Arsenal is reportedly nearing an agreement with Newcastle United for midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, with a deal potentially worth around £80m including add-ons. The Gunners are said to be increasingly confident of securing the transfer, particularly following the departure of Newcastle manager Eddie Howe.

Other transfer news includes Manchester United's interest in Newcastle's Lewis Hall and Atletico Madrid rekindling their pursuit of Tottenham's Cristian Romero. Marcus Rashford has reportedly shown no interest in a move to Roma. Arsenal and Liverpool have been offered the chance to sign Sporting's Maxi Araujo.

In FIFA news, European football leaders are exploring options to challenge Gianni Infantino's presidency, with Qatari power broker Nasser Al-Khelaifi being considered. Meanwhile, Amanda Staveley is reportedly close to acquiring a stake in West Ham United. Scottish football sees Bologna chiefs meeting with Lewis Ferguson amid Rangers interest, while Rangers may offload Nedim Bajrami to Al Taawoun.