Ruben Neves
January 2026
United are reported to be accelerating a move for Neves, valued around £20m, to strengthen midfield immediately. The club view midfield control as a core weakness and see Neves as a longer-term fit even under an interim, with funds ready to deploy quickly if conditions allow.
Conor Gallagher
January 2026
Tottenham are reportedly positioned to hijack Aston Villa’s move for Gallagher, who may return to the Premier League after limited starts at Atletico this season. Despite strong first-season adaptation and Simeone praise, Gallagher’s reduced role has opened the door; Spurs and Villa both want midfield depth and could act quickly if Atletico entertain offers.
Lucas Paqueta
January 2026
Paqueta reportedly asked not to be selected for the QPR cup match and is pushing for a transfer, with Flamengo prepared to bid around €40m. He is said to be disillusioned after a long betting-investigation saga (cleared in 2025) and wants to return to Brazil; West Ham are reluctant mid-relegation battle but may be forced if he insists.
Radu Dragusin
January 2026
Spurs turned down Roma’s loan approach for Dragusin despite the player being open to a Serie A return after a long ACL layoff. Dragusin has been in recent matchday squads but barely used; Roma pushed after agreeing terms with the player, yet Tottenham blocked the move and may keep him as depth this month.
Conor Gallagher
January 2026
Villa are considering a January approach for Gallagher, who has struggled for consistent starts at Atletico this season. The idea is a loan with an obligation to buy. Atletico are said to value him around £35m, and Villa would face competition from Manchester United and Tottenham, who are also monitoring midfield options.
Mor Talla Ndiaye
January 2026
Liverpool completed a reported £1m signing of teenage centre-back Ndiaye, set to join the Under-21s. The club announced the deal subject to international clearance. Ndiaye has youth international experience, including appearances at the FIFA U17 World Cup, and is expected to develop through the academy pathway.
Brian Madjo
January 2026
Villa have agreed a reported £10.4m move for 16-year-old forward Brian Madjo, with the player already in Birmingham for a medical ahead of a five-year contract. The deal was negotiated quickly and quietly, beating rival interest. The fee signals Villa’s strategy of securing elite youth early, with a long contract planned to lock his development path through 2031.
