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The 2025 January football transfer window has brought excitement and surprises as clubs across Europe's top five leagues, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1, reshaped their squads for the second half of the season.
With blockbuster deals, unexpected moves, and emerging talents switching clubs, the window has kept fans and analysts on their toes. Here is the list of all major transfers in Europe's top five leagues.
Transfers
| PLAYER NAME |
TRANSFER MONEY (Euros) |
CLUBS | TRANSFER DATE | NATIONALITY | DEAL TYPE |
| Omar Marmoush (Forward) | 75 million | Eintracht Frankfurt to Manchester City | 23rd January | Egypt | Transfer |
| James Rodrigues (Mid-fielder) | Free | Rayo Vallecano to Club Leons | 13th January | Colombia | Transfer |
| Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Winger) | 70 million | Napoli to Paris Saint Germain | 17th January | Georgia | Transfer |
|
Abdukodir Khusanov (Center Back) |
40 million | RC Lens to Manchester City | 20th January | Uzbekistan | Transfer |
| Vitor Reis (Center Back) | 37 million | Palmeiras to Manchester City | 21st January | Brazil | Transfer |
| Eyle Wahi (Forward) | 26 million | Olympique Marseille to Eintracht Frankfurt | 24th January | France | Transfer |
|
Donyell Malen (Forward) |
25 million | Borussia Dortmund to Aston Villa | 14th January | Netherland | Transfer |
| Seko Fofana (Mid-field) | 20 million | AL Nassr to Stade Rennais | 1st January | Cote D'lovre | Transfer |
| Antony (Winger) | Undisclosed | Manchester United to Real Betis | 25th January | Brazil | Loan |
| Kyle Walker (Full Back) | Undisclosed | Manchester City to AC Milan | 24th January | England | Loan |
| Randal Kolo Muani (Striker) | Undisclosed | Paris Saint to Germain to Juventus | 23rd January | France | Loan |
| Emmanuel Agbadou (Center Back) | 20 million | Stade de Reims to Wolverhampton | 9th January | Cote D'lovre | Transfer |
| Antony Kinsky (Goalkeeper) | 16 million | SK Slavia Praha to Tottenham Hotspurs | 5th January | Czechia | Transfer |
| Brice Samba (Goalkeeper) | 15 million | RC Lens to Stade Rennais | 8th January | France | Transfer |
| Romain Esse (Mid-fielder) | 14.2 million | Millwall to Crystal Palace | 18th January | England | Transfer |
| Andreas Skov Olsen (Mid-Fielder) | 14 million | Club Brugge to VFL Wolfsburg | 17th January | Denmark | Transfer |
| Alberto Costa (Center Back) | 13.8 million | Vitoria SC to Juventus | 15th January | Portugal | Transfer |
| Diego Gomez (Mid-fielder) | 13 million | Inter Miami to Brighton | 1st January | Paraguay | Transfer |
| Mika Biereth (Forward) | 13 million | SK Strum Graz to AS Monaco | 11th January | Denmark | Transfer |
| Julio Soler (Center Back) | 8 million | Lanus to Bournemouth | 7th January | Argentina | Transfer |
| Yang Min-hyeok (Winger) | Undisclosed | Gangwon FC to Tottenham Hotspurs | 1st January | South Korea | Transfer |
| Andreas Garcia (Center Back) | 7 million | Levante UD to Aston Villa | 21st January | Spain | Transfer |
| Devyne Rensch (Center Back) | 5 million | Ajax to AS Roma | 23rd January | Netherland | Transfer |
| Ruben Vargas (Mid-fielder) | 6.5 million | FC Augsburg to Sevilla FC | 10th January | Switzerland | Transfer |
| Michael Kayode (Center Back) | 17.5 million | Fiorentina to Brentford | 24th January | Italy | Transfer |
| Phillip Billing (Mid-Fielder) | Undefined | Brentford to Napoli | 11th January | Denmark | Loan |
| Umar Sadique (Forward) | Undisclosed | Real Sociedad to Valencia | 4th January | Nigeria | Loan |
| Jaden Philogene-Bidace (Mid-fielder) | Unknown | Aston Villa to Ipswich Town | 15th January | England | Transfer |
| Welington (Center Forward) | Free | Sao Paulo to Southampton | 1st January | Brazil | Transfer |
| Dane Scarlett (Forward) | Undisclosed | Oxford United to Tottenham Hotspurs | 20th January | England | Transfer |
| Michael Folorunsho (Mid-fielder) | Undisclosed | Napoli to Fiorentina | 11th January | Italy | Loan |
| Nicholas Valentini (Center Back) | Free | Boca Juniors to Fiorentina | 2nd January | Argentina | Transfer |
| Luiz Felipe (Center Back) | Unknown | AL-littihad to Olympique Marseille | 7th January | Italy | Transfer |
| Max Aarons (Center Back) | Undisclosed | Bournemouth to Valencia | 13th January | England | Loan |
Key Transfers:
1. Omar Marmoush to Manchester City:
Manchester City secured the signing of the Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt for an initial fee of 75 million. The Egyptian international has been in exceptional form.
At the age of 25 his goal-scoring record is unbelievable, scored 15 goals in just 17 matches for Frankfurt.
Our #7 🇪🇬🩵 pic.twitter.com/qwWDRpeIFz
— Manchester City US (@ManCityUS) January 23, 2025
His Versatility allows him to play both as a winger and a forward. Marmoush has the ability which Pep Guardiola's team lacks most this season. Given his recent performances and the potential impact, he can have on the team's success, the investment in Marmoush appears justified.
2. Abdukodir Khusanov to Manchester City:
The young Uzbek defender has become the first signing of Pep Guardiola's Manchester City in the 2025 January transfer window.
Several City defenders have struggled for from and some of them picking up injuries regularly. The defending PL champions aim to bolster and reshape their defense after signing Khusanov from RC Lens. His physical presence, durability, and technique justify the 40 million price tag.
We're delighted to announce the signing of Abdukodir Khusanov 🩵 pic.twitter.com/ltXMbzm3TK
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 20, 2025
3. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint Germain:
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's 70 million price tag is justified as he brings explosive talent, creativity, and key players to Paris Saint-Germain's attacking line-up.
A proven dribbler and goal-creator, The Georgian international is vital for breaking defenses. He played a crucial role in Napoli's Serie A-winning 2022-23 season. At 23, his potential and ability to balance the squad make him a long-term investment and Key to PSG's ambitions.
Paris Saint-Germain is thrilled to welcome Khvicha Kvaratskhelia! The 23-year-old winger, set to wear the iconic number 7, becomes the first Georgian player in the club’s history.#WelcomeKvara ❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/K9mKyxK9vT
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) January 17, 2025
4. Randal Kolo Muani to Juventus
⚪️⚫️🤝🏻 Official, confirmed. Randal Kolo Muani signs in at Juventus on loan deal from PSG.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 23, 2025
€1m loan fee, €2m add-ons and €2.6m extra costs confirmed by Juventus. pic.twitter.com/YS7RR5VsX8
Randal Kolo Muani's pace, versatility, and passing made him a perfect fit for Juventus. His ability to stretch defenses, link up with teammates, and adapt to formation complements Thiago Motta's system.
At 25, the French man brings energy, work rate, and tactical intelligence, making him a key player in Juve's attack and their push for success on his loan spell for the Italian giants.
5. Kyle Walker to AC Milan
🚨🔴⚫️ AC Milan have agreed deal to sign Kyle Walker from Man City, here we go!
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 22, 2025
Loan move with buy option clause not mandatory, salary covered by AC Milan with contract agreed.
Travel and medical being planned.
Manchester City’s captain ready for new chapter. pic.twitter.com/zmhZEj0Clv
Kyle Walker would bring experience, pace, and defensive solidity to AC Milan on his loan spell. The English international's international overlapping runs, ability to recover defensively, and leadership fit perfectly into Sergio Conceicao's system, providing balance to their backline.
With his Champions League experience and tactical adaptability, the 34-year-old would strengthen Milan's defense and enhance their push for domestic and European success.
6. Vitor Reis to Manchester City
🚨🔵 EXCLUSIVE: Vitor Reis to Manchester City, here we go! 🇧🇷
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 13, 2025
Verbal agreement reached right now with Palmeiras on package under €40m fee... and City want it to be IMMEDIATE transfer!
Vitor Reis, set for medical and contract signing as soon as clubs will check all documents. pic.twitter.com/ovLIrSFyDj
Manchester City's 37 million investment in Vitor Reis from Palmeiras highlights their focus on securing top young talent. The Brazilian possesses exceptional technical ability, versatility, and defensive intelligence traits highly in Pep Guardiola's system.
The 19-year-old Brazilian offers dynamism and defensive stability. His Brazilian flair combined with tactical maturity, aligns with City's philosophy of developing the future stars.