Manchester United are moving closer to a deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba as Michael Carrick presses on with his midfield rebuild. Baleba, a Cameroon international, is being discussed as United’s third midfield signing of the window.

Arsenal, meanwhile, are advancing in talks for Aston Villa and England defender Ezri Konsa. Villa have warned Konsa that a move could affect his place in the England setup. Arsenal’s business is not limited to arrivals: the club is prioritizing a loan for Ethan Nwaneri rather than a permanent sale.

Liverpool’s midfield is heading for a notable change. Curtis Jones is set to join Inter Milan in a deal worth 35 million euros, with a medical planned after Inter made him their top target in that area. Liverpool are also pushing to sign Bradley Barcola, while a move for Ibrahim Mbaye is not expected to progress for now.

Tottenham are pursuing multiple attacking and midfield options. Spurs are advancing on deals for Savinho and Omar Marmoush from Manchester City, while their interest in Cody Gakpo remains active. They have also made an offer for Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka.

Elsewhere, Aston Villa have confirmed the arrivals of goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and left-back Matteo Ruggeri in deals worth a combined £47 million. Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala said he has been diagnosed with a treatable neurological dysfunction after collapsing for the second time in four days during preseason friendlies.