Arsenal battle Man Utd for Wirtz, Chelsea's creative January plan: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 18 Oct 2024 20:38 BST
• 5 min read

Friday delivered some massive transfer news as it was revealed that Man Utd have joined Arsenal in the race to sign Florian Wirtz.

Plus, Chelsea have come up with an intriguing transfer plan to finally offload one of their unwanted stars. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Wirtz battle heats up

Arsenal have been given a major boost in the race to sign Florian Wirtz by Leverkusen's unwillingness to sell to Bayern.

However, the Gunners are far from the only major side keen on the German, and even Man Utd are now linked with the 21-year-old.

Chelsea's Chilwell plan

Chelsea could look to loan Ben Chilwell out long-term rather than just until the summer in a bid to increase interest in the 27-year-old.

The Blues may also have to contend with a more unexpected departure in January.

Marc Guiu could also make a quick exit from Stamford Bridge.

Ten Hag hits back

Erik ten Hag has called the media speculation surrounding his future a 'fairytale.'

Some Man Utd fans are beginning to feel bad for the manager.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Paul Pogba is facing disciplinary action from Juventus over his recent interviews.

Chelsea target - and boyhood fan - Patrick Dorgu has made a decision on his future.

F1 world champion Max Verstappen has given his thoughts on Jurgen Klopp's Red Bull move.

Jose Mourinho has terminated the contract of a former Liverpool star just days before his Fenerbahce side faces Man Utd.

Ralf Rangnick's Austria are thriving on the pitch, but there is major trouble brewing behind the scenes.

Eddie Howe has admitted that he regrets selling Yankubah Minteh ahead of this weekend's reunion with the Brighton star.

Chelsea target Francis Onyeka has been named Germany's biggest U17 talent.

Leon Goretzka is not interested in a January move away from Bayern Munich.

Teammate Alphonso Davies, however, is open to moving to Man Utd.

Victor Osimhen has spoken about his January plans and decision to join Galatasaray.

Arsenal are ready to 'go all out' for one of Europe's biggest talents.

Lastly, Jude Bellingham is said to be working overtime to convince Trent Alexander-Arnold to join him at Real Madrid.