The summer football transfer window is underway, with clubs across England making moves to strengthen their squads before the September 1 deadline. Wrexham is reportedly interested in Crystal Palace full-back Danny Imray, a 22-year-old who had loan spells at Blackpool and West Bromwich Albion last season. West Bromwich Albion is also keen on Imray, as is Stoke City, but Wrexham aims to bolster its squad in pursuit of a Premier League promotion.
Wrexham also continues its pursuit of Leicester City's Harry Souttar. The Australia international has expressed a desire to leave Leicester, but the club's reported £10 million valuation is a deterrent for interested parties, including Sheffield United and Stoke City.
Meanwhile, Leicester City, a favorite for promotion from League One, is under pressure to sign a new striker ahead of their season opener. Manager Russell Martin has identified attacking reinforcements as a priority. The club has been unsuccessful in agreeing terms with former West Ham striker Danny Ings. Despite training with the team, Jamie Vardy is reportedly not planning a return to Leicester, having aspirations to play at a higher level.
Earlier developments in the transfer window include Tottenham's interest in Manchester City winger Savinho, Real Madrid's talks for Yan Diomande, and Chelsea's pursuit of set-piece coach Austin MacPhee from Aston Villa. Brentford has also made a bid for a West Ham wing-back. Additionally, Arsenal signed Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34 million, while Leeds United is in discussions for Manchester City's James Trafford. Crysencio Summerville of West Ham was linked with a significant move to Saudi Arabia, with Roma reportedly attempting to intercept the deal. Fulham is considering a £24 million bid for Southampton's Shea Charles, following three rejected offers from Leeds. Chelsea's potential move for Maxence Lacroix was also reported to be influenced by a New York meeting.