Chelsea has entered the competition alongside Arsenal to acquire Eli Junior Kroupi, Bournemouth's promising 19-year-old forward, despite the Cherries firmly stating he is not for sale.

Fulham and Everton have set their sights on Harry Wilson, the 29-year-old Wales midfielder, who is available on a free transfer when his contract expires in June. Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is particularly interested, having been allocated a £100m transfer budget following the club's Europa League success.

In a bold move, Manchester United expresses confidence in securing the signatures of Sandro Tonali and Ederson, both 26-year-old midfielders, this summer.

Brighton is negotiating with Olympiacos for Costinha, a 26-year-old Portuguese right-back, with a fee around £11m.

Meanwhile, Arsenal and Juventus are monitoring Tijjani Reijnders, the 27-year-old midfielder from Manchester City, who has seen limited playing time since his transfer last summer.

Newcastle plans to target Matias Fernandez-Pardo, a 21-year-old Belgian forward from Porto, contingent on the departure of Anthony Gordon.

Manchester United also considers Lewis Hall, a 21-year-old left-back from Newcastle, as a top option for next season, amid interest from Bayern Munich and Liverpool.

Additionally, Inter Milan contemplates a bid for Kepa Arrizabalaga, the 31-year-old goalkeeper from Arsenal.

Lastly, Arsenal is poised to reward Jurrien Timber, their 24-year-old Netherlands defender, with a new contract.