Transfer Update: Key Player Movements and Club Strategies

Brighton & Hove Albion has declined an approach from Nottingham Forest regarding the transfer of 34-year-old England defender Lewis Dunk, as reported by Sky Sports.

In a different development, Chelsea Football Club regards 23-year-old playmaker Cole Palmer as “untouchable”. The club views Palmer, who is under contract until 2033, as a pivotal figure in their long-term strategy, especially amid interest from Manchester United.

Conversely, Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling is anticipated to leave the club before the winter transfer window closes. Discussions are ongoing between the parties to facilitate the exit of the 31-year-old former England international, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Meanwhile, West Ham United is exploring loan options for Tottenham’s 22-year-old Czech goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky and Chelsea’s 27-year-old French defender Axel Disasi. To finalize these deals, West Ham may need to return Brazilian defender Igor Julio, 27, to Brighton.

The representatives of 29-year-old Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, currently on loan at Trabzonspor, have reportedly engaged in discussions about a potential return to his former club, Inter Milan, for the summer transfer window, as stated by Mail.

Wolverhampton Wanderers are in negotiations to secure a loan for 25-year-old England midfielder Angel Gomes from French side Marseille. Additionally, Wolves are interested in Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko, with Championship clubs Coventry City and Middlesbrough also eyeing the 26-year-old Mali international.

Burnley is in talks with West Ham regarding a loan move for 31-year-old English midfielder James Ward-Prowse.

Lastly, Sunderland has downplayed speculation surrounding a potential transfer of 20-year-old Spanish forward Eliezer Mayenda to Paris FC.