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Manchester United are closing in on an interim boss after a week with Michael Carrick set to return, while ex-Liverpool man Xabi Alonso has left Real Madrid and Tottenham pursue Conor Gallagher.
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- Updated 17:37, 13 Jan 2026
The biggest changes have been happening in the dugout rather than on the pitch this January. Real Madrid is the latest club to make a change, moving on Xabi Alonso. The Spaniard follows Ruben Amorim and Enzo Maresca in losing their jobs in 2026, with the ex-Liverpool player leaving after Real's Spanish Super Cup defeat to Barcelona.
At Old Trafford, Michael Carrick is closing in on the interim role after getting the nod ahead of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Some senior United players went to the hierarchy and made it clear they didn't have confidence in the Norwegian to get them back on track.
Tottenham are making moves to bring Conor Gallagher back to England as they negotiate a £35m deal with Atletico Madrid. Aston Villa were also keen, but it appears the north Londoners have edged ahead in the race. Elsewhere in London, West Ham ace Lucas Paqueta has told the club he wants to leave the capital and return to his homeland.
Mirror Football will keep you across all the speculation, rumors, and done deals.
17:37 KEY EVENT
Arsenal given fresh Guehi issue
Arsenal have been handed a fresh issue with Marc Guehi. According to Sky Sports, Bayern Munich has entered the race for his services.
Club chiefs have reportedly been making calls with the defender and his camp in an effort to convince him to move to the Allianz Arena in the summer.
17:05 Daniel Orme
Kante in Fenerbahce talks
Former Leicester and Chelsea star N'Golo Kante is reportedly closing in on a return to Europe. According to The Athletic, the Frenchman is in talks with Turkish side Fenerbahce. It is suggested that his current employers Al-Ittihad do not want to sell in January, but with Kante out of contract at the end of the season, they would be powerless to stop him negotiating a Bosman move.
16:34 Daniel Orme
Alonso speaks out
Former Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso has issued a statement in the aftermath of his exit from the club. He said: "This chapter of my career has come to an end, and it hasn't turned out as we would have liked. Coaching Real Madrid has been both an honor and a responsibility. I thank the club, the players, and above all, the fans and the Madridista community for their trust and support. I leave with respect, gratitude, and the pride of having done my best."
15:53 Nathan Ridley
DONE DEAL: Barcelona announce Cancelo return (again)
Second time's a charm. Barcelona have re-announced the return of Joao Cancelo on loan from Al-Hilal, having deleted their previous posts confirming the news this afternoon.
There are places you never forget. Welcome back to Barça, João.
15:39 Nathan Ridley
ICYMI: Carrick puts together Man Utd coaching team
Steve Holland, who was Gareth Southgate's right-hand man for England, is poised to join Manchester United as part of Michael Carrick's coaching staff.
It's also understood that Jonathan Woodgate, who worked with Carrick at Middlesbrough, and Jonny Evans will be part of the setup.
15:17 KEY EVENT
Arsenal set for windfall
Arsenal are set to pocket at least £2.5 million thanks to Nuno Tavares' impending move to Besiktas. Tavares, 25, only left Arsenal on a permanent basis in June, joining Italian giants Lazio for £6 million. The Gunners were able to insert a sell-on clause worth between 30 and 40 percent.
Tavares spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Lazio, making 30 appearances and providing nine assists. But this term, after Maurizio Sarri returned as manager, the left-back has fallen down the pecking order and been made available for transfer.
14:54 Nathan Ridley
Klopp open to Real Madrid job
Jurgen Klopp is open to becoming Real Madrid manager, according to Sky Sports. The Liverpool icon is currently Red Bull's head of global soccer and has a long-term contract with the company. However, the idea of coaching Real, who sacked Xabi Alonso yesterday, is said to hold a major appeal.
14:34 Nathan Ridley
Barcelona delete Cancelo signing announcements
Joao Cancelo's loan move from Al-Hilal was announced this afternoon before Barca deleted all of their posts on social media related to the transfer. It's emerged that not all of the relevant documents have been completed. The deal should still go through.
14:12 Nathan Ridley
DONE DEALS: Newcastle duo loaned to Bradford City
Joe White and Harrison Ashby have joined League One side Bradford City on loan until the end of the season.
13:50 Samuel Meade
Man City prepared for double exit
Man City expect to lose John Stones and Nathan Ake at the end of the season as part of a defensive overhaul. Stones is out of contract at the Etihad and isn't expected to sign a new deal, while Ake has another year left. Their injury records have been a factor, and Pep Guardiola is eyeing the likes of Marc Guehi.
13:01 Samuel Meade
Chelsea eye £104m bid
Chelsea are keen to build their midfield around Real Madrid star Federcio Valverde and are ready to make a bid that they hope will turn heads at the Bernabeu. New boss Liam Rosenior is a big fan of the Uruguayan, who is considered "indispensable" at Real, but they will consider "unrealistic bids." Fichjaes report that this is in and around the £104m mark.
12:32 Samuel Meade
Bernardo has Italy offer
Man City captain Bernardo Silva could be leaving the club this month, with a move to Como potentially available to him. Sky Calcio Club claims that the Serie A side, managed by Cesc Fabregas, want to add the playmaker's experience and quality. Bernardo has frequently been linked with a move away from Manchester.
The 31-year-old midfielder has also been linked with a move to Galatasaray, although that would be in the summer when he is a free agent.
11:59 Samuel Meade
Man City's stance on Trafford
Man City will not let James Trafford leave on loan this month but admits that the goalkeeper could be on the move at the end of the season. Trafford has not appeared in the Premier League since August, having joined from Burnley in the summer, but the late arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma has hampered him. Pep Guardiola has said: "I would like him to stay for many, many years here because he has the attributes to play for a top club like us."
11:14 Samuel Meade
10:40 Samuel Meade
Juve rival Roma to Villa star
Juventus are ready to rival Roma in the hunt to sign Aston Villa forward Donyell Malen. Sky Italia reported that Malen was on the verge of signing for Roma on an initial loan deal, with an option to buy for a fee that exceeded £20m. However, the Old Lady has now entered the race and could leave Malen with a decision to make late on.
09:59 KEY EVENT
Carrick's coaching staff at Man Utd
The BBC is reporting that Steve Holland, the former England assistant who was Gareth Southgate's right-hand man, will be working as Michael Carrick's No 2 in Manchester. It is also understood that Jonathan Woodgate and Jonny Evans will be on the staff.
09:41 Samuel Meade
Liverpool's next move
Liverpool's focus is on the center of their defense, with several players reaching the end of their deals. The most obvious is Ibrahima Konate, who is on track to exit due to his contract expiring. There has been no positive news yet on a new deal, reports the Athletic. Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez currently have their contracts ending 12 months later.
09:17 Samuel Meade
Carrick eyeing up Man Utd assistant
Michael Carrick is keen to bring in Jonathan Woodgate as part of his coaching staff at Man United ahead of his interim spell at Old Trafford, which is set to be announced. Carrick has beaten Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the race to lead the Red Devils for the remainder of the season and is already thinking about who could assist him. Ex-Leeds player Woodgate is among those on his radar.
08:44 Samuel Meade
West Ham will push back on Paqueta request
West Ham are determined to keep Lucas Paqueta at the club despite the midfielder's desire to move back to Brazil. The former Lyon star is keen to head back home, and Flamengo want to re-sign their former player this month. They are ready to table a £30m bid, but his sale could further anger the Hammers faithful.
08:00 Samuel Meade
Dembele says NO to PSG
Ousmane Dembele is set to turn down PSG's offer of a new contract, seeking a mammoth pay day. The forward enjoyed a career high last year, winning both the Ballon d'Or and the FIFA Best award after lifting the Champions League in May. French outlet Footmercato report that Dembele is demanding double what PSG have put on the table, which could lead to a drawn-out contract saga.
07:26 Samuel Meade
Newcastle confirm new deal
Newcastle have confirmed that Sven Botman has signed a new deal with the club until the summer of 2030. He said: "I’m really happy to sign this contract. This club has given me so much in the last three-and-a-half years."
06:56 Samuel Meade
Werner poised for MLS switch
Former Chelsea forward Timo Werner is close to joining MLS side San Jose Earthquakes. The German will move to the USA on a permanent deal after being told he does not feature in the plans of RB Leipzig, which continues his demise in Europe, according to The Athletic.
06:28 KEY EVENT
Tottenham leading race for Gallagher
Tottenham are closing in on the signing of Atletico Madrid star Conor Gallagher. Mirror Football revealed yesterday that Spurs stepped up their pursuit for the former Chelsea midfielder despite strong interest from Premier League rivals Aston Villa. The north Londoners are on the brink of agreeing a transfer worth around £34.7 million, with Villa never striking a formal deal with the Spanish giants.
It's understood Atletico preferred to sell the 25-year-old permanently this month rather than a loan with a view or obligation to buy in the summer. Gallagher has struggled for regular first-team action under Diego Simeone this season, making just four starts in the league, and he is now keen on a return to the Premier League.
06:28 KEY EVENT
Alonso gone at Real
Real Madrid have removed Xabi Alonso from his role, just seven months after he became their head coach. All has not been well during his tenure, and after the Spanish Super Cup loss, he's left his gig with Alvaro Arbeloa coming in to replace him.
06:28 Samuel Meade
Morning
We're back to bring you all the latest after yet more managerial changes late on Monday night! Stay tuned as we bring you the fallout, the news, gossip, and any done deals.
