Fri Jan 31 17:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Transfer Deadline Day Frenzy: Nkunku Wants Out, Tel’s Future Uncertain, and Man United’s Rashford Saga Continues
**London, England** – The European transfer window is slamming shut, and the final days are proving chaotic, with several high-profile players’ futures hanging in the balance.
Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku is reportedly determined to leave the club after limited playing time. The French international, signed for €60 million just 18 months ago, has informed Chelsea of his desire for a new challenge. Chelsea are willing to let him go if their asking price is met, with Manchester United potentially interested if Alejandro Garnacho departs. Nkunku is open to remaining in England or returning to Germany.
Meanwhile, the race for Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel is heating up. Despite initially wanting to stay, Tel’s lack of game time has prompted a change of heart, and he’s keen to move to a club where he can secure regular first-team football, preferably in the Champions League. Tottenham have had a €60 million bid accepted, but the player hasn’t committed yet. Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Marseille are also reportedly interested, but United’s pursuit is contingent on offloading Marcus Rashford first. Arsenal could consider Tel as an alternative to Ollie Watkins. Chelsea remain in the picture should Nkunku leave.
Manchester United’s own transfer activity is complex. They’re willing to consider offers for Christian Eriksen and Victor Lindelöf, while a loan move for Casemiro is possible, though unlikely given his lack of enthusiasm. The future of young striker Rasmus Højlund is also uncertain, as United can’t afford to lose multiple players without replacements. The club’s ongoing negotiations with Rashford, who wants to leave but faces significant financial hurdles, could go down to the wire.
Other notable transfer rumors include: Arsenal’s reported interest in Dusan Vlahovic as an alternative to Watkins; Manchester City’s potential loan move for Douglas Luiz from Juventus; Brighton’s Evan Ferguson attracting interest from several clubs, including a possible move to the Bundesliga; Chelsea defender Axel Disasi nearing a loan move to Aston Villa; Tottenham’s pursuit of Lille midfielder Angel Gomes; West Ham’s reported interest in Ricardo Pepi; and Newcastle United’s failed attempt to sign Take Kubo. Several South American clubs are also actively involved in last-minute negotiations.
The final hours of the transfer window promise to be filled with dramatic twists and turns as clubs scramble to finalize deals before the deadline.
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