Kees Smit continues to attract attention from top clubs, with Liverpool scouting the Netherlands midfielder during AZ Alkmaar's recent Europa League match against Sunderland. Valued at £51.5m, the 20-year-old is also on the radar of Chelsea, Tottenham, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa.

Manchester United is keeping a close watch on Jarrad Branthwaite, a 24-year-old Everton and England defender, as they assess his performances in the league.

In a competitive race, Tottenham leads the pursuit for Arthur Dias, a 19-year-old Brazil defender from Athletico Paranaense, who is valued at 30m euros. Other interested parties include Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and Brentford.

Monaco has confirmed intentions to sell Folarin Balogun in January after the 25-year-old striker opted against a move to Everton on deadline day.

Additionally, Liverpool and Chelsea are showing interest in Lamine Camara, a 22-year-old midfielder whose transfer could materialize in January.

Real Madrid is reportedly targeting 17-year-old Moroccan talent Abdellah Ouazane from Ajax, while Newcastle United is set to reignite their interest in Bo Hegland, a 22-year-old Djurgarden midfielder, after he declined a summer move.

Lastly, Arsenal, Brighton, and Aston Villa are monitoring Luca Weinhandl, a 17-year-old midfielder from Sturm Graz, valued at £20m. Tottenham is also considering a move for free agent Mauro Icardi, although they would not be able to register the 33-year-old until January. Meanwhile, Manchester City and Liverpool are vying for Felix Nmecha, a 25-year-old Germany midfielder, with Borussia Dortmund reportedly seeking 80-90m euros.