the La Liga club.

This one is not over the line yet but the club’s are confident of getting the deal done.

Leicester are also set to announce the £15m capture of Stoke defender Harry Souttar soon.

Canos loaned out to Olympiakos

Tuesday 31 January 2023 17:04 , Michael Jones

Brentford have confirmed that Sergi Canos will spend the rest of the season on loan at Greek Super League side Olympiakos.

The 25-year-old flew to Greece yesterday before completing the formalities of his switch on deadline day.

Dean Henderson injury could prompt Nottingham Forest to sign goalkeeper

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:57 , Michael Jones

Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper has not ruled out signing a goalkeeper in the final hours of the January transfer window following an injury to Dean Henderson.

Forest were active again on Monday as former England midfielder Jonjo Shelvey underwent a medical ahead of a proposed moved from Newcastle, but injuries in the squad have forced Cooper to keep looking.

On-loan Manchester United stopper Henderson is facing four to six weeks out with a muscular injury – with Wales international Wayne Hennessey stepping up in his absence – and Cooper may seek further cover before the window closes on Tuesday night.

Dean Henderson injury could prompt Nottingham Forest to sign goalkeeper

Caicedo staying at Brighton

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:50 , Michael Jones

Brighton have held onto their man. The Seagulls have seen off approaches from both Chelsea and Arsenal during this transfer window as neither club reached their specific valuation for the sought-after midfielder.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Gunners have given up their pursuit of Caicedo after closing in on signing Jorginho from Chelsea. Brighton were adamant that Caicedo wouldn’t leave this month and that looks set to be the case now.

Sporting boss confirms Porro exit

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:44 , Michael Jones

Sporting manager Ruben Amorim has wished Pedro Porro luck at Tottenham as the Spanish international closes in on a move to the Premier League.

Porro is currently in the final stages of his medical at the club’s Hotspur Way training base. He’ll join the club initially on loan before making the move permanent in the summer.

The former Manchester City youngster will then sign a five-and-a-half-year deal in north London and will cost in the region of £39m.

Amorim said: “In football, we get used to change from a very young age. One day they are our children, our best friends, and now he is Conte’s son. If we play against him, I already know his difficulties.”

Will Phillips leave Man City?

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:37 , Michael Jones

Kalvin Phillips is attracting as the end of the transfer window approaches.

Everton have seen their attempts to sign Conor Gallagher knocked back so have pivoted to Phillips in an attempt to bring the Man City midfielder in on loan.

That’s according to The Sun.

The Toffees, Leeds and West Ham have all asked about the possibility of signing Phillips until the end of the season but Manchester City have made it clear he will not be leaving the club.

Liverpool suffer further setback as Ibrahima Konate adds to injury problems

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:32 , Michael Jones

Liverpool have been dealt another defensive blow after centre-back Ibrahima Konate was ruled out for up to three weeks with a hamstring injury.

With Virgil van Dijk not expected to return from a similar problem for at least a fortnight, it leaves Jurgen Klopp short of options and is likely to scupper any potential deadline day move for Nat Phillips.

Konate was injured in Sunday’s FA Cup exit at Brighton and it is understood he is likely to miss upcoming matches against Wolves, Everton and Newcastle, with doubts currently over whether he will be ready for the Champions League visit of Real Madrid on February 21.

Liverpool suffer further setback as Ibrahima Konate adds to injury problems

Jorginho deal almost done

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:25 , Michael Jones

Jorginho’s move from Chelsea to Arsenal is almost complete and the midfielder has been pictured wearing the Arsenal shirt after completing a medical for the Gunners.

No official announcement has been released yet though.

Fernandez ready to undergo medical

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:19 , Michael Jones

Chelsea are preparing to give Enzo Fernandez his medical in Portugal. Sky Sports News say club officials are in Lisbon working to get this deal over the line.

They are making plans to medically assess the midfielder in the Portuguese capital after reportedly agreeing the deal with Benfica.

Chelsea have told Benfica they are prepared to pay Fernandez’s £105.85m (€120m) release clause.

Bolton sign Mbete on loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:12 , Michael Jones

Bolton have completed the signing of Luke Mbete on loan from Manchester City until the end of the season.

The 19 year-old defender spent the first half of the season with Huddersfield, but struggled for playing time, making just six Championship appearances.

Chelsea and Benfica still in talks for Fernandez

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:08 , Michael Jones

If this deal gets over the line it will go right down to the wire on deadline day. There’ll be a last minute panic compromise from one of the two clubs.

Let’s see how it progresses.

Manchester United midfield Christian Eriksen set for lengthy absence

Tuesday 31 January 2023 16:00 , Michael Jones

Christian Eriksen will be out for three months with the ankle injury sustained against Reading on Saturday.

Manchester United will be without the midfielder, who was hurt in a shocking challenge by Reading striker Andy Carroll, until late April or early May.

It means Eriksen will miss the Carabao Cup final, if United reach it, and their Europa League tie against Barcelona, though the Premier League club are hopeful he could be back before the end of the season.

Manchester United midfielder Eriksen set for lengthy injury absence

Gallagher could still leave Chelsea

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:53 , Michael Jones

Conor Gallagher has been a target for plenty of Premier League clubs this month and Crystal Palace are hopeful of bringing him back to Selhurst Park on loan.

At this stage Chelsea are currently only considering permanent cash deals after Everton made a £40 million offer that was rejected by Gallagher

The 22-year-old only wants a permanent deal to another top six team or one challenging for the Champions League places but he might be persuaded of a second successive loan to Palace if the club get Chelsea’s agreement.

The Blues would only sanction a loan when all other sale options have been exhausted though.

Burnley eyeing up Enock Agyei

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:47 , Michael Jones

Burnley boss Vincent Kompany wants to make a deadline raid on his former club Anderlecht to snap up teen winger Enock Agyei.

The 18-year-old is out of contract in the summer and there are rumours saying that he could move to Turf Mooor today. The Clarets are also said to have signed forward Deji Sotona.

Sotona claimed on social media that he has joined the Clarets but the club are yet to confirm it. Sotona came through the youth ranks at Manchester United and has more recently been playing for Nice.

Weston McKennie 'super excited' to join Leeds on loan

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:40 , Michael Jones

Weston McKennie says he is ‘super excited’ to join Leeds United after completing a loan move to Elland Road yesterday.

West Ham complete Thestrup deal

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:34 , Michael Jones

West Ham Women have completed the signing of striker Amalie Thestrup.

The Denmark international joins on a permanent deal from PSV. The 27-year old has four caps and has previously played for Roma and Liverpool.

Newcastle to show off new signings

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:29 , Michael Jones

Newcastle United will present their new signings, Anthony Gordon and Harrison Ashby, before kick off in tonight’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Southampton.

Arsenal agree £13m fee with Chelsea for Jorginho transfer

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:23 , Michael Jones

Arsenal and Chelsea have agreed a £13 million deal for Jorginho, with the 31-year-old midfielder now set to complete a medical.

Formal negotiations on a fee began on Monday afternoon and were concluded swiftly due to the suitability to all parties. Chelsea want to clear space in an increasingly bloated squad, Jorginho wants football, and Arsenal want a midfielder to bolster their title challenge.

The thinness in that area combined with Thomas Partey’s risk of injury in Friday night’s FA Cup defeat to Manchester City only convinced Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal hierarchy that they had to bring another player of quality in, which initially hastened a move for Moises Caicedo.

Arsenal agree £13m fee with Chelsea for Jorginho transfer

Isco deal collapses

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:16 , Michael Jones

Isco’s move to Union Berlin has collapsed meaning the midfielder is looking for a club. With quite a few Premier League sides in the market for a midfielder could the 30-year-old make a surprise last minute move?

Cancelo talks Bayern transfer

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:11 , Michael Jones

Joao Cancelo has explained how his move to Bayern Munich came about that it all happened very quickly.

“I didn’t talk to the manager about a possible transfer to Bayern because this all happened so suddenly. There was an offer and I accepted.” said Cancelo.

“I’m ready to play, I’m looking forward, looking forward to playing in this shirt. [Being used less at City recently is] exactly why I decided to make this move, for the few minutes I’ve had in recent weeks.

“It has nothing to do with Pep, but because I decided to leave for a new adventure. I’m happy here, it’s a big club, with a lot of history. In these 5 months I want to have a clear head, express my football and help the team.”

Manchester United and Chelsea vie for Bayern Munich midfielder

Tuesday 31 January 2023 15:04 , Michael Jones

Manchester United and Chelsea have enquired about a deal for Bayern Munich’s Marcel Sabitzer, with the London club seeking a permanent signing while their rivals pursue a loan move.

The Bundesliga champions would be open to giving the Austrian midfielder time elsewhere, and an agreement with United could be a deal that suits both sides.

United, who are only pursuing temporary moves, suddenly have a shortage in midfield after the injury to Christian Eriksen, which is expected to leave him out until April, while Chelsea are surveying options as they restructure their midfield.

Manchester United and Chelsea vie for Marcel Sabitzer

Djed Spence on his way to Rennes

Tuesday 31 January 2023 14:57 , Michael Jones

Djed Spence has completed his medical tests ahead of a loan move to Rennes with the contracts between the French side and Spurs now set to be signed.

The loan deal won’t include any clause or buy option and Spence will return to Tottenham at the end of the season.

Leicester sign Nathan Opoku

Tuesday 31 January 2023 14:52 , Michael Jones

Leicester City have confirmed the signing of 21-year-old striker, Nathan Opoku.

The striker has represented Ghana at youth level and joins the Foxes after a successful period in the American college system, where he helped Syracuse University to its first NCAA Division 1 Men’s Soccer Championship in December last year.

Opoku’s footballing development will continue on loan with Jupiler Pro League side OH Leuven, who currently sit 10th in the league.

Felipe arrives at Forest

Tuesday 31 January 2023 14:47 , Michael Jones

Nottingham Forest are closing in on the capture of Atletico Madrid defender Felipe. The 33-year-old centre-back has arrived in England and is prepaing to seal a £1.86m move to the City Ground.

The completion of the Felipe transfer will also open the door for Atleti to complete their shock loan move for Tottenham’s Matt Doherty.

Bakayoko move stalls

Tuesday 31 January 2023 14:42 , Michael Jones

Tiemoue Bakayoko’s proposed loan move from Chelsea to Cremonense has stalled over finances.

The £40million signing from Monaco has failed to make an impact at Stamford Bridge and Chelsea are keen to remove his £120,000-a-week wages from their books.

Bakayoko is currently on loan at AC Milan who are paying those wages but, they are refusing to play him as he will automatically trigger a clause for a £12m permanent deal if he appears in another league match.

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