Welcome to one of the busiest winter transfer windows in Premier League history, where clubs spent nearly £400 million to secure top talent.
Moreover, Manchester City alone accounted for almost half that sum, while other sides like Tottenham, Fulham, Aston Villa, Brighton, and Wolves also bolstered their squads. In addition, these blockbuster deals have brought a fresh wave of WAGs to the stands, supporting their stars both on and off the pitch. Therefore, Mail Sport takes an exclusive look at the new faces set to light up the 2024–25 campaign.
At Tottenham, all eyes are on 19-year-old forward Mathys Tel, who joined on loan from Bayern Munich following a dramatic deadline-day U-turn. Furthermore, Tel did not arrive alone; he brought along the 20-year-old French supermodel Indira Ampiot, a top-30 contender at Miss Universe 2024. Additionally, Ampiot has already captivated fans with her 435,000 Instagram followers and was recently spotted at Bayern’s games in Germany. Consequently, the couple is generating plenty of buzz in North London.
At Fulham, the return of 36-year-old Willian has certainly raised eyebrows. Notably, Willian completed a shock comeback as a free agent after leaving Olympiacos in December 2024. Moreover, his long-standing partner, Vanessa Martins, stands firmly by his side. The Brazilian beauty—six years his senior—is a qualified lawyer and the founder of the WV digital agency. In addition, the pair, who married in 2011 after a four-year romance, share twin daughters, Manuella and Valentinia, and regularly showcase their globetrotting adventures on social media.
Advertisement
Latest Press Conference
We’re on Social Media
Aston Villa also made headlines by acquiring Dutch forward Donyell Malen after a month-long saga with Borussia Dortmund. The fee started at £21 million and could rise to £27.7 million, as the former Arsenal academy standout aims to make his mark. Furthermore, Malen has long been supported by his partner, Delisha Malen, who graduated from a business school in Eindhoven in 2019 and also holds a make-up artist qualification. In addition, the couple shares a child, and Delisha’s heartfelt Instagram caption—“So blessed. Proud of you and ready for our next chapter”—perfectly encapsulates their bond.
Manchester City has made a significant splash this window with the signing of La Masia product Nico Gonzalez from Porto for £50.2 million. The Spanish midfielder is expected to enhance quality and ball control in the Citizens’ midfield. Moreover, Gonzalez’s transition to England will be eased by his girlfriend, Adriana Escala Prio, who hails from Barcelona. Notably, Adriana maintains an active Instagram presence with over 6,000 followers and frequently shares charming snapshots of her horse and her two-year-old dog. Consequently, their joint move promises a seamless start both on and off the pitch.
Man City Transfers
Furthermore, Manchester City continued its transfer spree by securing two promising youngsters. First, Brazilian wonderkid Vitor Reis, a 19-year-old hailed as one of South America’s brightest prospects, joined from Palmeiras for £29.4 million. His girlfriend, Isabella Alvarez, recently attended the Etihad Stadium during a 3–1 win over Chelsea and even shared a match-day TikTok donning the Cityzens’ shirt. In addition, 19-year-old Argentinian Claudio Echeverri signed in January 2024 after a year at River Plate. Notably, his partner Melissa Fernandez plays as a defender for River Plate’s women’s team and sports the number three jersey. Together, these dynamic duos are set to electrify the Etihad.
Meanwhile, Brighton has bolstered its ranks with the arrival of Paraguay international Diego Gomez, who joined on a pre-agreed transfer on January 1. The 21-year-old, once a teammate of Lionel Messi, now looks to make an impact in Sussex. Moreover, he enjoys a glamorous off-field life with social media influencer and model Geraldine Villagra, who adores traveling to Paris, London, and Orlando. Consequently, Geraldine’s heartfelt messages of encouragement have already won over many Brighton fans, adding extra sparkle to the Amex Stadium.
Finally, Wolves have improved their Premier League survival odds with the signing of defensive midfielder Marshall Munetsi from Stade Reims for £15 million. The 28-year-old now steps into the fray alongside his wife, Anotida Makove, whom he married at the end of 2022. Notably, the couple shares a child and frequently posts heartwarming family moments on social media. In addition, Anotida expressed her joy by saying, “We share the same values and beliefs. He is someone I’ve always prayed for.” Ultimately, their partnership epitomizes the unwavering support behind the emerging football talent this season.
