10 Shocking Transfers That Could Still Happen in January

By January 14, 2019



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10 Shocking Transfers That Could Still Happen in January

The 2018/2019 January transfer window had officially opened some days ago. This month-long transfer window would be a tremendous opportunity for many football clubs to make a few signings and bolster their squads.

 

We can expect a lot of shocking transfers to occur in January. Plenty of big money teams are ready to spend cash in order to land the big names.

The competition at various leagues in Europe has been very stiff this season, and thus, this January transfer window would be crucial for many teams. Getting the perfect signing to any club could make a massive impact on the fortunes of many top European clubs. So, today we will look at 10 shocking transfer that could still happen in January.

  1. Callum Wilson to Chelsea

The Bournemouth striker has enjoyed an excellent Premier League campaign so far, scoring 9 goals and assisting 5. His impressive displays have not gone unnoticed by the top Premier League clubs. Chelsea is said to pay £50m to land him in January.

 

  1. Douglas Costa & Paul Pogba in swap deal

The diminutive Brazilian winger has been sought by many European clubs ever since his big break when he was in Shakhtar Donetsk. However, a shocking report came out to say that Paul Pogba could be used in a swap that could see Costa go to United and Pogba return to Juventus.

 

  1. Kalidou Koulibaly to Manchester United

They have a lot of speculations regarding Kalidou Koulibaly and Manchester United. The English outfit has been seeking his signature for months. And although Napoli coach Carlo Ancelotti, has stated that Koulibaly won’t be sold, a new report has emerged. Manchester United are willing to spend £100m to bring in Kalidou Koulibaly, as well as a deal which will include Eric Bailly.

 

  1. Martin Dubravka to Juventus

Newcastle goalkeeper, Martin Dubravka, has turned into a major figure at Newcastle. The year 2018 was a spectacular year for the Slovakian goalkeeper, who proved himself to be one of the best shot-stoppers in the Premier League.

This has led to massive interest from Italian giants, Juventus. Despite this, he has remained silent in the interest.

 

  1. Aaron Ramsey to Juventus

Juventus has tabled a lucrative offer for the Welshman. The news of Aaron Ramsey’s transfer from Arsenal has been all over the news in recent weeks. Although the transfer is yet to happen, it might become a done deal very soon. Aaron Ramsey could leave Arsenal as a free agent in the summer.

 

  1. Eder Militao to Manchester United

Manchester United has been seeking to strengthen their defense throughout this season. The January transfer window can afford them an opportunity to do just that. Reports have emerged that Manchester United is willing to pay up to £45m for a certain Brazilian defender. His name is Eder Militao. Militao can play either as a center back or as a holding midfielder. He has also attracted interest from Real Madrid.

 

  1. Munir El-Haddadi to Sevilla

The Barcelona striker has endured a torrid campaign this season. He failed to break into Barcelona’s first team yet again and will definitely depart this January.

Sevilla has been keen on bringing the Spanish frontman. His contract expires on June 30, and he could finalize a move then.

 

  1. Fernando Llorente to Athletic Bilbao

Veteran Spanish striker, Fernando Llorente could move from English club Tottenham this January. Athletic Bilbao is keen on bringing him in this transfer window to help me avoid relegation.

Fernando Llorente has scored 9 goals for Tottenham this season, includes two hat tricks and just one Premier League goal.

 

  1. Michy Batshuayi to Monaco

Valencia shockingly terminated Michy Batshuayi’s season-long loan deal six months early. It comes as no surprise after the Belgian striker failed to make any impression at the club.

However, Monaco, West Ham, Sevilla, and many other clubs are in contention for his signature. Monaco has the edge though.

 

  1. Denis Suarez to Arsenal

Denis Suarez could move on loan to Arsenal this January. The versatile winger could begin his fight for a place in the Gunners line-up during the second half of the 2018/2019 season.

Arsenal head coach, Unai Emery stated in a pre-match press conference on Thursday that Arsenal will not make any permanent signings this January transfer window. He, however, admitted that loan signings were possible.

There you have it, which major signings you do think could still happen in January? Let us know below.

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