Chelsea allow Liverpool to complete major January signing with deal approved

Chelsea are reportedly open to allowing right-back Malo Gusto to leave in the January transfer window following prior interest from Liverpool. Liverpool previously attempted to sign Gusto on loan during the summer deadline, but talks collapsed after Chelsea insisted on a permanent £75 million transfer. With Gusto failing to start any of Chelsea's last six Premier League matches under manager Xabi Alonso, the French defender is reportedly ready to exit Stamford Bridge.

A potential January deal for Gusto could impact Liverpool's defense, potentially reducing the likelihood of completing a permanent €55 million deal for loanee Ronald Araujo. The report also notes that Manchester City and Tottenham are monitoring Gusto's situation ahead of the mid-season window, though Chelsea would likely need to reduce their original asking price to facilitate an agreement.