Arsenal have continued their pursuit of Aston Villa centre-back Ezri Konsa, holding further talks over a potential deal — though a gap remains between the two clubs on valuation, according to the Daily Mail.

The England international is a priority target for the Gunners this summer, but Villa are understood to be holding firm on their asking price, leaving negotiations at a delicate stage.

Martinelli the subject of a major bid

Arsenal face a difficult decision over Gabriel Martinelli after Galatasaray submitted a £38 million offer for the Brazilian winger, as reported by The Times. The Gunners are now weighing up whether to sanction his departure.

Elsewhere at Arsenal, Tottenham have moved to distance themselves from any interest in Folarin Balogun, the former Gunners striker currently at Monaco, with the club insisting no pursuit is underway, per the Daily Mail.

Barcelona pursue Rodri with improved offer

Barcelona have returned with an improved bid of around €60 million (£51 million) for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, according to The Guardian. City are yet to indicate whether the offer is sufficient to prize away their midfield anchor.

Transfer moves across Europe

Newcastle United have identified Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba as a transfer target, the Daily Mail reports, as the Magpies continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.

Dusan Vlahovic has reached an agreement to join Besiktas on a free transfer after departing Juventus earlier this summer, The Athletic reports.

Crystal Palace are in advanced discussions with Monaco over 22-year-old midfielder Lamine Camara, per the Daily Mail, while Cercle Brugge are working to secure a six-figure deal to sign Tayo Adaramola from Palace.

EFL round-up

Reading are in discussions with rugby union side Bath about a potential groundshare arrangement, according to The Sun.

Leicester City have been valued at slightly above the fee Liverpool paid for Alexander Isak, according to a brochure circulated to prospective buyers of the club, The Sun reports.

The EFL has updated its regulations in response to the controversy surrounding Southampton's so-called 'spygate' affair, The Athletic reports.