There have been several big deals across English football already in the transfer window and there could be even more being completed in the next few days and weeks.
Brighton & Hove Albion are said to be keen on a Remis’ midfielder who they believe could fill the void left after Yves Bissouma’s move to Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City are reportedly close to completing a deal for another Seagulls star.
Southampton have reportedly placed a £100m price-tag on their captain in an attempt to deter interest from clubs like Newcastle United while Leeds United are being linked with a Dutch international winger who is seen as a potential replacement for Raphinha with the Brazilian closing in on a move to Arsenal.
Meanwhile, a Liverpool keeper is getting ready for a new challenge once he leaves Anfield at the end of this month and Premier League new boys Nottingham Forest are said to be close to completing a £17.5m move for a Union Berlin star.
A Chelsea striker would apparently be keen on a move to West Ham if a reported £25m bid does emerge while a Blues’ stopper is being linked with a loan move to a French Ligue 1 side.
Finally, a Manchester United target is said to be “determined” to complete a move to Old Trafford.
Here are the transfer news stories making the headlines on Thursday morning:
1. Karius ready for Liverpool exit
German goalkeeper Loris Karius is “ready for a fresh challenge” as he looks for a new club with his Liverpool departure imminent (Sky Germany)
2. Bundesliga star closing in on Forest move
Taiwo Awoniyi has said goodbye to his Union Berlin team-mates ahead of a £17.5million move to Nottingham Forest (Daily Mail)
3. French side keen on Kepa loan
Ligue 1 side Nice are targeting a loan deal for Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga (Foot Mercato)
4. Broja keen on £25m West Ham move
Chelsea striker Armando Broja would be open to a move to West Ham with a possible £25m bid incoming (Express)