The transfer window is alive with action as clubs across Europe move swiftly to bolster their squads before the season kicks off.
From blockbuster bids to last-minute hijacks, here is a roundup of the latest transfer rumours and deals, as reported by trusted sources.
Brentford forward Yoane Wissa is eyeing a reunion with former boss Thomas Frank, now at Tottenham, despite interest from Newcastle United, according to Talksport. The 28-year-old DR Congo international could be Spurs’ next attacking reinforcement as they reshape under new leadership.
In midfield movements, Teamtalk reveals that Everton have launched a bid for Douglas Luiz, currently at Juventus. The 27-year-old Brazilian is also attracting attention from Aston Villa and West Ham, setting up a potential transfer tug-of-war.
Over at Arsenal, the Gunners are pushing hard to secure Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon, with Football Transfers reporting that a medical for the 27-year-old Swedish striker is already being scheduled. Meanwhile, Bild notes that an earlier approach for João Palhinha failed, as Bayern Munich stood firm on their valuation for the Portuguese midfield powerhouse.
Wolves are closing in on John Arias, a Colombian winger from Fluminense, in a deal confirmed by ESPN. Across the Midlands, Nottingham Forest are working behind the scenes to tie down Morgan Gibbs-White amid growing interest from Tottenham, reports Givemesport.
Leeds United are in active discussions to land Igor Paixao from Feyenoord, as per Sky Sports, while West Ham are making moves for Kyle Walker-Peters, now a free agent after exiting Southampton, according to Talksport.
On the continent, Sky Sports Italia reports Inter Milan are attempting to secure Ademola Lookman on loan with a £34.6m obligation to buy. However, Atalanta are holding out for a straight £43.2m sale.
Luton Town are set to sign 22-year-old Irish goalkeeper Josh Keeley from Tottenham, with Standard confirming the deal after the shot-stopper failed to agree on new terms with Spurs.
Arsenal have reportedly beaten Liverpool to the signature of 17-year-old striker Will Wright from Salford City, with Mail stating a £200,000 fee has been agreed.
Fabrizio Romano reports Roma are in talks with Brighton over a potential move for 20-year-old forward Evan Ferguson. Meanwhile, Newcastle are eyeing a triple defensive boost, targeting Nicolo Savona from Juventus, Giorgio Scalvini from Atalanta, and Cesar Tarrega from Valencia (Sky Sports).
In a potential Galactico switch, Talksport claims Liverpool have held early talks with Real Madrid over a deal for Rodrygo, should Luis Diaz be sold this summer.
AC Milan are exploring a deal for Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United, reports Sky Sports, as they look to refresh their attacking options.
Back in the Premier League, Ben Jacobs reveals that West Ham have made contact with Manchester City over a loan move for Jack Grealish, with Everton also keen.
Both Sunderland and Bournemouth have seen £23m bids rejected for Lille’s French defender Bafode Diakite, with L’Equipe reporting the Ligue 1 side are holding out for £34m.
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