Southampton have completed the signing of Dinamo Zagreb forward Mislav Orsic. The 21-year-old Croatian has signed a contract to join the club until June of next year.
Mislav Orsic joins Southampton from Dinamo Zagreb
Southampton have signed Croatian winger Mislav Orsic on a two-and-a-half-year contract. The transfer is a deal worth PS8m plus add-ons, according to Sky Sports News.
In addition to his stellar performance for Dinamo Zagreb, Orsic has a notable pedigree on the European stage. For example, he scored a hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur in the 2020 Europa League.
Orsic also made a memorable World Cup appearance for Croatia. He was a part of the side that finished third at the 2022 tournament in Qatar. Not only did he score a hat-trick, he registered two assists as well.
Southampton's offer for Orsic is a little short on numbers but it's certainly a notch above what Dinamo Zagreb were able to offer. It may not be as big a deal as the PS8m deal but it's definitely a sign of intent on the part of the Seagulls koora4live.
Lorient striker Terem Moffi is also on Southampton's radar
The Super Eagles forward Terem Moffi has attracted interest from a number of clubs. He is a Nigerian player who has had an excellent season with Lorient. Currently, he sits third in the Ligue 1 goal-scoring charts with 10 goals.
He is considered a top target for Southampton. They need reinforcements in the attack, as well as in the central midfield. Aston Villa are also interested in the former Kauno Zalgiris striker. But West Ham United and Crystal Palace are also monitoring the situation.
Since joining Lorient, Moffi has contributed to a successful return to Ligue 1. He has scored a total of ten goals, and has been a regular scorer for the team this season.
Chelsea sign France defender Benoit Badiashile from Monaco
Chelsea have signed Benoit Badiashile from Monaco on a seven and a half year contract. The 21-year-old left-sided centre-back has joined the Blues to bolster their defence.
Badiashile has impressed for Monaco in Ligue 1 this season. His performances have seen him score six goals and register three assists. He also made his senior international debut against Austria in September.
Badiashile is a strong, tenacious defender who is very comfortable with the ball at his feet. He is also very quick. He is one of the most promising young players in France.
Badiashile is likely to make his Premier League debut against Fulham on 12 January. This move comes as a boost for Chelsea who have suffered injury problems at the back this season. It also gives Graham Potter options at the back.
PSV and Liverpool agree on transfer of Cody Gakpo
Cody Gakpo has joined Liverpool from PSV Eindhoven. This is the first signing of the January transfer window. Although it was not disclosed how much Gakpo would cost Liverpool, the move will be the biggest ever at the club.
In recent years, Liverpool has been lacking quality forwards. That is why the club was in the market for a versatile player. The Dutch forward is only 23 years old, and his versatility allows him to play across the front line. He also has experience in the left wing, which would be a great fit for the current squad.
During the summer, Gakpo had interest from a number of clubs. Manchester United were among the names most frequently mentioned. But the Reds were ultimately trumped by Liverpool.
Divock Origi on a free transfer to Milan
Ahead of the January transfer window closing, AC Milan have confirmed that Divock Origi has signed a contract with the club. This will see Origi joining the Italian giants until June 2026.
After eight years at Liverpool, Origi has decided to move on. His contract at Anfield expired and he has been linked with a number of clubs. AC Milan have been keen to sign him. He will compete with Ante Rebic and Olivier Giroud for a place in the first-team.
The Belgian international was a vital squad member in Jurgen Klopp's side. He often scored crucial goals for the club. One such goal was the game-winning strike against Everton in the 2018 Merseyside derby.
