Latest transfer news: Xabi Alonso eyes first Chelsea signing as Liverpool plot move for £22m target

With the summer window approaching, Premier League clubs are moving to position themselves early.

Discussions are advancing on multiple fronts, though few deals are yet at the finish line.

Football Whispers takes a look at some of the biggest headlines dominating today's backpages:

Chelsea interested in signing Karim Adeyemi

Chelsea are pressing ahead with their plans under incoming manager Xabi Alonso, and it appears the groundwork for the summer window is already being laid.

Reports have now linked the Blues with a move for Borussia Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi, who could be available for the right price.

Manchester United are also monitoring the 24‑year‑old, who is entering the final year of his contract at Signal Iduna Park.

Dortmund are prepared to sell, and Adeyemi is understood to be valued at around £60 million – a figure Chelsea believe represents a dynamic addition for Alonso’s new project.

Everton to rival Aston Villa over William Osula

Everton have joined Aston Villa in the race to sign Newcastle United striker William Osula this summer.

That is according to recent reports, which claim the 22‑year‑old is among several players at St James’ Park who could be sold for the right price as the club looks to balance its squad and finances.

Newcastle rejected a £30 million bid from the Bundesliga last summer, but with Osula’s stock continuing to rise, the Magpies may now be tempted to cash in.

Both Everton and Villa are described as ‘long‑term admirers' of the Denmark international, who is now expected to command a fee in excess of £60 million.

Liverpool plotting Denzel Dumfries swoop

Liverpool are weighing up a move for Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries as Arne Slot looks to strengthen one of the squad’s most problematic positions.

The 30‑year‑old has emerged as a key target, with the club maintaining long‑standing interest in the Netherlands international, per reports.

Dumfries is understood to have a £22 million release clause active in July, a clause that would leave Inter powerless to prevent an approach.

Liverpool have struggled to find stability at right‑back since Trent Alexander‑Arnold’s departure, and the club are now considering acting on their interest to address that issue ahead of the new season.