As the transfer market deadline day on February 3, 2025, approaches, several notable movements and decisions have been highlighted across various clubs. Here’s a breakdown of the latest updates and rumors:

Staying Put

1. Barcelona: Players like Araujo, Dani Olmo, Pau Victor, Gavi, and Gerard Martin are staying. Ansu Fati, Frenkie de Jong, and Eric Garcia also want to stay, with only Christensen’s status being uncertain.
2. Tottenham Hotspur: There’s no indication of significant outgoing transfers, but they are in talks to bring in Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich.
3. Brighton & Hove Albion: Evan Ferguson is prepared to stay, despite interest from other clubs, as Brighton are open to a permanent sale at the right price.

On the Move

1. Manchester United: Rashford, Antony, and Malacia are all set to leave on loan with permanent transfers expected at the season’s end. Casemiro, Eriksen, Evans, and Lindelof are very likely to leave at the end of the season as well. Napoli has shown strong interest in Garnacho, and Manchester United appears open to negotiations.
2. Bayern Munich: Mathys Tel is reportedly leaving Bayern, with Tottenham Hotspur in talks for his signature.
3. Al-Nassr: They are pursuing either Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen or Jhon Duran from Aston Villa, but no deal has been finalized yet for either player.

Clubs Looking to Strengthen

1. Chelsea: They are looking to strengthen their squad, particularly at striker and left-wing positions.
2. Arsenal: They are currently lacking in attack, suggesting they might look to bring in new players before the deadline.

Other Movements

1. Saudi Pro-League: Clubs like Al-Nassr are actively in the market, with interest in players like Boniface and Duran, but Brighton has rejected an offer for Kaoru Mitoma.
2. Neymar: He has confirmed he will resign with Santos, indicating a return to Brazil.
3. Women’s Football: There’s significant activity with players like Nighswonger, Walsh, Kelly, Engen, Dunn, and Caruso moving to different clubs in the women’s league.

The transfer market is dynamic, and last-minute deals are common, so the situation could change before the deadline. Clubs are often active in securing loans, permanent transfers, or ensuring their squads are ready for the remainder of the season or for future planning.