After the Premier League’s opening weekend, the countdown to the summer deadline is now on, with just one week left before the window closes at 11pm on September 1st.
With several top-flight clubs pushing to finish late business, Football Whispers looks at the biggest stories circulating today.
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1. Man City join Cody Gakpo race2. Newcastle reach Nico Gonzalez agreement3. Aston Villa hold Rafael Leao talksMan City join Cody Gakpo race
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo – Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports ImagesManchester City are the latest team to line up a move for Cody Gakpo in the closing stages of the summer transfer window.
That's according to reports in the Netherlands, which suggest Enzo Maresca's side will rival Tottenham Hotspur for the 27-year-old's signature.
The Liverpool star scored against Newcastle United at the weekend and will only be sold if the Reds can get two wingers through the door in the next seven days.
What makes this interest more intriguing is the fact that City have just sold Savinho to Spurs for a big-money fee, perhaps giving them a huge advantage in the race now.
Newcastle reach Nico Gonzalez agreement
Nico Gonzalez of Manchester City – Photo via IMAGO / APLIt also appears that Savinho won't be the only departure from the Etihad Stadium this week as Nico Gonzalez closes in on a move to Newcastle.
The Magpies have reached a verbal agreement with the Citizens over a £50 million deal to sign the 24-year-old midfielder, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Gonzalez has given a ‘green light' to the move after being given assurances that he will be a key player under new Toon boss Matthias Jaissele.
With an influx of engine room reinforcements, the Spain international is free to leave and can fill the void left behind by Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali at St James' Park.
Aston Villa hold Rafael Leao talks
Rafael Leao of AC Milan – Photo via IMAGO / sportphoto24Aston Villa are one side gearing towards a busy conclusion to the summer window, having seen plenty of first-team stars depart.
According to reports, the Midlands side have held talks with the agents of Rafael Leao over a potential deal as he seeks an exit from AC Milan.
The Portugal international is a priority for Super Lig giants Galatasaray, who are unlikely to be able to afford the Serie A outfit's £51 million asking price.
Unai Emery is considering attacking reinforcements amid the uncertainty surrounding Ollie Watkins, and Leao fits the bill, with Chelsea flop Nicolas Jackson also high on his shortlist.
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