Arsenal bombshell as shock Chelsea decision made: FootballTransfers recap

January 9, 2026

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Tom Weber

Up to date: 7 Jan 2026 21:15 GMT
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Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2025/26 — © IMAGO

Wednesday delivered loads of large storylines as Arsenal stormed into the race for one among Europe’s greatest abilities.

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Plus, Chelsea obtained a stunning replace on Mike Maignan and Man Utd closed in on the appointment of their subsequent (interim) head coach. There’s a lot to cowl, so let’s bounce proper in.

Arsenal barge into Diomande race

Arsenal have firmly entered the race for RB Leipzig celebrity Yan Diomande.

New Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has requested that the Blues rejoin the race for Mike Maignan, however it could already be too late.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is on the verge of returning to Man Utd as interim head coach.

Antoine Semenyo to Man Metropolis headlines the 5 high-profile offers that might be accomplished this week.

Celtic are “one step away” from signing Hajduk Cut up midfielder Niko Sigur.

Strasbourg president Marc Keller has admitted that he’s not totally pleased with the circumstances surrounding Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea transfer.

Nuno Tavares is absolutely anticipated to go away Lazio this month, and Arsenal will profit handsomely from his subsequent transfer.

West Ham have determined whether or not or to not sack Nuno Espirito Santo.

Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa is eager to return to Juventus this month.

Man Metropolis boss Pep Guardiola has paved the way in which for the arrival of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.

Chelsea have held inner talks over whether or not a summer time transfer for Actual Madrid celebrity Vinicius Jr may very well be possible.

Man Utd are monitoring wantaway Leipzig defender El Chadaille Bitshiabu.

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