Hello and welcome to the Transfermarkt deadline day live blog for the final day of the January 2025 transfer window. The past few weeks have had plenty of twists and turns but as we approach the final 24 hours of transfer business across Europe’s top leagues, there are still permanent transfers and loans requiring completion.
At 23:00, Manchester City finalized the signing of Nico González from Porto, marking their sixth acquisition of this busy window. Following initial negotiations where City’s offer of €40 million was rejected, the clubs eventually settled on a deal worth €60 million. The midfielder's addition is seen as bolstering Pep Guardiola's squad.
Earlier, Southampton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu completed his move to Belgian side Standard Liege on loan until the end of the season, maintaining his market value at €14 million. Meanwhile, Bournemouth made headlines with the signing of Eli Junior Kroupi from Lorient for €12 million; the teenage striker will remain on loan with Lorient until June.
At 21:49, Tyrell Malacia was reported to have arrived in Eindhoven to finalize talks with PSV for what looks like a strategic loan move from Manchester United. His market value stands at €15 million, and the left-back is expected to rejuvenate his career with more game time.
Eintracht Frankfurt announced the acquisition of forward Michy Batshuayi from Galatasaray just before the Bundesliga window closed. It was confirmed Batshuayi will help fill the gap left by Omar Marmoush’s recent shift to Manchester City for €70 million, joining Frankfurt for €3 million plus add-ons.
The day's excitement didn't stop there. According to reports from Sky, Willian is on the verge of making a return to Fulham after leaving the club previously, where he tallied nine goals over 58 appearances. The 36-year-old winger is expected to bring experience back to the Craven Cottage club.
Axel Disasi is set to join Aston Villa on loan, according to sources, stating he strongly prefers this move over Tottenham's offer. Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund confirmed they have signed Chelsea's Carney Chukwuemeka on loan, with the deal including an option to buy worth around £40 million.
Interestingly, Aston Villa confirmed Kosta Nedeljkovic’s loan to RB Leipzig this summer, providing the young defender with another chance at first-team action, and reuniting him with his prior club. His exit marks just one of many shifts among promising talents aiming to secure more consistent game time.
There were also discussions around other notable players, with Fulham reportedly approaching AC Milan's Samuel Chukwueze for potential signing negotiations. With the clock ticking, the deadline day has necessitated swift actions within clubs eager to reinforce their squads.
Marco Assensio has also landed at Aston Villa on loan from Paris St-Germain, following his important stint with the top club during previous seasons. All eyes are on how these transactions will shift dynamics within the club’s tactics and positions.
Rewind to early reports of Manchester United turning down Como's approach for promising striker Gabriele Biancheri as they look to protect one of their valuable assets, underscoring the cutthroat nature of today's football transfer market.
Before the deadline strikes, players like Joao Felix and Marco Ampadu, who have been featured heavily in talks, are still awaiting confirmation on their respective loan moves, promising to add to the drama surrounding the final hours.
All in all, January 2025 has been wildly entertaining for fans and clubs alike as they strategize to structure their squads to compete for honors. The significant activity on deadline day assures us of exciting months to come as these players find new homes.