Live Transfers and Rumors: Winter Market Roundup

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The winter market has clubs actively seeking reinforcements.

Live Transfer Market: News, Transfers and Rumors Today, December 27, 2022

César Montes joins Espanyol

The Parakeet club confirms the arrival of the Mexican defender on a loan deal. There is a purchase option of €8 million that can be exercised if his performances prove convincing.

Di Lorenzo as another option for Barça’s right back

The Napoli full back appears on the Barcelona scouting list. Sport notes that his profile is attractive because he consistently contributes to the attack while remaining reliable defensively. It is worth noting that his contract with Napoli runs until 2026, which could complicate the move.

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Chelsea plans a defensive reinforcement

The target is Benoit Badiashile, the French centre-back from Monaco. The Athletic suggests he is among Chelsea’s top defensive options due to his left-footed balance, something neither Fofana nor Koulibaly has consistently provided. Reported figures in England hover around £35 million (€40 million).

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Real Sociedad eyes a market opportunity

Daley Blind recently left Ajax and Dutch sources indicate that the Basque side could be a new destination for the 32-year-old defender. They will face competition from Belgian side Antwerp, led by Mark van Bommel as coach and with Marc Overmars in a sporting role, a setup with good ties to Real Sociedad.

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Kroos will decide soon

According to Diario AS, the German midfielder will choose whether to extend his contract or retire at the end of January. Real Madrid wants him to stay for another year, and Kroos himself is not keen on joining another club.

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Aston Villa targets Alex Moreno

Relevo reports that Unai Emery’s club looks to strengthen the left back position with the Betis defender, a name that had surfaced for Premier League clubs last summer but remained with Real Betis.

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Tomás Alarcón signs with Zaragoza

The Chilean midfielder becomes the first winter addition for the Aragonese club, bolstering their squad for the second half of the season.

Newcastle weighs Jorginho

The Daily Mail notes that Newcastle United continues to explore midfield options. With Enzo Fernández unlikely, Jorginho Frello from Chelsea could be considered, with his contract running until June 30.

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Bojan remains a free agent

The former Barcelona forward is unattached after leaving Vissel Kobe in Japan. A knee injury in July limited him to 20 appearances in 2022.

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Gakpo bound for Liverpool

Cody Gakpo traveled to England to complete the medical tests with Liverpool after the clubs formalized the operation on a Monday evening.

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Chelsea eye Joao Felix

Chelsea reportedly pursue Joao Félix, the Atletico Madrid forward who desires an exit. To secure the deal this week, a bid above €100 million is expected.

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Memphis Depay not in a rush

The Barcelona forward remains calm about his future. If no buyer appears this winter, he could depart in the summer, but is open to staying until then to help the team finish the season strong.

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<h3 Montes becomes a new Espanyol player

Espanyol confirmed an agreement with Monterrey for the transfer of Mexican international Cesar Montes. Details are undisclosed and the move will be finalized after medical examinations are completed.

Olympiakos pursuing Toni Lato

The Valencia defender’s contract ends this season. While Gattuso seeks to extend the deal, no proposal has been tabled yet, and talks about a move to Greece are underway.

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Fran García on Madrid’s radar

Fran García has returned to Real Madrid’s attention. A former academy product, the left back from Rayo Vallecano features in discussions about Real Madrid’s plans for the next season. His contract runs to June 30, 2023.

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Mudryk offer rejected

Shakhtar Donetsk refused Arsenal’s bid of €40 million fixed plus €20 million in variables for Mihailo Mudryk. The Ukrainian club deemed the terms insufficient.

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CR7 nearing move to Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo is close to finalizing a transfer to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia. Reports from the American network CBS suggest a €200 million deal as a free agent could be completed soon.

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Good morning to Goal readers. The transfer market is buzzing with activity as clubs across the globe chase reinforcements for the winter window. Rumors are abundant, and ongoing coverage will continue throughout the day. The 2023 winter market runs from January 2 to January 31 at 23:59.

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