Transfer News: Real Sociedad Stand Firm on Zubimendi, Barcelona Eye Rashford Loan Deal

Transfer updates: Real Sociedad insist Zubimendi is staying, Barcelona eye Rashford loan, and more January transfer news.

The January transfer window is fast approaching, and several major clubs are expected to make significant moves to bolster their squads. Meanwhile, others will be looking to offload players who are no longer part of their plans. Stay tuned for updates on all the latest transfer news and rumors throughout the month.

According to a report by The Athletic, Arsenal are showing strong interest in signing Wolves forward Matheus Cunha. The 25-year-old Brazilian has been impressive for Wolves, and Arsenal are reportedly monitoring his situation closely as they consider a potential deal.

Galatasaray is reportedly nearing a deal to sign Paris Saint-Germain defender Milan Skriniar, 29, who has been given permission to leave the French club in January. For more details on this developing story, click here.

Tottenham is searching for a new goalkeeper due to Guglielmo Vicario's injury. According to reports, Burnley's 22-year-old goalkeeper James Trafford tops their list of potential targets.

Liverpool is allegedly eyeing Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez, 22, for a January transfer. However, Barcelona retains a buy-back clause for the Spanish player. If Barcelona chooses not to exercise this option, they stand to profit significantly from any sale of Gonzalez.

Manchester United is reportedly exploring options to bolster their left-back position, with several young players being linked to the club. Two potential targets include Girona's 23-year-old Miguel Gutierrez and Benfica's 21-year-old Alvaro Carreras.

Celta Vigo has confirmed that veteran forward Iago Aspas has signed a contract extension, committing him to the LaLiga club until June 2026. The 37-year-old Aspas is a beloved figure at Celta Vigo, and this new deal ensures he will remain in Galicia for the foreseeable future.

Liverpool is reportedly interested in acquiring Lyon attacker Rayan Cherki, 21, amidst the Ligue 1 club's financial struggles. For more details on this developing story, click here.

Former England international Dele Alli, 28, is allegedly training with Serie A club Como. Although it is unclear whether Como will offer Alli a contract, this development could mark a significant step towards the former Tottenham player's return to professional football.

Sao Paulo has confirmed the signing of Oscar, 33, on a three-year deal. The former Chelsea and Brazil international joins the club from Shanghai Port, marking a new chapter in his career.

Barcelona continues to prioritize the signing of Athletic Club's 22-year-old winger Nico Williams, with the Catalan giants reportedly keen on securing his services in the near future.

According to transfer expert Rudy Galetti, Real Madrid is actively seeking to bolster their full-back positions, with several high-profile targets being considered. The likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jeremie Frimpong, and Theo Hernandez are among those reportedly linked with a potential move to the Spanish capital.

Tottenham Hotspur is expected to be a major player in the upcoming transfer window, with manager Ange Postecoglou indicating that the club will be actively seeking to strengthen their squad.

Arsenal has been linked with a move for Atalanta striker Mateo Retegui, with scouts reportedly sent to watch the 25-year-old Argentine, who is currently leading the Serie A Golden Boot race with 12 league goals this season, according to TalkSPORT.

Transfer expert Rudy Galetti has dismissed rumors of Fenerbahce's interest in signing Manchester United defender Harry Maguire, 31. Instead, Galetti claims that the Turkish club is exploring alternative options to bolster their defense.

Real Sociedad's sporting director has reaffirmed the club's commitment to retaining midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 25, amidst intense speculation linking him to Liverpool and Manchester City. In an interview with Estadio Deportivo, he stated, “There's little peace of mind about the clauses, but throughout this time Martin himself has shown us that above the clauses are the will. So far, we have seen how he has behaved, I don't foresee any scares in January.” This assertion suggests that Zubimendi will remain at Real Sociedad beyond the January transfer window.

With the January transfer window set to open in just over a week, attention is focused on Manchester United's Marcus Rashford, 27, whose departure from the club appears increasingly likely. Rashford's omission from recent matchday squads has fueled speculation, and Barcelona has emerged as a strong contender for his signature. According to Football Transfers, Barcelona has approached Manchester United with a proposal for an initial loan deal, which would include an option to make the signing permanent for €42 million in the summer.