Barcelona and Spain midfielder Gavi has turned down the opportunity to join Manchester United, according to a report in The Mirror. The rejection deals a blow to United's midfield recruitment plans ahead of the new season.

Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford has made a strong impression on Manchester United officials since returning to the club following his loan spell at Barcelona, with the Daily Mail reporting that the forward has left the hierarchy 'seriously impressed.'

Watkins targeted by Al Hilal

Saudi Pro League giants Al Hilal have submitted a £38.5 million (€45 million) bid for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. Watkins is reported to be keen on making the move to the Middle East.

The same Saudi side are also chasing Harry Kane, but The Express reports that the Bayern Munich and England captain is prepared to reject the lucrative Saudi offer and remain in Munich. Kane is said to be committed to his future at the German club.

City eye Wharton and Bouaddi

Manchester City have turned their attention to Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton as a transfer target, The Sun reports, with City also closing in on Lille teenage sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi.

At Stamford Bridge, a £5 billion dispute between Chelsea's co-owners over plans for a new stadium is reportedly accelerating a change of leadership at the club, according to The Sun.

Mourinho's untouchables at Real Madrid

Jose Mourinho has identified four players as untouchable at Real Madrid, according to Spanish outlet AS. Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, and Yan Diomande make up the quartet — leaving Trent Alexander-Arnold outside that protected circle.

Elsewhere, Everton chief executive Angus Kinnear has confirmed the club's interest in bringing Jack Grealish back on loan, per The Times, while Brentford pair Kevin Schade and Vitaly Janelt were identified by The Telegraph as the players who intervened against a man who racially abused a security guard.

Scottish and other news

In Scotland, Celtic are targeting Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Balazs Toth as cover for Viljami Sinisalo, the Daily Record reports, while Dundee are closing in on a deal for Swansea City striker Bobby Wales.

Ipswich are also making headlines after unveiling significant upgrades to their new £30 million training facility, including plans to monitor players' urine as part of an ambitious programme to gain an edge over Premier League rivals, the Daily Mail reports.