Manchester City have entered the race to sign Liverpool and Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo, 27, with Tottenham also still working on a deal.
Manchester City's pursuit of Gakpo is a surprise twist in the transfer window, with Liverpool reportedly open to selling the player. Gakpo has been in fine form for both club and country, scoring crucial goals in the Champions League and World Cup.
The 27-year-old forward has been a key player for Liverpool, providing assists and scoring goals. His pace, skill, and experience make him an attractive target for top clubs. Manchester City's interest in Gakpo is a significant development, with Pep Guardiola looking to strengthen his squad.
Tottenham are still working on a deal for Gakpo, with negotiations ongoing. The two clubs are reportedly close to an agreement, but the details remain unclear. Gakpo's future at Liverpool is uncertain, with Manchester City's interest potentially changing the dynamics of the transfer window.
Meanwhile, Newcastle have reached a verbal agreement with Manchester City to sign Spain midfielder Nico Gonzalez, 24, for £47m plus £3m in add-ons. The deal is a significant coup for Newcastle, who are looking to strengthen their midfield.
Gonzalez has been a key player for Manchester City, providing defensive solidity and creativity in midfield. His experience and skill make him an attractive target for top clubs. Newcastle's signing of Gonzalez is a significant development, with the club looking to challenge for a top-four spot.
In other transfer news, Manchester United are confident of persuading Arsenal to sell England's Myles Lewis-Skelly, 19, although the asking price of more than £50m remains a sticking point in a deal for the player who can play left-back and midfield.
Lewis-Skelly has been a key player for Arsenal, providing pace and skill on the wing. His versatility and experience make him an attractive target for top clubs. Manchester United's interest in Lewis-Skelly is a significant development, with the club looking to strengthen their squad.
Newcastle have also submitted an offer worth 40m euros (£34.2m) excluding bonuses for Lille and Belgium forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, 21. The offer is a significant development, with Newcastle looking to strengthen their attacking options.
Fernandez-Pardo has been a key player for Lille, providing pace and skill on the wing. His experience and versatility make him an attractive target for top clubs. Newcastle's offer for Fernandez-Pardo is a significant development, with the club looking to challenge for a top-four spot.
As the transfer window enters its final stages, top clubs are making their moves to strengthen their squads. Manchester City's pursuit of Gakpo, Newcastle's signing of Gonzalez, and Manchester United's interest in Lewis-Skelly are just a few of the significant developments in the transfer market. With the deadline looming, clubs are under pressure to complete their deals and strengthen their squads for the new season.
Source: BBC Sports