The 2022 January transfer window is closed, but there’s still plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Mahrez could be set for City exit
Four clubs are monitoring a potential move for Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez, says Foot Mercato.
The 31-year-old’s contract at the Etihad expires in 2023, with Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Chelsea all said to be interested and in contact with the Algeria international. Mahrez has won a number of trophies in his time with Man City, including two Premier League trophies, three League Cups and an FA Cup, but could look to make the move away.
The winger has played a more secondary role this season, though, starting predominantly in the Champions League and Carabao Cup. In the Premier League, he has made 22 appearances, scoring 10 goals and assisting four times.
Barcelona are said to be very keen on a move, with Mahrez seen as another potential option on the right of midfield. The Blaugrana have also been linked with a move for Leeds United’s Raphinha, with new boss Xavi keen on reinforcing his squad and preparing for the possibility of Ousmane Dembele leaving on a free transfer.
Real Madrid and PSG have followed the winger for a number of months, with his contract situation creating uncertainty surrounding his future. Any potential move by Chelsea may have been squandered by the club’s inability to sign players under their current sporting licence due to sanctions placed on owner Roman Abramovich.
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PAPER GOSSIP
– Philippe Coutinho has recaptured some of his best form since making the switch from Barcelona to Aston Villa on loan, scoring four and assisting three in 10 Premier League appearances so far.
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Source : espn
