Top transfer rumours of the day – January 12, 2015

The first week of the transfer window was a busy week for all the clubs in Premier League and La Liga. Rumours surrounding Lionel Messi’s transfer to Chelsea or Manchester City were denied by Barcelona.The second week of the transfer window brings more surprises for football fans around the world. With Chelsea leading the Premier League table and Arsenal dealing with a lack of defenders, there ought to be some surprising transfers. By looking at the reports pouring in every day, one can say that the rumour mills have not rested for even a second.Let’s take a look at the most recent transfer rumours surrounding clubs such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and more.

#1 Arsenal

The new Patrick Vieira

Arsenal target Krystian Bielik could be the new Patrick Vieira. Arsene Wenger’s scouts are keeping a tab on Legia Warsaw’s Krystian Bielik. The ability of the Polish defender to accurately produce long-balls across the field has earned him comparisons to Patrick Vieira.

Joey Barton suggests Arsenal should sign John Stones. Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton believes that the Everton defender could fill the void left by Arsenal’s massive injury list.

Arsenal are planning to launch a £3m bid for West Ham defender Winston Reid as Sam Allardyce confirms that Reid has no future at Upton Park.

Arsenal will be able to sway the potential transfer of Brazillian Midfielder Lucas Silva towards their side as Real Madrid gives up interest in the young talent.