Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal plot Chelsea hijack; secret Man Utd target revealed

The January transfer window is nearing its conclusion, with several Premier League clubs active. Arsenal are linked with Sporting's Ousmane Diomande and are monitoring Chelsea's pursuit of Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, while Gabriel Jesus could potentially return to Brazil with Palmeiras. Chelsea are negotiating a fee for Jacquet, with a gap between their offer and Rennes's demand, and Liverpool are also interested amid uncertainty over Ibrahima Konate.

Manchester United have been offered AC Milan's Ruben Loftus-Cheek on a loan-to-buy deal and are also targeting Jean-Philippe Mateta. Tottenham are pushing to sign a new winger and are finalizing the signing of Souza, despite managerial uncertainty. Bournemouth have completed the signing of midfielder Alex Toth from Ferencvaros for a reported £10.4 million on a long-term contract.

Juventus have withdrawn their interest in Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta due to his £34.7 million asking price, shifting focus to Youssef En-Nesyri instead. Meanwhile, Arsenal's teenage prospect Ethan Nwaneri is in advanced talks with Marseille over a loan move for the remainder of the season, following positive discussions between the clubs and managers.