Arsenal’s Ambitious January Plans and PSG’s Interest in Sporting CP’s Rising Star
As the January transfer window approaches, the excitement and speculation around potential signings are reaching fever pitch. Arsenal, a club known for its strategic moves in the transfer market, has reportedly compiled an eight-player shortlist. This ambitious plan is aimed at making a significant signing that could bolster their squad for the remainder of the season. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain is eyeing a potential competition with Manchester City, Liverpool, and Manchester United for the signature of Sporting CP’s young sensation, Geovany Quenda. Let’s dive into the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe.
Top Stories
- Liverpool rebuff Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold approach – sources
- Man United’s Ruben Amorim rules out January transfers amid form slump
- Barcelona not in position to register Dani Olmo, LaLiga says
Trending Rumors
Arsenal’s transfer strategy is making waves as they look to make a statement signing in January. According to the Daily Mail, the Gunners are exploring the market for a number nine. Among the names being considered are RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, 21, and Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Matheus Cunha, 25. Manager Mikel Arteta is keen to reinforce his squad following the injury to Bukayo Saka. Additionally, Arsenal is reportedly interested in landing a wide forward, with Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sané, 28, Real Madrid’s Arda Güler, 19, and Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, 21, all on their radar.
Meanwhile, the buzz around Sporting CP winger Geovany Quenda is growing. As reported by Rudy Galetti, multiple clubs are tracking the 17-year-old talent. Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Manchester United are all said to be keen on Quenda, who recently made history by becoming the youngest player to feature in the Lisbon derby during Sporting’s 1-0 victory over Benfica, breaking a record previously held by Cristiano Ronaldo.
In other transfer news, two Serie A clubs are reportedly interested in Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee. According to the Daily Mail, Napoli and Juventus are positioning themselves for a potential approach in the January transfer window. Zirkzee, who was substituted in the 33rd minute of Manchester United’s 2-0 Premier League defeat by Newcastle United, is hopeful of staying and fighting for his place at Old Trafford.
Liverpool is reportedly open to moving on winger Federico Chiesa in January, as reported by Calciomercato. Talks have taken place with Atalanta over a potential loan deal that would include an obligation to make the move permanent in the summer. Chiesa’s representatives have also discussed a switch to Napoli. The 27-year-old has made just one start for Liverpool since arriving at Anfield in the summer.
Lastly, Newcastle United is looking to offload right-back Kieran Trippier in January, according to the Sun. The club’s hierarchy is keen to move the 34-year-old on to remain aligned with Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules. Clubs in LaLiga, Serie A, and Turkey have all registered interest in Trippier, who has made 11 Premier League appearances this season, starting just five.
Originally Written by: ESPN
