🚨 Liverpool & Man United Battle for Wharton | Mateta to Milan Confirmed

Happy Thursday! Welcome to today's Transfer News Podcast newsletter. We're tracking all the major moves and rumors as the Premier League transfer window heats up. From midfield battles to confirmed deals, there's plenty to unpack today.

Liverpool are set to rival Manchester United for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton in what could become one of the window's most intriguing transfer battles. Both Premier League giants are circling one of English football's most promising young talents.

With Michael Carrick managing United in interim mode, the competition for Wharton's signature adds an extra layer of intrigue. The 20-year-old midfielder has been impressive for Palace, showcasing the technical ability and maturity that's attracted two of England's biggest clubs.

FPL Impact: If Wharton moves to Liverpool or United, he could become a valuable budget midfielder option with increased attacking returns in a top-six side. Monitor his minutes and role if this transfer materializes.

Jean-Philippe Mateta has agreed a transfer from Crystal Palace to AC Milan, ending his productive spell at Selhurst Park. Oliver Glasner now faces the urgent task of finding a replacement, especially with multiple clubs having shown interest in his striker.

The move comes after Nottingham Forest made a £35 million bid for Mateta before his Milan agreement was finalized. That substantial offer shows the value Forest placed on the French forward, though they've ultimately missed out.

Aston Villa were also interested in Mateta, but the Milan agreement complicates matters for Unai Emery, who is actively looking at his attacking options.

FPL Impact: Remove Mateta from your squads immediately. Palace assets become less attractive until we see who replaces him. Monitor Palace's attacking structure under Glasner for potential value picks.

Curtis Jones Loan Interest

Inter Milan want Curtis Jones on loan for the remainder of the season. Arne Slot faces a decision about squad depth versus providing the young midfielder with valuable Serie A playing time. Jones has struggled for consistent minutes at Liverpool this season, making a temporary move potentially beneficial for his development.

FPL Impact: Jones owners should consider moving him on. His minutes have been inconsistent, and a loan move would remove him from FPL relevance entirely.

Trent Alexander-Arnold Updates

Despite earlier speculation, there will be no Real Madrid exit for Trent Alexander-Arnold this window. The right-back is staying put at Liverpool for now, though Manchester City are keeping tabs on his situation. Pep Guardiola is always looking ahead, though prising Trent away from Anfield would be quite the coup.

FPL Impact: Trent remains a premium defensive asset. His set-piece duties and attacking threat make him essential for Liverpool coverage. At his price point, he delivers consistent returns and should remain in your squads.

Andy Robertson to Tottenham?

Tottenham, now under Thomas Frank, could pay just £5 million for Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson. The Scottish international might be tempted by regular football as he enters the latter stages of his career. That's a remarkably low fee for a player of Robertson's quality and experience.

FPL Impact: Robertson's FPL stock has declined this season with reduced attacking returns. If he moves to Spurs for guaranteed minutes under Frank, he could become an interesting differential at a lower price point. Watch this space.

Ibrahima Konate Contract Situation

Ibrahima Konate's contract situation at Liverpool remains unsettled. Arne Slot will want clarity on the French defender's future sooner rather than later. Contract uncertainty could impact his playing time and long-term FPL appeal.

FPL Impact: Konate has been solid when fit but faces competition from other Liverpool defenders. His contract situation adds uncertainty. Consider Van Dijk as the safer Liverpool defensive option.

Mohamed Salah Saudi Interest

Mohamed Salah remains a prime target for the Saudi Pro League. The Egyptian superstar continues to attract enormous interest from the Middle East, though Liverpool will be desperate to keep their talisman.

FPL Impact: Salah remains Liverpool's most essential FPL asset. Until a move is confirmed, he's unmovable from your squads. His goal contributions and bonus points make him worth every penny of his premium price.

Marc Guehi Target

Manchester City are preparing an offer for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. Pep Guardiola is looking to strengthen his defensive options with one of England's most promising centre-backs. Guehi has been outstanding for Palace and represents exactly the type of ball-playing defender City favor.

FPL Impact: If Guehi joins City, he enters the defensive rotation at the Etihad. While he'd gain clean sheet potential, rotation could limit his minutes. Palace assets would take another hit after losing both Mateta and potentially Guehi.

Anderson Signing

City have also made a move for Anderson, showing their typical transfer window activity across multiple positions. Guardiola continues to refresh his squad with young talent.

FPL Impact: New signings at City typically need time to adapt to Guardiola's system. Unless Anderson shows immediate impact, he's unlikely to be FPL relevant in the short term.

Marcus Rashford's Barcelona Future

Marcus Rashford, currently on loan at Barcelona, reportedly wants to stay at the Catalan club permanently. The forward has found his form in Spain and appears keen to make the temporary move lasting.

FPL Impact: Rashford is no longer FPL relevant while on loan. If he returns to United, reassess based on his role under Carrick or a new permanent manager. His Barcelona form suggests he could rediscover his best if he returns.

Oliver Glasner Managerial Target

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is reportedly on Manchester United's radar as they consider permanent managerial options. Glasner has impressed at Selhurst Park, and United are doing their homework on potential candidates.

FPL Impact: Managerial changes always impact FPL. If Glasner moves to United, monitor how it affects both clubs' playing styles and asset values. United's attacking players could benefit from his approach.

Enzo Fernandez Available

Chelsea are open to selling Enzo Fernandez, which is remarkable given the massive £106.8 million fee they paid for him just over a year ago. Liam Rosenior appears ready to reshape his midfield significantly, and moving on the Argentine World Cup winner shows the scale of Chelsea's rebuild.

FPL Impact: Fernandez hasn't justified his FPL price this season with limited attacking returns. If he leaves, it opens midfield minutes for other Chelsea players. Avoid him until his future is clear.

Jacquet Signing

Chelsea have made a move for young talent Jacquet, continuing their aggressive policy of recruiting promising prospects from across Europe. Another addition to Chelsea's ever-expanding squad.

FPL Impact: Young Chelsea signings typically need time before becoming FPL relevant. Focus on established Chelsea assets until Jacquet proves himself.

Unai Emery is actively reshaping his Aston Villa squad with multiple targets across different positions:

FPL Impact: Villa's attacking additions could shuffle their forward hierarchy. If Abraham arrives, monitor his minutes and role. Loftus-Cheek would likely play a deeper role with limited FPL upside. Focus on Watkins and attacking assets until new signings settle.

Votikova Goalkeeper Signing

Arsenal have signed Votikova amid a goalkeeper crisis. Injuries have forced Mikel Arteta's hand, and the emergency signing should provide essential cover between the sticks.

FPL Impact: Emergency goalkeeper signings rarely impact FPL. Stick with your regular Arsenal defensive assets like Gabriel or Saliba.

Dixon from Stoke City

Arsenal have also signed Dixon from Stoke City, adding another young prospect to their ranks. Arteta continues building for the future with promising talent.

FPL Impact: Young Arsenal signings typically develop in the background. Not immediately FPL relevant.

Juventus Transfer Activity

Juventus are having an ambitious window, targeting multiple forwards:

FPL Impact: If Beto leaves Everton, it impacts their forward depth. Monitor Everton's replacement signing. Zirkzee's departure from Manchester United would shuffle their attacking options too.

Raheem Sterling's Future

Raheem Sterling is reportedly in talks with seven different clubs as he seeks his next destination. The experienced winger has plenty of options on the table, making his next move one of the window's intriguing storylines.

FPL Impact: Sterling's FPL value depends entirely on where he lands. Avoid until his destination is confirmed, then assess based on the team's attacking strength and his expected role.

Brighton Stand Firm on Dunk

Brighton have rejected an approach for captain Lewis Dunk. Fabian Hurzeler is standing firm on keeping his defensive leader, which is hardly surprising given Dunk's importance to the Seagulls.

FPL Impact: Dunk remains a solid FPL option at Brighton's defense. His leadership and set-piece threat provide consistent returns at a reasonable price.

Everton Target Ben White

Everton are eyeing Arsenal's Ben White. David Moyes would love to bring in the versatile defender, though Mikel Arteta is unlikely to let him go easily given his importance to Arsenal's defensive structure.

FPL Impact: White is a premium Arsenal defensive asset with attacking returns from right-back. He's unlikely to move, but if he did join Everton, his FPL value would drop significantly. Keep him in your Arsenal defense coverage.

Atletico Madrid Want Gomes

Atletico Madrid want Wolves midfielder Gomes. Rob Edwards will be keen to keep hold of key players as Wolves navigate their season.

FPL Impact: Gomes has been a decent budget midfield option for Wolves. If he leaves, monitor Wolves' midfield for replacement value.

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