Latest transfer news today: Arsenal ‘in touch’ with £60m wonderkid as Man Utd eye new midfielder

The summer window hasn’t even opened yet, but the rumour mill is already spinning at full tilt.

Newly promoted sides are plotting bold statements, title challengers are quietly positioning themselves for reinforcements, and Europe’s elite are bracing for bids that could reshape their midfields.

Football Whispers delves into the day's biggest stories.

Premier League newcomers eye Curtis Jones swoop

Coventry City are finally back in the Premier League after 25 years, and it appears they already have their sights set on a key target.

Reports suggest the Sky Blues are one of several teams lining up a move for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, who has been a bit-part player at Anfield this season.

Soon-to-be top-flight rivals Chelsea and Newcastle United are also keen on the 25-year-old.

It's also claimed that fellow Reds ace Harvey Elliott, who has been on loan at Aston Villa this season, is also of interest to Frank Lampard.

Arsenal keeping tabs on Arda Guler

Arsenal continue to be linked with reinforcements despite being in the heat of a title race.

According to reports, the Gunners have ‘been in touch' with the representatives of Real Madrid youngster Arda Guler ahead of a potential move this summer.

It's thought that the Turkey international could be tempted to leave the Bernabeu amid uncertainty over the future of his manager, Alvaro Arbeloa.

The 21-year-old won't come cheap, however, and while it remains to be seen exactly how much he could command, his market value is currently in excess of £60 million.

Man Utd keen on Benfica midfielder Richard Rios

Manchester United will certainly sign at least one new midfielder this summer, but exactly who is still an unknown at this stage.

The Red Devils have now been linked with a move for Benfica star Richard Rios, with reports suggesting they aren't alone.

Premier League rivals Fulham and Serie A outfit Napoli are also said to be in the race for the 25-year-old, who could cost around £40 million.

It's thought that Rios is ‘unlikely to stay at Benfica' and the Portuguese giants are hoping a good World Cup campaign could see them raise that asking price.