Transfer Talks Heat Up as Clubs Pursue Key Players
Aston Villa has engaged in discussions with Manchester United regarding a potential transfer of England winger Jadon Sancho, 25 years old. According to reports from The Athletic, the talks are part of Villa's efforts to strengthen their squad.
In addition to Sancho, Aston Villa has also approached Royal Antwerp to acquire Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens, 23.
Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur has initiated negotiations with Atalanta for Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman, 27, although they are facing competition from Bayern Munich for the player's signature.
Galatasaray is in discussions with Tottenham about a deal to bring in Mali midfielder Yves Bissouma, 29.
AC Milan has submitted an official bid to Liverpool for England midfielder Joe Gomez, 28, as the two clubs continue to negotiate terms for a permanent transfer.
Fenerbahce is working on a deal to sign Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson, 32, from Manchester City after Galatasaray's €10 million (£8.7 million) offer was rejected.
Newcastle United is looking to loan Roma's £30 million-rated Ukrainian striker Artem Dovbyk, 28, with an option to buy.
Aston Villa has also reached an agreement with Aberdeen to sign 17-year-old Scotland youth international midfielder Fletcher Boyd.
Additionally, Unai Emery's Aston Villa is nearing a deal for 31-year-old Swedish defender Victor Lindelof, who is available on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester United at the end of his contract.