Arsenal are pushing to secure the signature of 26-year-old Atletico Madrid and Argentina forward Julian Alvarez before the onset of the pre-season. Meanwhile, Aston Villa is closing in on a deal for 20-year-old Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi from Freiburg, effectively preempting Newcastle’s pursuit.
In managerial news, Manchester City’s former coach Pep Guardiola, 57, has emerged as a candidate for the Italy head coach position following Paulo Maldini’s appointment as technical director. Bayern Munich continues to express confidence in securing a long-term extension for striker Harry Kane, 32, despite heavy interest from clubs like Real Madrid.
Several Premier League sides, including Newcastle, Sunderland, Leeds, and Bournemouth, are eyeing 23-year-old Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemovic. Chelsea is reportedly targeting Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, 22, now that Liverpool and Manchester United have stepped back from their pursuit. Additionally, Roma is exploring options for Chelsea’s Alejandro Garnacho and Strasbourg’s Diego Moreira.
Celtic is interested in Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek, while Newcastle continues to explore a move for Parma’s 23-year-old goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. Atalanta is in contract talks with Ederson, though Newcastle remains linked to the 27-year-old Brazilian. Lastly, Sunderland is targeting a move for Roma winger Matias Soule, and both Tottenham and Newcastle are monitoring Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush.