The January 2022 transfer window is open (find out when it closes here) and there’s a lot of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumors, whereabouts and, of course, concluded business!
TOP STORY: Ronaldo’s future at Man Utd at stake
Cristiano Ronaldo plans to leave Manchester United after less than a season at Old Trafford, according to the Star.
It is reported that the 36-year-old forward has become disillusioned with the club’s performance in the title race, with the Red Devils now 22 points behind Manchester City after an encouraging start to the season.
And with the Portugal international not supporting interim manager Ralf Rangnick acquiring the full-time job, whether he stays this summer now depends on who is appointed by the board over the next few months – and he is ready to go if he does. disagree with the decision despite being on contract until 2023.
The club has been linked with a number of names to take the helm of the Old Trafford dugout canoe, with Mauricio Pochettino, Erik Ten Hag and Brendan Rodgers all the names the board has been scrutinizing in recent weeks – though any potential candidate has a lot more incentive to take on the project with Ronaldo committed to the team.
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– Newcastle United are preparing a £ 70million offer to start talks with Dusan Vlahovic, writing be in sports. But while Fiorentina are set to strike a deal with the Magpies, it is reported that the 21-year-old forward is unwilling to change Serie A for St. James’ Park, with a number of other clubs also following suit. his contract. situation in Florence.
– Tottenham Hotspur considering approach for Wolverhampton Wanderers Adama traore, according to athleticism. With attacking full-backs a crucial part of Antonio Conte’s system, the former Internazionale boss is keen to bring the 25-year-old Spain international to north London. And after entering the final 18 months of his contract in January, the Wolves star could be available for around £ 20million.
– Ousmane Dembele will be excluded from the Barcelona squad again if he does not sign a new contract, Mark found. the Blaugrana offered the 24-year-old a reduced salary in his latest contract offer, with the club looking to cut their salary budget, and Xavi Hernandez is reported to want the France international to play regularly. But if no progress is made on the part of Dembele and his representatives, club president Joan Laporta is ready to ban him from first-team activities for good.
– Fabrice Romano says Liverpool and Porto have denied that there are any ongoing talks regarding Luis Diaz. The 24-year-old winger has been linked with a change from Anfield this week, but it is reported that Jurgen Klopp’s side are currently prioritizing the renewal of Mohamed Salahcontract, which only has 18 months left.
– Newcastle to continue talks to bring in Sevilla playmaker Diego Carlos at St. James’ Park despite rejecting their first approach, according to athleticism. Eddie Howe is looking to acquire two center-backs before the transfer window ends, and although he has identified the 28-year-old LaLiga star as a key target, Sevilla are likely to perceive a substantial fee for one of their first. players of choice, who has already made 24 appearances this season.
– Philippe Coutinho will make a decision on his future on Friday, with two potential suitors set to acquire him at Barcelona. It depends Air sports, who pairs Aston Villa with one of the clubs keen to strike a deal for the 29-year-old attacking midfielder. Coutinho will look to restart his career after a difficult time at Camp Nou saw him struggle for regular minutes in the first team, starting just five games this season.
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