Barcelona intensifies its pursuit of Rodri, making an increased bid of £51.4m to secure the Manchester City midfielder. The 30-year-old Spaniard remains a key target for the Catalan club as negotiations continue. (Sport - in Spanish)

Cristian Romero, the 28-year-old Argentine centre-back, expresses a desire to join Arsenal; however, Tottenham is determined not to let him transfer to their London rivals. Additionally, Romero is also considered by Barcelona, especially as they prepare to loan out Ronald Araujo to Liverpool. (Sun, Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

In a significant move, Nottingham Forest is set to acquire Ousmane Diomande, a 22-year-old centre-back from Sporting, for £34m. (Athletic - subscription required)

Meanwhile, Ferran Torres, 26, has informed Barcelona of his wish to join Paris St-Germain after reaching personal agreements with the French champions. (ESPN)

In a potential swap deal, Everton and Crystal Palace are discussing a trade involving Dwight McNeil and Brennan Johnson. (Times - subscription required)

Tottenham is reportedly in advanced talks with Manchester City regarding a deal for Brazilian winger Savinho. A package around £60m is believed to be sufficient to finalize the transfer. (Football Insider)

Aston Villa is nearing a deal for Matteo Ruggeri, a 24-year-old left-back from Atletico Madrid. (Athletic)

Southampton's Shea Charles, 22, remains a target for Leeds, contingent on surpassing Fulham's current £30m bid. (Football Insider)

In other news, Niclas Fullkrug has reached terms with Venezia, but his move is stalled due to West Ham's asking price. (Bild - in German)

Lastly, West Ham has reportedly agreed in principle to sign Manor Solomon, 27, from Tottenham. (Athletic)