Marseille's transfer plans depend on finances

Olympique de Marseille has stated that its decisions in the winter transfer window will be based on the club's financial situation and regulatory guidelines, as reported by L'Équipe. The club has been under investigation by the National Directorate of Financial Control since this summer and could face sanctions as early as this winter.

Pogba may move to MLS

Paul Pogba, who has been without a club since his contract with AS Monaco ended in August 2023, is expected to pursue a move to the United States, according to The Daily Mail. Several Major League Soccer teams, including DC United, Inter Miami, and New York City FC, have been linked with the 2018 World Cup winner, though no official offers have been confirmed yet.

Endrick will stay at Real Madrid

Real Madrid forward Endrick has been the subject of loan speculation, but coach José Mourinho has dismissed the possibility of the Brazilian leaving in January, as reported by TNT Sports. This effectively rules out interest from AC Milan, AS Roma, and Aston Villa in the short term.

Kane to stay at Bayern Munich

Harry Kane is expected to remain at Bayern Munich, with Sky Sports reporting that the English striker has reached a principle agreement to extend his contract until June 2029. The final administrative details of the deal are still being finalized before it is officially announced.

Carrick faces pressure at Manchester United

Michael Carrick is under pressure at Manchester United after five consecutive matches without a win, including a Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid. Il Mattino reports that Antonio Conte, who has been without a club since leaving Napoli this summer, is close to taking over as the team's new manager.

Other transfer updates

Other recent developments include Rudy Matondo extending his contract with Paris FC until June 2030, Mamadou Koné signing with Lorient until 2030, Cole Palmer committing to Chelsea until 2034, Dani Carvajal joining Getafe, Niko Kovac extending his contract at Borussia Dortmund until 2029, Osasuna appointing Jagoba Arrasate as coach, Giovanni Stroppa joining Venice, Clarence Seedorf being named on the bench of Corinthians, Riyad Mahrez committing to Al-Shamal, and several other player and managerial changes across Europe.