Premier League clubs are scrambling to complete transfers as the new season begins tonight, with Alexander Isak reportedly on strike at Newcastle to force through a move to Liverpool. The Swedish striker is training away from the first-team squad and could face fines if he misses competitive games.
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Brighton for midfielder Carlos Baleba. Reports from Cameroon suggest a fee of £96.4 million has been agreed, with the deal potentially funded through Jadon Sancho's permanent sale to Roma.
Liverpool's multiple targets
Liverpool are closing in on a deal for Parma central defender Giovanni Leoni. The Reds could yet sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace as well as Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, who is thought to favour a move to Anfield despite interest from elsewhere.
Arsenal remain interested in Eberechi Eze but face competition from Tottenham, who are said to be preparing an opening offer for the Crystal Palace winger.
Squad movements accelerate
Brentford have agreed a club-record £42 million deal for Bournemouth winger Dango Ouattara. The Bees will be without striker Yoane Wissa for their Premier League opener against Nottingham Forest as he pushes for a Newcastle move.
Crystal Palace are interested in signing Harvey Elliott, with reports suggesting they would need to pay around £40 million for the Liverpool midfielder.
Other notable developments
Chelsea are making progress in their efforts to land Alejandro Garnacho while Tottenham want Manchester City winger Savinho. Nottingham Forest have approached Juventus about former Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz.
Several Premier League clubs have enquired about Paris Saint-Germain's Kang-In Lee, who scored a crucial goal in yesterday's UEFA Super Cup victory. Fulham hold tentative interest in Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund, who is in advanced talks with AC Milan over a potential loan return to Italy.
Final moves
Liverpool youngster Luca Stephenson has joined Dundee United on loan after deputising at full-back and in midfield during pre-season. Sunderland captain Luke O'Nien has signed a two-year contract extension, cementing his position as the club's record appearance holder with 314 games.
With the transfer window closing in two weeks, clubs face mounting pressure to complete deals while managing existing squad commitments for the new season.
Sources used: "PA Media" Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
