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Arsenal Join Race for Alex Scott as Manchester United and Aston Villa Eye Transfer Targets

Arsenal have contacted Bournemouth over midfielder Alex Scott, Manchester United have identified two additional defensive targets, and Aston Villa are considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia.

Arsenal have joined Chelsea and Liverpool in making enquiries about Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The 23-year-old England international is attracting significant interest, with his current contract running until the summer of 2028.

US Soccer are reportedly considering former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as a potential replacement for Mauricio Pochettino should the Argentine take charge of Manchester United.

Chelsea, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are monitoring Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 27, with all three clubs reportedly interested in securing the Spanish international during the January transfer window.

However, Zubimendi has dismissed speculation surrounding his future, insisting he is "happy" in London and expressing surprise at the reports, having held no discussions regarding a potential transfer.

Liverpool are preparing to reward 19-year-old England Under-20 midfielder Trey Nyoni with a new contract following his impressive performances this season.

Manchester United have expanded their defensive shortlist to include Brentford centre-back Nathan Collins, 25, and Fulham defender Calvin Bassey, 26. The Republic of Ireland and Nigeria internationals join Everton and England centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, 24, among the club's potential targets.

Bournemouth, Everton and Nottingham Forest are competing to sign Vasco da Gama striker Andres Gomez, 24. The Brazilian club reportedly value the forward at approximately £17 million.

Brentford are determined to resist any approaches from Liverpool for 21-year-old left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf, with the club keen to retain the defender despite growing interest.

Aston Villa are weighing up a move for Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia, 22. Manager Unai Emery is reportedly a strong admirer of the Belgian international and could look to strengthen his midfield options with a potential transfer.

Juventus are targeting a January loan deal for Manchester City and Algeria left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri, 25, as the Italian giants explore options to reinforce their defence.

Meanwhile, Barcelona have also expressed interest in Ait-Nouri, with 23-year-old Spain international Alejandro Balde potentially departing the Catalan club during the winter transfer window.

Barcelona are also monitoring Chelsea defender Levi Colwill, 23. However, the Blues remain firm in their stance that the England international is not for sale, despite interest from the Spanish champions.

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