Transfer news LIVE: Mbappe latest, Martial row 'resolved'

Welcome to the 90min Tuesday live transfer blog – the place that will keep you up to date with the breaking news throughout the day.

We're over halfway through the January window now, but only a handful of high profile deals have been completed thus far as clubs look to either hold on to or extract maximum value from players they let go.

Ferran Torres, Philippe Coutinho and Lucas Digne are the windows big movers to date, but expect plenty of late business to keep us entertained right up until deadline day.

For now, follow the live blog below to get all the latest news.


Today's top stories


Live transfer blog

3:55pm - PSV make Nat Phillips approach

Eredivisie giants PSV Eindhoven have made an approach for Liverpool defender Nat Phillips, Football Insider claim.

The centre back enjoyed plenty of game time last season due to the Reds' catastrophic injury issues, but with Virgil van Dijk and Joel Matip playing regularly again with the likes of Ibrahima Konate and Joe Gomez in reserve, Phillips' opportunities this term have been slim.


3:36pm - Conte on Tottenham's transfer plans

Tottenham have been linked with a number of players this window but they are yet to bring anyone in. That lack of activity appears to have irked manager Antonio Conte, as he has urged those above him to "do something".

He said: "I know that the transfer window in January is always very difficult and it is more simple when you start the season to buy important players. In January it is not easy, but at the same time we know very well that if there is the opportunity and also if it's not the best opportunity, but we need to do something."


2:50pm - Everton manager latest

Everton are working hard to find a successor to Rafa Benitez, but 90min understands that club legend Duncan Ferguson wants to be considered for the role on a permanent basis.

The Scot is in caretaker charge once more after Benitez's departure, but this time round wants the club's hierarchy to place their faith in long-term. The players are also keen for him to be given a go. More on that here.


2:30pm - Frank speaks on Eriksen links

Brentford boss Thomas Frank kept his cards close to his chest when asked about a possible move for Christian Eriksen. The Bees are understood to have offered him a six-month contract.

"I can tell you Christian is a really good player, everyone knows he's a top Danish player. I've worked with him in the past, he needs to find a club.

"I love to speak about players who are in-house, running around on our training pitch. I don't think I should discuss him - maybe I should discuss Messi and Ronaldo, but besides that I'm not talking about it too much."


2:15pm - Pogba to influence Mbappe future?

ESPN claim that PSG's bid to tie Kylian Mbappe could hinge on whether or not a summer move for Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is successful.

Mbappe is widely expected to leave for Real Madrid this summer, with his contract expiring in the summer, but PSG are yet to give up hope of convincing him to stay. Pogba's signing has been floated as a reason to stay, coupled with the possible arrival of Franck Kessie from Milan.

Those signings, along with the appointment of Zinedine Zidane as boss, may persuade Mbappe that PSG are heading in the right direction and will regularly challenge for the Champions League.


1:55pm - Rangnick defuses Martial row

Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick says he considers the fallout with Anthony Martial to be "resolved" after meeting with the player.

The German alleged that Martial had asked to be left out of the squad to face Aston Villa, which the 26-year-old swiftly denied in a post on social media. He's seeking regular first team football and has already made it known via his agent that he wishes to pursue a move away from Old Trafford.

Confirming the pair had spoken, Rangnick said: "I had a conversation with him on Sunday. The matter is now resolved.

"I mean, I'm here now for six weeks," he said "All the things that needed to be said, I said after the press conference.

"He didn't train yesterday and the day before yesterday. He will probably train today and after training I will then take the decision if he is nominated or not [for the squad]. Let's see what will happen there."

Martial had a recent spat with Ralf Rangnick | Eric Alonso/GettyImages

1:25pm - Transfer rumours

If you missed a round-up of all the morning's rumours, you can fill your boots here on the stories dominating Europe's headlines.


1:00pm - West Ham eye Szalai

West Ham's need to bring in a new central defender was evidenced by Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Leeds, and it appears the club are trying their best to strengthen.

Kurt Zouma is closing on a return from injury but Sky Sports report that tabs are being kept on Fenerbahce's Attila Szalai. The 23-year-old is also of interest to Newcastle, no surprise there, while he's previously been tipped to join Chelsea.


12:15pm - Barcelona's five player left-back shortlist

Barcelona may be in the depths of financial despair, but they are still making plans and tracking transfer targets in a bid to bolster Xavi's squad.

One priority is thought to be cover for Jordi Alba at left-back. Five players have today been named as possible signings, including Manchester United full-back Alex Telles. Whether or not Barça move for him, or anybody else, could be dependent on Sergino Dest departing the club.


12:00pm - Ramsey to Newcastle?

9:05am - Camavinga 'would join' Liverpool

That's the claim from Spain this morning, even though Eduardo Camavinga only joined Real Madrid from Rennes in the summer.

The 19-year-old was previously a target for Liverpool and ABC suggest that he's willing to make the move now after failing to settle at the Bernabeu.


8:45am - Man Utd lead Milinkovic-Savic race

Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is no stranger to being linked with Manchester United, and his name has again come to light in the Italian press.

The Red Devils are said to be 'leading the race' to sign the 26-year-old, although they face competition for his signature from Juventus and Inter. For what it's worth, Lazio are likely to demand in excess of €80m (£65m) if they are to consider selling.

Thanks to Il Messaggero for that one.


8.25am - Premier League trio hunt Araujo

Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea are said to be pursuing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo, who is yet to sign a significant contract at Camp Nou.

The Premier League trio's financial muscle could price financially troubled Barça out of a renewal, with any new contract likely to see Araujo healthily rewarded for his breakthrough.


8:20am - Howe pushing for Carlos & Ekitike

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe wants the club to follow through and execute their ambitious January transfer plans.

The Magpies have held countless meetings to outline their commitment to strengthening the squad, but are finding it hard to conclude deals for several targets. Kieran Trippier and Chris Wood are over the line, but moves for the likes of Diego Carlos and Hugo Ekitike are dragging their feet.


8:10am - Brentford eye double deal

Brentford are hoping to wrap up deals for Championship duo Brennan Johnson and Keane Lewis-Potter before the end of the January transfer window.

90min understands that the Bees are working hard to bring in a few players before the end of the month, with Thomas Frank looking to strengthen his squad to ensure Premier League survival.


8.05am - Good morning!

We're back on the live transfer blog, time to strap in for another day of relentless gossip, speculation and maybe even some done deals...


Source : 90min