It is time to take a closer look at the latest transfer news today, with Premier League clubs keeping their eyes wide open for potential business deals.
One of the biggest stories of the day comes from Old Trafford as Manchester United ponder a blockbuster move for a Serie A superstar.
Newcastle are also looking to spend big, with the Magpies determined to bring a new number nine to the club following last summer’s controversial departure of Alexander Isak.
Elsewhere, Chelsea are hoping to strengthen their back line by luring a Nottingham Forest star to Stamford Bridge.
Here are the biggest headlines of the day…
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Newcastle target Isak’s former teammate
Newcastle are looking to use their summer profits to purchase a new number nine, with Atletico Madrid’s Alexander Sorloth firmly on the club’s radar, according to Spanish outlet Marca.
The Magpies made £125m on the sale of Alexander Isak to Liverpool over the summer, with the club now set to target the Swede’s former teammate from Real Sociedad.
Two Newcastle representatives travelled to the Spanish capital last month in order to observe the 29-year-old striker as he scored a goal in a 5-2 victory over Real Madrid in a historic derby.
The Norwegian striker – who has a contract with the Colchoneros until 2028 – reportedly earns in the region of £2.6m at Atletico, and Newcastle may have to offer a wage rise if they are to lure him over to the North East.
Man Utd set sights on Bruno Fernandes replacement
Man United have outlined Juventus star Kenan Yildiz as their transfer priority for next summer, with the club willing to spend as much as £78m on his services, according to the Daily Briefing.
United are not the only Premier League club who are keeping close tabs on the player, with Arsenal and Chelsea also considering a move for the 20-year-old Turkey international.
While the Premier League has serious pulling power, a report by Caught Offside claims that Yildiz is not desperate to leave Turin, meaning United and their rivals may have to dig deep into their pockets to force a move.
The Red Devils may be a tad more willing to spend big on this deal than Arsenal or Chelsea, simply because they see Yildiz as a potential future replacement for Bruno Fernandes.
Chelsea ponder latest bid for Forest star
Chelsea are plotting a potential move for Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo, according to a report by Football Insider.
The Blues are struggling with injuries in defence, with the sidelined trio of Levi Colwill, Tosin Adarabioyo and Wesley Fofana leaving Chelsea a little exposed at the back.
Signing a new defender is now a priority for manager Enzo Maresca, with Murillo now outlined as one of the main transfer targets for the club.
Chelsea tried to sign the player last January, though the Brazilian opted to sign a new deal at the City Ground instead. Nevertheless, the Blues are expected to renew their pursuit of the 23-year-old.
