Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang future unknown as Donny Van De Beek makes Everton move

The immediate future of Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was the biggest unknown heading into the final hours of the January transfer window.

The 32-year-old former Gunners captain arrived in Barcelona on Monday morning, sparking rumours of a loan move to the LaLiga side.

The Gabon international returned home early from the Africa Cup of Nations due to health reasons but has not played for the Gunners since being disciplined by the club in December.

He had been linked with a loan move this January, with Barcelona among the clubs reportedly showing an interest.

But the PA news agency understands that talks remain ongoing between the Catalan giants and Arsenal, despite Aubameyang’s movements, with the salary contributions reportedly a sticking point.

New Everton boss Frank Lampard made an immediate splash in the market having been appointed as Rafael Benitez’s replacement at Goodison Park.

Manchester United midfielder Donny Van De Beek joined on loan for the rest of the season – the PA news agency understands no option to purchase Van De Beek permanently was included in the deal, which sees wages covered on top of a loan fee.

It is also believed the Toffees have agreed a fee with Spurs for England midfielder Dele Alli and Everton will not have to pay an initial fee for the 25-year-old, with a substantial fee payable if and when certain conditions are met.

Tottenham were having a busy day of it, even with the future of Alli uncertain.

Having confirmed the departure of their club-record signing Tanguy Ndombele, who rejoined former club Lyon on loan until the end of the season, Tottenham soon announced two new arrivals from Juventus.

Rodrigo Bentancur signed a four-and-a-half-year deal at the Tottenham Hotspur