Liverpool have identified Barcelona winger Raphinha as Mohamed Salah’s replacement, according to Thursday’s Premier League transfer rumours.
Thursday’s Premier League Transfer Rumours
Liverpool Want to Sign Raphinha as Mohamed Salah’s Replacement
Premier League title holders Liverpool have reportedly identified Barcelona winger Raphinha as Mohamed Salah’s replacement.
Salah, who has struggled for the Reds this season, has been strongly linked with clubs in Saudi Arabia.
Liverpool have been impressed by Raphinha’s dribbling ability, speed, and finishing, and believe he can succeed Salah on the right flank. The Brazilian has also played for Leeds United in the Premier League, which could reduce the time to acclimatise.
Arne Slot’s side are reportedly prepared to pay around £88million for the 28-year-old forward.
Although Barcelona value Raphinha highly, they are aware that selling the player to Liverpool could ease their financial troubles.
If personal negotiations work out, Raphinha could return to the Premier League next summer.
Five European Powerhouses Ready to Battle for Marc Guehi
Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi will become a free agent next summer, and as many as five European powerhouses are ready to pounce. According to reports, Liverpool, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona are all interested in the centre-back.
Liverpool came close to signing Guehi on deadline day of the summer transfer window.
The player had completed his medical and was ready to move, but Palace pulled the deal after failing to find a replacement for the Englishman.
With Oliver Glasner ruling out the possibility of a contract extension, Guehi will leave Selhurst Park next summer. The Reds still aim to sign the player, but Real Madrid, Bayern, and Barcelona will have a head start in January.
Even if none of the foreign clubs manage to secure a deal for Guehi, Liverpool may still have to fight Chelsea in the summer.
Liverpool and Chelsea Join Race for Jorthy Mokio
Ajax’s 17-year-old midfielder Jorthy Mokio has been making waves, drawing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe.
Premier League duo Manchester United and Newcastle United had already been linked. Now, Liverpool and Chelsea have reportedly joined the race.
Mokio primarily plays as a defensive midfielder, but can also operate as a left-back or a centre-back. He has played eight games for Ajax in the Eredivisie and three more in the UEFA Champions League.
He has yet to contribute to a goal, but his work rate, positional awareness, and defensive intelligence have been impressive.
Ajax hope to secure a long-term deal with the teenager, but Mokio has yet to agree to an extension. He wants more game time, and it is the most important factor in his decision-making.
Considering the competition for places in the Premier League squads, Mokio may not get his wish if he moves to England.
Bayern Munich Plotting a Move for Manchester United Target Antoine Semenyo
Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich have reportedly registered an interest in Antoine Semenyo. They want to strengthen their attack in the January transfer window and see in-form Semenyo as a dependable option.
The Ghanaian forward has generated a lot of buzz in the transfer market, owing to the £65million release clause in his contract. The clause is only valid for the first two weeks of January, so interested clubs must move fast to close the deal.
Several Premier League clubs are linked with a move. Manchester United are leading the Semenyo next club betting odds market at 5/2, but Liverpool (3/1) and Tottenham Hotspur (6/1) are also in the running. Bayern have been backed into 7/1.
The 25-year-old has played 11 Premier League games this season, scoring six goals and providing three assists.
West Ham United Interested in Crystal Palace Target Christos Tzolis
West Ham United have been credited with an interest in Club Brugge’s Christos Tzolis. The Greek winger had initially been linked with Crystal Palace. The Eagles reportedly put in a £26.5million bid for Tzolis in the summer, but the Belgian club rejected it.
West Ham have struggled in the Premier League this season. They are currently in 18th place in the table, with only 10 points to their name after 11 games.
The Hammers have only been able to score 13 goals in the league and require some firepower.
Tzolis has been in fine form for Brugge, scoring five goals and providing three assists in 14 games. He also scored thrice in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
However, West Ham are not alone in their pursuit. Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are also believed to be interested.
