Soccer / Football Transfers

9.1.26 Lazio

Lazio have officially completed the signing of 22-year-old striker Petar Ratkov from RB Salzburg on a long-term contract. The Serbian forward arrives as a replacement for Taty Castellanos, who recently joined West Ham United, with reports suggesting a transfer fee of around €13 million. Ratkov scored 12 goals in 29 appearances this season and attracted interest from several European clubs before Lazio moved quickly to secure his signature.

9.1.26 Fenerb.

French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi has completed a high-profile transfer from Lazio to Fenerbahce in a deal worth €28 million plus €2 million in add-ons. The 26-year-old has signed a contract running through the 2029/30 season, making it one of the largest transfers of the January window and among the biggest in Fenerbahce's history. Guendouzi, who previously played for Arsenal before reviving his career at Marseille and Lazio, recently returned to the France national team in 2024.

8.1.26 Frankfurt

Nottingham Forest forward Arnaud Kalimuendo has joined Eintracht Frankfurt on loan until the end of the season in search of regular playing time. The 23-year-old made 14 appearances for Forest this campaign, scoring twice, but struggled for consistent opportunities in the Premier League. Kalimuendo brings proven scoring pedigree from Ligue 1, having netted 34 goals in three seasons with Rennes after earlier loan spells at Lens.

8.1.26 Porto

Seventeen-year-old Polish winger Oskar Pietuszewski has completed a €10 million move from Jagiellonia Bialystok to Porto, signing a four-year contract. Pietuszewski, who debuted for Jagiellonia at just 16 in the Europa League, quickly became a first-team regular thanks to his pace, technique, and dribbling. The highly rated youngster joins fellow Poles Jan Bednarek and Jakub Kiwior at Porto.

7.1.26 Mainz

Mainz have completed the permanent signing of Congolese forward Silas Katompa Mvumpa from Stuttgart, though the length of his contract was not disclosed. Sporting director Niko Bungert praised Silas' pace, dribbling ability and goal threat, while the player expressed his excitement about returning to Bundesliga action and contributing to Mainz's attacking play.

6.1.26 West Ham

West Ham have completed the signing of striker Valentin "Taty" Castellanos from Lazio on a four-and-a-half-year contract, with the option of an additional year, for an undisclosed fee. The 27-year-old Argentina international joined Lazio in 2023, scoring 22 goals and registering 16 assists in 98 appearances. Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo identified Castellanos as a key January target.

5.1.26 St. Pauli

St. Pauli have brought in goalkeeper Emil Gazdov on loan from Montreal until June 30, with an option to make the move permanent at the end of the season. The 20-year-old Canadian joins the Hamburg-based side after gaining professional experience in the Canadian Premier League and previous time in Germany with Nurnberg's academy.

4.1.26 West Ham

West Ham have completed the signing of Brazilian forward Pablo Felipe from Portuguese side Gil Vicente as they look to boost their survival hopes. Felipe arrives in strong form after scoring 10 league goals from just 23 shots this season. His signing comes with the Hammers sitting 18th in the Premier League, four points from safety, and follows Niclas Fullkrug's loan move to AC Milan after an injury-hit spell in London.

4.1.26 Miami

Inter Miami have signed Argentine right back Facundo Mura as a free agent on a contract running through June 2029. The 26-year-old arrives after a successful spell with Racing Club, bringing significant experience with 200 career appearances, multiple domestic and continental titles, and youth international experience with Argentina.

3.1.26 Palace

Brennan Johnson moves from Tottenham to Crystal Palace for a reported £35 million, a club-record fee. The 24-year-old winger has seen limited minutes at Spurs this season. Palace boss Oliver Glasner expects Johnson to boost their attack immediately, with key players unavailable.

3.1.26 Celtic

Celtic have loaned defender Julian Araujo from Bournemouth for the rest of the season, marking manager Wilfried Nancy's first signing. The 24-year-old Mexican, capable at full-back and wing-back, is expected to feature in Celtic's 3-4-3 setup.

2.1.26 Aston Villa

Aston Villa have completed the signing of 19-year-old winger Alysson Edward from Gremio. The Brazilian made 31 Serie A appearances last season, scoring once and providing two assists, and becomes Unai Emery's first signing of the January transfer window. Alysson joins a strong Villa attacking group as the club sit third in the Premier League ahead of their Jan. 3 match against Nottingham Forest.

2.1.26 St. Pauli

St. Pauli have completed the signing of Japan international centre-back Tomoya Ando from Avispa Fukuoka on an undisclosed deal. The 26-year-old, a three-time capped international who helped Japan win the 2024/25 East Asian Championship, made 42 appearances in 2025 and brings versatility across a back three.

1.1.26 Newcastle

Newcastle United have ended Antonio Cordero's loan spell at Belgian club KVC Westerlo after a disappointing stint in which the 19-year-old made eight appearances and no league starts. The Magpies confirmed that Cordero will now join Spanish side Cadiz on loan for the remainder of the 2025/26 season, returning to a league he knows well.

1.1.26 Chicago

Chicago Fire have signed goalkeeper Josh Cohen via free agency on a contract running through June 2027, with an option for the 2027-28 season. The 33-year-old spent the past two seasons with Atlanta United and adds experienced depth behind starter Chris Brady. Fire coach Gregg Berhalter said Cohen's experience, which includes UEFA Champions League action with Maccabi Haifa, will strengthen competition and stability in the club's goalkeeping group.

31.12.25 Montreal

Montreal have signed 21-year-old midfielder Ivan Losenko on loan from Ukrainian giants Shakhtar Donetsk. The former Ukraine youth international is under contract through 2026, with renewal options covering the 2027 and 2028 MLS seasons, and a permanent transfer option available after those renewals. Shakhtar retain a buy-back clause as part of the deal. Losenko has recorded two goals and one assist in 32 club appearances in Ukraine and has represented his country at the U16, U19, and U21 levels.

30.12.25 Barcelona

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen will be sidelined for around four months after suffering a partial ACL tear in training, opening the door for the club to register a replacement under La Liga rules. However, Barcelona are in no rush to act and will only submit the required medical report if they decide to enter the January transfer market. With the centre-back situation delicate but manageable for now, the club are assessing available options and will use up to 80% of Christensen's salary only if a suitable signing emerges.

25.12.25 Barcelona

Barcelona are undecided about signing a defender in January to cover for Andreas Christensen but have already outlined key targets for the summer of 2026. The club's top priority is a new centre-back, followed by reinforcements in attack, with plans to add both a winger and a centre-forward as part of a broader squad overhaul.