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Live Coverage: Transfer Deadline Day - the latest done deals and rumours

Live Coverage: Transfer Deadline Day - the latest done deals and rumours
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All the latest from the conclusion of the January transfer window.

  • Cedric Soares joins Arsenal on loan from Southampton
  • Norwich sign Sam McCallum from Coventry
  • Rangers bring in Genk midfielder Ianis Hagi
  • Barcelona land Braga forward Francisco Trincao
  • Atletico Madrid re-sign Yannick Carrasco
  • Richairo Zivkovic joins Sheffield United on loan from Changchun Yatai

2.15pm – Mikel Arteta has not ruled out further additions at Arsenal after signing Cedric Soares on loan from Southampton earlier today. He told Sky Sports: "Never say never, but it's not in my power. I'm pleased with the direction we are taking."

2.02pm – Rangers' new recruit Ianis Hagi has spoken for the first time since joining from Genk on loan. He said: "My father told me about the games he played at Ibrox. I know what kind of club I've joined. I'm proud to be here."

Ianis Hagi and manager Steven Gerrard during a press conference in Glasgow
Ianis Hagi and manager Steven Gerrard during a press conference in Glasgow (Andy Newport/PA)

1.42pm – From Sky Bet League One Southend to Old Trafford. Nathan Bishop has joined Manchester United on a two-and-a-half year contract. He told United's official website: "The opportunity to join Manchester United is a dream come true. This club has a great record of developing goalkeepers and I cannot wait to work with the coaches here to improve every single day."

1.30pm – Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder seems very happy with the capture of Holland Under-21 international Richairo Zivkovic on loan. He told the club's official website: "People will recognise we do sometimes go left field with our signings, but we've worked very hard on this one because we have had to. He will give us genuine pace at the top of the pitch. We're learning all the time this season, but pace in the Premier League is key and Richairo is someone we think can kick us on."

1.20pm –Steven Gerrard is confident Rangers will add a striker before the transfer deadline after confirming Jermain Defoe is set to miss up to five weeks with a calf injury.

1.15pm – Mourinho does not expect to make any more signings before the transfer deadline. Spurs have signed Steven Bergwijn from PSV Eindhoven in a Β£27million deal and parted with Β£27.2 million to make Giovani Lo Celso a permanent addition. However, the Portuguese would not say no to a new striker.

1pm – Sheffield United have made their first move on transfer deadline day with the signing of Richairo Zivkovic from Chinese club Changchun Yatai. He arrives at Bramall Lane on loan until the end of the season, with the option to make the transfer permanent in the summer.

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12.50pm – Tottenham's frustrations over a striker appear to be continuing. With Giroud reportedly now set to stay at Stamford Bridge, Real Sociedad have also said only Ruben Pardo will be leaving today, meaning Spurs target Willian Jose is not for sale. Who next for Mourinho?

12.40pm – James Wilson. Remember him? The former Manchester United forward has rocked up at Salford on a 18-month deal from Aberdeen. Wilson got a chance at Old Trafford under Ryan Giggs, one of Salford's famous co-owners.

12.35pm – Former England striker Michael Owen is asking the questions on Twitter...

12.26pm – Yannick Carrasco was linked with several clubs this window, but the midfielder has returned to his old team. The Belgian has joined Atletico Madrid on loan until the end of the season from Chinese club Dalian Yifang, having scored 23 goals in 124 games during a previous three-season spell at the LaLiga outfit.

12.17pm – Frustrating times at Gillingham...

12.05pm – On Bennett's departure, Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo told Sky Sports: "I appreciate and thank Ryan Bennett for what he's done. I think it's been amazing, but he goes on loan to a situation that he wants and I wish him all the best. We have enough players who can play in that position. Until the last moment there's always things that can happen, but we are OK. It's a very tough window to work, it's about (how to) rebalance the squad."

11.45am – Barcelona are in the market for a striker following a lengthy injury to Luis Suarez. Everton forward Richarlison was linked, but they have snared Francisco Trincao from Braga for 31 million euros. The 21-year-old will arrive at the Nou Camp on a five-year deal on July 1 and his contract includes a 500 million euros buy-out clause. Wow!

11.37am – Wolves defender Ryan Bennett is heading to Leicester. The Foxes have beaten off plenty of interest to secure the 29-year-old's signature.

11.33am – Watford have recalled Alex Jakubiak from his loan spell at Gillingham. Game-time was an issue for the striker under Steve Evans.

11.20am – Grosicki to West Brom is done. Baggies boss Slaven Bilic craved new arrivals to boost his struggling side, who are second in the Championship despite a winless run of seven matches. The Hull winger follows Callum Robinson through the door at the Hawthorns.

11.12am – With Hull set to lose Bowen and Grosicki, manager Grant McCann is looking for replacements. Motherwell have rejected a bid, believed to be around Β£700,000, from the Tigers for forward James Scott. Well boss Stephen Robinson said: "There was a bid put in and it hasn't been accepted. He's a very, very talented young player. I said at the start of the season that I thought I would get a million pounds for him. We will hold on to him for as long as we can."

11am – Interesting quotes from Howe on King from his press conference this morning. He said: "It's going to be (a decision) between the chief executive and owner. I love Josh as a player and person. I know what Manchester United means to him with his history with the club, so I understand his position." Old Trafford bound?

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10.45am – John Fleck's excellent form for Sheffield United has reportedly alerted other clubs. But the Scottish midfielder will not be leaving the Blades today, with boss Chris Wilder saying in quotes on the club's Twitter: "He's never been made available by us, not previously, not now. I want him to be a lifer at Bramall Lane. It's that simple."

10.39am – Arsenal have got their man! Southampton defender Cedric Soares has arrived at the Emirates on loan until the end of the season. Gunners technical director Edu said: "Cedric is a defender with good experience of the Premier League, and of course at international level. He is another strong addition to our defensive unit who will provide our squad with quality. I know he is a player who plays with absolute full commitment and energy. We are all looking forward to going into the last stages of the season with Cedric as part of the club."

10.30am – Solskjaer has also said youngsters James Garner or Angel Gomes will not be leaving Old Trafford today.

10.23am – Giroud has been linked with a move away from Chelsea today, but he won't be joining Newcastle. Magpies boss Steve Bruce has said he has failed to sign the Frenchman. Bruce also revealed the club had seen a sizeable bid for an unnamed midfielder fall down when the player decided to stay put.

Steve Bruce is looking to add to his Newcastle squad
Steve Bruce is looking to add to his Newcastle squad (Owen Humphreys/PA)

10.20am – Steven Gerrard has added to his Rangers squad. Ianis Hagi – son of former Romania midfielder Gheorghe Hagi – has arrived on loan from Genk. The Light Blues may also move for a striker after Jermain Defoe suffered a calf injury earlier this week.

10.11am – Well that did not last long! Bad news for Spurs fans wanting Bale back. Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has just spoken at a press conference previewing the derby with Atletico Madrid. On Bale, the Frenchman said: "Gareth is with us at the moment. I am still using him and I don't contemplate any changes."

10.09am – Solskjaer expects a quiet day at Old Trafford. He said: "Sometimes I say something here and something else happens. Sometimes I say I am happy with a player and he gets a different message so I don't want to help or make speculations grow more and more today. I expect nothing to happen but that doesn't mean it can't happen." Fernandes will be in United's squad for Saturday's clash with Wolves.

10am – King may not be the only player heading back to his former club today. The Times are reporting that Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale could make a sensational return to Tottenham today. One to watch!

Could we see Gareth Bale back in a Spurs shirt?
Could we see Gareth Bale back in a Spurs shirt? (Stephen Pond/PA)

9.55am – It is not just British clubs doing deals today. Serie A side Atalanta have strengthened their defence by signing Adrien Tameze from Nice on a loan-to-buy, while Alan Pardew's ADO Den Haag have snapped up Cardiff striker Omar Bogle.

9.45am – Solskjaer finally got his man last night when Bruno Fernandes signed from Sporting Lisbon. The Portugal international's goals and assists should get United firing and he has big shoes to fill after choosing his shirt number. Fernandes will don 18 on the back of his jersey and follow in the footsteps of United great Paul Scholes.

9.30am – Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer addresses the media shortly. What information will he have with regards to signing a striker today? Bournemouth's Joshua King, a former Red Devil, was rumoured on Thursday night. Now that would make Howe look to the loan market...

9.20am – Bournemouth, also struggling at the bottom end of the Premier League, may feel the need to strengthen their squad in a bid to beat the drop. Cherries boss Eddie Howe has said they could dip into the loan market if an appealing deal arises.

9.13am – Norwich, six points from safety in the top flight, appear to be building for the future with their latest signing. The Canaries have taken left-back Sam McCallum off Coventry's hands for an undisclosed fee, but he will stay on loan at the Sky Blues for the rest of the season. The 19-year-old has signed a deal until 2024 at Carrow Road.

9am – Sheffield United splashed the cash yesterday, breaking their club record to lure Genk midfielder Sander Berge to Bramall Lane. It is fair to say club captain Billy Sharp was happy with the news... The Norwegian may not be the last arrival for the Blades before the close of play today either...

8.40am – There will be plenty of deals completed in the English Football League today. Tranmere have done some business early doors, bringing in Everton defender Morgan Feeney on loan until the end of the season.

Pepe Reina is back in the Premier League with Aston Villa
Pepe Reina is back in the Premier League with Aston Villa (Gareth Fuller/PA)

8.20am – Aston Villa have proved to be the busiest club this month so far, bringing in four players. Danny Drinkwater, Pepe Reina, Mbwana Samatta and Louie Barry have all arrived at Villa Park and boss Dean Smith is looking for more as he attempts to keep his side in the Premier League.

8am – Hull fans will be dreading today with their two star men likely to depart. Forward Jarrod Bowen has been linked with a move to Crystal Palace and West Ham, having scored 17 goals this season, while winger Kamil Grosicki is in talks with West Brom. The Tigers may have a scramble on their hands later on to replace the duo.

7.45am – Jose Mourinho is desperate to find a replacement for the injured Harry Kane as Spurs attempt to break into the top four. The England captain provided a glimmer of hope that he was on the road to recovery on Thursday night by uploading a Twitter video stretching his hamstring with the caption: "Working hard. Making progress."

7.30am – Charlton kicked off deadline day early, announcing the signing of Sunderland winger Aiden McGeady on loan until the end of the season at 12.30am! The Republic of Ireland international was out of favour under Phil Parkinson at the Stadium of Light.

7.20am – A lot of clubs still have business to do on the final day. Manchester United, Tottenham and Chelsea are all on the lookout for a striker, Arsenal want to bolster their defence, while Crystal Palace seem to be in the market for young talent from the Championship.

Jarrod Bowen has scored 17 goals for Hull this season
Jarrod Bowen has scored 17 goals for Hull this season (Richard Sellers/PA)

7.15am – Good morning and welcome to the PA news agency's transfer deadline day blog. Stay here for all the latest news on what could be an action-packed conclusion to the January window. Will your club announce any arrivals or departures before the 11pm cut-off?

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