Arsenal re-signs a Brazilian, while Chelsea releases two players. Top transfer news on January 12, 2024

Chelsea Loans Striker to Burnley in EPL

David Fofana, who spent the latter part of 2023 on loan at Union Berlin, has returned to Chelsea but is set for another loan move. The 21-year-old Ivorian striker is now headed to Burnley, currently battling for survival in the Premier League. The clubs have a preliminary agreement for the transfer, and a medical examination is expected to take place within the next 48 hours, as reported by David Ornstein.

Aston Villa’s Lucas Digne Considered by Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia

Al-Hilal, the Saudi Arabian club, is expressing interest in signing Lucas Digne from Aston Villa. The 30-year-old French left-back seems open to a move to the Middle East. While Al-Hilal is exploring the possibility of a transfer, Digne has also attracted attention from Serie A and Ligue 1 clubs.

Borussia Dortmund Secures Loan Deal for Chelsea’s Ian Maatsen

Borussia Dortmund has added another player to their squad on loan from the English Premier League. Ian Maatsen, under contract with Chelsea until 2026, will continue his football journey in the Bundesliga for the rest of the current season. This comes after Borussia Dortmund recently announced the loan signing of Jaydon Sancho from Manchester United.

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Marquinhos Returns to Arsenal After Loan Spell at Nantes

Promising Arsenal striker Marquinhos, who spent the first part of this season on loan at Nantes in Ligue 1, is set to make a comeback to Arsenal. According to the club’s official website, the 20-year-old forward will soon join the Brazil U23 national team for the CONMEBOL pre-Olympic tournament scheduled from January 20 to February 11, 2024. Arsenal has not disclosed any further plans for the player.

Chelsea Yet to Begin Contract Talks with Thiago Silva

The future of veteran defender Thiago Silva at Chelsea remains uncertain. Blues’ head coach Mauricio Pochettino stated in a press conference that there are no ongoing negotiations between the club and the player. Pochettino emphasized the need for everyone to work together to achieve desired results, leaving the decision about Silva’s future to be determined between the player and the club.

Aston Villa to Release Calum Chambers and Bertrand Traore for Free

Aston Villa’s head coach Unai Emery is prepared to let go of two players without a transfer fee. Speaking ahead of the EPL match against Everton, Emery discussed the club’s personnel situation and revealed that Aston Villa is willing to release Calum Chambers and Bertrand Traore for free. However, he did not specify the terms under which both players would attain free-agent status.