Transfer news LIVE: The January transfer window is currently in progress, with clubs making deals and finalizing moves. Arsenal has identified Ivan Toney as their top target for this window and has been informed that it will cost them at least £100m to acquire him from Brentford. Chelsea is also interested in the striker but will need to sell several players from their large squad to raise the necessary funds.
Meanwhile, Tottenham has signed Pape Matar Sarr to a six-year contract after an impressive season and is now eyeing Genoa defender Radu Dragusin. Spurs are reportedly close to completing a £25m deal to bring the 21-year-old center-back to the Premier League, although Napoli has also shown interest in the Romanian.
In other news, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is asserting his influence at Old Trafford following his recent minority takeover. The billionaire is now responsible for football operations and is looking to bring in Dan Ashworth, the current chief of Newcastle United, to replace John Murtough as sporting director. Ashworth has made a positive impression during his previous roles with the FA, Brighton, and Newcastle, and Ratcliffe is willing to pay any amount necessary to secure his services.
