Manchester United & Newcastle Target Jackson, Calvert-Lewin on Sunderland Radar, and West Ham Pursue Ramsey
Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson has emerged as a backup option for both Manchester United and Newcastle United, with the two clubs waiting to see who secures RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.
The 24-year-old Senegal international is being closely monitored as a contingency, amid growing belief that 22-year-old Slovenian striker Sesko prefers a move to Old Trafford.
Should that deal fall through, Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins, 29, could also become a serious target for Manchester United.
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig have contacted Liverpool regarding a move for Harvey Elliott. The Reds value the 22-year-old English midfielder at £40 million with a buy-back clause, or over £50 million without one.
Manchester United have turned down five approaches for defender Harry Maguire, 32, from Premier League and Serie A clubs.
Juventus are open to selling 26-year-old English centre-back Lloyd Kelly, with Arsenal's Polish defender Jakub Kiwior, 25, viewed as a potential replacement.
Sunderland are interested in signing 28-year-old free agent Dominic Calvert-Lewin, but the former Everton striker is reportedly waiting to assess any late interest from Premier League sides.
West Ham remain keen on Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey, 24, with the England international yet to commit to his long-term future at Villa Park.
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho, 21, is expected to leave this month, attracting interest from Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Tottenham.
Liverpool are scouting several young centre-backs across Europe, including Parma’s 18-year-old Italian talent Giovanni Leoni.
Newcastle United are preparing an approach for AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw, 23, as they look to bolster their backline.
Nottingham Forest are in talks with the agent of Juventus and Brazil midfielder Douglas Luiz, 27, as they attempt to finalise a deal. Danish midfielder Mads Bidstrup, 24, of RB Salzburg also tops Forest’s list of midfield targets.
Brandon Williams, 24, is attracting Championship interest from clubs including Hull City, despite being out of contract for a year after leaving Manchester United.
Derby County are close to securing a season-long loan deal for 20-year-old former Liverpool midfielder Bobby Clark, who currently plays for RB Salzburg.
Tottenham Hotspur are aiming to strengthen their attack, with AC Milan’s Rafael Leao, 26, and Real Madrid’s 24-year-old winger Rodrygo among their top targets.
Preston North End have agreed a deal to sign 17-year-old forward Shay Reid from Cliftonville, fending off competition from Aberdeen, Celtic, and Luton Town.
Hull City continue to pursue Brandon Williams, although the versatile full-back is also being targeted by other Championship sides.
Sheffield United are eyeing a move for 20-year-old Malmo and Sweden defender Nils Zatterstrom.
Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi, 28, is set to join Turkish club Besiktas in a £9 million transfer.
Blackpool are closing in on the signing of former Millwall forward Duncan Watmore, 31, ahead of Hull City.
Wycombe Wanderers are finalising a deal worth over £500,000 for Bristol Rovers defender Connor Taylor, 23.
Finally, Colchester United are considering a move for former Northampton Town left-back Ali Koiki, 25, who is currently on trial at Cheltenham Town.
