Transfer Rumour: Manchester United, Barcelona, and Real Madrid in Major January Window

Posted : 28 October 2025

Top European clubs, including Manchester United, Barcelona, and Real Madrid, are making key moves ahead of the January transfer window.

As the January transfer window nears, major European clubs are already lining up significant moves involving some of football’s most promising young stars and seasoned talents.

Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on England midfielder Elliot Anderson, currently at Nottingham Forest, with both United and Newcastle United showing serious interest. Forest, however, are demanding an eye-watering fee of between £100 million and £120 million for the 22-year-old, according to Florian Plettenberg.

Meanwhile, Barcelona are said to be leading the race to sign Mason Greenwood from Marseille. The 24-year-old English forward, who has impressed since his move to Ligue 1, has also drawn attention from Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United, reports Teamtalk.

In another development, Jobe Bellingham has reportedly dismissed the possibility of joining Manchester United. The 20-year-old Borussia Dortmund midfielder, and younger brother of Jude Bellingham, has no interest in a loan move to Old Trafford, according to The Mirror.

United, on the other hand, are taking a firm stance on player departures. The club will reject any transfer requests from Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee in January, as both players are seen as crucial to the club’s future (The Sun). Additionally, the club has granted Napoli permission to activate their obligation to buy striker Rasmus Hojlund in January, reports The Mirror.

Elsewhere, West Ham United have identified Brazilian defender Alexsandro from Lille as their top target for the winter window. The 26-year-old is currently valued at £26 million, according to ESPN Mexico.

In Spain, Vinicius Jr could be on his way out of Real Madrid after expressing frustration towards manager Xabi Alonso for substituting him late in the El Clásico victory. The 25-year-old Brazilian is said to be seriously considering leaving the Bernabéu, reports AS.

Meanwhile, Juventus are exploring a managerial change after the dismissal of Igor Tudor. The Italian giants have begun discussions with Luciano Spalletti, the former Napoli and Italy boss, about taking over as head coach, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.

Finally, Tottenham, Arsenal, and Newcastle United are all keeping an eye on Samu Aghehowa, the 21-year-old Porto and Spain striker, reports Fichajes.

With transfer talks heating up across Europe, the coming January window promises another wave of high-profile deals and strategic reshuffles among football’s elite clubs.

Transfer Rumour: Manchester United, Barcelona, and Real Madrid in Major January Window

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