It's set to be a frantic few weeks for all those with an interest in Premier League football, not only is the league approaching its kick off, but the transfer window is also nearing its end.
Clubs in England's top-flight have until Thursday, August 8 to complete any outstanding deals, with the season kicking off a day later when Liverpool take on Norwich City at Anfield.
There have already been some major deals completed this summer, with Eden Hazard departing Chelsea for Real Madrid at a cost of £89million, while Arsenal look set to smash their transfer record to bring in Nicolas Pepe for around £72million.
Big money moves and ambitious plots to lure players into audacious transfers are inevitably on the horizon before the window shuts, and here are all the latest rumours we can find.
Harry Maguire misses Leicester training
Leicester City’s Harry Maguire missed his side’s training session on Monday morning.
The England international has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United this summer, with the Red Devils hoping to secure their man before the deadline.
And according to Sky Sports, the centre-back missed his side’s session due to illness.
Everton face a battle for Wilfried Zaha
Everton are set to face a race against time to secure Wilfried Zaha this summer.
The Blues had a bid turned down for the winger on Sunday afternoon, and are reportedly keen to secure Palace’s star man.
But according to the Mirror, Palace want around £60million for Zaha, with the majority of the fee paid upfront.
Man City eye Spanish winger
Manchester City are ready to step up their pursuit of Mikel Oyarzabal.
According to reports from Spain, City boss Pep Guardiola is keen for his side to trigger Oyarzabal’s €75million release clause.
The former Barcelona boss sees the winger as the perfect replacement for Leroy Sane, who has been continually linked with a switch to Bayern Munich.
Watford close in on French winger
Watford are in negotiations with Rennes over Ismaila Sarr.
The Hornets are keen to add the winger to their ranks and, according to reports on Monday morning, are edging closer to getting a deal done.
The French side are believed to be holding out for a fee of around €30million for the 21-year-old.
Daniel Sturridge in talks over Turkey move
Daniel Sturridge’s representatives are in talks with Trabzonspor, according to reports from Turkey.
The former Liverpool forward is a free agent following the conclusion of this Reds contract at the end of the season.
But despite currently serving a ban for breaching the FA’s betting rules, the Turkish side have emerged as the leading contenders to secure the 29-year-old’s signature.
