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January 2023 Transfer Deadline Day - all the deals

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Following a busy, late flurry of activity on deadline day, the January 2023 transfer window is now closed.

To see all the confirmed ins and outs from Premier League clubs, go to our January transfer page. If you want to find out more about how deals get done, click here. For a review of which deals got over the line on Wednesday read on.

Transfer Deadline Day headlines

- Arsenal sign Jorginho from Chelsea
- Spurs wrap up deal for Pedro Porro
- Sabitzer joins Man Utd on loan
- Southampton sign strike duo
- Forest recruit Felipe, Navas and Shelvey

Transfer Deadline Day recap

02:00 We are signing off now, but there may yet be more activity. A clue on Chelsea’s Twitter bio hints that, as per widespread media reports, they have agreed a deal to sign Argentina’s FIFA World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez from Benfica.

See: 1 Feb - Chelsea complete Fernandez signing

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01:15 Mikel Arteta looks happy with his new signing.

00:32 It's another big signing for Southampton, quite literally in this case, as 6ft 7in striker Paul Onuachu makes a permanent move from Genk.

Saints will hope the 28-year-old Nigeria international can maintain the prolific form he has shown as the top scorer in Belgium's top flight this season, after 17 goals in 22 appearances. In total, he has struck 85 times in 134 matches for Genk.

Saints manager Nathan Jones has hailed the arrival of a "significant signing", adding: “He’s a handful to play against, has got a tremendous record throughout his career and he’s also someone who brings great experience with him, so he’ll be a really positive addition to the squad.” Details

00:30 Cedric Soares becomes the latest player to move across London on deadline day, joining Fulham on loan from Arsenal until the end of the season.

The right-back is reunited with Marco Silva after also playing for him at Sporting Lisbon. Details

00:20 Southampton have announced the arrival of Ghana international forward Kamaldeen Sulemana from Rennes, on a contract until 2027.

Saints manager Nathan Jones told the club's official website: “We’ve obviously been keen to add a little more potency to the side, and Kamaldeen is someone who does that for us." Details

00:10 Manchester United have completed the loan signing of Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, who arrives on the day Christian Eriksen was ruled out for months.

Sabitzer told Man Utd's official website: “Sometimes in life you have to make quick and important decisions. From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me. I am a competitive player; I want to win and help the club achieve its aims this season." Details

00:08 Shane Duffy's loan move from Brighton & Hove Albion to Fulham has turned into a permanent transfer. Details

00:00 We're deep into extra-time now as clubs using a deal sheet rush to finalise their transfers.

23:35 Leicester City have brought in Australia international centre-back Harry Souttar from Stoke City, on a contract until 2028. Details

23:15 What a coup for Forest! They've announced the loan signing of three-time UEFA Champions League winner Keylor Navas from Paris Saint-Germain. 

The 36-year-old goalkeeper won 12 major trophies with Real Madrid before winning two league titles with PSG. At international level, he has 110 caps for Costa Rica and has played at the last three FIFA World Cups. Details

23:00 Nott'm Forest have squeezed in another signing just before the deadline, with Jonjo Shelvey arriving from Newcastle United, agreeing a deal until the summer of 2025.

“I spoke to Eddie Howe and he had such good words to say about Steve Cooper," Shelvey told Forest's official website. "I previously knew of him from my time at Liverpool, so I knew what a fantastic coach he was, but meeting him for the first time has been a breath of fresh air." Details

22:50 This is a big deal for Spurs! Wing-backs are key players for Antonio Conte, and the club have signed Pedro Porro from Sporting Lisbon to play on the right flank. Details

Matt Doherty has left north London to make way for the new signing. Spurs have announced they have mutually agreed with the right-back to terminate his contract. Details

22:30 There is only half an hour to go until the deadline. But clubs can get a two-hour extension to complete a transfer by using a deal sheet.

See: What is the 'deal sheet' in transfers?

Jan 2023 Deal sheet grab

22:00 Crystal Palace are finishing with a flourish too. After the arrival of Naouirou Ahamada just one hour ago, the Eagles have announced the signing of another midfielder, Albert Sambi Lokonga from Arsenal.

The 23-year-old joins on loan, with Palace chairman Steve Parish stating: "He has been on our radar for several years since his emergence at Anderlecht, and we very much look forward to his contribution as we push to climb the table." Details

21:55 AFC Bournemouth are having a busy day! Their third signing of deadline day is 22-year-old midfielder Hamed Traore, who arrives from Sassuolo.

AFC Bournemouth chief executive Neill Blake says: “He is young, ambitious and one of the hottest talents from Serie A. He fits the profile of the type of player we are looking to recruit and will significantly add to our creative resources." Details

21:45 Nottingham Forest have signed defender Felipe from Atletico Madrid on a deal until the summer of 2024.

The experienced 33-year-old has won league titles in Portugal and Spain, finishing top of LaLiga with Atletico in 2020/21. He has played 46 matches in the UEFA Champions League. Details

21:40 Palace chairman Steve Parish is pleased with the club's latest recruit.

“Having already played in three different countries, Naouirou has shown an impressive ability to adapt to new challenges and deliver strong performances in a top league," he told the club's official website.

"We feel that his profile, skillset and character make him an ideal fit for Crystal Palace and the demands that await for him in the Premier League.”

21:05 Crystal Palace have brought in France youth international midfielder Naouirou Ahamada on a permanent deal.

The 20-year-old arrives from top-flight German side Stuttgart, having started 17 of their 18 matches in all competitions this season. He set up two goals in his last appearance. Details

21:00 Just two hours to go until the deadline!

20:40 AFC Bournemouth have made their second signing of the day, bringing in Ukraine international centre-back Illia Zabarnyi from Dynamo Kiev.

AFC Bournemouth chief executive Neill Blake says: “Despite only being 20, he has played at the highest level for club and country and has established himself as one of the most sought-after young defenders in the world." Details

20:20 Jorginho says he has been keen to work with Mikel Arteta, stating: “He was a big influence because I know that he tried a few times to get me before and it didn’t happen due to other reasons, not because of my wishes.

“Everything has happened so fast. I was a bit surprised, but I took the opportunity of this amazing challenge." Read more

20:00 One of the biggest moves of the January window has been completed! Jorginho has left Chelsea to join London rivals and Premier League leaders Arsenal.

During his time with the Blues, the 31-year-old won the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says: "Jorginho is a midfield player with intelligence, deep leadership skills and a huge amount of Premier League and international experience. Jorginho has won in his career, but he still has the hunger and huge willingness to contribute here." Details

19:30 Fulham have signed Serbian central midfielder Sasa Lukic from Torino. The 26-year-old has agreed a deal until the summer of 2027 and joins his compatriot Aleksandar Mitrovic at Craven Cottage.

Fulham's director of football operations Tony Khan says: "He’s a talented and versatile midfielder whom we’ve followed closely for years." Details

19:15 Ayoze Perez is having a loan spell away from Leicester City, joining Real Betis for the rest of the season. He has only made eight Premier League appearances this season, with five of those coming as a substitute. Details

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17:52 Diego Llorente has left Leeds United after dropping down the pecking order at Elland Road. The 29-year-old has joined Italian side Roma until the end of the season with a view to a permanent deal. Details

17:41 We are waiting for blockbuster deals on Transfer Deadline Day but there is plenty of scope for that to change ahead of the 23:00 GMT closure. Widespread media reports have highlighted the signings that could be close to completion. Here are some of the names mentioned:
Arsenal - Jorginho (Chelsea)
Southampton - Paul Onuachu (Genk) and Kamaldeen Sulemana (Rennes)
Spurs - Pedro Porro (Sporting Lisbon)
Chelsea - Enzo Fernandez (Benfica)
Man Utd - Marcel Sabitzer (Bayern Munich)

17:18 There's a second loan departure of the January transfer window from Tottenham Hotspur as full-back Djed Spence, who joined the club from Middlesbrough last summer, has signed for Ligue 1 side Stade Rennais. Details

17:09 And there's another exit at Craven Cottage, with Nathaniel Chalobah swapping Fulham for a permanent move to Championship side West Bromwich Albion. Details

16:57 The pace of transfer activity seems to be increasing a notch as deals start to get finalised. Over at Brentford, 25-year-old forward Sergi Canos has sealed a loan switch to Olympiacos. Details

16:51 We have a flurry of news at Aston Villa, with Bertrand Traore being recalled from his loan spell at Istanbul Basaksehir FK, while Marvelous Nakamba has joined Luton Town and Aaron Ramsey has signed for Middlesbrough, both on loan until the end of the season. Details

16:34 Newcastle fans will have the chance to give a warm St. James' Park welcome to some new faces this evening at the EFL semi-final against Southampton when January signings Anthony Gordon and Harrison Ashby are introduced to the Magpies faithful.

16:04 There have been some more loan departures from PL clubs... Man City defender Luke Mbete has joined Bolton Wanderers while Southampton midfielder Kazeem Olaigbe has moved to Harrogate Town.

15:31 The loan move of Joao Cancelo to Germany means Fantasy Premier League has lost one of the most successful FPL defenders of recent times. He departs with many happy memories for FPL managers and we have taken a look at why he has become such a legend in the game. See more

15:02 Meanwhile, at Old Trafford, Man Utd defender Di'Shon Bernard has joined League One side Portsmouth on loan for the rest of the season. Details

14:30 There's an incoming at Leicester City, with Ghanaian striker Nathan Opoku joining from Ghanaian side FDM Field Masters Sporting Club. The 21-year-old will spend the rest of 2022/23 on loan at Belgian side OH Leuven, subject to league and international clearance. Details

14:20 From Dejan Kulusevski to Luis Suarez, there have been some memorable moves on the final day of the January transfer window. Who will be this year's headline maker?

13:49 Fulham have announced another departure but this time it's permanent. Josh Onomah has left the club after agreeing a mutual termination of his contract. Details

13:31 There's an injury update from Arsenal... midfielder Mohamed Elneny has had surgery on his right knee and will be out of action for an "extended period". Details

13:14 Time to bring you news of a couple of loan moves out... with Fulham defender Connor McAvoy joining Partick Thistle and AFC Bournemouth midfielder Gavin Kilkenny signing for Charlton.

13:00 Erik ten Hag has been speaking to the media ahead of Man Utd's EFL Cup semi-final second leg against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday night where he was asked about the injury to Christian Eriksen and the implications for possible Transfer Deadline Day activity.

"Something coming out on deadline day is difficult and you can't make policy on such bad injuries but we have players in the midfield department, good players, we also have players who can fill the gap." Details

12:28 So with the news that Man City's Joao Cancelo has joined Bayern Munich on loan for the rest of the campaign, there are millions of Fantasy Premier League managers now left with the question as to who should be brought in to replace him. Have no fear, though, as The Scout gives the lowdown on who to bring in. Read more

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11:52 Man Utd have announced that Christian Eriksen has an ankle injury that is expected to keep him out of action for "an extended period". The Dane has been a key part of the United midfield this season, making 19 appearances and providing seven assists and one goal. Details

Will that setback mean manager Erik ten Hag makes a move in the transfer market today? 

11:21 There has been a lot of speculation about this transfer all week and Man City have just confirmed it... defender Joao Cancelo has joined Bayern Munich on loan for the rest of the season. Details

The 28-year-old has made 98 appearances for City since joining from Juventus in 2019, keeping 41 clean sheets, scoring five goals and providing 11 assists. He last featured for City in the 2-1 derby defeat at Manchester United on 14 January. There are bound to be plenty of Fantasy Premier League managers that are now hastily looking at their teams!

11:01 In the other half of north London, Tottenham Hotspur have made an addition to their development squad with the signing of 19-year-old forward Jude Soonsup-Bell from Chelsea. Details

10:51 Before league leaders Arsenal played Manchester City in the FA Cup on Friday night, Gunners manager Mikel Arteta said that following an injury to Mohamed Elneny, his side "need some more cover in midfield ideally if we can".

This morning media reports are suggesting they are close to bringing Chelsea's Jorginho across London to Emirates Stadium. Stay tuned to find out what happens.

10:02 Everton defender Joe Anderson, 21, has completed a permanent transfer to Sunderland. Details

10:01 Nottingham Forest's Brandon Aguilera has joined Portuguese side Estoril on loan for the remainder of 2022/23. Details

10:00 Newcastle United have signed 21-year-old defender Harrison Ashby from West Ham United.

Head coach Eddie Howe told Newcastle's official website: "Harrison is a very talented young player with a lot of potential. He has very good attributes so we are looking forward to working with him in this exciting new chapter of his career." Details

09:01 Arsenal winger Marquinhos will spend the remainder of the season on loan at Norwich City. Details 

09:00 We have our first signing of the day! Leeds United have agreed a deal with Swiss Super League side Servette for central defender Diogo Monteiro. Details

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