Football Transfer Roundup: Klopp’s Departure, Barcelona’s Plans, and Major Signings Across Europe

The departure of the German coach from Liverpool at the end of the season has marked this final Friday of January. Let’s review the most notable news and key movements.

Top Stories in Spain

1. Real Madrid Explores Alternatives for Forward Position: If unable to secure Kylian Mbappé or Erling Haaland, Real Madrid considers Argentine forward Lautaro Martínez as a potential option.
2. Xavi Hernandez’s Distance from FC Barcelona Continues: Xavi’s departure from FC Barcelona does not seem imminent, and he may complete the season. Thiago Motta emerges as a potential alternative.
3. Atlético Madrid Secures Midfielder Arthur Vermeeren: The Madrid team completes the signing of Belgian midfielder Arthur Vermeeren from Antwerp, beating competition from other major clubs.
4. De Laurentiis Nudges Victor Osimhen toward Real Madrid: Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis acknowledges the likely departure of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, hinting at a move to Real Madrid.

Top Stories Abroad

1. Jürgen Klopp Announces Departure from Liverpool: Klopp will leave Anfield at the end of the season, initiating a new project for Liverpool. Xabi Alonso emerges as a top candidate for the managerial position.
2. Kalvin Phillips Chooses West Ham United: English midfielder Kalvin Phillips joins West Ham United on loan, despite previous links with Bayern Munich, Juventus, and FC Barcelona.
3. Juventus Could Seal Lucrative Sale: Forward Matías Soulé’s impressive loan spell at Frosinone attracts interest from Al-Ittihad, offering €30 million for his acquisition.
4. Manchester United and Bayern Munich Eye Denzel Dumfries: Both clubs monitor the situation of Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries, with a potential move if contract renewal talks fall through.

Official Transfers

1. Joni Montiel Leaves Valladolid: On loan from Rayo Vallecano, Joni Montiel concludes his stint with Real Valladolid and subsequently joins Burgos on loan.
2. Napoli Bolsters Midfield with Leander Dendoncker: Napoli secures the loan signing of Belgian midfielder Leander Dendoncker from Aston Villa.
3. Real Mallorca Welcomes Nacho Vidal: Right-back Nacho Vidal joins Real Mallorca after spells at Valencia and Osasuna, providing a short-term solution due to Pablo Maffeo’s injury.
4. Álvaro Medrán Joins Al-Ettifaq: Formerly of European football, Álvaro Medrán finds a new team with Al-Ettifaq.
5. Atlético Madrid Sells Ivo Grbic to Sheffield United: Backup goalkeeper Ivo Grbic moves to Sheffield United, aiming for a starting role.
6. Osasuna Loans Diego Moreno to Cartagena: Following Nacho Vidal, Osasuna sends Diego Moreno on loan to Cartagena.
7. AS Roma Nets €8 Million from Matías Viña’s Sale: Uruguayan defender Matías Viña heads to Flamengo, fetching an €8 million transfer fee for AS Roma.
8. AC Monza Secures Milan Djuric: Bosnian forward Milan Djuric arrives from Hellas Verona, signing a contract until 2026.
9. Brentford Strengthens Goalkeeping with Hákon Valdimarsson: Hákon Valdimarsson joins Brentford from Elfsborg, committing until 2028.
10. Barcelona Bolsters B Team with Naim García: Naim García arrives on loan from Leganés, reinforcing FC Barcelona’s B team.
11. Olympiacos Boosts Defense with David Carmo: David Carmo joins the Greek side from Porto, strengthening Olympiacos’ defensive lineup.
12. Tenerife Loans Elady Zorrilla to Huesca: Elady Zorrilla moves to Huesca on loan from Tenerife until the end of the season.
13. Brighton Recruits Young Talent Kamari Doyle: 18-year-old Kamari Doyle joins Brighton from Southampton.
14. Olympique de Marseille Lands Quentin Merlin: Left-back Quentin Merlin arrives from Nantes for around €12 million.