The January transfer window is in full swing, with Premier League clubs across the country scrambling to strengthen their squads. Daily Mail Sport brings you the latest developments, including a significant move from West Ham United and scouting missions from the North East.
West Ham Target Brazilian Goalkeeper
West Ham United have launched an ambitious loan bid with an option to buy for Brazilian international goalkeeper Bento. The Hammers have sent an offer to Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr for the 26-year-old shot-stopper, who made his senior debut for Brazil against England in 2024.
The proposed deal would see Bento arrive at the London Stadium on loan, with a permanent transfer option set at £10 million. This move forms part of West Ham's ongoing recruitment drive this month, which has already seen them secure the £25.2 million signing of striker Taty Castellanos from Lazio on a four-and-a-half-year deal.
Newcastle and Liverpool's Scouting Missions
In the North East, Newcastle United are keeping a close watch on emerging talent. The Magpies are among the clubs to have checked on Wolves' 18-year-old star Mateus Mane, who became their youngest-ever Premier League goalscorer in a 3-0 win over West Ham last weekend.
Newcastle are also expected to push ahead with a bid for Toulouse defender Dayann Methalie, despite the 19-year-old recently undergoing knee surgery. Meanwhile, striker William Osula is attracting interest from Aston Villa and Eintracht Frankfurt.
Liverpool are closing in on a deal for Senegalese youth international defender Mor Ndiaye. The left-sided centre-back, who played at the recent Under-17 World Championships in Qatar, currently plays for Amitié FC in Senegal. He is set to arrive as an under-21 development player if the deal is completed.
In other Anfield news, the club has had no contact from Juventus regarding a move to re-sign attacker Federico Chiesa, despite speculation. The 28-year-old Italian has started just two Premier League games since his £12.5 million move in 2024.
Defensive Moves and Loan Deals Across the League
Interest in Manchester City's Nathan Ake from Barcelona and Crystal Palace is likely to be scuppered due to defensive injury problems at the Etihad. City have suffered injuries to Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias, making Ake's departure improbable. Consequently, City are exploring a deal for Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi.
In other loan movements, Crystal Palace forward Romain Esse is close to joining Championship high-flyers Coventry City on loan until the season's end. Out-of-favour Burnley defender Quilindschy Hartman, 24, is also emerging as a target for Turkish side Besiktas.
Bournemouth are preparing for the potential £65 million departure of Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City by considering replacements, including Stoke City winger Sorba Thomas. Brentford, meanwhile, are showing interest in Manchester City's 19-year-old defender Juma Bah, who is currently on loan at Nice.
