Everton have opened talks with Middlesbrough over a potential transfer for 23-year-old midfielder Hayden Hackney, who is keen on the move. However, other clubs remain interested, and Middlesbrough are prepared for the Championship Player of the Year to enter the final year of his contract unless a suitable offer arrives.
Bayern Munich are exploring a move for 17-year-old Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha, who is aware of the interest. Liverpool insist the player is not for sale and plan to strengthen their attack rather than weaken it.
Real Madrid are seeking a defender capable of playing both centre-back and left-back. The club has made contact with Riccardo Calafiori, while Joško Gvardiol is also admired but seen as a difficult transfer target.
Juventus have identified Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez as their top target for the position after a deal for Alisson fell through. Talks have begun over price and contract details, though the Argentine's high salary is a challenge. Tottenham's Guglielmo Vicario is an alternative.
Italian club Como are in talks to sign Brazilian fullbacks Yan Couto from Borussia Dortmund and Kaiki from Cruzeiro as they look to strengthen their squad.
Newcastle United's pursuit of Atalanta defender Marco Palestra appears unlikely to succeed as the player has not shown interest in a move. Inter Milan remains in talks with a €45 million offer, but Atalanta seeks a higher fee.
Crystal Palace are negotiating with RC Lens to appoint Pierre Sage as their new head coach. Sage has been ready to accept the project since last week.
Denzel Dumfries has officially signed a four-year contract with Real Madrid after completing his medical last week. The deal runs until June 2030, with Inter Milan receiving €20 million.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are in negotiations with Raúl Jiménez's representatives over a possible return to the club. Talks are ongoing with a club delegation in Mexico, following the completion of Kieran Trippier's transfer.
Borussia Mönchengladbach have agreed a deal to sign striker Isac Lidberg from Darmstadt for €3.5m plus €1m in add-ons. Lidberg was pictured with Hasan Cetinkaya and director Rouven Schröder.