The January transfer window is in full swing, and as the deadline approaches, clubs are scrambling to secure last-minute deals that could make or break their seasons. In the latest news, Premier League leaders Arsenal are reportedly preparing an offer for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, while LaLiga giants Real Madrid are ready to make another bid for Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Arsenal’s Striker Search Leads to Sesko
After losing star striker Gabriel Jesus to a long-term ACL injury, Arsenal are desperate to add firepower to their attack as they chase their first Premier League title in nearly two decades. According to The Sun and The Times, the Gunners have made 21-year-old Slovenian international Benjamin Sesko their primary target.
Sesko has been on Arsenal’s radar for over a year, but he opted to sign a contract extension with RB Leipzig last summer. However, with Arsenal’s need for a striker becoming more urgent, they are now weighing up a massive £70 million offer to pry Sesko away from the Bundesliga club. Alternatively, they could pursue a short-term loan deal to bolster their squad for the title run-in.
Sesko has been prolific this season, scoring 18 goals in all competitions and finding the net in his last seven league appearances.
– Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano
Arsenal are also reportedly interested in Viktor Gyökeres, but the Coventry City striker seems destined for Manchester United, where he would reunite with former Sporting CP manager Rubem Amorim. With a release clause under £100 million, Gyökeres could be a more affordable option for the Gunners if they act quickly.
Real Madrid Reignite Alexander-Arnold Pursuit
Meanwhile, in Spain, Real Madrid are preparing to revive their interest in Trent Alexander-Arnold after seeing an initial approach rebuffed by Liverpool earlier this month. According to Marca, Madrid’s poor performances in recent weeks, including a humiliating 5-2 Supercopa defeat to Barcelona, have convinced the club to accelerate their plans to sign the England international.
Real Madrid had hoped to sign Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer when his Liverpool contract expires in June, but they are now willing to pay a fee to bring him to the Bernabéu this month. It would be up to the player to convince Liverpool to let him leave mid-season, which seems unlikely given the Reds’ own struggles and injury issues in defense.
Other Transfer Rumors and Updates
In other news, Napoli have reportedly made a €40 million offer for Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi as they seek to replace the PSG-bound Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The German club promptly rejected the “verbal approach,” and Adeyemi himself is not keen on a move this month, though the situation could change in the summer.
Bayern Munich are close to agreeing a contract extension with Alphonso Davies that would keep the Canadian wingback at the club until at least 2029, with an option for an additional year. This development comes despite interest from Real Madrid, who had hoped to sign Davies on a free transfer in the summer.
Finally, AC Milan have seen their loan approach for João Félix rejected by Chelsea, but the Italian club may return with another offer before the window closes. The Blues are reportedly seeking a permanent sale for the Portuguese forward, who has struggled for playing time since his mega-money move from Atlético Madrid last year.
- Key Transfer Storylines to Watch:
- Will Arsenal land Sesko or Gyökeres to boost their title bid?
- Can Real Madrid convince Liverpool to part with Alexander-Arnold?
- Where will João Félix end up as Chelsea look to offload the misfiring forward?
- Which clubs will make a late splash before the January window slams shut?
As the transfer deadline looms, expect more twists, turns, and eye-catching moves in what has already been a fascinating window. With clubs fighting for titles, European places, and survival, every signing could prove crucial in the months ahead. Stay tuned for the latest updates and breaking news as the soccer world braces for a frenetic finish to the January transfer market.
