The summer transfer window continues to generate plenty of movement across Europe, with several clubs weighing options at both ends of the market on Friday.
Liverpool are reportedly not interested in pursuing Tottenham and England full-back Djed Spence this summer, according to the Mirror. This comes despite the Reds having dealt with a number of injury problems in their defensive ranks recently. The 25-year-old, who has struggled to establish himself as a first-choice player at Spurs, appears to remain on the fringes of transfer speculation without genuine interest from Anfield.
In Italy, Juventus are working to secure Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee on a loan deal from Manchester United, with the arrangement reportedly not including an obligation to buy, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The 25-year-old has struggled for consistent playing time at Old Trafford, and a temporary switch to Turin could offer him a fresh opportunity to rebuild his career.
Elsewhere, both Arsenal and Manchester United dispatched scouts to watch 20-year-old Brazilian striker Kaua Elias, who scored a hat-trick in a pre-season friendly for Shakhtar Donetsk. The Sun reports that the young forward has also attracted interest from AC Milan and Porto, suggesting a competitive race may develop for his signature in the coming weeks.
Liverpool are also said to be intensifying talks over a potential move for Paris Saint-Germain and Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye. According to Teamtalk, discussions with the 18-year-old's representatives have picked up pace after he made clear his desire to leave the French champions.
Meanwhile, a potential deal between West Ham and Tottenham for Israel international winger Manor Solomon has stalled. The Athletic reports that talks are currently on hold due to financial disagreements, with West Ham unwilling to meet the bonus structure Spurs are seeking in the event of a Premier League return for the 27-year-old.
In other news, Ipswich Town and Everton have both been linked with free agent Krepin Diatta, the versatile Senegal international who becomes available after his Monaco contract expired in June, according to Footmercato. The 27-year-old is capable of operating in multiple right-sided positions, adding to his appeal for clubs seeking squad depth and flexibility.
Ipswich are also making progress on a separate front, with Sky Sports reporting advanced negotiations with Fulham over a permanent deal for Serbia midfielder Sasa Lukic. The 29-year-old previously spent time on loan in the Championship, and Ipswich appear determined to secure his signature permanently this time around.
Further afield, Galatasaray have added Arsenal and Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli to their list of transfer targets, according to Gianlucadimarzio. The Turkish giants have been active in the market recently and could look to lure the 25-year-old away from the Emirates Stadium.
Finally, Sunderland are believed to be in a strong position to sign Mozambique winger Geny Catamo from Sporting Lisbon. Teamtalk reports that Aston Villa, Brentford and Everton are also monitoring the 25-year-old's situation, though the newly promoted Premier League side currently lead the race for his signature.
As deadline day approaches, more twists and turns are expected across these ongoing negotiations.
Based on reporting from BBC Sport, Mirror, Gazzetta dello Sport, Sun, Teamtalk, Athletic, Footmercato, Sky Sports, and Gianlucadimarzio.