The Premier League transfer window is entering its final week, with all 20 clubs poised for significant activity before it shuts. The combined spending by clubs has already surpassed £2 billion in the current summer window.
Arsenal are actively seeking a striker, with Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez identified as a primary target. However, the player reportedly favors a move to Barcelona, creating a complex situation for Arsenal. Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray is considered an alternative. The club also needs a left winger, as Gabriel Martinelli is nearing a £50 million move to Al Hilal, Ethan Nwaneri is expected to go on loan, and Reiss Nelson is linked with West Ham.
Aston Villa aims to strengthen their defense and attack, looking to bid for Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson as Ollie Watkins is anticipated to join Al Hilal. They have also had bids rejected for Taylor Harwood-Bellis and are exploring options for Joel Ordonez and Tosin Adarabioyo. Free agent Leon Goretzka is being considered for midfield.
Bournemouth is targeting a defensive midfielder, an attacking midfielder, and a winger. Their main focus has been retaining their current squad amidst interest from other clubs in players like Alex Scott, Tyler Adams, El Junior Kroupi, and Marcus Tavernier. Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio has arrived for a loan move with an option to buy.
Brentford is seeking a left wing-back and has shown interest in West Ham's El Hadji Malick Diouf. Defender Ethan Pinnock is set to join Coventry City for £6 million. The club is also considering a loan for Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk and is wary of late offers for Igor Thiago.
Chelsea's immediate priority is player departures. However, should Manchester City pursue Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea would seek a replacement, with Monaco's Lamine Camara, Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, and Bournemouth's Alex Scott on their radar. The club has also placed high valuations on Pedro Neto and Malo Gusto, deterring bids, although interest from rivals persists. Juventus winger Conceicao is a potential target if Neto's price is met. Nottingham Forest is in discussions with Chelsea regarding striker Liam Delap, and Real Sociedad is pushing to sign Mamadou Sarr on loan.
Coventry City is open to strengthening across the squad, particularly in defense and on the wing. They are nearing a £6 million deal for Brentford's Ethan Pinnock, but a loan move for Manchester City's Stephen Mfuni has fallen through.
Crystal Palace is looking for a forward, winger, midfielder, and center-back. Galatasaray remains interested in Ismaila Sarr, and Adam Wharton is a potential last-minute signing despite Palace's stance on not selling. Axel Disasi is expected to sign from Chelsea, and the club is pursuing midfield reinforcements after Monaco rejected their offers for Lamine Camara. Auxerre's Kevin Danois and West Ham's Soungoutou Magassa are among their targets.
Everton is seeking reinforcements at right-back, left-back, midfield, wing, and forward positions to add depth. Chelsea's Liam Delap is among the forwards being considered.
Fulham is targeting a center-back, midfielder, and winger, having had bids rejected for Rennes defender Abdelhamid Ait-Boudlal and Trabzonspor's Chibuike Nwaiwu. Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri is admired.
Hull City aims to sign a forward, a winger, and secure goalkeeping cover. They are progressing with deals for Mohamed Ali-Cho from Nice and Union Berlin forward Ilya Ansah.
Ipswich Town is looking to add players in defense, midfield, and attack. Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Exequiel Palacios is a target, and they are among multiple clubs interested in Liam Delap.
Leeds United is pursuing a winger, striker, defender, and goalkeeper. Their recent loan bid for Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk was rejected. They are also in talks with Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper Michael Zetterer over a £4.3 million move and may sign free agent defender Diogo Leite.
Liverpool is actively pursuing two wingers, with Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain and Brighton's Yankuba Minteh as current targets. Alternatives will be considered if fee agreements are not reached soon.
Manchester City's transfer targets include a forward, midfielder, and right-back. They are finalizing deals for Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille and Allan Elias from Palmeiras for £34 million. Enzo Fernandez remains an option, alongside Roma's Manu Kone and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton.
Manchester United is looking to sign a left-back and a forward. An inquiry for Newcastle's Lewis Hall was rejected, and they have explored options such as Barcelona's Alejandro Balde and Jorge Salinas. Juventus or Aston Villa could make bids for Joshua Zirkzee, potentially freeing up funds for a new forward.
Newcastle United is prioritizing a midfield organizer and is nearing an agreement with Manchester City for Nico Gonzalez. They have also inquired about Tottenham's Archie Gray and are discussing Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
Nottingham Forest is seeking a striker, right-back, and midfielder. Discussions are ongoing with Chelsea for Liam Delap, and other striker options include Everton's Beto and Igor Thiago. Potential midfield additions include Spurs' Lucas Bergvall and Barcelona's Marc Casado, while Fiorentina's Dodo is being considered for right-back.
Sunderland has bolstered their midfield with the signing of Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for £8 million and is in talks for Sporting Lisbon winger Geny Catamo in a potential £30 million deal. Goalkeeper Robin Roefs is in negotiations for a new contract.
Tottenham Hotspur is targeting two forwards and cover at right-back. Savinho has joined from Manchester City, and Omar Marmoush is expected on an initial loan. An ambitious move for Liverpool's Cody Gakpo is being attempted, with Chelsea's Pedro Neto also of interest as a backup.