The chaos of deadline day means surprise deals are very rarely off the table.
While clubs consider their moves for days before making a bid in the summer, when it comes to the final day of the January transfer window, that gets massively accelerated. Senior figures at clubs know they do not have time on their side and that is reflected in the crazy nature of deadline day.
Several players have been linked with moves all month, but on Thursday, they could actually come to fruition. Teams will need to back up that interest with bids if they want the men on their shortlist and several Premier League switches could take place before the day is done.
We take a look at several names who've been in the gossip columns all month, but remain at their current employers, yet could find new homes by Friday.
The Bournemouth frontman has enjoyed his best season in the top flight to date, proving that he is more the capable in the Premier League as he begins to realise his potential. Solanke's spells at Chelsea and Liverpool failed to work out as planned, but he's now impressing with the Cherries. He will be vital to their survival hopes and yet his exploits in front of goal have attracted interest from the likes of Tottenham and Newcastle. A notable bid could yet turn Bournemouth's head, even this late in the day.
He remains on the periphery at Stamford Bridge and, like so many in Blue, aren't quite sure where they stand in the pecking order. Broja has previously impressed when given regular minutes and needs that exposure to continue his development. Several teams, including fierce rivals Fulham, have been linked with a move with Chelsea able to command a decent fee for the Armenian. Even if they sanction a loan departure, that could suit
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