Latest transfer news today: Man Utd ‘tracking’ £60m midfielder as Liverpool eye Yan Diomande alternative

The 2026 World Cup may be continuing to dominate the spotlight, but the transfer market back home is moving just as fast.

Premier League clubs are pushing ahead with major deals as the summer window gathers momentum.

Football Whispers rounds up the biggest stories making headlines today.

Man Utd turn attention to Alex Scott

Manchester United and their search for midfield reinforcements has been relentless this off‑season, with the club linked to a host of potential targets.

And with Mateus Fernandes' £80 million asking price looking out of reach, attention has now turned to AFC Bournemouth talent Alex Scott.

According to reports, the Red Devils are ‘tracking' the 22-year-old, who is widely regarded as one of the best young midfielders in the country right now.

However, Premier League champions Arsenal are also interested, and Scott is expected to command a fee of around £60 million.

Liverpool eye Said El Mala as Yan Diomande alternative

Liverpool could be set to hijack another one of Newcastle United's deals if things do not go to plan in the coming weeks.

Having already snatched Osasuna winger Victor Munoz from their grasp, the Merseyside club may now turn their attention to rising FC Koln star Said El Mala.

Reports claim the Magpies Newcastle have a firm interest in the Germany U21 winger, but with the Reds encountering complications in their pursuit of RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande, the race could heat up quickly.

El Mala has attracted interest from Brighton & Hove Albion and Brentford in recent windows and is expected to cost around £45 million, roughly half of Diomande’s asking price.

Arsenal continue Julian Alvarez talks despite Barcelona plea

Arsenal are reportedly continuing talks with Julian Alvarez over a potential summer move.

This comes despite the Atletico Madrid striker making it clear he wants to leave the Metropolitano for LaLiga rivals Barcelona.

Per reports, the Gunners have indicated they would ‘love' to bring the 26‑year‑old to north London, even though Catalonia remains his preferred destination.

And despite Atletico being more willing to sell to a non‑rival, it appears that Mikel Arteta's only chance to sign Alvarez is if a deal falls through, opening the door to a potential £100 million transfer.