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      Wolves vs Man Utd preview: Ten Hag’s side visit Molineux for tricky Premier League clash – team news, kick-off time

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      MANCHESTER UNITED travel to Wolves looking to extend their three-match unbeaten run – but the game could be overshadowed by Marcus Rashford’s situation.The England star was left out of the squad to face Newport in the FA Cup fourth round on Sunday after partying in Belfast last week.
      Marcus Rashford missed the game at Newport but could feature at MolineuxCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag’s side are searching for consistencyCredit: Getty
      Wolves tasted victory in the Black Country derby last time outCredit: Getty
      Rashford missed training following a 12-hour tequila bender and has been fined £650,000 by the club – two weeks wages.
      Erik ten Hag addressed the matter stating it is an “internal matter” he will “deal with”.
      Rashford, 26, is available but might not feature at Molineux, with Alejandro Garnacho and Antony starting instead of the forward against Newport.
      United came out on top when these two sides met on the opening weekend of the season, though the Red Devils had the officials to thank after they failed to award Wolves a stoppage time penalty that would have given them to opportunity to level the match at 1-1.
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      Meanwhile Wolves have faced an eventful period themselves following the outbreak of fighting in the Black Country derby clash with West Brom in the FA Cup.
      Gary O’Neil’s side came out on top in that encounter and will be hoping to land another blow on a big six club, having beaten Manchester City, Tottenham and Chelsea this season.
      Recent form
      United are unbeaten in three games in 2024 but have played only one Premier League game – a 2-2 draw with Tottenham.
      But the Red Devils have still struggled for consistency with just one win in their last six Premier League games.
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      Wolves have faired a lot better of late with O’Neil’s team beginning to find their stride.
      They oversaw a difficult derby challenge with ease to extend their unbeaten run to seven games.
      Wolves have won five of those matches and have not lost at home since September.
      Team News
      Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire and Casemiro all returned for United against Newport.
      But Aaron Wan-Bissaka is a doubt after missing that clash, with Mason Mount, Victor Lindelof and Tyrell Malacia still missing.
      The biggest question mark is whether Rashford will feature, while Andre Onana is away at the Africa Cup of Nations.
      For Wolves Joao Gomes is suspended while Pablo Sarabia and Hwang Hee-chan are sidelined through injury.
      Ones to watch
      Alejandro Garnacho has caught the eye in recent matces and his ability to stretch the Wolves defence will likely be United’s greatest source of joy in attack.
      But keeping Wolves at bay is vital and Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro will be key for the visitors.
      Meanwhile the hosts’ success is down to the team being greater than the sum of its parts.
      Gomes is a miss but Matheus Cunha is finding form in front of goal and proved a thorn in United’s side when the teams met at Old Trafford.
      Alejandro Garnacho could be a threat with his pace and trickery
      Matheus Cunha has created 22 chances this season
      SunSport prediction
      Wolves’ home form speaks for itself and with plenty going on behind the scenes to distract United, they could come undone once again. 2-0 to Wolves.
      When is Wolves vs Man Utd?

      Wolves’ clash with United will take place on Thursday, February 1.
      The game will be held at Molineux.
      Wolves vs Man Utd will kick off at a later start time of 8.15pm GMT.

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Wolves vs Man Utd will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog.

      Odds

      Wolves – 7/4
      Draw – 12/5
      Man Utd – 7/5
      BTTS – YES – 8/15

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      Who is Marcus Rashford’s brother Dane?

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      DANE Rashford is the older brother of England and Manchester United star Marcus Rashford.In October 2023, Dane was arrested on domestic violence charges in the US – here we take a look at his life and arrest.
      Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford pictured alongside DaneCredit: Instagram
      Who is Marcus Rashford’s brother Dane?
      Dane Rashford is the brother of Manchester United footballer Marcus Rashford.
      Alongside Dane, Marcus also has a brother named Dwaine Maynard, two sisters, and one half-sister.
      In October 2023, Dane Rashford was arrested in Miami Beach, Florida after being charged with the misdemeanour of battery.
      He was on holiday with his partner Andrea Pocrnja at the time the incident occurred.
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      The arrest was embarrassing and has caused a lot of problems within the family.Source
      Staff at the £200-a-night four-star Kimpton Angler’s Hotel called the police when Andrea walked through reception with a bloodied nose after a night out.
      According to the police report, Dane said he “went through the victim’s phone and found text messages from another male”.
      It added Andrea claimed he had hit her twice in the face “with a closed fist” in an Uber on the way back to the hotel at 3.30am.
      Andrea claimed Dane had pushed her, according to the report.
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      The report also alleged there was another bust-up in their room when Andrea was trying to get the Wi-Fi password so that she could disable her phone.
      A source said: ”The arrest was embarrassing and has caused a lot of problems within the family.
      ”Marcus is firmly in the middle of it and trying to keep everyone happy, which is making him unhappy.”
      ”The arrest was embarrassing and has caused a lot of problems within the family.”
      Following his arrest, Dane was cleared of any wrongdoing.
      What does Dane Rashford do for a living?
      Dane Rashford also works within the world of sports.
      Alongside his brother Dwaine, Dane is a director of DN May Sports Management – a sports management agency ”with the goal of elevating athletes to achieve their full potential and thrive in their sports and in their wider life.”
      DN May Sports Management lists Marcus as a client but the player is directly managed by his other sibling, Dwaine Maynard.
      When was Dane Rashford attacked and robbed at gunpoint?
      In January 2019, Marcus Rashford and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s brothers were hit with a bat and had a gun pointed at them in a “terrifying” robbery.
      Dane Rashford and Tyler Alexander-Arnold had just sat down to eat breakfast with three pals at a Manchester café when they were ambushed by masked robbers.
      The group of five had been planning to drive to Brighton to watch Liverpool play when the horror unfolded.
      Tyler was smacked in the head with a baseball bat so hard the handle broke off, while Dane “feared for his life” after a shotgun was pointed at his face.
      The masked raiders then made off with a £70,000 Range Rover and jewellery including a £20,000 Rolex.
      Recalling the incident, Dane said he could not see what was happening but felt a “prick” on his back before he saw the gun being “pointed towards my face”.
      Tyler meanwhile said he heard a shout of “get your watch off” before the baseball bat connected with the side of his head.
      In January 2023, Tariq Dervan, Romario Harmer, and Talleko Lemonious were all found guilty of the robbery.
      All three were also convicted of possessing a double-barrelled shotgun, as well as having a machete and a baseball bat.
      Dervan, from Staffordshire, was jailed for five-and-a-half years; and Harmer, from Trafford, Manchester, for four years.
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      Lemonious, from Wythenshawe, was also sentenced for possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition linked to an unrelated crime.
      He was jailed for 18 years in total. More

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      Liverpool vs Chelsea preview: Reds host Pochettino’s Blues in massive Premier League clash at Anfield – team news

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      JURGEN KLOPP’S Last Dance got off to a dream start at the weekend as Liverpool thrashed Norwich 5-2 in the FA Cup.But his side face a sterner taste when Chelsea visit on Wednesday in a prelude to the Carabao Cup final next month.
      Jurgen Klopp’s Last Dance continues with the visit of ChelseaCredit: Alamy
      Andy Robertson is set to feature for the first time in the league since OctoberCredit: Alamy
      Mauricio Pochettino is aiming to win at AnfieldCredit: Getty
      Liverpool lead the Premier League by five points and Chelsea are down in ninth, but their recent head-to-head record paints a different picture.
      Each of the last seven meetings between the two sides has ended in a draw at the end of 90 minutes.
      Four of those matches ended goalless, with Alex Disasi cancelling out Luis Diaz’s strike when these sides met at Stamford Bridge on the opening day of the season.
      However Chelsea have won just once at Anfield in the Premier League since 2014, and the Reds are unbeaten at home in the league since losing to Leeds in October 2022.
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      Liverpool could also welcome back some familiar faces to the starting line-up for what should be a raucous atmosphere in Klopp’s first league game since announcing he will step down at the end of the season.
      Recent form
      Liverpool are unbeaten in ten games with wins over Arsenal, Newcastle and Fulham in that period.
      They have lost just once in the league this season and are scoring goals for fun despite the absence of Mo Salah.
      Liverpool have scored three or more goals in 12 home games this year, while Chelsea have struggled on the road in recent weeks.
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      On their last visit to Merseyside in at the beginning of December they were comfortably beaten by Everton, with Middlesbrough and Wolves also winning home games against the Blues this year.
      However they did win their last Prem away match at Luton and are on the back of two successive victories against Fulham and Middlesbrough.
      Team news
      Andy Robertson returned to action against Norwich – his first game since the beginning of October.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold also featured following an injury lay-off and Alexis Mac Allister may be back in contention after sitting out the Norwich clash as a precaution.
      Salah’s Egypt were knocked out of the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday but the winger picked up an injury at the tournament so is unavailable, while Wataru Endo is still away on international duty with Japan at the Asian Cup.
      Meanwhile Christopher Nkunku and Malo Gusto are back in full training and should be fit enough to make the matchday squad.
      Ben Chilwell and Carney Chukwuemeka could also feature following recent injury lay-offs.
      Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella, Trevoh Chalobah, Welsey Fofana, Romeo Lavia, Reece James, Robert Sanchez and Lesley Ugochukwu are all long-term absentees.
      Ones to watch
      Darwin Nunez has more than made up for Salah’s absence with three goals in his last three games.
      The striker is always a handful for the opposition even when he is not finding the target, having created 22 chances in 20 games this season.
      But Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has arguably been even better this campaign with nine goals in 18 Premier League games.
      He eclipses Nunez with 28 chances created in fewer games and if Chelsea get anything from this match Palmer will likely be responsible.
      Darwin Nunez has deputised well for Mo Salah
      Cole Palmer has been Chelsea’s biggest attacking threat this season
      What have the managers said?
      Klopp praised Chelsea’s football and revealed he expects them to move up the Premier League table in the next few weeks.
      He said: “They play really good stuff, really good team. Nobody was ever in doubt about that. A team in form, I think. Won majority of games recently.
      “We played them in first matchday, we weren’t great but they were pretty good. A point was alright. We have to do better but we are different now.
      “They had a lot of injuries but now they have a core group together. They have the midfield they want together, the entire back-line other than Reece James. A really good team, even if you can’t see it in the table yet. I expect them to make big steps, but start after our game.”
      While Mauricio Pochettino discussed Klopp and Chelsea’s lack of a prolific striker.
      He said: “It’s a coach and person I am going to miss. I love to watch him on the touchline and the team he manages. I hope he will only be away a few months, maybe one year, and then will come back.
      “I don’t know what the people are thinking but for us we want to win. I want to win.
      “It’s true that in our performances, compared to those at the top, maybe we miss this type of player [striker] to make a difference. We need to build our victory in different ways because we want to be clinical and win games.”
      SunSport prediction
      Liverpool do not look like losing, particularly at home, and the returns of Robertson and Alexander-Arnold should inspire them to victory. 2-1.
      When is Liverpool vs Chelsea?

      Liverpool’s huge clash with Chelsea will take place on Wednesday, January 31.
      The game will be held at Anfield.
      Liverpool vs Chelsea will kick off at a later start time of 8.15pm GMT.

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Liverpool vs Chelsea will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the Discovery+ app, which is available for download on to your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog.

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      Odds

      Liverpool – 4/7
      Draw – 13/4
      Chelsea – 21/5

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      Who is Annie Kilner’s sister Sian?

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      ANNIE Walker’s life turned upside down when it was revealed her husband Kyle Walker had fathered a second child with Lauryn Goodman.The news broke in early 2024, and now Annie’s sister Sian has jumped to the defence of her sibling.
      Sian Kilner is Kyle Walker’s wife Annie’s sisterCredit: Instagram
      Who is Annie Kilner’s sister Sian?
      Unlike her famous sister Annie Kilner, Sian Kilner isn’t a celebrity but she still enjoys a jetset life.
      Thanks to her impressive social media following, she has become an Influencer like her sister.
      You clearly lack empathy but this level of evil is out of control and harms everyone especially the children.Sian Kilner (Talking about Lauryn Goodman)
      On her popular Instagram handle @siankilner, she likes to post lots of selfies of her glam nights out and luxury holidays.
      Sian is extremely close to her sister, and often posts pictures of them together, and calls Annie her “best friend”.
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      What has Annie Kilner’s sister Sian said?
      On January 29, 2024, Sian slammed Lauryn Goodman – the woman who her sister’s husband Kyle Walker has fathered two children with.
      It comes after the Man City defender opened up about losing his family in an astonishingly frank interview.
      Walker issued an apology to Annie, after admitting he fathered a second child with model Lauryn.
      Now Sian has slammed Lauryn in an Instagram post, saying she “lacked empathy”, and asked she give their family a “break”.
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      The post read: “@lauryngoodman91 When does your torment end? My sister who is now 7 months pregnant, has faced your cruelty for almost 5 years now.”
      “What’s your goal? To see how much stress you can put on a pregnant woman? To create a false victim narrative around what you did? You clearly lack empathy but this level of evil is out of control and harms everyone especially the children.
      “Stop accusing others: your true self is revealed. The so-called ‘loving relationship’ is a facade.
      “It’s not fooling anyone so why don’t you just give us all a break and stop.”
      In Walker’s exclusive interview with The Sun, he addressed his infidelity.
      The footballer told us: “What I’ve done is horrible and I take full responsibility.
      “I made idiot choices and idiot decisions. I can’t begin to think or imagine what Annie is going through. I’ve tried to ask her but there’s pain and hurt.
      “The man that’s meant to love, care and be there for her, did this.
      “There have been days in this ordeal where I’ve just wanted to curl up in a ball and go to sleep.
      “The only person to blame is me. I have roles and responsibilities that I’m aware of and I’ve made stupid choices. But I need to own up to my mistakes — I owe it to everyone.
      “My actions have caused a lot of pain to a lot of people. I’m sorry because, as a family, this isn’t meant to happen.”
      Where are Annie and Sian Kilner from?
      The two sisters grew up Sheffield, and knew Walker as teenagers.
      It was while at High School that Annie met her future husband.
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      The pair were childhood sweethearts and went onto marry in 2021.
      They have three children together, with another one due in 2024. More

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      Who is Marcus Rashford’s brother Dwaine Maynard?

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      DWAINE Maynard is the brother of Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford.But who is he and is he the footballer’s agent? Here’s everything you need to know.
      Marcus Rashford pictured watching from the stands alongside agent Dwaine MaynardCredit: Getty
      Who is Dwaine Maynard?
      Dwaine Maynard is the brother of professional footballer Marcus Rashford.
      The star also has three other older siblings – brother, Dane Rashford, two sisters, Chantelle and Claire, and a half-sister Tamara.
      Dwaine and Dane are involved in the world of sports and are part of the DNMay Sports Management team – ”Europe’s leading sports management organisation.”
      ”It’s actually not very safe for you to stop your car and do that.”Dwaine Maynard
      During a revealing interview with WSJ Magazine in 2021, Dwaine revealed just how kind the sports star really is.
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      Their report states that Rashford regularly used to roll down his car window to hand cash to kids or homeless people around Manchester.
      That was until Dwaine advised him he had to stop as there were more constructive ways to help.
      He said: ”It’s actually not very safe for you to stop your car and do that.”
      Is Dwaine Maynard Marcus’ agent?
      Rashford’s Manchester United and England careers have been thrown into question amid fears over his behaviour.
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      Dwaine, who is Marcus Rashford’s agent, joined the star for showdown talks with Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag in January 2024.
      It comes after he missed training claiming he was ill, before claims emerged he had been partying until the early hours of that morning in Belfast.
      Rashford was dropped from the Man Utd squad for the FA Cup tie against Newport County as punishment and fined two weeks’ wages worth £650,000.
      DN May Sports Management lists Marcus Rashford as a client, but the player is directly managed by Dwaine Maynard.
      How many brothers does Marcus Rashford have?
      As well as Dwaine, the footballer is also the brother of Dane Rashford – who also went on to represent Marcus professionally.
      In November 2023, it was reported that Dane was arrested on suspicion of attacking his girlfriend after discovering messages on her phone from a Premier League ace.
      At the time, Dane was held in Miami while holidaying in the US with partner Andrea Pocrnja.
      Dane, who has a £1.2million mansion in Wilmslow, Cheshire, spent two nights in Miami Dade county jail in a shared holding cell before his sister, Chantelle, paid a $1,500 bond.
      Dane pled not guilty to the charges of battery.
      The Rashford family closed ranks but Dane’s mugshot emerged online the following month — causing a split between Dane and Marcus’ other brother Dwaine Maynard, who looks after his career.
      A source said: “The arrest was embarrassing and has caused a lot of problems within the family. Marcus is firmly in the middle of it and trying to keep everyone happy, which is making him unhappy.”
      Dane has since been cleared of any wrongdoing.
      At the time a source told The Sun that Manchester United and England forward Marcus was devastated by the October 20 arrest.
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      They added: “Marcus has been having a tough time on the pitch and things in his personal life have contributed.
      “He’s split up with his fiancé Lucia — and now this.” More

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      Will Marcus Rashford play for Man Utd against Wolves?

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      MARCUS RASHFORD was left out of the Manchester United squad for their FA Cup fourth round triumph away at Newport County on Sunday.This was due to disciplinary reasons after the England forward phoned in sick to training following a boozy night out in Belfast last week.
      Marcus Rashford was on the scoresheet in his last Premier League outing against TottenhamCredit: GETTY
      He is believed to have been in Northern Ireland to see his friend and former academy team-mate Ro-Shaun Williams, who is currently playing for Larne FC.
      Rashford and his brother Dwaine Maynard spoke with manager Erik ten Hag at Carrington on Monday to discuss the situation.
      The Dutchman has previously warned the forward for partying after the Manchester Derby defeat in October.
      Will Marcus Rashford play for Man Utd against Wolves?
      Man Utd released the following statement concerning the situation on Monday: “Marcus has taken responsibility for his actions.
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      “This has been dealt with as an internal disciplinary matter, which is now closed.”
      With the matter closed, Rashford is available for selection for Man Utd’s Premier League clash away at Wolves on Thursday night.
      Boss Ten Hag said after Sunday’s win in Newport: “He reported ill. The rest is an internal matter and I will deal with that.”
      The forward scored in his last top-flight outing during the Red Devils’ 2-2 draw with Tottenham on January 14th.
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      Rashford has four goals in 26 appearances in all competitions this season.
      What time does Wolves vs Man Utd kick off and how can you watch the Premier League clash?

      Wolves vs Man Utd will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      The match will kick off at 8.15pm GMT, with coverage on TNT Sports 1 starting from 7.30pm.
      You can live stream the action via the discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog. More

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      Joshua Buatsi vs Dan Azeez: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for huge light-heavyweight clash

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      JOSHUA BUATSI faces another tough test as he takes on Dan Azeez in a cracking British light-heavyweight clash this weekend. The bout will be contested over 12 rounds for Azeez’s British, Commonwealth and European titles at 175lbs.
      Joshua Buatsi’s biggest win came against Craig Richards in May 2022Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Dan Azeez is the British, Commonwealth and European champion at light-heavyweight
      The winner will likely set themselves up for a huge world title showdown against WBA world champion Dmitry Bivol.
      Azeez and Buatsi were supposed to clash towards the end of 2023, but an injury to the former set the fight back a few months.
      Now the pair are set to clash in the capital, with the victor set to take home the ultimate boxing bragging rights.
      When is Buatsi vs Azeez?

      Buatsi’s clash with Azeez will take place on Saturday, February 3.
      The main card will get going from 7pm, with the main event expected to start at around 10.30pm GMT.
      Wembley Arena will play host to the light-heavyweight match-up.

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Buatsi vs Azeez will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Arena.
      The action gets underway from 7pm on Arena and 8.30pm on Main Event.
      You can live stream the card from the Sky Go or NOW TV app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Buatsi vs Azeez full card

      Joshua Buatsi vs Dan Azeez (light-heavyweight)
      Adam Azim (C) vs Enock Poulsen (European super-lightweight title)
      Caroline Dubois vs Miranda Reyes (vacant IBO women’s lightweight title)
      Ben Whittaker vs Khalid Graidia (light-heavyweight)
      Francesca Hennessy vs Laura Belen Valdebenito (bantamweight)
      Jeamie TKV vs Kostiantyn Dovbyshchenko (heavyweight) More

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      When does the 2024 January transfer window close? All info as Premier League teams scramble before deadline day

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      TIME is running out for clubs to get their business done in the January transfer window – and there could be some blockbuster deals in the pipeline.Jadon Sancho was frozen out of the Manchester United first team by Erik ten Hag before returning to Borussia Dortmund on loan.
      Jadon Sancho went on loan back to Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty
      Timo Werner completed a shock loan move to TottenhamCredit: Rex
      Ex-Chelsea star Timo Werner made a shock switch from RB Leipzig to join up with Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham.
      And all eyes are on Brentford’s talisman Ivan Toney as teams circle in an attempt to land his signature this winter.
      But when exactly does the January transfer window slam shut?
      When does the January transfer window close?
      The January transfer window will officially close for Premier League sides THIS Thursday, February 1 at 11pm GMT.
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      However, leagues across Europe have agreed to the same deadline to make sure that deals cannot be completed outside of the window in England.
      This means clubs in La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A and the Bundesliga also have to wrap up their deals by Thursday, February 1 at 11pm.
      It is the same time for the Championship clubs and the rest of the EFL.
      What notable deals have been completed in the January transfer window?
      Jadon Sancho returning back to Borussia Dortmund from Manchester United has been arguably the biggest deal of the window.
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      However, another huge deal this January is out-of-favour Manchester City star Kalvin Phillips making the loan switch to West Ham.
      Kalvin Phillips made the switch from Man City to West HamCredit: Getty
      Tottenham have also been busy as they recruited Timo Werner on loan as well as beating Bayern Munich to former Genoa star Radu Dragusin for £25million.
      In terms of outgoings, Chelsea starlet Ian Maatsen joined Borussia Dortmund during the same week as Sancho.
      And Sergio Reguilon ended his loan spell with the Red Devils before joining Brentford in another loan deal. More