Arsenal have reportedly set their sights on Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez as they look to bolster their attacking options, according to BBC Sport's Monday gossip column.
The Argentina international has impressed since his move to the Spanish capital, and the Gunners are said to be exploring a potential deal, though no formal approach has been confirmed.
Elsewhere, Aston Villa are understood to be looking to hijack Newcastle United's pursuit of Johan Manzambi, threatening to gazump the Magpies in the race for the young talent.
As always with transfer gossip, these stories remain speculative at this stage, with BBC Sport stressing that nothing concrete has been agreed in either case. Arsenal's interest in Alvarez would represent a major statement of intent given the player's profile at Atletico Madrid, while Villa's reported interference in Newcastle's plans for Manzambi adds another twist to the ongoing summer transfer saga.
Further details and movement on both fronts are expected to emerge as the window progresses, with all parties yet to comment publicly on the reports.