Arsenal are on the verge of signing teenage Georgian midfielder Andria Bartishvili, according to transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano. The 17-year-old has made 44 senior appearances across Georgia’s first and second tiers and completed a medical, with a contract expected soon. Bartishvili, who has played for Georgia’s under-21s, will join Arsenal next summer upon turning 18.

Liverpool and Manchester United are monitoring Wolves striker Mateus Mane, an 18-year-old Portugal U21 international, as a potential future signing after his Premier League showing despite Wolves’ relegation. Arsenal are also advancing contract talks with captain Martin Ødegaard, midfielder Declan Rice, and defender Jurriën Timber, all of whom have two years left on their deals following last season’s Premier League title. Amadou Onana has agreed to a new Aston Villa contract running until 2031, despite an ACL injury sidelining him for much of the campaign.

Bayern Munich may add a very high release clause to Michael Olise’s extension, with Liverpool and Real Madrid noted as possible suitors. Other rumors include Atlético Madrid’s Alex Baena on Premier League radar, West Ham’s Edson Alvarez seeking a move away from the Championship, and Everton’s failed £40m bid for Taty Castellanos.