Arsenal have identified Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi as a transfer target, according to reports — though the south-coast club are expected to demand a substantial fee for the 20-year-old France Under-21 international.

The Gunners' interest in Kroupi is described as serious, with Football London reporting that Arsenal are extremely keen on securing the young attacker's signature. Bournemouth, however, will not let him leave cheaply.

Real Madrid eye Branthwaite

Real Madrid are assessing a potential move for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, 24, with the English defender also attracting attention from several other Premier League clubs, according to Goal.

Branthwaite has established himself as one of the top young defenders in English football, and his performances have clearly caught the eye of Europe's biggest clubs.

Chelsea explore Nico Williams deal

Chelsea are reportedly exploring a £69 million move for Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams. The 24-year-old Spain international is understood to be a priority target for the Blues, according to Fichajes.

Other transfer developments

Arsenal have no plans to sell Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi in January, despite reported interest from elsewhere, according to Football Insider.

Both Real Madrid and Barcelona have made fresh enquiries regarding American teenager Cavan Sullivan, 16, who is set to join Manchester City from Philadelphia Union upon turning 18, per Teamtalk.

Liverpool face a steep £130 million release clause to sign Brazilian midfielder Rayan from Bournemouth — with no discount expected despite manager Andoni Iraola having previously worked with the player during his time as Bournemouth head coach, ESPN Brazil reports via Caught Offside.

Atletico Madrid midfielder Julian Alvarez, 26, who has attracted interest from Arsenal and Barcelona, is reportedly weighing up a change of agent following a summer dominated by transfer speculation, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Finally, Everton are unlikely to move for Tottenham forward Richarlison, 29, despite the Brazilian being linked with a return to Goodison Park during the summer window, Football Insider reports.