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Victor Osimhen and Mateo Retegui feature in today's transfer blog. (Image: Getty.)The January transfer window is now in its fourth opening day and, although the vast majority of Premier League teams have stood still so far, a flurry of activity is expected shortly.Manchester United are looking to sign players who better fit Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 shape, with full-backs and a new striker particularly interesting.Following Bukayo Saka's injury, Arsenal are set to enter the market for another striker as they look to keep pace with Liverpool at the top of the table.Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has admitted the Blues could move quickly in the market this month following long-term injuries to centre-backs Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.create...

Manchester City won against Leicester City last weekend (Image: DARREN STAPLES/AFP via Getty Images)Manchester City are aiming for back-to-back wins as they prepare to face West Ham this Saturday afternoon. Pep Guardiola's side secured a triumph over Leicester City last weekend, ending their disappointing run of just one win in 13 matches.That poor run has seen the reigning champions fall out of the Premier League title race, but a clash with West Ham presents an opportunity for Man City to continue their renaissance. West Ham will want to banish all memories of their heavy defeat to Liverpool, having recently improved under Julen Lopetegui before their last match.Undefeated for four games before their meeting with the league leaders, the Hammers have moved up to 13th in the table, eig...

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is desperate to improve his squad (Image: Getty)Newcastle are reportedly monitoring James McAtee's situation at Manchester City. The playmaker has struggled to gain game time with the Premier League champions despite the dismal form of some of his more experienced colleagues this season.McAtee impressed on loan at Sheffield United last season, but those performances did not translate into regular minutes under Pep Guardiola. The 22-year-old has played just 26 minutes in three Premier League matches this season.Newcastle need a left-footed attacking midfielder capable of playing on the right wing, with Eddie Howe using Joelinton and Harvey Barnes in that position this season. This isn't the best role for either player.Miguel Almiron could also be headed to ...

Express Sport keeps you up to date with all the latest transfer news (Image: Getty)The quiet start to the January transfer window has delayed the inevitable wave of transfers which should take place before the end of the month. Although winter is considered a trickier time to conduct business than summer, the worrying positions of several Premier League teams suggest it could be a busy four weeks.Manchester United are looking to emerge from a full-scale relegation battle, according to manager Ruben Amorim, while reigning champions Manchester City are only hanging on in the race for a top four finish.The stakes are still high toward the bottom of the bracket, where five wrestlers jostle to avoid the second tier.Follow Express sportLive transfer updates from below... const loadOvpScript=()=>...

There will be a lot of talk about Man Utd and Mohamed Salah throughout January (Image: GETTY)The January transfer window is officially open and Premier League clubs are free to do mid-season deals to bolster their squads.Manchester United are among the clubs hoping to be busy but facing Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) issues, which could complicate things somewhat for Ruben Amorim.Another popular topic throughout the winter window will be the future of the Premier League's top scorer, Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah.The Egyptian is out of contract this summer and is now allowed to talk to foreign clubs about a pre-contract agreement to join a foreign club in July. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/...

Express Sport brings you the latest transfer news throughout the January window (Image: GETTY)Manchester United, Arsenal and Manchester City can finally bring in the reinforcements they need, with the January transfer window now officially open. The Red Devils are battling it out at 14th in the Premier League table, with the Gunners and Citizens facing a battle to keep their title hopes alive.United could make a host of their first team players available for transfer after a disappointing first half of the season.And blockbuster star Marcus Rashford appears to be reaching the end of his career with the Red Devils after being dropped by Ruben Amorim, but his wages could prove a sticking point for his suitors.Chelsea could plunge into the transfer market after a dismal festive period which s...

Man Utd and Liverpool could lose key stars as early as early January (Image: Getty)Premier League clubs including Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal face losing several stars this month when their contracts end. Players can now discuss a pre-contract deal with foreign clubs before leaving the top flight next summer.Liverpool's situation has been a hot topic of discussion. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk could all leave Anfield and cause plenty of summer upset for Arne Slot. But other clubs will face similar dilemmas over the coming months.Express sport looks at some key names who will be out of contract at the end of the season - and who could even leave as early as the start of this month. window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/di...

Thaksin Shinawatra sold Man City to Sheikh Mansour in 2008 (Image: Getty)Thaksin Shinawatra has more than doubled his money after just over a year at Manchester City. His rollercoaster time at the club, coupled with his captivating life story, made him an enduring figure.The billionaire former telecommunications tycoon, now 75, became Thailand's prime minister in 2001, spending five years as the country's leading figure before being ousted in a military coup.The government that replaced Shinawatra brought a number of accusations against him as he fled into exile in London. After flirting with investments at Liverpool and Fulham, Shinawatra eventually took control of City in 2007 for £81.6 million, shortly after escaping relegation from the Premier League by just four points.Affecti...

Premier League clubs can discuss free transfer deals with foreign talent today (Image: Getty)Premier League teams including Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool can formally discuss pre-contractual deals with off-contract stars from foreign leagues today. Several high-profile players could join the elite this summer on free transfers.United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Chelsea, among others, could benefit from free agent savings at the end of the season. Express sport looks at the players whose situation Premier League clubs will be monitoring over the coming weeks and months.Alphonso DaviesUnited, Arsenal and Liverpool have all been linked with speedy winger Davies. The Canadian is set to explore his options with his contract with Bayern Munich expiring at the end of the Bundesl...

Gary Neville snubbed Liverpool over his Premier League title winner predictions (Image: X/Sky Sports PL)Gary Neville has once again snubbed Liverpool by predicting which team will become Premier League champions in May.At the start of the campaign in August, Neville backed Arsenal to end a 21-year wait for domestic success and win the 2024-25 Premier League, while Carragher tipped Manchester City to a fifth consecutive title.The former Manchester United defender even omitted Liverpool from his top four contenders, instead naming City, United and Chelsea in that order, with Arne Slot's men fifth - representing the final Champions League qualifying spot . Carragher replaced Arsenal in second, Liverpool in third and Tottenham in fourth.At the halfway point, it's fair to say that both ...