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Tottenham have made the signing of Atletico Madrid<\/a> midfielder Conor Gallagher<\/a> official, bringing him back to the Premier League<\/a> in a \u00a335m move after hijacking Aston Villa<\/a>\u2019s move for the former Chelsea<\/a> product, as the January transfer window<\/a> heats up.<\/p>\n Gallagher isn\u2019t the only England international on the transfer merry-go-round with Arsenal<\/a> joining the race to sign Crystal Palace<\/a> defender Marc Guehi<\/a>. The Eagles skipper is said to prefer a move to the Gunners or Liverpool<\/a>, but Manchester City<\/a> are desperate to overcome any hurdles <\/a>and secure his signature this month, while European heavyweights Bayern Munich have now also expressed an interest in the England centre-back.<\/p>\n Mikel Arteta<\/a>\u2019s side are also rumoured to have entered the race to sign Real Madrid<\/a> superstar Vinicius Jr<\/a>, with one outlet even reporting they will offer Gabriel Martinelli in a swap deal, but Chelsea<\/a>, who have reportedly made a huge bid for Federico Valverde, are also reportedly still interested in Vini Jr.<\/p>\n Manchester United<\/a> have meanwhile confirmed the appointment of Michael Carrick<\/a> as interim manager and now look to strengthen their squad before the window closes, with Carlos Baleba, Marcos Llorente and Elliot Anderson all rumoured as targets, although Man City are also said to be eyeing Nottingham Forest talisman Anderson. <\/p>\n And while United\u2019s managerial picture looks clearer for the short-term, speculation remains frantic over the future of the Real Madrid dugout after Xabi Alonso\u2019s shock exit<\/a>, with the Spanish giants hoping to lure former Liverpool<\/a> boss Jurgen Klopp<\/a> back into coaching in what would be a spectacular move. <\/p>\n Follow all the latest transfer news<\/a>, gossip, rumours and done deals in The Independent\u2019s live blog below: <\/p>\n January transfer window latest updates<\/a>Thomas Frank: ‘Conor will bring leadership, maturity, character and personality’<\/p>\n Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has discussed the qualities Conor Gallagher will bring to his side and is excited to work with the tireless midfielder.<\/p>\n Frank told the official Spurs website: \u201cConor is a top midfielder, who we have worked tirelessly to add to our squad.<\/p>\n \u201cHe is still young, so has plenty of room for improvement, but also has huge experience across the Premier League, La Liga and with the England national team.<\/p>\n \u201cConor has captained teams so will bring leadership, maturity, character and personality to our dressing room, while his running power, pressing ability and eye for goal will strengthen us in a key area of the pitch.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m excited about working with him every day and I know the fans will love what he will bring to the team.\u201d<\/p>\n Luke Baker14 January 2026 16:23<\/p>\n <\/a>Gallagher discusses Spurs move: ‘I want to create special moments <\/p>\n Conor Gallagher has given his first interview to the club since joining Spurs and stresses his desire to create \u201cspecial moments\u201d at Tottenham.<\/p>\n Gallagher told the official Spurs website: \u201cI’m so happy and excited to be here, taking the next step in my career at an amazing club.<\/p>\n \u201cI wanted to be a Spurs player and thankfully the club felt the same. It was very easy, it happened very quickly and I’m ready to get on the pitch.<\/p>\n \u201cI know how great the fans are, I\u2019m really happy to be a part of it here and want to create special moments and memories together.\u201d<\/p>\n Luke Baker14 January 2026 16:16<\/p>\n <\/a>BREAKING: Tottenham announce signing of Conor Gallagher<\/p>\n Tottenham have announced that they have completed the deal to bring Conor Gallagher to the club \u201csubject to international clearance\u201d. <\/p>\n The deal is believed to be worth \u00a334m, with the England international signing a a five-and-a-half-year deal.<\/p>\n Chris Wilson14 January 2026 16:11<\/p>\n <\/a>Liam Rosenior plans talks with Chelsea outcasts<\/p>\n Liam Rosenior will speak to Chelsea \u2018bomb squad\u2019 duo Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi before deciding whether or not they have a future at Chelsea.<\/p>\n \u201cI haven\u2019t [spoken with them yet],\u201d Rosenior said. \u201cTo be honest I\u2019ve had so much on. This is my fourth day in the job. I will have conversations with them.<\/p>\n \u201cRaheem\u2019s had an outstanding career. I\u2019ve got huge respect for him and Axel, who was someone I\u2019ve really, really liked for a long time. But in this moment, with the amount of games that we\u2019ve got and the stuff I\u2019ve had to do \u2014 not just in terms of training but with the staff \u2014 I haven\u2019t got on to that topic. I will do it in the next few days.<\/p>\n \u201cHonestly, I have to have a conversation with them. I have to have a conversation with the club. It\u2019s been a whirlwind. There\u2019s a lot for me to do and that\u2019s near the top of my list.\u201d<\/p>\n Will Castle14 January 2026 16:00<\/p>\n <\/a>Lucas Paqueta wants out of West Ham<\/p>\n West Ham are reportedly desperate to keep Lucas Paqueta at the London Stadium after The Athletic claimed the Hammers had rejected a bid for the midfielder.<\/p>\n Paqueta wants to return to Brazil and Fabrizio Romano reports that personal terms have been sorted with Flamengo but Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo will not countenance losing his playmaker as the club face an uphill battle to avoid relegation from the Premier League.<\/p>\n It comes after Paqueta reportedly asked to be left out of West Ham\u2019s FA Cup tie with QPR last weekend to pursue a move away.<\/p>\n Will Castle14 January 2026 15:45<\/p>\n <\/a>Everton keeper set for Cardiff medical<\/p>\n Everton goalkeeper Harry Tyrer is set to join League One Cardiff City, providing their transfer embargo is lifted, according to the Daily Mail.<\/p>\n The 24-year-old has had talks and is due to undergo a medical.<\/p>\n Will Castle14 January 2026 15:30<\/p>\n <\/a>Brentford want to keep Kristoffer Ajer<\/p>\n Brentford are planning on selling Kristoffer Ajer this month despite interest from abroad.<\/p>\n The Norwegian has attracted suitors on the continent, with Wolfsburg the most heavily linked with a move, as reported in the Daily Mail.<\/p>\n But Sky Sports says that the Bees see the 27-year-old defender as an important first-team player.<\/p>\n Will Castle14 January 2026 15:16<\/p>\n <\/a>Bournemouth keep pushing for Alex Toth<\/p>\n Bournemouth are continuing talks with Ferencvaros over a deal for Alex Toth after seeing their initial \u00a38.6m offer rejected, according to Sky Sports.<\/p>\n Robbie Keane is the manager of the Hungarian club and has overseen the development of Toth into one of Europe\u2019s most promising starlets, with many clubs keeping tabs.<\/p>\n Toth is said to be keen on a move to the Premier League.<\/p>\n Will Castle14 January 2026 15:00<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/SEI280311682.jpeg\")
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