Liverpool have formalized their interest in RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande by making contact with the German club. The 19-year-old Ivory Coast international scored 13 goals and assisted 10 times last season, positioning him as a potential Mohamed Salah replacement. Liverpool are said to be in a more advanced position than PSG for Diomande, though RB Leipzig maintain no transfer is on the cards.

Manchester City face a midfield dilemma as Nottingham Forest have rejected their opening bid for Elliot Anderson, with a valuation above £100 million. This has led to Sandro Tonali emerging as a "strong option" if the Anderson deal falls through. The Newcastle midfielder is also attracting interest from Arsenal, with City needing to secure reinforcements before the summer transfer window closes.

Bayern Munich have reached a verbal agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt left-back Nathaniel Brown, beating competition from Arsenal and Manchester United. However, the £52 million transfer valuation could prove a stumbling block. The 22-year-old has impressed during his time in Germany, with Bayern looking to strengthen their defensive options ahead of next season.