Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly keeping tabs on Rennes full-back Adrien Truffert, according to BBC Sport's latest gossip roundup, as both Premier League giants weigh up reinforcements for their defensive options.
Elsewhere, Newcastle are said to be interested in Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton, who could be tempted by the prospect of regular first-team football away from Anfield.
In more concrete news on the contract front, Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is understood to be closing in on a new long-term deal at the Emirates, a boost for Mikel Arteta as he looks to build his side around the Norwegian playmaker.
As ever with transfer gossip, nothing is confirmed, and these names should be treated as links rather than done deals. United and Liverpool's interest in Truffert, and Newcastle's reported pursuit of Morton, will likely develop as the window edges closer, while Arsenal fans can take encouragement from Odegaard's apparent commitment to the club's project under Arteta.