Chelsea are plotting an early move for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, 23, aiming to secure his signature for next summer after a £60m bid was rejected recently. Meanwhile, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Al-Hilal are monitoring Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, 26, ahead of a potential January approach.

Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku, 28, reportedly turned down offers from Manchester United and Newcastle United before completing a loan return to RB Leipzig. In other news, United States striker Folarin Balogun, 25, could join the Saudi Pro League as Monaco face financial pressure to sell following his failed deadline-day move to Everton.

Newcastle United may offer Jacob Murphy, 31, a new contract as his current deal expires next summer. Former Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech, 33, has left Wydad and is linked with Brazilian side Botafogo. Finally, England midfielder Curtis Jones, 25, revealed discussions with Inter Milan boss Cristian Chivu influenced his summer switch from Liverpool.