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Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea ‘reopen’ £105m Enzo Fernandez talks, Newcastle CONFIRM Anthony Gordon

CHELSEA have “reopened” transfer talks with Benfica over a potential deal for Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.

Blues owner Todd Boehly has splashed out over £500m on 16 new players since last summer, with the most recent being Malo Gusto from Lyon.

Meanwhile, Newcastle have announced the signing of Anthony Gordon from Everton.

The Toffees have confirmed the move with a blunt 64-word statement on their website.

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  • Klopp reveals transfer stance

    Jurgen Klopp has revealed Liverpool will not be active in the final days of the transfer window.

    When asked if the Reds will add to their squad, Klopp said: "Nothing will happen in this transfer window, not at all."

    The German added: "It's all good with this squad."

  • Hilarious transfer unveil

    Burnley have pulled it out the bag again as their social media team left fans in stitches with another brilliant transfer announcement.

    The runaway Championship leaders completed the signing of striker Michael Obafemi on-loan from Swansea until the end of the season on Sunday.

    And the 22-year-old’s arrival was announced with yet another epic social media video.

    Burnley opted for a Gavin and Stacey inspired clip for the Republic of Ireland star.

    In the video, Obafemi receives a call from Smithy, the character played by James Corden in the hit BBC comedy series.

    The hotshot answers the phone and Smithy his sister, Rudy, then produce a rendition of Estelle and Kanye West's 'American Boy' song.

    Obafemi starts to chuckle before telling them it’s “very good” and then asks how long it took to put it together - to which the response is “two or three weeks”.

    Fans absolutely loved it, and many are claiming it is the media team’s best one yet.

  • Shelvey set for Forest

    Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey is reportedly on the verge of joining Nottingham Forest.

    Shelvey, 30, has fallen out of favour at St James' Park this season having made just three Premier League appearances.

    But according to The Telegraph, he could leave the north east before the transfer window slams shut on Tuesday.

    Nottingham Forest are reportedly on the verge of signing him on a two-and-a-half year deal.

    The proposed transfer fee is understood to be small, but Shelvey is expected to earn around £70,000-a-week at the City Ground.

    The midfielder, who is currently out of action with a calf injury, recently informed Eddie Howe that he wanted a new challenge.

  • Gordon trolled by new team-mates

    Newcastle stars Callum Wilson and Kieran Trippier have hilariously trolled new team-mate Anthony Gordon on social media.

    The 21-year-old joined high-flying Newcastle despite an on-field bust up with a number of Toon stars earlier this season.

    Posting pictures to his Instagram story of Gordon's bust up, Wilson wrote: "If you can't beat em, join em."

    The striker then added: "Welcome to the Toon brother. Looking forward to get started."

    Trippier meanwhile posted a video to his Insta account of his coming together with Gordon.

    England ace Trippier wrote: "Here we go. Welcome bro @anthonygordon."

  • Chelsea reopen Fernandez talks

    Chelsea are back in for Argentina ace Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.

    Fabrizio Romano has revealed the Blues are desperate to land the Benfica midfielder before Tuesday's deadline.

    Romano took to Twitter and wrote: "Chelsea are back in direct talks with Benfica for Enzo Fernández. They want the player at all costs — Chelsea would be prepared to pay €120m fee."

    He added: "Benfica president Rui Costa has still no intention to accept — but Chelsea will insist to get the deal done now."

  • Bellerin move

    Hector Bellerin is on the verge of sealing a move to Sporting Lisbon, according to reports.

    The ex-Arsenal defender is likely to be the replacement for Pedro Porro, who is heading for Tottenham.

    The move is a loan one, with no reports of an obligation to buy.

  • De Zerbi breaks silence on Caicedo

    Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has spoken out after Moises Caicedo tried to force through a move to Arsenal.

    De Zerbi told ITV: “Moises is a good guy.

    We will see tomorrow and the next days what happens.

    “We hope he stays with us for the rest of the season, but this is a question for the club and Moises. 

    “Moises is a good guy. In life you can make mistakes. We will see the best solution for the club, for him and for us.”

  • TEN offers for Elanga

    Anthony Elanga is the subject of TEN offers from a range of European clubs, according to reports.

    Fabrizio Romano claims PSV and Borussia Dortmund are pushing hard to sign him on loan.

    Man Utd have not yet made a decision on him.

  • Gordon joins Newcastle

    Anthony Gordon's transfer to Newcastle from Everton has been completed.

    He joins The Toon for £45million after submitting a transfer request.

    Gordon told NUFC TV: "Since I heard of the interest, I was always convinced Newcastle were for me.

    "I think the fan base and the city really suits me as a person, the way the team are playing under the gaffer at the minute really suits me, and the club just look like they're heading in the right direction.

    "I feel like it's a really big step. People haven't seen what I'm capable of yet. I think under the gaffer, and the way the club's going, I can really excel here."

    Manager Eddie Howe added: "I'm delighted to sign Anthony - he's a top, top talent."

  • Phillips set for shock move

    Turkish giants Galatasaray are the frontrunners to sign Liverpool defender Nat Phillips, according to reports.

    Phillips has struggled for chances under Jurgen Klopp this season and has made just two starts.

    The Athletic claim that Galatasaray, who are seven points clear at the top of the Turkish Super Lig table, are interested.

    Three options are being considered with a loan, a loan with an option to buy and a permanent deal all under discussion.

    Liverpool value Phillips at £10m.

  • Fernandez price rises

    Chelsea's pursuit of Enzo Fernandez is set to take a colossal hit as Benfica try to increase his release clause to £132million, reports suggest.

    The Blues submitted a significant offer to the Portuguese giants to try and bring Fernandez to Stamford Bridge earlier in the window.

    However, the structure of the deal Chelsea offered was not acceptable to Benfica - even though one offer went above Fernandez's current release clause.

    After the breakdown of talks, which Benfica manager Roger Schmidt branded "disrespectful", the club are now said to be trying to raise the release clause.

    Portuguese outlet Record report the club want to increase the clause by £27m to take it up to £132m.

  • Ashby set to join Newcastle

    Newcastle have agreed a deal to sign Harrison Ashby from West Ham, according to reports.

    The Magpies have been on the hunt for a new right-back to provide cover for Kieran Trippier - who recently signed a new contract at the club.

    Having thus far failed to land Real Valladolid's Ivan Fresneda, transfer guru Dan Ashworth has since turned to the West Ham youngster.

    And according to Sky Sports' Dharmesh Sheth, Newcastle have agreed a £3million fee for his transfer.

  • McKennie heading to Leeds

    Weston McKennie has travelled to the UK to complete his transfer to Leeds, according to reports.

    Leeds are set to beat the likes of Arsenal and Nottingham Forest to the American's signature.

    After agreeing personal terms earlier this week, Juventus have now come to an agreement with Leeds over a transfer fee.

    McKennie, 24, is travelling to England today to undergo his medical, according to The Athletic.

    The deal between the two clubs will see McKennie initially join on loan.

    The Whites will then have the option to make the deal permanent in the summer for £30million including add-ons.

  • Porro says goodbye

    Pedro Porro bid an emotional farewell to the Sporting Lisbon fans following their Taca de Liga final defeat to Porto on Saturday.

    The right-back is expected to land in London tonight ahead of his switch to Tottenham.

    The 23-year-old appeared to be welling up when he waved goodbye to fans for the final time.

  • De Zerbi on Caicedo

    Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has spoken about Moises Caicedo prior to his side’s clash against Liverpool.

    The Ecuadorian midfielder put out a statement on social media attempting to force his exit from the club amid interest from Arsenal.

    However, Brighton do not want to sell despite receiving a £60m bid from the Gunners.

    De Zerbi has now said to ITV: “Caicedo is a good guy. We will see. We hope he stays with us but this question is for the club and Moises.

    “In life you can make mistakes. We will see the best solution for the club, for Caicedo and for us.”

  • Leicester sign Tete

    Leicester have confirmed the signing of Brazilian winger Tete.

    He joins the Foxes on loan until the end of the season from Shakhtar Donetsk.

    The 22-year-old had a spell at Lyon last season after FIFA allowed foreign players based in Ukraine to suspend their contracts amid the ongoing war.

    Speaking to LCFC TV, Tete said: "I’m really happy to be here. 

    "I’ve had a look at the pitch and the stadium, it’s beautiful and I can already imagine what it’ll be like with a lot of fans.

    "I hope to score a lot of goals and assists. I hope they’ll all be happy to see me play, I’m happy to be a Fox."

  • Lindelof wanted by Inter

    Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing Man Utd centre-back Victor Lindelof.

    The Serie A side are set to lose Milan Skriniar to PSG with his contract expiring at the end of the season.

    Inter want Lindelof but United do not want to sell. They are also monitoring Lille’s Tiago Djalo.

  • Spurs make Hincapie offer

    Tottenham have made a verbal offer for Bayer Leverkusen star Piero Hincapie, according to Bild.

    The club have bid £22m for the Ecuadorian international.

    Hincapie impressed at the World Cup and he can play at left-back and left centre-back.

    Previous reports suggest Leverkusen could accept a deal worth around £20m if the player is loaned back to the club for the rest of the season.

  • Obafemi joins Burnley

    Micheal Obafemi has joined Burnley from Swansea.

    Manager Vincent Kompany has again strengthened his side as he aims to fire the Clarets back to the Premier League.

    The Championship leaders sign the striker on loan with the option to make the transfer permanent at the end of the season.

    Burnley's official Twitter account have continued with their fun announcement videos, this one inspired by TV show Gavin and Stacey.

  • Gordon a done deal?

    Anthony Gordon's transfer to Newcastle is complete, after leaked pictures revealed Gordon had signed a contract and met fans.

    Newcastle are set to sign Gordon for £45million from Everton.

    The official announcement is yet to be done, all the paperwork is understood to be signed and ready to go.

    But photos showing Gordon signing his Magpies contract and leaving St James' Park have emerged online.

  • Chelsea sign Gusto

    Chelsea have signed Lyon full-back Malo Gusto on a deal that runs until 2030.

    The Blues had been in hot pursuit of the the 19-year-old for weeks as they looked for more cover on the right for Reece James.

    Gusto has been signed for in a £26m deal but will be loaned back to Lyon for the rest of the season.

    The deal is the SEVENTH transfer Chelsea have pulled off in their frantic January window - with the deals now totalling an incredible £216m.

  • Stoke chase Edwards

    Stoke sent scouts to watch Peterborough defender Ronnie Edwards against Portsmouth on Saturday.

    The Potters are weighing up a move for the highly-rated centre-back before Tuesday’s deadline.

    Stoke face Stevenage in the FA Cup this afternoon.

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  • Gunners keen on young star

    Arsenal are one of several clubs keen on Montpellier striker Elye Wahi, according to Foot Mercato.

    He is just 20-years-old and has netted seven goals in Ligue 1 this season.

    The French side value him at over £25million and supposedly are not willing to let him go in January.

    However, Tottenham, Man Utd, Man City and Juventus are all tracking the player.

    He recently became only the second player in Ligue 1 history to hit 20 goals before turning 20, the other, Kylian Mbappe.

  • Gusto medical DONE

    Malo Gusto has completed his medical at Chelsea, according to reports.

    The Lyon right-back has agreed a £26m move to Stamford Bridge after the Blues beat Manchester United to his signature.

    And he's now moved a step closer to completing his switch to the Premier League.

    As a result, the 19-year-old WON'T play in Lyon's Ligue 1 clash with Ajaccio on Sunday.

    But Gusto will return to France because the two clubs have struck a deal that will see the teenager spend the rest of the season on loan in Lyon.

  • Morning football fans

    Tottenham could let striker Lucas Moura go NOW rather than wait until his contract runs out this summer.

    A handful of Premier League clubs are interested in the Brazilian.

    But they could be put off by Moura hoping for a £150,000-a-week deal from a last lucrative move.

    Moura, 30, was stuck in Spurs’ under-21s on Friday and is in the shop window.

    The likes of Southampton, Crystal Palace and even Everton are looking at him.

    But while Tottenham will open the exit door, Moura will only use it if he gets the right deal.

    West Ham are reportedly interested in signing Matteo Guendouzi from Marseille.

    The former Arsenal man has become a top midfielder since his return to France in 2021.

    The 23-year-old’s performances have caught the eye of the Hammers who have joined Aston Villa in the race to sign him, according to Mathieu Grégoire as per L’Équipe.

    He has been called up to the France national team and featured in the side’s recent World Cup run.

    Guendouzi is viewed as Aston Villa’s “priority signing” as Unai Emery looks to make his mark.

    However, West Ham’s interest comes after the recent poor form of Tomas Soucek and Lucas Paqueta.

    Chelsea are reportedly keen on hiring Eintracht Frankfurt boss Oliver Glasner if they sack Graham Potter.

    The Bundesliga boss has impressed since taking charge of Frankfurt in 2021, leading them to last year’s Europa League title.

    Glasner’s latest triumph came with an admirable 1-1 draw against perennial German champions Bayern Munich.

    Bild claims the Austrian tactician has a big fan in Chelsea owner Todd Boehly.

    It’s said that the Blues made contact with Glasner last summer when Thomas Tuchel’s future came under the spotlight.

    And he continues to be on Boehly’s shortlist in case he ever decides to pull the trigger on Potter.