Transfer Update: Barcelona Contemplating Bid for Partey; Manchester United Puts Forward Offer for Raphinha.

Barcelona is contemplating a potential move for Thomas Partey in the upcoming January transfer window, though uncertainties persist regarding Arsenal’s willingness to release him. Fichajes reports that Barcelona has included Thomas Partey in their list of midfield targets for January. The Arsenal midfielder, valued at €50 million, is currently sidelined due to injury, but it remains unclear if Arsenal is open to his departure next month.

In other transfer news, Manchester United has proposed a deal to Barcelona, suggesting the exchange of Jadon Sancho for Brazilian winger Raphinha, as reported by Sport. The Catalan club is reportedly open to the idea of letting Raphinha go in the winter transfer window. However, the potential swap won’t come cheap, with Barcelona placing a valuation of around £79 million ($100 million) on the South American winger, significantly more than the £55 million they paid for him 18 months ago.

Manchester United has also entered the race to sign Galatasaray defender Sacha Boey, according to Turkish outlet Fanatik. The Red Devils, alongside Leeds United and Marseille, are exploring the conditions of a potential deal for the right-back. Boey, who has previously been linked with Arsenal, has attracted attention with his performances in domestic competitions and the Champions League.

Newcastle United is reportedly ready to make a substantial offer of €70 million to secure the services of 22-year-old Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio, who is also a target for Real Madrid. Fichajes suggests that Newcastle is keen on signing the Sporting CP centre-back, making them prepared to meet the hefty transfer fee for the 22-year-old player, who has garnered interest from the Spanish giants.