Arsenal are pressing ahead with their bid to sign Julian Alvarez, the Argentina forward who is eager to leave Atletico Madrid, according to The Mail. The 26-year-old remains firmly in Arsenal's plans despite competition from other clubs.

In a separate move, Manchester City have turned their attention to Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, 26, as a potential attacking-midfield addition. However, Everton are holding firm on a valuation of around £80m for the Senegal international, per The Guardian.

Leao race intensifies

Aston Villa have moved decisively in the pursuit of AC Milan winger Rafael Leao, 27, making direct contact with both club and player. Villa are now in a head-to-head contest with Galatasaray to secure the Portugal international's signature, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Nottingham Forest have lodged a bid worth up to £22m for Crystal Palace wing-back Daniel Munoz, 30, the Colombia international, per The Athletic.

Atletico eye Jesus duo

Atletico Madrid are reportedly weighing up moves for two Brazil forwards: Nottingham Forest's Igor Jesus, 25, and Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus, 29, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.

Meanwhile, Napoli are exploring a loan deal for Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade, 24, who represents Germany, Fabrizio Romano reports.

More moves in the pipeline

Manchester United have been offered the opportunity to acquire Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo, 28, as manager Michael Carrick seeks defensive reinforcements, according to GiveMeSport.

Hull City are on the verge of agreeing a deal with AS Roma to bring in 19-year-old French striker Robinio Vaz on a permanent basis, per The Athletic.

Chelsea are in advanced discussions to sell Marc Guiu, their 20-year-old Spanish striker, to Napoli, with Sky Sports reporting the move is progressing smoothly.

Chelsea's Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, 25, continues to harbour hopes of completing a switch to Manchester City, Fabrizio Romano says.

Fiorentina forward Moise Kean is edging closer to a move to Como in a deal that could be worth up to £35m, according to Sky Sports Italy. The Italy international's departure from Fiorentina appears increasingly likely.

Leeds United have given Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri, 28, the green light to finalise a loan move to Torino, which includes an option to purchase, per Sky Sports. Leeds are also monitoring Standard Liege goalkeeper Matthieu Epolo, 21, from DR Congo, as a possible replacement, according to Get French Football News.