Deadline Day: Chelsea AGREE British record £105.6m fee for Enzo Fernandez! Ziyech to PSG deal late twist
- 1:49 AM: And that's it from me tonight guys. It's been fun taking you through all the deals on #DeadlineDay in what was truly a crazy January transfer window. Keep following Pulse Sports Nigeria for all the fresh developments in the coming hours and stay tuned for our Deadline Day Transfer round-up in the coming hours. It's goodbye for now.
Striker Paul Onuachu has joined #SaintsFC on a three-and-a-half-year deal from @KRCGenkofficial:
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) February 1, 2023
#HolaPorro 👋 pic.twitter.com/3j4EW2VpDb
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 31, 2023
Keylor Navas is a Red. 😍
— Nottingham Forest FC (@NFFC) January 31, 2023
Your new home awaits. 🏡
Saint Sulemana 😇 pic.twitter.com/Ty1H2fYeI1
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) February 1, 2023
Benfica boss Roger Schmidt says Enzo Fernandez's deal to join Chelsea is DONE ✅#BBCFootball #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/R6WkKJjgiX
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) February 1, 2023
Welcome to United, Marcel Sabitzer 👊#MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 1, 2023
- 1:10 AM: So there you have it guys, Chelsea were reportedly able to get their man from Benfica with an official announcement still yet to arrive.
- Hakim Ziyech's loan move to PSG looks off as it stands, PSG will reportedly appeal later today to the LFP.
- Marcel Sabitzer has already signed his contract as a new Manchester United player and completed his medicals according to reports, still waiting on official confirmation as well.
- Paul Onuachu is yet to be announced as Southampton's new signing.
- Pedro Porro also joined Tottenham Hotspur from Sporting CP.
- FC Barcelona still having issues completing a deal for Julain Araujo from LA Galaxy.
- Keylor Navas to Nottingham Forest is reportedly a done deal.
- Matt Doherty has already terminated his contract with Spurs to join Atletico Madrid on loan until the end of the season.
- Arsenal fans saw the arrival of Jorginho from Chelsea, while Sambi Lokonga and Cedric Soares completed moves to Crystal Palace and Fulham respectively.
- Joao Cancelo is officially a Bayern Munich player. A loan deal from Manchester City with an obligation to buy. #DEADLINEDAY
Welcome to the Foxes, Soutts! 🦊
— Leicester City (@LCFC) January 31, 2023
- 1:04 AM: DONE DEAL!! Leicester have signed Harry Souttar from Stoke on a permanent deal. The 24-year-old Australia international joins on a five-year deal. #DeadlineDay
12:49 AM: INCOMING BLUE!! We now understand that Enzo Fernandez has signed all the contracts with Chelsea and is completing his medical in Portugal after which an official announcement from both clubs is to be expected. #DeadlineDay
More on Hakim Ziyech. PSG have an appeal ready to LFP — but contracts are not validated as things stand after Chelsea and PSG exchanged docs. 🚨⚠️🇲🇦 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Deal currently off. pic.twitter.com/CxT1xujMht
- 12:34 AM: More on Hakim Ziyech to PSG deal collapse: Chelsea reportedly failed to send back the paperwork on time. PSG will reportedly also appeal later today. The deal is looking more uncertain by the minute despite an agreement being reached before the deadline. #DeadlineDay
Manchester United have handed in the deal sheet for Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer.
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
They now have an hour to finalise international registration to secure the loan deal. pic.twitter.com/QKPYt41y9D
📣 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢 è un nuovo calciatore biancoceleste! #CMonEagles 🦅 pic.twitter.com/FuSF5f05U7
— S.S.Lazio (@OfficialSSLazio) January 31, 2023
👋 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗮!
— S.S.Lazio (@OfficialSSLazio) January 31, 2023
“Grandissima emozione, arrivo nella squadra del cuore”
➡️ https://t.co/R9Pf4eqDaP pic.twitter.com/Xp9SovXQ71
- 12:25 AM: ICYMI: Lazio have signed Luca Pellegrini from Juventus. #DeadlineDay
Big issue for Hakim Ziyech deal. PSG and Chelsea signed the contracts but were not sent back to be registered in time — contracts are not validated as of now 🚨🔴🔵 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Clubs trying to find a solution now. pic.twitter.com/zLXcPQ6zKW
- 12:19 AM: DEAL OFF? Reports say PSG and Chelsea signed the contracts but were not sent back to be registered in time — contracts are not validated as of now, One to keep an eye on. #DeadlineDay
PSG are set to sign Hakim Ziyech, here we go! Deal agreed and unlocked on a loan move until June, NO buy option clause included. 🚨🔴🔵🇲🇦 #PSG
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Paris Saint-Germain have deal in place with Chelsea, medical done.
Ziyech only wanted PSG.
✈️ Boarding > Paris @TurkishAirlines pic.twitter.com/CgV6OBfJTV
12: 12 AM: Hakim Ziyech to PSG is still not 100% DONE yet. Clubs still signing contracts. #DeadlineDay
Welcome to Nottingham Forest, Jonjo Shelvey! 👊 #ShelveySigns 🌳
— Nottingham Forest FC (@NFFC) January 31, 2023
- 12:05 PM: DONE DEAL!! Nottingham Forest announce the signing of Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle United. #DeadlineDay
- 12:03 AM: However, some deals have already been signed and agreed with official confirmation set to arrive. #DeadlineDay
The January transfer window is now closed 🔒
— Premier League (@premierleague) January 31, 2023
But clubs can still complete moves after 23:00 GMT if they have submitted a deal sheet before the deadline#DeadlineDay ➡️ https://t.co/dCUbNoGQ6W pic.twitter.com/5Caljv2c9G
- 12:00 AM: BREAKING!! The winter transfer window has OFFICIALLY CLOSED! #DeadlineDay
Official, confirmed. Pedro Porro joins Tottenham from Sporting after long saga — it’s finally done and sealed 🚨⚪️ #THFC #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Contract will be valid until June 2028. pic.twitter.com/C6cjVfRA1U
AI really is taking over 👀
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 31, 2023
Transfer announcements will never be the same again... pic.twitter.com/jJzXI34iRz
- 11:50 PM: DONE DEAL!! Tottenham fans can get excited now. That's because the club have officially announced the signing of talented wingback Pedro Porro from Sporting CP. #DeadlineDay
- 11:45 PM: CLOCK TICKING!!15 minutes to go until the end of the Winter transfer Deadline!!
- Chelsea still working on Enzo Deal having finally reached an agreement with Benfica
- Official statements yet to come for Sabitzer, Pedro Porro, Keylor Navas and Hakim Ziyech. We're still keeping an eye on all these deals. #DeadlineDay
- 11:38 PM: DEAL AGREED! Barcelona are really working hard on Julian Araujo's deal from LA Galaxy. Araujo will reportedly join the Barcelona B Team once the deal is done. #DeadlineDay
🚨 Enzo Fernandez medical ongoing while clubs work as quickly as possible to get UK record transfer done (at least via deal sheet) in next 25 mins. Only hurdle paperwork + time. Benfica tried until the end to keep 22yo but he insisted on joining #CFC now @TheAthleticFC #SLBenfica https://t.co/vZVN4sHNcS
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) January 31, 2023
- 11:32 PM: MORE ON ENZO TO CHELSEA - Enzo Fernández will reportedly sign with Chelsea until June 2031. #DeadlineDay
- 11:28 PM: DEAL AGREED! PSG have reportedly now reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest for Keylor Navas.
- Earlier today reports stated the move was OFF but now Navas is heading to the Premier League from all indications. #DeadlineDay
🔴⚪ #WelcomeDoherty
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) January 31, 2023
👍 @mattdoherty20 passed his medical which took place at @ClinicaNavarra. pic.twitter.com/aoEqWCFzaw
- 11:23 PM: Matt Doherty joins Atletico Madrid on LOAN until the end of the season. #OFFICIAL #DeadlineDay
🤝 Agreement for the transfer of Héctor Bellerín to Sporting Clube de Portugal
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) January 31, 2023
- 11:19 PM: DONE DEAL! Hector Bellerin leaves Barcelona for Sporting CP. #DeadlineDay
- 11:11 PM: DEAL AGREED! Chelsea are really getting busy on this crazy deadline day. We understand that the Blues have reached and agreement with PSG for the transfer of Moroccan winger Hakim Ziyech. Medicals have also been reportedly done, with a club official statement expected in the coming minutes. #DeadlineDay
We have mutually agreed to the termination of Matt Doherty’s contract to enable him to join another club.
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 31, 2023
Thank you for everything, Doc 💙
🇮🇪 @mattdoherty20 is a new Red & White player! 🔴⚪
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) January 31, 2023
🖊 The Irish international joins our club for the rest of the season.
➡ https://t.co/pRvEgoVSc2
👋 #WelcomeDoherty! 😊 pic.twitter.com/7Lxv9EA6qB
- 11:05 PM: DONE DEAL!! Atletico Madrid announce the signing of Matt Doherty from Tottenham Hotspur on LOAN for the rest of the season. #DeadlineDay
Enzo Fernández to Chelsea… HERE WE GO! Agreement reached right now between Chelsea & Benfica 🚨🔵🇦🇷 #CFC #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Important: clubs running to get the documents signed before end of the window, it’s finally agreed.
Boarding set to be completed — London ✈️ @TurkishAirlines pic.twitter.com/YGwY4QGseQ
10:57 PM: DEAL AGREED! Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement with Benfica for Enzo Fernandez. The fee is believed to be worth up to €120 million as per Fabrizio Romano. #DeadlineDay
Another one through the door ✔️
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) January 31, 2023
Hamed Traorè has joined #afcb from Sassuolo on an initial loan, which will become permanent in the summer ✍️
- 10:50 PM: DONE DEAL!! AFC Bournemouth have announced Hamed Traorè has joined the club from Sassuolo on an initial LOAN. #DeadlineDay.
#NFFC is delighted to confirm the signing of Felipe! 😍 #BemVindoFelipe 🇧🇷
— Nottingham Forest FC (@NFFC) January 31, 2023
- 10:47 PM: DONE DEAL!! Nottingham Forest have officially announced the signing of Felipe from Atletico Madrid. #DeadlineDay. The club are still interested in PSG goalkeeper Keylor Navas.
- 10:39 PM: UPDATE! Anthony Elanga will not be leaving Manchester United this window despite being linked with a loan move to Everton.
Cédric Soares deal will not include any buy option clause. Straight loan until the end of the season, Fulham are set to sign contracts with #AFC. ⚪️⚫️ #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/lIaYqCh2wQ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Naouirou Ahamada: ✅#CPFC
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) January 31, 2023
- 10:08 PM: DONE DEAL! Crystal Palace have officially announced the signing of Naouirou Ahamada. #DeadlineDay
Signed, sealed, delivered 🍒 pic.twitter.com/KffmWhKONg
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) January 31, 2023
Welcome, Illia 😍
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) January 31, 2023
We're delighted to complete the signing of Illia Zabarnyi from Dynamo Kyiv 📝
- 10:05 PM: DONE DEAL! Meanwhile, we can tell you AFC Bournemouth have completed the signing of highly-rated Ukraine international Illia Zabarnyi from Dynamo Kyiv.
- 10: 00 PM: CLOCK TICKING! Two hours to go until the Winter Transfer Market Deadline!
- Will Chelsea get their man from Benfica? Follow Pulse Sports Nigeria for all the updates in the winter transfer market LIVE AS THEY HAPPEN! #DeadlineDay
Good times. 💙 pic.twitter.com/PGjG1HKBZo
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) January 31, 2023
- 9:58 PM: Jorginho officially leaves Chelsea. It's been done and he's now going to ply his trade in North London. He had some great moments at the club, but how much will he be missed Blues fans? #DeadlineDay
Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer has arrived at Carrington ahead of a loan move to Manchester United. pic.twitter.com/9B1DXQe6pe
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
- 9:50 PM: NEWEST RED DEVIL!! Marcel Sabitzer has been spotted arriving at Carrington Ground to seal his move to Manchester United from Bayern Munich. #DeadlineDay.
Bournemouth have just signed all the documents for Hamed Traoré deal, here we go confirmed — it’s loan with clause mandatory to buy him for €30m total fee add-ons included. 🚨🔴🍒 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Zabarnyi and Traoré, all done. pic.twitter.com/gbAGqSKfpJ
- 9:47 PM: DEAL AGREED! Bournemouth have just signed all the documents for Hamed Traoré deal, Fabrizio Romano.
🚨🚨| Giuseppe Marotta (Inter CEO):
— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) January 31, 2023
“Football changes & loyal players aren’t easy to imagine anymore. Players change teams frequently & we have to get used to it. It’s not what us and the fans like but Skriniar made a choice (PSG), it’s his right & we have to respect it.” pic.twitter.com/eyb4U8hnfk
- 9:40 PM: Inter CEO confirms Milan Skriniar ABSOLUTELY will leave San Siro in June for PSG and not January - never in doubt. Both clubs could not find an agreement for an immediate transfer. #DeadlineDay
- 9:34PM: DEAL CLOSE! Fulham have agreed a deal with Arsenal for Cedric Soares according to multiple reports. We're told it's a LOAN DEAL until the end of the season. #DeadlineDay.
- 9:29 PM: West Brom are reportedly optimistic on completing a LOAN deal for Chelsea youngster Omari Hutchinson. #DeadlineDay
BREAKING! Arsenal have signed midfielder Jorginho from Chelsea for £12m. pic.twitter.com/syzeMsGhbI
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
- 9:14 PM: DEAL AGREED! Pedro Porro has just signed his contract as new Tottenham Hotspur player according to multiple reports. Antonio Conte has got his new wingback! #DeadlineDay
Arteta: “Jorginho is a midfield player with intelligence, deep leadership skills and a huge amount of Premier League and international experience”.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Jorginho: “All I can promise is that I’m going to give my all to represent this club”.
⚪️🔴🤝🏻 #AFC #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/E7j2m1shnm
Welcome to The Arsenal, Jorginho 👊 pic.twitter.com/jHXqAUBKKQ
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 31, 2023
- 9:04 PM: DONE DEAL!! Arsenal have officially announced the signing of Jorginho from Chelsea. The Italian midfielder joins on an 18-month deal. How are you feeling Gunners fans? #DeadlineDay
- 9:02 PM: DEAL AGREED! Hector Bellerin is nearing his witch to Sporting Lisbon. Multiple reports say an agreement has already been reached with Barcelona for the Spanish right back. #DeadlineDay
- 9:00 PM: CLOCK TICKING! Two hours to go until the Winter Transfer Market Deadline.
- 8:51 PM: DEAL CLOSE! In a turn of events, Nottingham Forest and PSG have reportedly now reached full verbal agreement on Keylor Navas deal. If all goes well, Navas could become a Forest player tonight. #DeadlineDay
Ladies and gentlemen, he’s here and he’s 🔴 and ⚪️#AnnounceThorgan pic.twitter.com/X021j7JsJ6
— PSV (@PSV) January 31, 2023
- 8:45 PM: DONE DEAL!! We can tell you now that Thorgan Hazard has officially signed for PSV on LOAN. The club have announced. Hazard joins from Borussia Dortmund. #DeadlineDay
- 8: 42 PM: DEAL UNDERWAY?! We understand Chelsea and PSG are reportedly still in discussions over a deal for Hakim Ziyech. The Moroccan attacker wants the move. Curious to know Chelsea fans thoughts about this. #DeadlineDay
📣 OFFICIAL | #RealBetis sign Ayoze Pérez 😃🇮🇨
— Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) January 31, 2023
Welcome to Heliópolis, @AyozePG! 🆒💚
➡ https://t.co/Snac9PIWCb pic.twitter.com/qkIWJqpy7W
- 8:40: DONE DEAL!! Real Betis have announced the signing of Ayoze Perez from Leicester City. #DeadlineDay
Barcelona are getting really closer to sign Julián Araujo from LA Galaxy! Understand the agreement between clubs is imminent now. 🚨🔵🔴 #FCB
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Araujo has agreed personal terms and he’s waiting for final approval. Work in progress, it’s really close. pic.twitter.com/y55cwAANYJ
- 8:36 PM: DEAL CLOSE! Meanwhile, Barcelona are closing in on another arrival this January. Reports say Julian Araujo is close to completing a switch to the Camp Nou from LA Galaxy.
Barcelona will not sign Sofyan Amrabat on #DeadlineDay. No way — Fiorentina will never accept option to buy clause, Barça can’t proceed with obligation or permanent deal. ⛔️🇲🇦 #FCB pic.twitter.com/0Ee42DXX5X
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
- 8:30: DEAL OFF! Fiorentina will not sell Sofyan Amrabat to Barcelona this January. How much of a blow is this to Barca fans, seeing as the Moroccan really wanted this move? #DeadlineDay
Marcel Sabitzer to Manchester United, here we go! Full agreement reached on loan deal, no buy option — confirmed 🚨🔴 #MUFC #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Deal set to be signed with Bayern in the final hours as personal terms agreed too.
Boarding completed - ✈️ Manchester @TurkishAirlines pic.twitter.com/tLpe5XNVtJ
8:00 PM: DEAL AGREED!! Marcel Sabitzer will be a Manchester United player in the coming hours. Full agrrement reached on LOAN deal, no buy option reported. #DeadlineDay
Southampton are closing in on deal to sign Paul Onuachu, here we go — he will follow Kamaldeen Sulemana as new signing. ⚪️🔴 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Both Sulemana and Onuachu are now undergoing medical tests. pic.twitter.com/4uHQcIoQ3a
- 7:36 PM: DEAL AGREED! Paul Onuachu to Southampton is already a DONE DEAL according to reports. The Super Eagles striker is undergoing his medical. #DeadlineDay
- 7:27 PM: DEAL AGREED! Matt Doherty has reportedly signed the contract to join Atletico Madrid ON LOAN until the end of the season. #DeadlineDay
- 7:18 PM: NERVY MOMENTS! We understand that Enzo to CHELSEA is still not a done deal. Enzo is also not yet having his medicals at Chelsea as earlier reports claimed. Although, Chelsea's representatives are still on standby alongside a medical team. Player wants the move but Rui Costa wants to keep the player. #DeadlineDay
Albert Sambi Lokonga to Crystal Palace is done and sealed after medical done in the afternoon as @GFFN reported Here we go. 🚨🔵🔴 #CPFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Arsenal have accepted loan deal for Lokonga until June. pic.twitter.com/Rqfsf8T2v0
- 7:14 AM: DEAL AGREED! Albert Sambi Lokonga to Crystal Palace is reportedly done and sealed after medical done in the afternoon.
- 7:07 PM: Fiorentina are reportedly set to sign Moroccan talent Abdelhamid Sabiri valid from July 1, Sabiri will join on a permanent deal from Sampdoria, reports Fabrizio Romano. #DeadlineDay
- 7:02 PM: CLOCK TICKING!
- Less than 5 hours until the end of the Transfer window.
- Chelsea remain in talks with Benfica over a deal for Enzo Fernandez but is reportedly having a medical in Portugal.
- Jorginho is yet to be announced officially as an Arsenal player after sealing a move from Chelsea and completing his medical.
- Paul Onuachu is edging closer to a move to Southampton from Genk.
- And Old Trafford reportedly awaits Marcel Sabitzer from Bayern Munich. #DeadlineDay
Manchester United and FC Bayern are finalising details to sign Marcel Sabitzer on straight loan until the end of the season. 🚨🔴⏳ #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Discussion are very advanced, waiting to fix final steps. pic.twitter.com/09rc4pcOy0
- 6:57 PM: GETTING CLOSER! is Marcel Sabitzer's move to Manchester United. How are you feeling Red Devils fans? #DeadlineDay
- 6:39: CLOSING IN!! Meanwhile, Super Eagles of Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu is undergoing a medical in Nantes, France, ahead of his move to Southampton from Genk reports The Athletic. #DeadlineDay
- 6:37: OFFICIAL! Djed Spence joins Rennes on LOAN with NO buy option from Tottenham. #DeadlineDay
Marcel Sabitzer is now on his way to Manchester in order to complete his move to Man United 🚨✈️ #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
🎥 @Sky_Torben @SkySportDepic.twitter.com/CpHfOag0Z7
- 6:23 PM: DEAL CLOSE! Marcel Sabitzer is reportedly on his way to Manchester to complete a deal from Bayern Munich. #DeadlineDay
Djed Spence has joined Ligue 1 side Stade Rennais for the remainder of the 2022/23 season.
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 31, 2023
Smash it, Djed 👊
- 6:18 PM: DONE DEAL! Tottenham Hotspur confirm Djed Spence has left the club on LOAN to Ligue 1 club Rennes. #DeadlineDay
- 6:18 PM: BACK IN? Reports say that Nottingham Forest have returned for talks with PSG over Keylor Navas. Recall that earlier today, talks broke down between the two clubs over the fee. Steve Cooper, however, is insistent on getting a backup for Dean Henderson in goal this season.
❗️Official: Amrabat is not included in Fiorentina's squad list for their match tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/IjeP7NYP2i
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) January 31, 2023
- 6:14 PM: OFFICIAL! Sofyan Amrabat has been excluded from Fiorentina's matchday squad to face Torino on Wednesday. Could the Moroccan get his move? #DeadlineDay
- 6:08 PM: Marcel Sabitzer is edging closer to a move to Manchester United. The Austrian midfielder reportedly has a medical scheduled and it looks like the Red Devils will win the race for his signature ahead of Chelsea who were also keen on his services this January. #DeadlineDay
🚨 The January transfer window in Germany is now closed. 🇩🇪❌
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) January 31, 2023
- 6:03 PM: BREAKING!! The Winter Transfer window in Germany is OFFICIALLY CLOSED. #DeadlineDay
- 5:58 PM: DEAL CLOSE?! Chelsea have been reportedly allowed to have a medical with Enzo Fernandez in Portugal as the Blues remain optimistic of agreeing a deal with Benfica. Rui Costa really making the Londoners sweat it out. #DeadlineDay
- 5:44 PM: DEAL CLOSE! Reports now say that Southampton have agreed a deal worth €21 million to sign Paul Onuachu from Genk.
🇳🇬🔴 Southampton are close to signing Genk striker Paul Onuachu: a £18.5m bid has been accepted, reports @TheAthleticFC.
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) January 31, 2023
The 6ft'7 forward has had a top season so far, 16 goals in 18 league games! pic.twitter.com/inlwr6Pzfg
- 5:30 PM: Another Super Eagles star could be on the move. Reports suggest that Genk striker Paul Onuachu could be on bis way to the Premier League with Southampton understood to be his destination. We're keeping a close eye on that one. #DeadlineDay
Here’s Jorginho in Arsenal shirt after deal signed until June 2024 with an option to further season — together with his agent João Santos ⚪️🔴🤝🏻 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Official statement to follow. pic.twitter.com/duFKUjCSAs
- 5:26 PM: NEW GUNNER! Jorginho has already been pictured in the Arsenal kit after photos from his shoot leaked online. #DeadlineDay
Who do you want your club to sign today? 🧐#DeadlineDay || #UCL
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) January 31, 2023
BREAKING: Chelsea are preparing to give Enzo Fernandez his medical in Portugal ⏳🔵 pic.twitter.com/cpkwAbJk8A
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
- 5:11 PM: DEAL CLOSE! Chelsea are getting closer to the signing of Enzo Fernandez with reports saying the Argentine star is already set for his medical in Portugal. Sky Sports understands. #DeadlineDay
- 4:58 PM: Hector Bellerin is reportedly nearing a switch to Sporting Lisbon following an agreement with Barcelona. The former Arsenal defender will have his medical in the coming hours. #DeadlineDay
Young striker Nathan Opoku joins #lcfc ahead of loan move to OH Leuven ✍️
— Leicester City (@LCFC) January 31, 2023
- 4:52 PM: DONE DEAL! Leicester City have completed the signing of Ghanaian youngster Nathan Opoku. Opoku will join Belgium club OH Leuven on loan for the rest of the season
Discussions are still ongoing between Chelsea & Benfica for Enzo Fernández. The deal has NOT collapsed, as things stand. 🚨🔵 #CFC #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Chelsea are still trying.
One to follow in the next hours. pic.twitter.com/ynVVkWHP2r
- 4:44 PM: The deal for Enzo Fernandez is expected to shatter the British transfer record in a fee that could rise to as much as €150M inclusive of add-ons. #DeadlineDay
- 4:32 PM: Meanwhile, the biggest story of the January transfer window is expected to be Enzo Fernandez's proposed move from Benfica to Chelsea. Chelsea fans just have to be a bit patient with club representatives currently working double time to get the deal done. Sources have also said Chelsea's medical team are already on standby in Portugal as Todd Boehly wants to make sure the Blues get their man. #DeadlineDay
Understand Olympique Lyon have now opened talks to sign Tiemoué Bakayoko from Chelsea — currently on loan to AC Milan. 🚨🔴🔵 #OL #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Deal not done with Serie A Cremonese and so OL are now trying. pic.twitter.com/I9Nwu4nms5
- 4:32 PM: Reports suggest Olympique Marseille have opened talks with Chelsea to sign Timoue Bakayoko who is currently on loan at AC Milan. #DeadlineDay
- 4:02 PM: DEAL OFF! Isco to Union Berlin is NOT Happening, the club has officially confirmed. The former Real Madrid star will remain a free agent for now. #DeadlineDay
— 1. FC Union Berlin (@fcunion_en) January 31, 2023
- 3:51 PM: Sofyan Amrabat has a message for fans amid his proposed move to Barcelona from Fiorentina. Barca are having issues meeting Fiorentina's demands for the Moroccan star. #DeadlineDay
- 3:44 PM: FC Bayern's new boy Joao Cancelo denies any rift with coach Pep Guardiola following his move to Germany. Here's shis first words as a Bayern Munich player. #DeadlineDay
"It's a great club, one of the best in the world"
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
João Cancelo says he is very happy to join Bayern Munich 🔴✍️
[🎥: FC Bayern Munich] pic.twitter.com/r8WWPUsEQR
🆗📃 Le groupe de 2️⃣1️⃣ Parisiens convoqués pour le déplacement à Montpellier ce mercredi. #MHSCPSG #Ligue1 pic.twitter.com/vVxWAWnB1Z
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) January 31, 2023
- 3:30 PM: PSG have named Nottingham Forest target Keylor Navas in the 21-man squad for their match against Montpellier on Wednesday. Forest and PSG failed to reach an agreement for the Costa Rican keeper on #DeadlineDay.
Crystal Palace are closing in on loan deal to sign Albert Sambi Lokonga from Arsenal, agreement completed also approved on player side 🔵🔴 #CPFC #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Medical tests taking place during the afternoon, as @sr_collings reported. pic.twitter.com/3AIBGMG5G9
- 3:29 PM: Back in the Premier League, reports have emerged that Crystal Palace are closing in on a deal for Arsenal midfielder Sambi Lokonga. The Gunners are also closing in on a deal for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho. #DeadlineDay
Pedro Porro, completing medical tests as new Tottenham player right now — contract signing scheduled right after. No issues, all goes to plan. ✅⚪️🩺 #THFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Porro will be unveiled as Spurs player on five year and half contract. pic.twitter.com/9v2ftyDgh1
- 3:20 PM: Pedro Porro is getting closer to becoming a Tottenham Hotspur player. Reports state the 23-year-old Spanish wingback is completing a medical that will see him becomke a new Spurs player from Sporting CP. #DeadlineDay
🔥🔴⚫️ pic.twitter.com/ELpRQFQbvX
— OGC Nice 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@ogcnice_eng) January 31, 2023
- 3:12 PM: Here are some photos from OGC Nice's new no.9 - Terem Moffi. #SoarSuperEagles #DeadlineDay
- 3:05 PM: Some photos from Joao Cancelo's switch to Bayern Munich have emerged. How are you feeling Bayern fans? #ianSanMia
Official, completed. OGC Nice sign Terem Moffi on loan with obligation to buy from Lorient. 🔴⚫️🤝🏻 #OGCNice
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Total package close to €30m, add ons included. pic.twitter.com/lZyZkz4FkY
🦅 @7erem_ is Niçois 🔴⚫️#OGCNice is proud to announce the arrival of Super Eagle Terem #Moffi ✍️#IssaNissa pic.twitter.com/FhmaqZPhFJ
— OGC Nice 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@ogcnice_eng) January 31, 2023
- 2:50 PM: OFFICIAL DONE DEAL!! Terem Moffi signs for OGC Nice. The Super Eagles of Nigeria star joins from Lorient in a deal worth up to €30m. #DeadlineDay
Jorginho has completed medical tests and he’s set to sign the contract as new Arsenal player until June 2024 with an option until 2025 🚨⚪️🔴 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
£10m plus £2m fee confirmed.
🎥 Ziyech-PSG talks continue, Enzo, Amrabat and more: https://t.co/H3FB59xcjC pic.twitter.com/OqRkNdymRW
- 2:42 PM: Jorginho has reportedly completed his medicals ahead of his move to Arsenal. It's getting closer Arsenal fans. #DeadlineDay
Manchester United have approached Bayern for Marcel Sabitzer. Chelsea are focused on different players now. 🚨🔴 #MUFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Man United discussing potential terms with Bayern for Sabitzer after news on Christian Eriksen injury.
Talks ongoing, as per @Plettigoal. #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/MzhFddxre7
- 2:36 PM: Manchester United have approached Bayern Munich for Marcel Sabitzer reports Plettigoal. United looking for a replacement for Eriksen following his injury. #DeadlineDay
Barcelona can’t include obligation to buy clause into Sofyan Amrabat deal with Fiorentina due to Financial Fair Play. ⛔️🔵🔴 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Fiorentina are not accepting loan with buy option not mandatory.
Barça are looking for an opportunity, can’t do any €30/40m deal. pic.twitter.com/90KB4SYbua
- 2:30 PM: FC Barcelona are having issues pulling off a deal for Sofyan Amrabat as they are reportedly finding issues including an obligation to buy clause into his deal with Fiorentina due to Financial Fair Play. #DeadlineDay
Ten Hag on signing replacement after Eriksen injury: “Something on Deadline Day is difficult, you can't make policy on bad injuries”. 🔴🚨 #MUFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
“We have players in the midfield, good players, players who can fill the gap”. pic.twitter.com/B5vpRAyOUg
- 2:27 PM: Manchester United have been dealt an injury blow on #DeadlineDay with Christian Eriksen being ruled out of action until April. Erik ten Hag has expressed doubt about a deadline-day replacement.
🚨🎖| Sofyan Amrabat has already SPOKEN with Xavi and is forcing his exit from Fiorentina. The Italian club would agree to his departure if it’s a permanent transfer or a loan with a mandatory buy-option. [@relevo] #fcblive 🇲🇦 pic.twitter.com/bxIxxRk9Eg
— BarçaTimes (@BarcaTimes) January 31, 2023
Xavi: “We’re open to signing one new player, Bellerín asked to leave. We are on it”. 🚨🔵🔴 #FCB
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
“Sofyan Amrabat? Of course he’s very good player — but I can’t speak about players who aren’t here”. pic.twitter.com/11rWSzhfI8
- 1:34 PM: In Barcelona, Xavi says the club is open to more signings this January. The Baugrana are interested in Morocco international Sofyan Amrabat and have already seen Memphis Depay leave this winter. Reports understand Hector Bellerin could also be on the move as well. #DeadlineDay.
PSG manager Galtier confirms: “We’re working on Hakim Ziyech deal, it’s true and talks are ongoing — I don’t want to say more as he’s Chelsea player”, he added. 🚨🔴🔵 #PSG #CFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
The two clubs are discussing on the formula of the deal. #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/JpMrJLyJbD
- 1:25 PM: Something is happening in Paris, France as Christophe Galtier confirms Paris St Germain are still in talks with Chelsea to complete a deal for Hakim Ziyech on #DeadlineDay. Chelsea want a straight sale as per reports, and the Moroccan is open to the move as well.
- 1:18 PM: DEAL CLOSE! Southampton have reportedly reached full agreement with Rennes for Ghana International Kamaldeen Sulemana, fee close to €25m, Fabrizio Romano reports. Everton and RB Leipzig were reportedly thought to be interested in his services. #DeadlineDay
- ON NAVAS DEAL: Finances look impossible, even though Navas was keen on the move. Steve Cooper is reportedly now searching for another GK option urgently to back up Dean Henderson at the club. #DeadlineDay
- 1:05 PM: DEAL OFF! Keylor Navas' move to Nottingham Forest from PSG has reportedly broken down, Sky Sports reports.
- 12:50 PM: Still with Barcelona, Benjamin Pavard will NOT be making a switch to Spain from Bayern Munich on #DeadlineDay. Reports have suggested the France World Cup winner could instead move in the summer.
Sofyan Amrabat didn’t show up for Fiorentina training today, now forcing possible Deadline move after Barça proposal rejected 🚨🇲🇦 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Barça offered €3m loan fee, €37m buy option — Fiorentina, not accepting these conditions. pic.twitter.com/An8EQRsnMB
- 12:46 PM: Sofyan Amrabat to Barcelona is another move to look out for. The Moroccan reportedly missed Fiorentina training today in a bid to force a last-minute move to Barcelona via Fabrizio Romano. Will the Blaugrana get their man? #DeadlineDay
FC Bayern have signed João Cancelo on loan from Manchester City until the end of the season ✍️#MiaSanMia #ServusJoão
— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) January 31, 2023
👋 🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/q5UdxeWgCc
— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) January 31, 2023
- 12:26 PM: BREAKING: Bayern Munich have officially announced the arrival of Joao Cancelo on LOAN from Manchester City. Cancelo will wear the No.22 jersey. #DeadlineDay
We are pleased to confirm the addition of Jude Soonsup-Bell to our Development Squad.
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 31, 2023
Welcome to Spurs, Jude 🙌
- 12:08: Tottenham have completed the signing of striker Jude Soonsup-Bell on a permanent move from Chelsea. #DeadlineDay
- 12:02 PM: Two minutes past noon and Arsenal fans have made their feelings clear on Twitter. Probably over the deal to get Jorginho in. I can understand Arsenal fans' frustration having seen a move for Moses Caicedo breakdown over Brighton's aking price. #EduOut is currently trending.... #DeadlineDay
João Cancelo, signing the contract as new FC Bayern player after medicals completed. ✅🔴 #FCBayern
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
€70m buy option clause confirmed in the agreement with Manchester City. pic.twitter.com/i6HYxLIYVP
- Cancelo is set to make a switch to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. Multiple reports have already said it's even a DONE DEAL!! with an official confirmation from Bayern Munich expected later today. #DeadineDay
- Meanwhile, Joao Cancelo has already said his goodbye to Manchester City on Instagram today. He posted a highlight reel of some of his best moments with the club with a caption that read: 'Once a Cityzen, always a Cityzen. Thank you 💙
#mommyblessme'
BREAKING: Tottenham defender Djed Spence is set to join Stade Rennais on loan for the remainder of the season ⚽🔁 pic.twitter.com/QQoWwA5f5a
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 30, 2023
- 11:38: Back at Tottenham, Djed Spence has reportedly completed a medical ahead of a loan move to Ligue 1 club Rennes. #DeadlineDay
Barcelona opening proposal for Sofyan Amrabat was loan deal, buy option not mandatory for €40m total package — it has been rejected by Fiorentina. 🚨🇲🇦 #DeadlineDay
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
The loan fee was close to €3/4m but Fiorentina have turned down the bid. pic.twitter.com/wdGknoirtF
- 11:33 AM: We understand that Barcelona have seen a bid for Moroccan World Cup star Sofyan Amrabat - REJECTED. Barca's opening proposal for the Moroccan was a loan deal, buy option not mandatory for €40m total package via Fabrizio Romano. #DeadlineDay
- 11:25 AM: BREAKING: Bernardo Silva will remain at Manchester City and not make a move this window, Sky Sports understands. Silva was reportedly a target for Catalan club Barcelona.
- 11:21: Tottenham Hotspur also await the arrival of Pedro Porro who will join from Sporting CP after both clubs reached an agreement yesterday according to multiple reports. Porro will undergo his medical in the coming hours. #DeadlineDay
Atlético Madrid are set to sign Matt Doherty on loan deal from Tottenham, here we go! Agreement in place — no buy option clause included. 🚨⚪️🔴 #Atléti #THFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Medical booked for Doherty who’s set to leave as Porro will join Tottenham — first call, @marca. pic.twitter.com/k07mYlCiuU
- 11:19: Let's head to Spain now where it's been reported that Matt Doherty has joined Atletico Madrid on loan for the remainder of the season. #DeadlineDay
Will Enzo Fernández make a #DeadlineDay move to Chelsea? 🇦🇷💰 pic.twitter.com/kPESxPVnFT
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
Enzo Fernández 🚨🇦🇷 #CFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
It was again a tense night of talks as there’s still no green light from Benfica president Rui Costa to Chelsea €120m proposal.
Chelsea wanted breakthrough in the night but nothing yet.
Negotiations will continue in the morning.#DeadlineDay madness. pic.twitter.com/MrjmbmTPVN
- 11:14 AM: Chelsea on the other hand are currently on stand-by to complete the biggest deal of the winter transfer window and possibly one of the biggest transfers in football. The Blues still want Enzo Fernandez but are yet to reach a breakthrough with Benfica. That's one to keep an eye on.
- Apparently, Brighton's solid stance on Moses Caicedo has now seen Arsenal close in on a deal for Chelsea's vice-captain. What next for Moses Caicedo at the moment is what the fan on social media are asking? And how are you feeling Arsenal fans? Let us know your thoughts on our social media pages. Follow Pulse Sports Nigeria on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to share your thoughts. #DeadlineDay
Jorginho to Arsenal, here we go! Deal agreed on £12m fee, Chelsea accept conditions and documents are being prepared 🚨⚪️🔴 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Personal terms agreed, contract until 2024 with option further year.
First contact revealed yesterday night — medical booked.
Arteta, key factor. pic.twitter.com/JHm1rMTzxw
- 11:05 AM: DEAL CLOSE!! We understand that Arsenal have now AGREED a deal for Jorginho for Chelsea in a fee worth up to £12m as per Fabrizio Romano.
Arsenal close to agreeing a deal with Chelsea for midfielder Jorginho. 🔴
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 31, 2023
All parties willing and hopeful move will be done in time. 🚨⏳ pic.twitter.com/NS7370j7Da
- 10:51 am: Yesterday, we heard reports of Arsenal making a move for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho. Reports today now suggest the Gunners are closing in on a deal for the 31-year-old Italian who is touted to be a backup for Mikel Arteta's midfield via Sky Sports. #DeadlineDay #AFC
🇧🇷 x 🔰#NCFC pic.twitter.com/HJhHlp1uPT
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) January 31, 2023
🤩#NCFC pic.twitter.com/0GTVRz9OPC
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) January 31, 2023
- NORWICH have officially announced Marquinhos' arrival from Arsenal. We're told it's a LOAN DEAL!! He will wear the Jersey number 13. #DeadlineDay.
Welcome, Marquinhos 🤝#NCFC
— Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) January 31, 2023
Patrick van Aanholt to PSV, deal done. Dutch left back now flying for medical tests as he’s leaving Galatasaray. 🚨🔴 #DeadlineDay #PSV
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Terms agreed, contract to be signed later today. pic.twitter.com/AYZJsU1K71
- 10:44 am: Let's turn our attention now to business in the Netherlands. Former Chelsea and Crystal Palace star Patrick van Aanholt is set to join PSV from Turkish club Galatasaray. #DealineDay
✍️ #LUFC is pleased to announce the signing of Diogo Monteiro from Swiss Super League side Servette FC
— Leeds United (@LUFC) January 31, 2023
- 10:41 am: Leeds United have signed Diogo Monteiro from Switzerland club Servette, deal agreed and signed. #DealineDay
Official, confirmed. Marquinhos leaves Arsenal to join Norwich on loan deal valid until the end of the season. 🟡✅ #AFC #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/UAtJl1G8Hb
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
- 10:37 am: Arsenal are set to be busy on the final day of the winter transfer window. Fabrizio Romano reports that Marquinhos has joined championship side Norwich on a LOAN DEAL until the end of the season. #DeadlineDay