Endrick Draws Interest From Arsenal and Three Other Premier League Giants

January hasn't officially started yet and hot names are already circulating around Europe. The most eye catching one has a Brazilian surname: Endrick. The Real Madrid forward, who barely got minutes as a late substitute in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Elche, has become a target for a club that knows all about needing help up front: Arsenal.

According to TEAMtalk, the Gunners are closely monitoring the 20 year old forward's situation with a January move in mind. They're not the only ones interested: Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United are also said to be watching closely for a possible move in 2027. Endrick himself, though, has no intention of leaving the Bernabeu, and the club isn't eager to part with a player it has invested heavily in. But when there's this much competition knocking at the door, things get complicated.

Aramburu, the fullback winning over England

If there's one name generating real buzz in the Premier League, it's Jon Aramburu. The Real Sociedad right back, one of LaLiga's standout defenders this season, has Manchester City and Liverpool on his trail, with both clubs reportedly considering an offer according to TEAMtalk. The 24 year old Venezuelan has been especially strong in one on one duels and also adds an attacking threat down the flank, with the added bonus of being able to play on either side. His contract runs through 2030 and carries a release clause of around 50 million pounds, so any move won't come cheap.

At Anfield, meanwhile, they're bracing for offers on another one of their players: Florian Wirtz. Bayern Munich would be one of the interested parties, according to AS, though the club has no plans to let him go. The German hasn't quite hit his stride since arriving from Bayer Leverkusen and is winless in front of goal over his last 12 appearances between club and country. Even so, manager Andoni Iraola still views him as a key piece of his project, meaning any offer would be a tough sell for Liverpool to accept.

Bellingham extends his ties to Madrid

Good news at the Bernabeu regarding Jude Bellingham. According to Nicolo Schira, the Englishman is close to signing a renewal that would extend his contract through 2032, with his current deal set to expire in 2029. The club wants to lock down long term one of the players it considers a cornerstone of the project. Bellingham, 23, has two goals and two assists under Jose Mourinho so far, and Madrid's plan is to get this done quickly to avoid a drawn out negotiation.

At Chelsea, the concern runs in a different direction. The Blues fear that Josh Acheampong could leave in January despite starting four matches and receiving assurances from Xabi Alonso about his future at the club. The 20 year old defender is part of a backline that has conceded two or more goals per game so far in the 2026-27 season, which hasn't done much to quiet the rumors.

Other deals in the works

• Arsenal is reportedly considering letting Viktor Gyokeres leave in January if a replacement can be found. Juventus, Al Ittihad, Milan and Al Ahli are said to be interested.
• Barcelona has reportedly agreed to sign 16 year old Portuguese talent Danny Freire after a successful trial.
• Tottenham turned down an offer from Shabab Al Ahli for Richarlison, despite the player's interest in reuniting with his former coach Andre Jardine.
• Juventus is looking to add a backup goalkeeper after Kamil Grabara tore his ACL.
• Leeds United has ruled out selling 29 year old Dominic Calvert-Lewin, despite reported interest from Manchester United.
• PAOK midfielder Christos Zafeiris, 23, is drawing interest from German clubs including RB Leipzig, Hoffenheim and Stuttgart.

The January transfer window hasn't opened yet, but things are already moving as if it were in full swing. It remains to be seen how many of these rumors turn into actual signings.