Arsenal are working to secure the signature of Atletico Madrid and Argentina international Julian Alvarez, 26, with the goal of completing the move before the start of pre-season.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa are in the final stages of signing 20-year-old Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi from Freiburg, effectively hijacking Newcastle’s pursuit of the youngster.
In managerial news, former Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, 57, has emerged as a primary candidate for the Italy national team vacancy, following the appointment of Paulo Maldini as the country’s technical head.
Bayern Munich remain confident in their ability to secure a long-term contract extension for Harry Kane, 32, despite sustained interest from Europe’s elite clubs, including Real Madrid.
Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemovic continues to attract Premier League attention, with Newcastle, Sunderland, Leeds, and Bournemouth all monitoring the 23-year-old Bosnia-Herzegovina international.
Chelsea have identified Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, 22, as a target after Liverpool and Manchester United stepped back from their pursuit of the England international.
Roma are targeting 22-year-old Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea, while also showing interest in 21-year-old Belgian winger Diego Moreira from Strasbourg.
Celtic are weighing a move for Manchester United’s Czech goalkeeper Radek Vitek, 22, following his impressive loan spell at Bristol City last season.
Atalanta have entered contract extension talks with Ederson after a proposed move to Manchester United collapsed. Newcastle continue to maintain their interest in the 27-year-old Brazilian midfielder.
Sunderland are hoping to make Roma’s 23-year-old Argentinian winger Matias Soule their first summer acquisition, with the player’s valuation set at approximately €35m (£30m).
Newcastle are currently exploring options for a new first-choice goalkeeper and have held discussions regarding Parma’s 23-year-old Japanese shot-stopper Zion Suzuki.
Finally, Tottenham and Newcastle are both monitoring Manchester City’s 27-year-old Egyptian midfielder Omar Marmoush.
