PSG forward Edinson Cavani
PSG forward Edinson Cavani

Transfer news: Ten moves backed to happen before the end of the January window


The January transfer window is in full swing with Premier League and Sky Bet EFL clubs having just ten more days to complete signings.

We've already seen some big moves happen. Tottenham bolstered their midfield with the addition of Gedson Fernandes from Benfica, Ignacio Pussetto made the switch to Watford while Liverpool welcomed Takumi Minamino.

On the continent, Erling Braut Haaland caught the headlines as the superstar made a £19.2m switch from Red Bull Salzburg to Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund - where he netted a hat-trick on his debut.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned to AC Milan from LA Galaxy and Juventus splashed out £29.7m on Atalanta's Dejan Kulusevski.

With time ticking away, what other deals could we see this month? Using odds from Sky Bet, we take a look at ten transfers that have been backed to happen.


Bruno Fernandes to Manchester United

Sky Bet odds: 4/11

Sporting midfielder Bruno Fernandes
Sporting midfielder Bruno Fernandes

A transfer that has been discussed across numerous windows looks like it could finally reach a conclusion before the end of January.

The Sporting midfielder has been a long-term target for United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to add extra numbers to his squad in the winter window.

However, recent reports suggest that a deal could be held up due to bonus payments owed to some of those involved in the process.

The 25-year-old has made 16 appearances in Liga NOS this season, scoring eight goals and assisting a further seven.


Christian Eriksen to Inter Milan

Sky Bet odds: 1/7

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Christian Eriksen currently divides opinion and his future at Tottenham continues to be uncertain with his contract due to expire in the summer.

Inter have been linked with a January move and there's every possibility that he will end up in Serie A - an increasingly popular path for players looking to move out of the Premier League.

Reports say that a deal could be finalised before the end of the month with Inter keen on bringing him to the club now as opposed to the summer.

Initially touted as a loan-to-buy deal, it appears that the Italian club could offer cash up front to get a deal over the line.


Edinson Cavani to Chelsea

Sky Bet odds: 2/1

Edinson Cavani has handed in a transfer request at PSG
Edinson Cavani has handed in a transfer request at PSG

Chelsea are free to spend once again after their transfer ban was brought to an end.

It has been a quiet month for Frank Lampard's men though and the striker department is one area of the pitch that could be pointed when it comes to needing improvement.

Tammy Abraham has been in fine form but it's the lack of depth beyond him that has proven problematic. Michy Batshuayi has been involved more but has managed just one Premier League goal this season while Olivier Giroud has been told he can leave.

Frank Lampard also refused to rule out a move to bring Edinson Cavani to Stamford Bridge this month.

"He's a great player; I played against him and always loved his mentality and attitude, and his scoring record speaks for itself," said Lampard.

"I'm not absolutely aware of what the situation is, so we'll see.

"The idea of bringing in experience is something I'm certainly not absolutely looking away from, because sometimes the young players need a little bit of help, and if that's the case then that may help us."


Thomas Lemar to Arsenal

Sky Bet odds: 8/11

Thomas Lemar has been linked with Arsenal
Thomas Lemar has been linked with Arsenal

Another name that has long been linked with a move to the Premier League; Arsenal remain odds-on favourites to secure the signature of Thomas Lemar.

The 24-year-old has made 15 appearances for Atletico Madrid in LaLiga this season but has failed to find the net.

Reports recently surfaced again that stated Arsenal have gone back in with a bid for a player that was first on their radar in 2018.

Even with a managerial change, Mikel Arteta is said to remain interested in a possible deal but the Gunners' big-money acquisition of Nicolas Pepe in the summer places some doubt on this one.


Krzysztof Piatek to Tottenham

Sky Bet odds: 8/11

AC Milan forward Krzysztof Piatek
AC Milan forward Krzysztof Piatek

Tottenham are looking to bring in a striker before the end of January after an injury to Harry Kane is likely to keep him out for the remainder of the campaign.

Piatek, currently at AC Milan, has been linked but recent reports suggest that talks between the two parties have stalled in the past few days.

The 24-year-old has scored four goals in 18 Serie A games this season but has been on the bench for their previous two games as transfer rumours continue to circulate.

Manchester United and Newcastle have also been credited as interested parties.


Max Aarons to Tottenham

Sky Bet odds: 4/7

Max Aarons could be an option for Spurs at right-back
Max Aarons could be an option for Spurs at right-back

Another name linked with Tottenham this month and a player who fits the mould for what they would be after.

The youngster has enjoyed his breakthrough with Norwich and suits Spurs' recent policy of buying young talents who can develop - Jack Clarke and Ryan Sessegnon being two examples.

The emergence of Japhet Tanganga has eased Spurs' issues on the right-side of defence but they will be cautious not to throw him in too much at such an early stage in his career.

Aarons has been a regular in the Norwich defence during the current season and their successful campaign in the Sky Bet Championship so would be viewed as a capable signing.


Andre Gray to Leeds

Sky Bet odds: 1/6

Andre Gray could move to Leeds in January
Andre Gray could move to Leeds in January

Leeds have been on the hunt for a new striker following Eddie Nketiah's departure as he was recalled by Arsenal.

They were chasing Southampton's Che Adams, and remain hopeful of a deal, but Watford's Andre Gray is another name on their wishlist.

The Whites have reportedly been offered Gray on-loan for the remainder of the season. A £2m loan fee is the price but an issue could come with his current wages and how that will be structured.

Marcelo Bielsa has made no secret of his desire to replace Nketiah and Gray seems to fit the bill for what they want. Leeds are the heavy favourites to get this one done by the end of January.


Glenn Murray to Nottingham Forest

Sky Bet odds: 4/5

Glenn Murray has been linked with a move away from Brighton this month
Glenn Murray has been linked with a move away from Brighton this month

Nottingham Forest are in a similar situation to Leeds. They are after another striker but one that necessarily won't come in and be the first choice.

Rafa Mir played back-up to Lewis Grabban but he has since gone back to Wolves. Grabban continues to score goals at Championship level but depth is needed as they mount a charge to the Premier League.

Brighton's Glenn Murray is on their wishlist and a deal they have reportedly been actively pursuing. The veteran forward finds himself behind Neal Maupay and Aaron Connolly in the Seagulls' pecking order.


Marouane Fellaini to West Ham

Sky Bet odds: 4/6

Marouane Fellaini celebrates after scoring for Belgium v Egypt
Marouane Fellaini could be on his way back to the Premier League

A potential reunion with David Moyes? Well, West Ham find themselves as the favourites to bring in Marouane Fellaini before the end of the window.

The midfielder played under Moyes at both Everton and Manchester United but is now at Shandong Luneng Taishan in the Chinese Super League.

The Hammers are reportedly on the lookout for midfield options over the next week and Fellaini could be a name of interest.


Merih Demiral to Leicester

Sky Bet odds: 8/11

Merih Demiral has been linked with a Premier League move
Merih Demiral has been linked with a Premier League move

Leicester already have one Turkish star in Çağlar Söyüncü and they could add another before the end of the month as Juventus' Merih Demiral has been linked.

The 21-year-old centre-back has been limited to just five appearances for Juventus in Serie A this season with one goal on his tally, that coming in the 2-1 victory over Roma.

This move looked like one that could happen but an injury picked up in that win has seen him ruled out for the remainder of the season.

This could be a deal that the Foxes revisit in the summer.


Odds correct at 1035 GMT (21/01/20)

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