Latest transfer news today: Chelsea get 6 ft 5 target boost as Liverpool eye £43m Mo Salah successor

The summer window is edging closer, and Premier League clubs are already moving quietly behind the scenes.

A few intriguing names are starting to crop up, and some may even raise a few eyebrows.

So with that in mind, Football Whispers takes a look at the biggest headlines of the day:

Arsenal eye shock Federico Valverde move

Arsenal are reportedly among several major European clubs showing ‘significant' interest in Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde, whose future at the Bernabeu has been thrown into doubt following recent tensions with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni.

The 27‑year‑old remains a key figure for Madrid, but the situation has alerted a host of elite sides, per emerging reports.

Alongside the Gunners, the likes of Chelsea, Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint‑Germain are all said to be monitoring developments closely.

Any summer move would require a substantial fee. Valverde is under a long‑term contract and widely valued at well over £70 million, meaning only a handful of clubs could realistically enter the race if Madrid decide to listen to offers.

Chelsea handed Jacobo Ramon boost

Chelsea have been handed a potential boost in their pursuit of Como centre‑back Jacobo Ramon ahead of the summer.

According to reports, LaLiga giants Real Madrid are unsure whether to activate their buy‑back clause for the 21‑year‑old, and that hesitation could open the door for Chelsea, who are keen to strengthen their defensive options this summer.

Ramon has been one of Como’s standout performers under former Blues favourite Cesc Fabregas, showcasing the blend of composure and physicality that has put him on Premier League radars.

Como, however, are expected to fight hard to keep him, as he 6 foot 5 titan has become a key figure in their project, and any sale would be complicated by Madrid’s right to 50% of any future transfer fee – a factor that may push the Italian club to hold firm unless a significant offer arrives.

Liverpool consider Maghnes Akliouche swoop

Liverpool look certain to strengthen Arne Slot’s forward line this summer, and another Ligue 1 standout has now entered the frame.

The Merseyside giants have been linked to a whole host of names in recent weeks, including Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola.

Reports in France say the Reds are tracking AS Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche, who has enjoyed a breakout season with 18 goal contributions and is said to be “almost certain” to leave.

Liverpool view him as a natural long‑term successor to Mo Salah, and crucially, an asking price of around £43 million makes Akliouche one of the more attainable options on the market.