Chelsea are poised to sign Crystal Palace centre‑back Maxence Lacroix for roughly 55m euros (£47.4m) after his World Cup performances for France. The 26‑year‑old’s defensive solidity attracted interest from several top clubs, but the Blues appear closest to finalising a medical in London. A move would bolster a back line that struggled for consistency last season. His pace and aerial ability also impressed scouts.

Newcastle United added Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha to their summer shortlist, while Arsenal turned down a £55m bid for Brazil’s Bruno Guimaraes. Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi is pushing 23‑year‑old Czech keeper Antonin Kinsky into the starting XI and is prepared to off‑load Italy’s Guglielmo Vicario. Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal all vie for Uruguay left‑back Maxi Araujo from Sporting. The midfielder’s Bundesliga experience adds depth.

Roma have emerged as Greenwood’s preferred destination, reportedly willing to pay up to 50m euros (£43.1m) for the former England striker. AC Milan secured a club‑record deal for Gonçalo Ramos, while Ajax have listed Barcelona’s veteran goalkeeper Marc‑Andre ter Stegen as a target. Clubs will finalize deals before the August deadline. The summer market promises decisive reshaping of several Premier League squads.