Transfer News LIVE: Carrick's First Man Utd Signing Eyed as Liverpool Push for Deal

January 14, 2026 – Live updates on the hottest Premier League transfer rumors as the January window heats up.

Man Utd Eye Ruben Neves Under Michael Carrick

Michael Carrick has Ruben Neves, the former Wolves midfielder, on his shortlist for his potential first signing as interim head coach at Manchester United. Reports suggest Carrick is pushing for the deal if he secures the role at Old Trafford, amid ongoing managerial uncertainty following Ruben Amorim's sacking.[4]

Liverpool's Defensive Reinforcements

Liverpool have signed Senegalese U17 World Cup defender Mor Talla Ndiaye from Amitie FC for around £1 million. The 18-year-old bolsters their backline after a deadline-day bid for Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi collapsed. Wing reinforcements are also needed following Luis Díaz's €75m move to Bayern Munich.[1]

Semenyo Snubbed for Man City

Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo has joined Manchester City for £62.5m plus add-ons, signing until 2031. Both Man Utd and Liverpool showed interest, but City won the race, leaving rivals empty-handed.[1]

Other Key Updates

• Owen Beck returned to Liverpool from Derby loan for injury rehab; James Norris made Shelbourne move permanent.[1]
• Liverpool won't sell Federico Chiesa to Juventus until Mohamed Salah returns from AFCON.[4]
• Man Utd consider mid-season friendly to offset early cup exit finances.[4]
• West Ham enquire about Metz's Alpha Toure; Tottenham's Mathys Tel seeks loan.[4]
• Rumors swirl of Valverde to Man Utd and Kane to Barca.[3]

The window remains open with more twists expected. Stay tuned for live updates!