Arsenal is actively considering a move for John Stones as a potential replacement for the injured William Saliba. The 32-year-old England defender could be signed on a free transfer if Saliba's injury is confirmed to be long-term, according to reports from the Sun.

In other transfer news, Chelsea has initiated formal discussions with Crystal Palace regarding a transfer for Maxence Lacroix. The 26-year-old France defender is valued at around £55 million by the Eagles, as noted by Talksport.

Hull City is also looking to strengthen their squad, engaging in talks with Aston Villa to acquire Leon Bailey, the 28-year-old Jamaica winger.

New Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa aims to make moves for two players from his former club Real Madrid: Franco Mastantuono, an 18-year-old Argentina winger, and Gonzalo Garcia, a 22-year-old Spain forward.

In addition, Bologna's 23-year-old English winger Jonathan Rowe remains a target for both Aston Villa and Chelsea.

Hull City is closing in on a deal for Matt Targett, a 30-year-old former Newcastle left-back who is currently a free agent.

Liverpool is preparing to join Manchester United in pursuit of Manu Kone, a 25-year-old France midfielder currently at Roma.

Aston Villa has held discussions with Chelsea regarding the potential signings of both Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho this summer.

Meanwhile, AC Milan's Rafael Leao prefers a move to the Premier League over Turkey, with Aston Villa being a possible destination.

Lazio is targeting Aaron Wan-Bissaka, a 28-year-old DR Congo defender at West Ham, who is also on Arsenal's radar.

Finally, Juventus has set its sights on Emiliano Martinez, Aston Villa's 33-year-old Argentina international goalkeeper, while keeping an eye on David de Gea from Fiorentina. Everton could also enter the race to sign Djed Spence, a 25-year-old England defender from Tottenham.