Transfer Update: Tottenham Leads for Akanji, Chelsea Eyes Lopez
Tottenham Hotspur takes the lead in the pursuit of Manuel Akanji, while West Ham targets Arsenal's Fabio Vieira, and Chelsea prepares to make a move for Fermin Lopez.
Tottenham Hotspur is currently in the forefront for Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji, 30, aiming to outpace both AC Milan and Crystal Palace in securing his signature, according to Gazetta Dello Sport.
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has expressed confidence that 22-year-old attacking midfielder Fermin Lopez, who has represented Spain twice, will remain at the club during this transfer window despite Chelsea's interest, as reported by ESPN. However, Chelsea is prepared to submit an offer for Lopez, who is valued at €90 million (£78 million) by Barcelona, according to Mundo Deportivo.
West Ham has also entered the race to acquire Fabio Vieira from Arsenal , with Stuttgart and another prominent Bundesliga club showing interest in the 25-year-old Portuguese midfielder, as noted by Sky Sports Germany.
Manchester United and Morocco defender Noussair Mazraoui, 27, has emerged as a target for Serie A club Juventus , according to Gazetta Dello Sport.
RB Leipzig is considering Liverpool and England U21 midfielder Harvey Elliott, 22, as a potential replacement for Xavi Simons, although the German club is hesitant to meet Liverpool's asking price, as reported by ESPN.
If Liverpool proceeds with the transfer of Elliott, they may seek to acquire Aston Villa and England midfielder Morgan Rogers, 23, according to Football Insider.
Brazilian winger Rodrygo, 24, will remain at Real Madrid this transfer window, despite interest from several clubs, including Liverpool and Arsenal , as reported by Marca.
Leeds United continues to show interest in Leicester City and Morocco's 23-year-old attacking midfielder Bilal El Khannouss after their pursuit of Brighton's Facundo Buonanotte fell through, according to The Athletic.
Chelsea is contemplating activating the release clause of Braga forward Roger Fernandes, 19, before the summer transfer window closes, as reported by A Bola.
Aston Villa is considering a potential £21.25 million move for Osasuna and Cameroon centre-back Enzo Boyomo, 23, as manager Unai Emery aims to strengthen his defensive lineup, according to The Telegraph.
Two Premier League clubs are eager to make a move for Sevilla and Belgium forward Dodi Lukebakio, 27, with the Spanish side preparing for offers ahead of the transfer deadline, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.