Highlights: Wirths shines as Liverpool secure decisive win against Newcastle
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However, the month was a big expense for both teams.
West Ham, on the other hand, had Lucas Paqueta largely sidelined and introduced Pablo Felipe, Tati Castellanos and Adama Traore in an effort to keep the Hammers at the top of the table.
Other teams have chosen not to spend any money at all after spending a lot of money in the summer.
As usual, the January transfer window was not as busy as the summer transfer window, but there were still some big transfers that could shake up proceedings as the season progresses.
So who are the winners and losers in January?
It’s time to voice your opinion on which clubs and players benefited the most. Please vote below.
Best sign?
Antoine Semenyo
Mark Gehi
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Highlights: Semenyo enjoys dream debut as Man City reach 10 points past Exeter
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oscar bob
As is often the case in modern football, once a transfer occurs there is a domino effect. The same goes for Oscar Bobb’s move to Fulham. The Norwegian looked destined to get his chance at City last season, but a pre-season break meant he only made three Premier League appearances. This season, with the addition of Semenyo, they have gained nine, but Bob finds himself on the scrap heap. But make no mistake: he is a hugely talented player who could have a big impact on Fulham’s European dreams.
Tati Castellanos
West Ham have struggled for consistency in their forward line and have brought in Castellanos from Lazio now that Niklas Furkruk has moved to AC Milan. The Argentine finished as the Serie A team’s top scorer last season and was very prolific with New York FC in MLS, scoring 49 goals in 101 games. He distinguished himself early on, scoring the winning goal in the FA Cup win over QPR, and was instrumental in West Ham’s impressive run in the Premier League, defeating both Tottenham and Sunderland.
Who did the best in the January transfer window?
manchester city
With the additions of Guehi and Semenyo, there is little doubt that City are one of the biggest winners of this transfer window. These moves will give City a strong squad to chase the Premier League title in the short term, but once the likes of Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and Jeremy Doku return from injury, City will once again be rich enough to be the envy of Europe.
west ham
It has been a very busy period for West Ham, with Paqueta’s tumultuous time at the London Stadium coming to an end and players who struggled to live up to expectations in Fulkrug, James Ward-Prowse and Guido Rodriguez also leaving the club. Therefore, there was space to bring in three attacking names: Felipe, Castellanos and Traore. All three could bring new impetus to an attack that has been overly reliant on Jarrod Bowen, as Nuno Espirito Santo looks to keep the Hammers afloat.
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Highlights: Fernandes’ stunning goal gives West Ham important win over Sunderland
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Fulham
It may seem like an overstatement, but Fulham should be praised for signing a player of Bob’s quality without making any big moves, despite their interest in Harry Wilson. They have given themselves every chance to achieve great things by securing one of the European spots for next season under coach Marco Silva. Who would have imagined that at the beginning of the season?
Aston Villa
Villa have had an excellent season, moving up the table four points behind Arsenal and are considered one of the favorites to win the UEFA Europa League. At a critical moment, they needed depth behind Ollie Watkins, so they signed fan-favourite Tammy Abraham after a loan spell at Villa Park. As injuries began to mount in midfield, they brought back Douglas Luiz, another player who is adored by the fans and who knew the club and Unai Emery’s style from his previous time at Birmingham. Brazilian Alisson doesn’t have much of a future. It may not have been the flashiest window, but it could prove to be one of the most effective.
Who struggled in the January transfer window?
liverpool
crystal palace
Although Crystal Palace lost key personnel, a strong case could be made that there is both good and bad for them, as they replaced them astutely and quickly, with the exception of centre-back. Brennan Johnson adds more pace to an already fast offense, and Evan Gesand looks to get his career back on track. Strand Larsen starred for Wolves last season, while Jean-Philippe Mateta ended up staying after his move to AC Milan was scrapped due to medical issues. It remains to be seen what will become of Mateta, but it could prove costly if he is unable to find a suitable replacement for Guehi.
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Highlight: Macclesfield SHOCK Holder Crystal Palace used in cup set for many years
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wolf
Wolves may already feel there is little point in adding players now, as their chances of survival are so slim, and they may have a point. There has been marked improvement under Rob Edwards and the plan may simply be to field a team ready to make a quick comeback from the Championship. Strand Larsen are looking for big money, signing midfielder Angel Gomez on loan from Marseille on deadline day and signing Adam Armstrong from Southampton for £7m.
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