Arsenal in Williams bombshell, Man Utd dealt Rashford blow, Chelsea's Cole Palmer shock: FT recap

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • Updated: 2 Jan 2025 14:56 CST
  • 5 min read
Nico Williams, Athletic Club, 2024/25
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Thursday delivered some massive transfer news as Arsenal made a bombshell decision on Nico Williams.

Plus, Man Utd's hopes of securing a large fee for Marcus Rashford have been dashed and Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer became the subject of a sensational transfer rumour. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

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Exclusive: Arsenal ready to trigger Williams' clause

FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal would be prepared to trigger Nico Williams' release clause this month if they were to receive the green light from the player.

He could be an upgrade on some of the Gunners' current attacking options, with several players coming under fire despite three consecutive wins.

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Rashford rejects Saudi

Man Utd outcast Marcus Rashford has officially rejected a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.

This is bad news for Man Utd, who need to raise funds to sign a striker.

One deal could potentially be close already, however, with the right dominos already falling into place.

Palmer to leave Chelsea?

Cole Palmer has become the subject of a sensational rumour linking him with PSG.

However, it would be a potentially record-breaking move as Palmer's value is set to explode this year.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Arsenal could pounce on Evan Ferguson this month should Brighton make him available.

Liverpool or Man City could still sign Samuele Ricci this year despite his surprising contract extension with Torino.

Roberto de Zerbi is planning to shop in the Premier League again, with the Marseille boss' latest targets playing for Arsenal and Chelsea.

Barcelona are now optimistic that Dani Olmo can be registered after freeing up the necessary funds.

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Viktor Gyokeres could push to leave Sporting CP this month.

Frenkie de Jong is having doubts about his Barcelona future.

Real Madrid are interested in Arsenal superstar William Saliba in what would be a historic transfer.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has an easy decision to make over his future.

Lastly, Man Utd languish in 14th in the table and could suffer an enormous financial blow should they get relegated from the Premier League.

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