With Benjamin Sesko on the verge of joining Manchester United, the club’s recruitment team is already looking for their next move. They’ve turned their attention to Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, assessing how much it would take to sign the midfielder. Ruben Amorim is keen to add a dynamic central midfielder to his squad, and the Cameroonian fits the bill—but Brighton aren’t eager to sell.
Meanwhile, across Manchester, Pep Guardiola is looking to slim down his squad. Jack Grealish, who’s unlikely to get much playing time this season, is exploring options elsewhere. Everton have approached City about a season-long loan but are concerned about covering his full wages.
One player staying put at the Etihad is Mateo Kovacic. Despite interest from Saudi clubs, the 31-year-old Croatian prefers to remain in the Premier League.
Newcastle, having faced multiple rejections this summer, are now targeting Aston Villa’s John McGinn. Everton had previously inquired about the Scottish midfielder but made no progress.
Nottingham Forest have discovered that Ipswich are reluctant to part with Omari Hutchinson. After Brentford’s earlier failed attempt, Forest offered £35m—only to be told it wasn’t enough. Instead, Forest may offload Jota Silva, with Sporting Lisbon interested in bringing the winger back to Portugal for around £12m.
West Ham are pushing to sign Metz’s teenage talent Idrissa Gueye—not to be confused with Everton’s veteran midfielder of the same name. The French club wants £13m for the forward, who has also drawn interest from Manchester United and Brentford.
Fenerbahce are keen on Tottenham’s Yves Bissouma, with José Mourinho ready to spend £13m on the midfielder. However, West Ham and Juventus could also enter the race.
Elsewhere, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is set to leave Besiktas, putting English clubs on alert. Leeds are among those considering a free transfer for the former England international.
