TRANSFER GOSSIP COLUMN: Chelsea lower their asking price for Armando Broja amid Fulham interest, former Man United target is heading to Germany and Brighton could offload midfield flop
The January transfer window closes at 11pm tonight and clubs are still hoping to get deals done before the fast-approaching deadline.
This winter period has been marked by a distinct lack of major moves this summer, with clubs looking to limit their spending to comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules.
But the rumors continue to swirl as the clock ticks. Chelsea’s Armando Broja is one of the players who could still be on the move, with Fulham still interested in the 22-year-old.
Conor Gallagher looks set to stay at Stamford Bridge amid significant interest from Tottenham, while former Man United and Newcastle target Hugo Ekitike is heading to the Bundesliga.
Below, Mailsport looks at the transfer rumors on Wednesday morning.
Armando Broja could be one of the stories of Deadline Day as clubs vie for his signature
Chelsea have lowered their asking price for Armando Broja. The striker is the subject of interest from Fulham and the club had valued him at £50m, but could accept a £40m offer if they want to offload the Albanian at deadline day. (The sun)
Frankfurt are hoping to complete a deal for former Manchester United target Hugo Ekitike. The 21-year-old striker has had a difficult time at PSG, barely making an appearance this season, and the German side could offer him a way out. (Florian Plettenberg).
Tottenham are unwilling to meet Chelsea’s £50m price tag for midfielder Conor Gallagher and he is likely to stay at the club. Gallagher was substituted at half-time during Chelsea’s 4-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield. (talkSPORT)
Blues youngster Andrey Santos, 19, will sign for Strasbourg. The Brazilian, who endured a frustrating loan spell at Nottingham Forest before being recalled, is on the verge of completing a loan move. (Fabrizio Romano).
Man United are among the clubs interested in Frankfurt defender Willian Pacho. The highly rated 22-year-old centre-back, who has also been eyed by Arsenal and Liverpool, is valued at £50m. (Image).
Orel Mangala (left) is set to leave Nottingham Forest to sign for Lyon in France
Bundesliga club Stuttgart wants to sign Brighton midfielder Mahmoud Dahoud before the deadline. The Syrian, 28, has struggled to play under Roberto De Zerbi and is open to a move to Germany. (Heaven Germany).
Orel Mangala is set to join Lyon on loan from Nottingham Forest. The Premier League side will receive a loan fee of £8.5 million and the Ligue 1 club have an option to buy for £12.8 million in the summer.Fabrizio Romano).
Crystal Palace have joined Nottingham Forest in the race for West Ham striker Maxwel Cornet. The Ivorian is considered surplus to requirements at the London Stadium. (The Telegraph).
