Real Madrid's Interest in Ibrahima Konaté

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté could be the next player to make a high-profile move to Real Madrid. According to Marca, there is already an informal agreement for Konaté to join Madrid next summer when his contract expires. Liverpool are urgently trying to secure a new deal with the 26-year-old to avoid a repeat of the Trent Alexander-Arnold situation. Madrid are leaving a spot open in their squad just in case there's any movement before the transfer window closes.

Manchester United's Midfield Targets

Manchester United are making a concerted effort to sign either Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba or Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton. The Independent reports that United are pushing forward with their move for Baleba, but Brighton are demanding an offer worth more than £100 million. If Baleba proves unattainable, United are expected to pivot to Wharton, who is also linked with Real Madrid.

Wrexham's Record Signing

Wrexham are set to break their transfer record by signing Ipswich Town striker Nathan Broadhead in a deal worth up to £10 million, according to BBC Sport. Broadhead, who scored 13 goals in the Championship last season, is into the final year of his contract.

Newcastle's Midfield Reinforcement

Newcastle United have agreed a £43m fee with Aston Villa to sign midfielder Jacob Ramsey, according to Sky Sports. The 24-year-old is due to undergo a medical later on Thursday and is set to move to St James' Park for an initial fee of £39m plus potential add-ons.

Manchester City's Forward Search

Manchester City are interested in Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche, says Florian Plettenberg. City have added the 23-year-old to their shortlist as manager Pep Guardiola looks to reinforce his forward line. Akliouche is seen as a potential alternative to Real Madrid's Rodrygo.

Expert Take

Gab & Juls discuss Manchester United's interest in Carlos Baleba and whether they will meet Brighton's valuation.

Confirmed Deals

• AC Milan have announced the signing of Koni De Winter from Genoa on a contract through to 2030.

Other Rumors

• Initial talks between Internazionale and Chelsea over a move for forward Christopher Nkunku have begun.
• Newcastle are preparing an offer for FC Porto striker Samu Aghehowa.
• Crystal Palace have made Liverpool star Harvey Elliott their No. 1 transfer target.
• Manchester City are contemplating a move for RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons.
• Juventus are considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos.
• Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman is set to complete a move to Al Nassr.
• AS Roma are interested in Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey.
• Talks are continuing between Everton and Southampton over a move for winger Tyler Dibling.
• Besiktas are interested in Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho.
• AC Milan are looking at Anderlecht attacking midfielder Mario Stroeykens.
• Brighton midfielder Matt O'Riley is interested in a switch to Juventus.
• Paris FC are keen to sign Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper Kevin Trapp.
• Nice are pushing forward with an approach to sign Crystal Palace striker Odsonne Edouard.
• Talks are ongoing between Roma and forward Paulo Dybala regarding a contract extension.
• Clubs in MLS and the Bundesliga are keeping tabs on Brighton midfielder Andrew Moran.
• Barcelona are looking to reach an agreement over a new contract with defender Eric Garcia.
• Fenerbahce have pulled out of the race to sign Paris Saint-Germain striker Marco Asensio.