Arsenal is making a bold move to sign Julian Alvarez, the 22-year-old striker from Atletico Madrid and Argentina, ahead of the upcoming pre-season. This strategic signing aims to bolster their attacking options. (Independent)

In a surprising twist, Aston Villa is finalizing a deal for Johan Manzambi, a 20-year-old midfielder from Freiburg and Switzerland, who was initially set to join Newcastle. (Athletic - requires subscription)

Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola, the former manager of Manchester City, has emerged as a candidate to take over as the new manager of Italy, following Paulo Maldini's appointment as the country's technical head. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian)

Bayern Munich remains optimistic about securing a long-term contract for Harry Kane, the 32-year-old England striker, despite increasing interest from elite clubs like Real Madrid. (TeamTalk)

Tarik Muharemovic, a 23-year-old defender from Sassuolo, continues to attract attention from several Premier League clubs, including Newcastle, Sunderland, Leeds, and Bournemouth. (Corriere dello Sport via Football Italia)

Chelsea is eyeing a potential move for Adam Wharton, a 22-year-old midfielder from Crystal Palace, after interest from Liverpool and Manchester United has waned. (Caught Offside)

Roma is pursuing Alejandro Garnacho, a 22-year-old winger from Chelsea, and is also interested in Diego Moreira, a 21-year-old from Strasbourg, Chelsea's sister club. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian)

Celtic has expressed interest in Radek Vitek, a 22-year-old Czech goalkeeper from Manchester United, following his impressive loan spell at Bristol City last season. (Football Insider)

Atalanta is in talks with Ederson about extending his contract after a proposed move to Manchester United fell through, while Newcastle remains interested in the 27-year-old Brazilian midfielder. (L'Eco di Bergamo - in Italian)

Lastly, Sunderland aims to secure Matias Soule, a 23-year-old winger from Roma, as their first signing of the summer, with a valuation around €35m (£30m). (Northern Echo)

Newcastle is also in discussions regarding Zion Suzuki, a 23-year-old goalkeeper from Parma, as they seek to establish a new main goalkeeper.