The summer transfer window has officially opened, with European clubs poised to make significant signings ahead of the upcoming football season.
Nottingham Forest has expressed interest in Feyenoord's Dutch Under-21 international right-back Givairo Read. The 20-year-old defender is also being monitored by Manchester City. Read is currently under contract with Feyenoord until 2029. Forest midfielder Jota Silva has joined Olympiacos on loan with an option to buy.
In other transfer news, former England and Liverpool striker Danny Ings is reportedly close to joining Leicester City on a one-year contract. The 33-year-old forward is a free agent after his spell at Sheffield United. Leicester has also inquired about Plymouth striker Lorent Tolaj, but he is seeking opportunities in the Championship or higher leagues.
Premier League clubs Tottenham and Brentford are in discussions for Genclerbirligi's defensive midfielder Ousmane Diabate. The 18-year-old Guinean international joined the Turkish club in December and has since broken into the first team. Both clubs believe Diabate can be secured for approximately £3 million plus bonuses. Brentford is currently considered to be in the leading position to sign the midfielder.
Meanwhile, Andrey Santos is expected to undergo his medical at Manchester United today to finalize a reported £48 million move from Chelsea. Atalanta midfielder Ederson is also undergoing medical tests this week.