Transfer Buzz: Man City Targets Anderson as Man Utd Pursues Serie A Defender

Transfer news LIVE: Man City want Anderson, Man Utd join race for Serie A star defender
Transfer news LIVE: Man City want Anderson, Man Utd join race for Serie A star defender

January 13th

Transfer news LIVE: Man City want Anderson, Man Utd join race for Serie A star defender

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The January transfer window has officially opened, sparking a flurry of rumours as clubs strategize their moves. Teams are diligently working behind the scenes to identify potential targets and assess their budgets.

Managers are consistently evaluating their rosters while sporting directors and recruitment teams scour the market for viable deals. The rumour mill is gaining momentum, and we’ve gathered some of the most significant current transfer stories. Check out the full listing below.

Today’s Key Transfer Stories

Manchester City is reportedly eager to invest further in Premier League talents in 2026. Recent reports from England suggest that the former champions are contemplating a move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, potentially in either the January or summer transfer window.

Aston Villa is looking to create room for new acquisitions by offloading some players this month. One player on the chopping block is winger Donyell Malen, with Italian reports indicating that the Netherlands international is set to be loaned to Roma, which includes an option for a permanent transfer in the summer.

Although Manchester United is uncertain about their next manager, this has not hindered their plans in the transfer market. According to recent reports, the Old Trafford club has entered the race to acquire Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemović, who is also attracting interest from several Premier League teams, as well as Inter Milan and Juventus.