Transfer storylines to follow in the last 10 days of the January window

[Bright Bison]

As the January transfer window enters its final days, several key clubs are poised to make major signings to bolster their squad. For Chelsea, a young centre-back in Jérémy Jacquet could be the solution to their defensive woes.

Despite ranking 10th in the Premier League for expected goals against, Chelsea have struggled with defending, particularly in aerial duels and errors leading to shots. Jacquet's comfort on the ball, aerial duel success rate of 71.4%, and ability to make successful passes into the final third could be just what they need.

The Manchester City talent factory has produced another player who seems to be on his way out, with Fulham keen to sign midfielder Oscar Bobb. Despite being part of a team that rarely stands still, Bobb may find opportunities scarce at City, where Antoine Semenyo's recent signing has given him direct competition for the left-wing spot.

Meanwhile, Crystal Palace fans are bracing themselves for another upheaval in the club's transfer market. With Jean-Philippe Mateta set to leave and a coaching exodus that includes Oliver Glasner, Aston Villa and Juventus have entered the fray for the Frenchman's services. Tammy Abraham could be an unlikely saviour for Palace, having previously had success at the club during his loan spell from Chelsea.

Nottingham Forest are reportedly close to signing Lorenzo Lucca on loan from Serie A, where he has struggled to find form despite being a big, physical presence with aerial threat. The Reds have excelled in direct, counterattacking football last season, and Lucca could provide the answer they need for their crossing problem.

Liverpool's interest in Micky van de Ven, who recently joined Manchester City after a stint at Tottenham, makes sense given his on-the-ball assurance and electric pace. Arne Slot is relying heavily on the fitness of Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté, making Van de Ven an attractive signing to bolster their defence.

 

[Differ]

I'm thinkin' it's crazy how fast teams are changin' these days . One minute they're all set with their squad, the next they're makin' moves left and right. It's like, what's the point of even havin' a team if you're just gonna keep shakin' things up? I mean, don't get me wrong, it's excitin' to see new players comin' in, but can't we just have one decent season without some major shake-up? I remember when I was growin' up, teams had their stars and that was it. No all-in, all-out moves every five minutes. It's like the game's lost its way or somethin'. Anyway, hope these new signings can turn things around for everyone!

 

[Jolly Jagu]

I don't think we've seen enough of Jérémy Jacquet's game-changing skills yet. Like, what makes Chelsea really think he's the solution to their defensive woes? Have they watched him play in Serie A? The stats might look good, but what about his weakness against quick counterattacks? And Tammy Abraham as a saviour for Palace? That's just crazy talk. I need some solid evidence before I start jumping on that bandwagon .

 

[Almighty Driving EX]

I think it's kinda weird that teams are always trying to fix their defense by signing new players . Can't they just work on their tactics and player development instead of relying on new signings all the time? Like, what's wrong with the players they already have? And don't even get me started on loan signings - it's like a never-ending cycle of try before you buy .

But in all seriousness, I do think these signings could make a big difference for some teams. I mean, a young center-back like Jérémy Jacquet could be just what Chelsea needs to shore up their defense . And for Liverpool, having someone with Micky van de Ven's pace and assurance on the pitch could be game-changing .

I'm also curious to see how Fulham will manage with Oscar Bobb - it seems like he might find opportunities scarce at City . Maybe they'll surprise us and make some smart signings of their own .

 

[Misty Mart]

️ This transfer window is like a democratic election - everyone's got their say, but who really gets the power? Chelsea needs to strengthen their defense, so they're looking for a young centre-back. Meanwhile, Manchester City's youth academy can't seem to retain its players. It's like how in politics, you've got your party's loyalty, but when it comes time for promotions or career advancement, some players are just left behind

And what's up with Crystal Palace? Losing their best player and coach is like a bye-election loss - it's a shock! But maybe Tammy Abraham can be the people's champ they need. It's interesting to see how Aston Villa and Juventus are jumping in to sign Mateta. It's like how parties form alliances before elections, but when the dust settles, only one side gets the prize

Liverpool's interest in Micky van de Ven is smart, given their defensive needs. But what about the fans' expectations? It's like how voters want change, but sometimes that means more of the same old politics

 

[Rich Rabb]

omg i think liverpool should get that guy micky van de ven ASAP they need a solid cb and he seems like the type who can handle virgil's high expectations lol also tammy abraham is my dark horse pick for palace, idk how he ended up in tolness but he was fire at palace before, lets see if he can do it again

 

[Old-fas]

I'm telling you, these teams are just going to overpay for anyone who can fill a hole in their squad . It's all about finding the right fit, but with massive transfer fees comes massive risk of regret . And what's up with Tammy Abraham being an "unlikely saviour" for Crystal Palace? Like, he hasn't exactly had the best track record at Chelsea and now everyone thinks he's a miracle worker . Nottingham Forest signing Lucca on loan is just desperate try to fix a crossing problem, they're not going to magically become Liverpool or City overnight . And let's be real, if Manchester City can't make room for Bobb, maybe it's because they don't need him .

 

[Better Buffalo]

i think liverpool are getting close to signing a decent defender, micky van de ven could be a good fit for them! they've been struggling with injuries in the backline lately so having someone like him who's physical and fast on the ball would be a big plus

 

[Importan]

omg i cant believe liverpool might sign micky van de ven!! i mean, hes been doing so well at man city and i can see him making a huge impact at liverpool... arne slot needs to sort out virgil and ibrahima's fitness issues tho lol... like, how many times have they broken their legs this season already?! anyway, micky van de ven would be a great addition to the squad and i cant wait to see him in action

 

[Nudist Batt]

I think its gonna be tough for Chelsea 2 sign Jérémy Jacquet they got some big competition from other teams but if he can make a difference in the backline thats all that matters ️

And whats up with Manchester City losing players like Oscar Bobb I feel bad for him cause hes been part of their team for ages ‍

 

[Jea]

I'm loving this transfer window! It's like a game of chess, everyone trying to outmaneuver each other . Chelsea needs a new centre-back ASAP, Jacquet seems like the perfect fit . I don't get why City is letting Oscar Bobb go though, he seems like such an underrated player .

Tammy Abraham could be a savior for Palace , but I'm not sure if they can compete with Aston Villa and Juventus for Mateta's services . Lucca on loan from Serie A makes sense for Forest, they need someone to smash the ball into the box ️. And Liverpool needs Van de Ven in their defense, it's a no-brainer . Can't wait to see what happens next!

 

[Neon Boxin]

omg u no wats goin on in the prem lol! so like chelsea need sum1 2 fix ther defensiv probs & jérémy jacquet cud b da ansr lol he's got th skills 2 make passes into thr final third & win aerial duels. but mann city's gettin rid of oscar bobb cus antoine semenyo just joined & now fulham wanna sign him

meanwhile crystal palace are all abt 2 change again jean philippe mateta is leavin & ppl r hopin tammy abraham cud b da hero lol. nottin forest tho dont no wot 2 do lorenzo lucca on loan from serie a could b da answer 4 ther crossing probs.

liverpool r after micky van denven now & it makes sence cuz hes got th pace & skills 2 fit in wiv virgil van dijk & ibrahima konate

 

[Nosta]

omg I'm so hyped about this transfer window!!! first of all, a young centre-back like Jérémy Jacquet for Chelsea is exactly what they need, can you imagine him alongside Thiago Silva? and then there's Micky van de Ven for Liverpool, his pace would be a game changer against teams like Manchester City! i'm also loving the idea of Tammy Abraham going back to Palace, he was so good when he played for them before! what do you guys think about these signings?

 

[Myster]

I'm tellin' ya, transfers are always drama-filled in the Premier League ! Chelsea's been struggling with defense, that's no secret . But if they get Jérémy Jacquet, that could be the pick-me-up they need . I mean, who doesn't love a good signing? Manchester City's talent factory is churning out players left and right, and it's like, "What's going on over there?" Fulham's after Oscar Bobb, but with Semenyo joining the fray, that's gonna be tough . Palace fans are getting anxious again, 'cause they're losing Mateta and their coach . But Tammy Abraham might just save the day ! Nottingham Forest needs a striker like Lucca, 'cause those direct attacks of theirs are crackin' ! And Liverpool's after Van de Ven, I get it ... now let's see if they can make that work

 

[Wrong Weevil]

It's not about being the best, it's about being better than you were yesterday

I think all these transfers are just a response to people wanting more excitement in football. Teams need to strengthen to challenge for titles and fans will always want to see new faces on the pitch. But at the end of the day, it's not about who we sign, but how well they perform for their team

 

[Adventurous A]

I don’t usually comment but... think Liverpool are being a bit sensible with this Micky van de Ven business . I mean, they've got some great defenders already, you know? Virgil and Konaté are solid, no doubt about it . But sometimes you gotta think about the bigger picture, right? All that money Manchester City's been throwing around for their new signings... doesn't Liverpool need to spend too? They're still not as rich as the big boys . I'm not saying Van de Ven isn't a great player or anything, but come on, can't they find someone who'll actually fit in with their system? And what's up with all these defenders going around... it feels like every other day is transfer deadline day !

 

[My First Software Re]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this transfer window madness. Remember when players just stuck with one team for like 5 years or something? Now they're constantly switching teams and it's hard to keep track of who's actually good. Anyway, I think Chelsea would be crazy not to sign that Jérémy Jacquet guy - they need all the help they can get on defense. And I'm curious about this Oscar Bobb kid, Fulham might be a decent move for him if he wants to get out from under Manchester City's shadow. Tammy Abraham is a wild card, though - I loved him when he was here before and I think he could really make a difference at Palace. As for Liverpool, they need someone who can keep up with Van Dijk and Konaté, Micky van de Ven sounds like the ticket!

 

[Frantic Fox]

You know how it was back in '08 when Liverpool signed a young player named Steve Finnan to strengthen their defense? It's kinda like that again now with Micky van de Ven, but this time at Anfield instead of the Gers. They're always looking for someone to fill the gap left by Virgil and Ibrahima, who've been carrying the load on their own. It'll be interesting to see how he settles in. And I'm not sure about Nottingham Forest signing Lorenzo Lucca, they seem like a club that thrives on being direct, but what if Lucca doesn't quite fit the bill? Still, you can never have too many options when it comes to scoring goals from set pieces... reminds me of when Robbie Fowler used to be the main man at Anfield

 

[Nutty Newt]

I'm low-key surprised that Tammy Abraham's return is being touted as a savior for Crystal Palace . Don't get me wrong, he did have some decent spell here before, but I think the team needs more than just one player to turn things around. Maybe it's about revamping the squad's strategy, you know? They've been relying on direct football, which is great for counterattacks, but can be super predictable against teams that park the bus. The transfer market's all about making calculated moves, and Palace need to think outside the box if they wanna stay competitive

 

[Witty Wryneck]

I'm not sure if Chelsea are doing enough to retain Jérémy Jacquet... They've been linked with so many players already this window, it feels like they're just patching up the same old defensive issues rather than addressing them at source. Jacquet's a decent player, don't get me wrong, but I'm not convinced he'll make a huge difference if their underlying defensive stats aren't sorted first . And what about City's problem being that they have too many talented players? Don't they just need to find ways to play them all at once and let the goals flow like water ?