As we head towards the summer transfer window, many Premier League teams continue to be linked with business.
Arsenal are once again in the headlines as they consider another free transfer from Germany, while a whole host of top-flight clubs are taking a keen interest in one of the Championship's hottest stars. And then there's Manchester United and the latest on their midfield search.
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Arsenal eye another Bundesliga free transfer in Julian Brandt
According to claims in Germany, Arsenal aren't just looking at signing Leon Goretzka on a free transfer, as another Bundesliga midfielder appears to be on their radar.
Borussia Dortmund maestro Julian Brandt has all but confirmed he will be leaving Signal Iduna Park this summer, and the Gunners are cited with interest.
The 29-year-old could also go to Italy, while LaLiga giants Barcelona are also mooted as a potential destination.
It's also suggested that no club has fully discussed a move for him just yet, so it's one to keep an eye on heading into the final few months of the season.
Crystal Palace leading Everton in race for Millwall winger Femi Azeez
Crystal Palace are thought to be ‘leading' the race to sign Millwall winger Femi Azeez, according to reports, as they look to repeat their Eberechi Eze transfer masterclass.
The 24-year-old dynamo is enjoying a standout season in the Championship, having contributed to 15 goals across 25 appearances, attracting a plethora of Premier League teams, including the likes of Everton, Leeds United and Sunderland.
However, it's claimed that the Eagles are at the front of the queue as they have shown the most interest in signing him this summer, and they have previous when dipping into the second-tier to pick up emerging stars.
It remains to be seen exactly how much Azeez would command in terms of a transfer fee, though Millwall will seemingly struggle to keep hold of him if these claims are to be believed.
Man Utd keen on signing Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi
Man Utd are among a trio of Premier League clubs taking a keen interest in signing young Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi this summer.
That's according to TEAMtalk, who claim the 20-year-old has emerged as one of the most in-demand prospects across Europe, with top-flight rivals Arsenal and Chelsea also in the mix.
Manzanbi, who is expected to cost in the region of £45 million, has been regularly scouted by the Red Devils and is viewed as an alternative to other midfield targets, or even a squad depth option next season.
The likes of Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are also tracking his progress, so the rising Swiss gem is certainly going to be one to follow ahead of the transfer window reopening.
