Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool hold Geertruida talks as Rashford to Barcelona in doubt

February 1st 

The January transfer window is now open and the rumours continue to circulate as clubs plan out moves. Teams are working tirelessly behind the scenes on identifying targets and figuring out their budgets.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories – you can access the full rumour below.

Today’s biggest transfer stories

Liverpool are in talks with RB Leipzig over a complex deal to sign Lutsharel Geertruida. Arne Slot has worked with the defender before at Feyenoord and is keen to reunite with him at Anfield to fix their right-back problems. However, the Reds must agree a deal to release him from his loan at Sunderland, with negotiations ongoing between all parties.

Marcus Rashford’s permanent move to Barcelona could be in doubt as Michael Carrick wants to keep him at Manchester United. Carrick has won three out of three matches as head coach and could stay beyond the end of the season. He is keen to retain Rashford, 28, despite the player’s desire to join Barcelona.

Fulham have seen a €23.1 million offer for Joe Willock turned down by Newcastle United. The Magpies will not let the midfielder leave without finding a replacement before the February 2 deadline.