Everton finds itself in a precarious position as the transfer window closes, now considering a surprise move for Jamie Vardy, a free agent, after the collapse of the Folarin Balogun deal. With just one recognized striker remaining, the Toffees are looking to bolster their attacking options, according to The Sun.

In other notable transfer news:

• Chelsea is targeting former Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum to fill the void left by Enzo Fernandez.
• Manchester United has decided against pursuing left-back David Raum from RB Leipzig, citing concerns that it could disrupt their ongoing transfer strategy.

As the Premier League season heats up, Chelsea has also been spotted training with gum shields and rugby pads in preparation for their upcoming clash against Arsenal. Meanwhile, Arsenal's Bruno Guimaraes and Cristhian Mosquera were absent from training on Thursday, raising doubts about their availability for the match.

In the wider football landscape, Leroy Sane, the former Manchester City winger, reportedly feels frustrated with his lack of playing time at Galatasaray. Additionally, Ghana has reappointed Carlos Queiroz as head coach, just two months after his resignation following the World Cup.