Mohamed Salah's hefty wage demands are reportedly causing Saudi Arabian clubs to hesitate, potentially stalling a lucrative move. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich has firmly stated that France forward Michael Olise is not for sale, rejecting any interest from Real Madrid. Borussia Dortmund attacker Karim Adeyemi is on the verge of a €31 million (£26 million) transfer to Barcelona.

Arsenal and Liverpool face competition for RB Leipzig defender Lutsharel Geertruida, a 25-year-old Dutch international. Manchester City and Tottenham are also monitoring Francisco Trincao's potential €50 million (£42.6 million) move from Sporting to Al-Ahli. Barcelona is preparing a significant €130 million (£110 million) bid for Manchester City's Julian Alvarez after the World Cup.

Manchester United is active in the midfield market, having already secured Andrey Santos, and is exploring options for two more additions. Newcastle United's pursuit of England goalkeeper James Trafford may be boosted by Aston Villa's desire to retain Emiliano Martinez. Benfica boss Marco Silva is targeting a reunion with former Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha, with a €25 million (£21.3 million) bid expected.

Elsewhere, Hull City has submitted an offer for Mjallby midfielder Elliot Stroud, while Konstantinos Mavropanos is attracting Premier League attention following West Ham's relegation. Como faces a potentially prohibitive €30 million (£25.6 million) asking price for Galatasaray's Davison Sanchez, and Manchester United is considering a move for San Lorenzo goalkeeper Orlando Gill.