One player every Premier League club should target in January transfer window

With the January window fast approaching many English clubs are looking to sign new players.

The Premier League is about to enter its busiest time of the year, which has the power to determine where teams finish the season.

It additionally indicates that the January transfer window is quickly approaching. Although most teams don’t do a lot of business around this time, there are still several areas in which they may do better. Here, we examine the players that every club ought to target this winter.

Arsenal: Randal Kolo Muani

Identifying a natural goal scorer is the one issue Mikel Arteta has continuously battled to resolve since taking over at the Emirates.

Given Havertz’s form and the confidence he has already placed in him, it seems unlikely that Arteta will remove him from Arsenal lineup. A purported loan agreement for Randal Kolo Muani seems particularly sensible because of this. If it doesn’t work out, he can go back to the French capital and both sides can say they gave it a decent shot. He’s an attacker with a history of finding the net on a low-risk, low-fee basis.

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Aston Villa: Malik Tillman

Aston Villa do, however, occupy the lower half of the table, indicating that there is still plenty of space for reinforcements.

Malik Tillman is a player they might think about wagering on. The young American has been significantly more inventive than the majority of players playing in the Midlands this season, despite Emery having several choices in midfield. It is important to remember that nearly half of Tillman’s 12 goal contributions so far this season occurred in the Champions League, refuting the claim that he has a simpler time because he competes in the Eredivisie.

Bournemouth: Georgios Kyriakopoulos

Georgios Kyriakopoulos is a name that many Premier League fans are not familiar with, but as the January transfer window draws near, Bournemouth may want to target him.

Kyriakopoulos might be the ideal candidate for the Cherries to begin considering as a possible replacement. According to FBRef statistics, the Monza defender is a perfect fit because his performance profile closely resembles Milos Kerkez’s.

Brentford: Melvin Bard

Here comes Melvin Bard, a versatile left-sided full-back who can play higher up the field. He is a sensible and affordable choice for Brentford to take into consideration because of his attacking tendencies and expertise.

Brighton: Jarell Quansah

Jarell Quansah, a 21-year-old defender with Premier League experience and international experience, would be a valuable addition to the Seagulls. Even while Quansah is obviously not Arne Slot’s favourite, it is still more than capable of delivering excellent performance, and switching to the Amex might just avoid any possible stagnation.

Chelsea: N/A

In other words, Chelsea’s current team is simply too large. Until players leave Stamford Bridge, there is really no way to defend spending more money on anyone. Does this imply that there is nothing that can be done to improve? No, of course not.

Crystal Palace: Giovanni Reyna

Given how significantly their circumstances have changed since the Frenchman left for Germany, it is obvious that Crystal Palace has failed to find a replacement for Michael Olise this season.

Why not wager on Giovanni Reyna, even though it’s a bit of a wild card? The American’s strengths are as near to Olise’s as anyone in Europe, despite the fact that he was barely successful while on loan at Nottingham Forest last season. In a system similar to Oliver Glasner’s at Selhurst Park, perhaps a little more latitude could bring out the best in the 22-year-old.

Everton: Lorenzo Lucca

Maybe Everton might stretch the spending plan enough to negotiate a deal for Lorenzo Lucca, considering their restricted resources. Despite having only four goals in 14 Serie A games this season, the six-foot-six Italian is undoubtedly a presence and might be the ideal profile for Dyche to maximize.

Fulham: Luka Jovic

Going for Luka Jovic would be a huge risk, to be sure. The Serbian’s resume is impressive, but his performance outside of Frankfurt is far from stellar. There is something very romantic about the Cottagers acquiring a Serbian forward to replace the one who left them two seasons ago, though perhaps this is just wishful thinking and overly sentimental.

Ipswich Town: Chris Smalling

Their defence might use some strengthening, and their team is quite young. Therefore, the Tractor Boys should bring in Chris Smalling to accomplish two goals at once.

The former Manchester United player, who is currently playing in the Middle East, may have wage issues. However, he would provide the necessary experience.

Leicester City: Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall

He was brought in by Enzo Maresca because he was a player he knew, trusted, and could rely on if things didn’t work out. Dewsbury-Hall’s services have hardly been needed thus far since they haven’t. He can play for a team in the top half of the table, thus it would be better for him to acquire some more playing time at his old club in order to put him in the shop window.

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Liverpool: Jarrod Bowen

Given that former manager Jurgen Klopp once named the West Ham captain his favourite player, Jarrod Bowen would be the best person to replace Salah. Regardless of what his well-known father-in-law would think, Bowen would be hard-pressed to pass up this opportunity if it presented itself, considering the opportunity to advance up the table.

Manchester City: Martin Zubimendi

Who better than the man who replaced the Ballon d’Or winner in the Euro 2024 final to take Rodri’s place when he was injured? In the summer, Martin Zubimendi appeared headed to Liverpool, but he ultimately chose to remain in Spain for a short time longer. However, City may make an alluring offer for the Real Sociedad player as they are in dire need of a replacement for their lucky midfield player.

Manchester United: Alvaro Fernandez

Given that Tyrell Malacia will need a long time to find his form back, Diogo Dalot has been dreadfully bad on the left, and Luke Shaw is out injured once more, the Red Devils really cannot wait. If they want to acquire Davies for nothing, they should temporarily fill the void by re-signing Benfica’s Alvaro Fernandez with a comparatively low buyback clause.

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Newcastle United: Johan Bakayoko

The right-wing position has been one that Eddie Howe has struggled to master since joining Newcastle. Johan Bakayoko of PSV might be the best choice because of this. The Belgian is an extremely talented player whose profile not only matches the need for someone who can start right away but also has a high potential return on investment should he prove himself and the Geordies need to sell in a few years.

Nottingham Forest: Ruben Loftus-Cheek

By trying to sign Ruben Loftus-Cheek, who has recently struggled for playing time at AC Milan, they may accomplish the exact same goal.

The former Chelsea player might also be a possible replacement for Morgan Gibbs-White, if a side nearer the top of the standings were to sign him. But if it doesn’t work out, the two may also develop a strong partnership that would rank among the division’s most underrated.

Southampton: Danny Ings

Danny Ings is the kind of dependable goal scorer Southampton needs. The 32-year-old has had difficulty finding a starting position elsewhere after having his best run of play at St. Mary’s.

The return of a prodigal son might offer the expertise and flare required to mentor young players like Tyler Dibling, who is now a backup option at the London Stadium. Russell Martin may be the spark for this shift if his side wants to return to winning ways.

Tottenham: Lukas Hradecky

Ange Postecoglou might focus on improving many areas, but if he must choose just one, he ought to give top priority to finding a substitute for Guglielmo Vicario, who is injured.

Lukas Hradecky, who is 35 years old, is capable of replacing Vicario without being significantly worse. Additionally, given his age, he may be more inclined than ever to take a position as the number two. Postecoglou ought to try to entice him to leave Bayer Leverkusen.

West Ham United: Ederson

Ederson, who is presently a vital member of Europa League winners Atalanta, should be a target for West Ham.

Adding his would provide the engine room a little more security while maintaining possession quality, which is obviously vital to Julen Lopetegui.

Wolves: Anel Ahmedhodzic

During Sheffield United’s latest Premier League run, Anel Ahmedhodzic was one of their best players, and he has continued to perform well in the Championship this year. To stabilize at the back for the second half of the season, Wolves might consider making a bid for him.

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