Latest transfer news today: Arsenal eye another centre-back as Spurs’ five-striker shortlist revealed

Another weekend of Premier League action is just around the corner, but the transfer rumour mill is showing no signs of slowing down.

As top-flight teams assess their early-season progress and begin plotting their next moves in the market ahead of January, Football Whispers takes a look at the biggest rumours, updates and talking points making the headlines today.

Tottenham's five-striker shortlist revealed

Tottenham Hotspur are exploring several striker options ahead of the January transfer window as Roberto De Zerbi looks to strengthen his attacking department.

Reports suggest Benfica's Vangelis Pavlidis, Espanyol forward Roberto Fernandez, Real Madrid youngster Endrick, Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic and Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta are all under consideration.

The in-form Pavlidis is regarded as one of the standout targets, although Benfica are protected by a £84.5m release clause and are reluctant to sanction a mid-season sale.

With Richarlison expected to move on, Spurs are continuing their search for additional firepower as they assess a number of profiles across Europe.

Arsenal eye move for Kim Min-jae

Arsenal are interested in signing Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae during the January transfer window.

Reports in Germany claim Gunners head of scouting Maurizio Micheli is playing a key role in the club's pursuit of the South Korea international, having previously worked with him at Napoli.

Bayern Munich are yet to decide whether they would be willing to part ways with the 29-year-old, although injury concerns in Arsenal's defence have increased the need for reinforcements.

Kim's experience at the highest level is understood to appeal to Mikel Arteta as the north London club assess defensive options for the second half of the season.

Everton lead race for Esteban Lepaul

Everton are leading the race to sign Rennes striker Esteban Lepaul ahead of the January transfer window.

According to reports, the France international is one of two forwards under consideration at Goodison Park, with Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Beljo also on the club's shortlist.

Everton are believed to hold the strongest interest in Lepaul despite competition from Premier League rivals Leeds United, Aston Villa, Brentford and Brighton.

David Moyes is keen to bolster his attacking options after being left with limited centre-forward depth following the summer transfer window.