Transfer News LIVE: Carrick to Man Utd today, Real Madrid axe Alonso, Spurs' £35m deal, Arsenal latest

January 13, 2026 – Live updates from the Premier League January transfer window.

Manchester United: Carrick Set for Return?

Reports suggest Michael Carrick could return to Manchester United today in a coaching capacity, amid ongoing squad rebuild under Ruben Amorim. Amorim has downplayed January signings, stating there are "no conversations" about transfers despite a threadbare squad facing injuries.[1][2] United recalled youngsters Toby Collyer from West Brom and Sonny Aljofree from Notts County, but no major ins yet.[3]

Key targets include central midfielders Carlos Baleba (Brighton), Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace), and Joao Gomes (Wolves). Brighton want to keep Baleba until summer; no January deal expected.[2] Younger prospects like Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi and Olympiakos' Christos Mouzakitis are monitored. Forwards on radar: Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta and RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, after Antoine Semenyo opted for Manchester City (£64m from Bournemouth).[1][2][3]

Amorim views Kobbie Mainoo as United's future but hasn't ruled out a January exit if replaced. Summer plans target wing-backs and midfielders like Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, and Carlos Baleba.[1] Expiring contracts for Casemiro, Harry Maguire, and Jadon Sancho offer wage savings.

Real Madrid Axe Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid have sacked Xabi Alonso, opening doors for potential targets like Federico Valverde linked to United in rumors.[5]

Spurs' £35m Deal & Arsenal Latest

Tottenham close on a £35m signing (details emerging), while Arsenal monitor midfield reinforcements amid quiet window activity.[6]

Updates continue throughout the day. Window open until February 3.