Manchester United’s recruitment plans appear focused on the South Coast, with Michael Carrick’s side reportedly monitoring Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi ahead of the summer window. United are also keeping tabs on defender Marcos Senesi, who is expected to depart the Cherries as a free agent when his contract expires.

Meanwhile, the managerial merry-go-round continues to spin around the Vitality Stadium. Crystal Palace wants Andoni Iraola, who recently quit Bournemouth, making United's pursuit of the Spaniard for their own long-term role a difficult proposition. The Cherries, in turn, are weighing up several options to replace him.

Bournemouth’s shortlist for Iraola’s successor includes Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna and Rayo Vallecano’s Inigo Perez. However, German coach Marco Rose, formerly of RB Leipzig, is currently viewed as the leading candidate to take the reins at Bournemouth. Elsewhere, Newcastle confirmed the signing of 16-year-old Johan Martinez.

Further English football gossip suggests Jadon Sancho will need a substantial pay cut to secure a return to Borussia Dortmund. Aston Villa has also entered the fray, showing interest in England goalkeeper James Trafford. These movements suggest a busy summer ahead for several Premier League clubs.