Tottenham Hotspur is intensifying efforts to strengthen their defensive options after being rejected by AC Milan’s Fikayo Tomori. The Daily Mailreports that Spurs have turned their attention to Chelsea’s Axel Disasi as an alternative. With key defenders Mickey van de Ven and Cristian Romero still recovering from injuries, Spurs are eager to add reinforcements before the deadline.
Chairman Daniel Levy has also reportedly traveled to Munich to negotiate the transfer of Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel, a player who has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Chelsea. Tottenham hopes to secure Tel’s signature before the transfer deadline.
NAPLES, ITALY – APRIL 18: Fikayo Tomori of AC Milan celebrates victory after defeating SSC Napoli during the UEFA Champions League Quarterfinal Second Leg match between SSC Napoli and AC Milan at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on April 18, 2023 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Tullio Puglia – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)
Manchester United Strengthens Their Squad
In a significant development, Manchester United has confirmed the signing of Ayden Heaven from Arsenal. The highly-rated 18-year-old center-back has signed a contract until June 2029, with an option for an additional year. Heaven will join the first-team squad at Old Trafford immediately.
United is also close to securing a deal for Lecce’s promising left-back, Patrick Dorgu. The 20-year-old has been omitted from Lecce’s squad for their upcoming match against Parma, signaling that his transfer is imminent. According to reports, United will pay around €30 million (£25.15 million) plus €5 million (£4.19 million) in add-ons for the highly-rated defender.
Additionally, United is stepping up efforts to sign Sporting CP’s Geovany Quenda. The club has yet to make a formal offer but is expected to agree to a deal worth approximately £33.4 million once the winter transfer window closes.
Newcastle United recently made an approach for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, but their offer was rejected. However, reports suggest the Magpies will return with an improved £60 million bid in the summer as they look to bolster their attacking options.
DORTMUND, GERMANY – MARCH 13: Johan Bakayoko of PSV in action during the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 second leg match between Borussia Dortmund and PSV Eindhoven at Signal Iduna Park on March 13, 2024 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images) (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
Liverpool and PSV Star Johan Bakayoko
PSV’s Johan Bakayoko, who recently scored against Liverpool in the Champions League, has hinted at his interest in joining the Reds. Speaking to the media, the talented winger expressed his admiration for the club and his desire to play in the Premier League.
“I definitely think that I can join Liverpool. We can be happy that we won against big names, but they didn’t come with the strongest team either.”
The Final Hours of the Transfer Window
As the January transfer window draws to a close, Premier League clubs are making their final moves to strengthen their squads for the remainder of the season. With Tottenham seeking defensive reinforcements, Manchester United actively securing young talent, and Newcastle planning for future moves, the last hours of the window promise plenty of drama.
Stay tuned for real-time updates on all the latest transfers as clubs finalize their deals before the deadline!