Deadline day LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Fulham complete Broja signing, Veliz leaves Spurs
Hello and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the world of football on January transfer deadline day!
Stick with us below to keep up to date with all of today's transfer rumours and done deals.
Today's key events
'Wolves was the right path' - Wonderkid speaks on rejected Chelsea move
Incoming Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Pedro Lima has explained that he rejected Chelsea in favour of a move to Molineux.
Earlier this month, it was widely reported that the 17-year-old would become the next Brazilian wonderkid to be signed by co-owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital.
The right-back was allegedly in line to be loaned out to Strasbourg, also owned by BlueCo, but it was said that the scenario did not appeal to the teenager.
Instead, Sport Recife - his current club - surprisingly announced earlier this month that an agreement had been reached with Wolves for a transfer to go through on July 1.
Newcastle considering swap deal for former Man United attacker?
![Anthony Elanga pictured on January 31, 2024 [IMAGO]](https://sm.imgix.net/24/26/anthony-elanga.jpg?w=640&h=480&auto=compress,format&fit=clip "Anthony Elanga pictured on January 31, 2024 [IMAGO]")
Newcastle United have reportedly opened talks with Nottingham Forest over a deal to sign Anthony Elanga, with Elliot Anderson potentially heading in the opposite direction.
Elanga only joined Forest last summer from Manchester United for around £15m having previously been on the Magpies' radar.
The 23-year-old came through the youth ranks at Man United, making his senior debut in 2021, but he struggled to gain regular first-team football at Old Trafford and has since become a key player at Forest.
Elanga scored five goals and registered nine assists in 25 starts and 11 substitute outings for Forest in the Premier League last season, helping the club avoid relegation and finish 17th in the table.
Liverpool make Anthony Gordon transfer decision after 'medical' claims
Newcastle United were ready to sell winger Anthony Gordon to Liverpool this week as part of a swap deal before negotiations broke down, according to a report.
Rumours surfaced last month suggesting that Gordon had been identified by Liverpool as a potential long-term replacement for Saudi Arabia-linked Mohamed Salah.
The 23-year-old was released by the Reds as a youngster before joining the academy of Merseyside rivals Everton at the age of 11, and he went on to make 78 senior appearances across six years with the Toffees.
Gordon then completed a £45m switch to Newcastle in January 2023 and has since established himself as a star player under manager Eddie Howe.
Another wonderkid: Chelsea complete deal for Villa prospect
Chelsea have confirmed that they have completed the signing of Aston Villa youngster Omari Kellyman.
Towards the back end of last week, reports emerged that the Blues were considering the surprise £19m addition of the versatile attacker.
Kellyman racked up just five appearances for Villa during 2023-24, his game time coming from the substitutes' bench when Villa either had a game sewn up or had already suffered defeat.
Nevertheless, with Chelsea and Villa each required to ensure that they meet the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability regulations, separate deals have been conducted for Kellyman and Ian Maatsen that suit all parties.
Defender search: Ten Hag 'targeting' De Ligt reunion
Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich centre-back Matthijs de Ligt this summer.
The Red Devils have seen their defensive options weakened after Raphael Varane left the club at the end of the 2023-24 season.
While Varane has departed on a free transfer, Man United could sell Victor Lindelof this summer as the Sweden international seeks regular playing time.
The Red Devils also saw Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire struggle with injuries last season, reinforcing their need to recruit at least one new centre-back ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
Deal done? Hutchinson on verge of Ipswich return
Chelsea attacker Omari Hutchinson has reportedly undergone a medical with Ipswich Town after the two clubs reached an agreement over a £22.5m deal.
Hutchinson has been attracting significant interest after playing a crucial role in Ipswich's successful promotion bid from the Championship last season.
The 20-year-old made 44 league appearances during his loan spell at Portman Road, scoring 10 goals and providing six assists to help the Tractor Boys end their 22-year wait for top-flight football.
Kieran McKenna's side have been working on a deal to bring Hutchinson back to the club, amid interest from the likes of Ajax, Stuttgart and Feyenoord.
Mainoo partner: Three ideal midfield arrivals at Man United this summer
Manchester United will sign a new central midfielder this summer, with the position viewed as an absolute priority for the club due to their issues in that area last season.
Casemiro and Christian Eriksen should both move on, while Donny van de Beek will also depart.
A loan move for Fiorentina's Sofyan Amrabat has also not been made permanent, so the club need to bring in a partner for the outstanding Kobbie Mainoo in the middle of midfield, with Bruno Fernandes, who is expected to stay, then operating just ahead of them in a likely 4-2-3-1 formation.
Here, Sports Mole discusses three potential midfield incomings for Man United, with focus on players capable of performing a holding role for the 20-time English champions.
Centre-back arrival: Three Branthwaite alternatives Man United could target
Unless Everton are prepared to drop their substantial asking price for Jarrad Branthwaite, which is believed to be in the region of £80m, then it is very difficult to imagine the defender joining Manchester United this summer.
As a result, the Red Devils could be forced to switch their focus elsewhere, with the club in the market for a replacement for Raphael Varane.
Jonny Evans has still not signed a new deal, while Victor Lindelof is being linked with an exit, so it is possible that two new centre-backs could move to Old Trafford this summer.
Here, Sports Mole looks at three Branthwaite alternatives for Man United, with the club certain to have a number of names on their centre-back shortlist for the current market.
Germany
Switzerland
Hungary
Scotland
