Top Transfers of January 2025 – The Most Expensive Signings

1️⃣ Jhon Durán to Al Nassr (€77m)

The Colombian striker has secured the most expensive move of the window, leaving Aston Villa for Saudi club Al Nassr. At just 20 years old, Durán’s transfer signals Saudi Pro League’s continued ambition to attract top young talents. He will now team up with Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mané, and Marcelo Brozović in Riyadh.

2️⃣ Omar Marmoush to Manchester City (€75m)

Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush has taken a massive leap in his career, moving from Eintracht Frankfurt to Manchester City. Known for his pace and dribbling, he could provide Pep Guardiola with additional attacking depth, especially with Erling Haaland and Julián Álvarez needing rotation options.

3️⃣ Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG (€70m)

After becoming a superstar at Napoli, Kvaratskhelia joins Paris Saint-Germain in a big-money move. The Georgian winger is expected to replace Kylian Mbappé, who is rumored to leave PSG in the summer. This transfer strengthens PSG’s attack alongside Ousmane Dembélé and Gonçalo Ramos.

4️⃣ Manchester City’s Spending Spree

Man City has dominated this window, securing four players:

This massive spending suggests that Guardiola is preparing for a squad rebuild, especially with key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker entering their 30s.

5️⃣ Xavi Simons to Bayern Munich (€50m)

The Dutch midfield sensation continues his impressive rise, securing a move to Bayern Munich. Simons, who was loaned back to PSV after joining PSG, is now set to compete with Jamal Musiala and Thomas Müller for a starting spot.

6️⃣ Palmeiras Breaks the South American Transfer Record

Brazilian club Palmeiras has made history by spending €50m on Galeno, a talented winger from FC Porto. This makes him one of the most expensive signings ever for a South American club, signaling their intent to dominate Copa Libertadores.

7️⃣ AC Milan Secures Santiago Gimenez (€32m)

AC Milan strengthens its attack with Santiago Gimenez, the Mexican striker who has been outstanding at Feyenoord. With Olivier Giroud aging, Gimenez is expected to take over as Milan’s main striker.

Saudi Pro League Continues to Grow – Jhon Durán’s move highlights how Saudi clubs are now competing for young talents, not just aging stars.

Manchester City Invests in the Future – City’s multiple signings indicate Pep Guardiola’s long-term squad planning.

PSG Prepares for Life After Mbappé – The signing of Kvaratskhelia suggests that PSG is preparing for a future without their superstar forward.

South American Clubs Are Spending Big – Palmeiras' huge signing of Galeno could be a turning point for South American clubs in the transfer market.

📢 Final Thoughts

The January 2025 transfer window has been full of surprises, with unexpected big-money moves across different leagues. As we enter the second half of the season, fans will be eager to see how these new signings perform for their clubs.