In the latest transfer news, Chelsea has reached out to former Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum, 35, regarding a potential free transfer after his exit from Al-Ettifaq earlier this summer.

Meanwhile, Arsenal is considering a move for Bournemouth's promising 20-year-old striker Eli Junior Kroupi in January. Assistant manager Gabriel Heinze also contacted Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez, 29, about a transfer, but the club declined to entertain any offers before the window closed.

The pursuit for Bayer Leverkusen's young forward Christian Kofane, 20, continues for both Newcastle and Aston Villa as the transfer window prepares to reopen.

In other news, Manchester United opted against signing a left-back due to a lack of suitable options in the final days of the transfer window.

Everton turned down a late £65 million bid from Chelsea for midfielder James Garner, 25, citing the timing of the offer as a crucial factor.

Former Manchester United striker Anthony Martial, 30, is currently a free agent and is actively seeking a return to the Premier League.

Despite a challenging end to the transfer window, Everton has stated they will not explore the free-agent market. Lastly, Tottenham's Richarlison, 29, has made a move to Trabzonspor, agreeing to a salary three times his current earnings at Spurs.