Man Utd face new Garnacho threat, Arsenal's Zubimendi truth, Chelsea make wonderkid bid: FT recap

Tom Weber

Updated: 15 Jan 2025 21:24 GMT
5 min read

Alejandro Garnacho, Man Utd, 2024/25 — © IMAGO

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Manchester United received fresh interest in Alejandro Garnacho.

Plus, Martin Zubimendi responded to the reports saying that his move to Arsenal is all but done and Chelsea made a formal offer for a wonderkid. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

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Exclusive: Spurs eye Garnacho

FootballTransfers understands that Tottenham have registered their interest in Man Utd winner Alejandro Garnacho.

He has also been linked with Napoli and would be keen on the move - because of Diego Maradona.

However, Napoli have already agreed terms with a potential alternative.

Mendes salary revealed

The Transfers Podcast has been able to reveal what PSG have to offer Nuno Mendes to get him to extend his contract amid interest from Man Utd.

Zubimendi responds

Arsenal are advancing in talks over a summer move for Martin Zubimendi, according to Fabrizio Romano.

But Spanish media claims that this is not true and that Zubimendi is actually responding negatively to the constant transfer speculation.

Chelsea make Hernandez bid

Chelsea have made a formal offer for Deportivo la Coruna star Yeremay Hernandez.

Chelsea recall Chalobah

Chelsea have also recalled Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace.

This is despite the fact that it was previously deemed 'impossible.'

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Juventus fans believe that Dusan Vlahovic has been omitted from recent games because he is on his way to Arsenal.

In other Juventus news, Barcelona have knocked back their approaches for Ronald Araujo.

In fact, he is now set to sign a new contract, forcing the Bianconeri to target new players.

Man Utd have been told to replace Casemiro with one of Ruben Amorim's former Sporting stars.

Alphonso Davies will make a decision on his future this weekend.

The CEO of the Saudi Pro League is convinced that Vinicius Jr will move to Saudi Arabia.

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to be offered a stunning new Al-Nassr contract.

But it's nothing compared to what Mohamed Salah would receive should he move to the Pro League.

Lastly, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has been very surprised by one of his summer signings.

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