Transfer News: Latest Updates and Rumors

Stay up-to-date with the latest transfer news and rumors from Fabrizio Romano, including deals, signings, and updates from top European clubs.

According to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, several high-profile deals are nearing completion or have already been finalized. 

Here's a rundown of the latest transfer news:

Assane Diao is set to join Italian side Como from Real Betis in a €12m deal, with the Spanish club securing a sell-on clause. Diao will fly to Italy this week to complete the move.

James Rodriguez's future at Rayo Vallecano is uncertain, with discussions ongoing to terminate his contract. The Colombian midfielder may leave the club as a free agent in the coming days.

Fenerbahçe is close to completing the signing of Anderson Talisca, with Al Nassr prepared to give the final green light. The deal is expected to be finalized this week.

Aston Villa has initiated talks with Celta Vigo to explore a potential move for Oscar Mingueza. Although nothing is advanced yet, Mingueza is reportedly one of the club's main targets for the January window.

Napoli's goalkeeping plans have been confirmed, with Alex Meret set to sign a new deal until 2026 with an option to extend until 2027. Elia Caprile will join Cagliari with immediate effect, while Scuffet will become Napoli's new backup goalkeeper.

Issa Kaboré has joined Werder Bremen on loan from Manchester City, following the termination of his Benfica loan.

Marcelo Pitaluga has left Liverpool to join Fluminense on a permanent deal, with the Reds retaining a 40% sell-on clause.

Pau López has parted ways with Girona, with his loan deal from OM terminated. He is set to join RC Lens as their new goalkeeper on a loan deal with an option to buy in the summer.

Crystal Palace has made an approach to sign Romain Esse, who is high on their list of targets. However, the deal may not be easy to complete in January.

🚨🔵 Chelsea are seriously considering to bring in one more centre back this month.

Understand Marc Guehi has been discussed as an option internally, not easy… but he has 18 months left on contract.

Chelsea also have a recall clause for Trevoh Chalobah, as point of contact. pic.twitter.com/xFVcgWbAgq

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 6, 2025

Chelsea is considering bringing in another center-back this month, with Marc Guehi reportedly discussed as an option internally. The Blues also have a recall clause for Trevoh Chalobah.

All updates are courtesy of transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.