Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye move for Marseille's Paixão

Arsenal are tracking Marseille winger Igor Paixão, while Liverpool are keen on AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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Trending rumors

- Arsenal are interested in Marseille winger Igor Paixão, according to TEAMtalk. The Gunners are reported to have made an inquiry for the 26-year-old, who has already agreed personal terms with Sunderland. The Ligue 1 club are keen to keep hold of Paixão after he scored 10 goals and provided six assists in 38 matches last season, but the latest report indicates that interest in him is growing, with Aston Villa among the teams keeping tabs on his situation.

- Liverpool have placed Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott at the top of their shortlist, The Independent reports. The 23-year-old has been identified as the ideal option to reinforce the defensive midfield position for the Reds, having been a standout performer for manager Andoni Iraola last season before he moved to Anfield, but a deal could be delayed until next summer amid concerns surrounding the Cherries' £90 million valuation. Scott has also been linked with Chelsea as a potential replacement for Manchester City-linked Enzo Fernández.

- Manchester City are keen on Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye, TalkSPORT reports. The Premier League club have reportedly signaled interest in the 26-year-old, while the Toffees are set to demand an offer worth £80 million if they are to part ways with him. Uncertainty is continuing to surround Ndiaye's future after he recently rejected a contract extension, and Premier League champions Arsenal could also join the race if they miss out on Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez.

- Liverpool attacking midfielder Harvey Elliott is attracting interest from Napoli and Lazio, Football Insider reports. The two Serie A clubs are among several teams exploring a move for the 23-year-old, who wasn't named in the squad for the Reds during the 2-2 Premier League draw against Newcastle on Sunday. Elliott spent last season on loan at Aston Villa, but due to complications over a permanent clause in his contract that was triggered over a set number of appearances, he made just one league start before returning to Anfield this summer.

- Manchester City attacking midfielder Jack Grealish is on the radar of Everton, Aston Villa, and Sunderland, Fabrizio Romano reports. The 30-year-old is ready to decide his future over the next few days as his representatives continue talks with multiple Premier League clubs, though there is nothing concrete with Sunderland despite reports of a recent push to sign him on loan.

ESPN sources

- Chelsea have agreed to a deal to sign Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa for a fee of £7.5 million ($10.2m), sources confirmed to ESPN's James Olley. Read

- Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola. Barcola has been Liverpool's top target throughout the summer and the final details are now being ironed out on a deal worth around £120 million, of which at least £100 million is guaranteed. The fee is significantly less than the £145 million Liverpool were initially quoted by PSG, with a breakthrough in negotiations having arrived overnight. Read

- Fiorentina are in discussions with Manchester United over a deal for Joshua Zirkzee. The Serie A side have not yet made a formal bid, but talks are ongoing. United are open to offers for the Dutchman, who has also been the subject of interest from Juventus and Napoli.

- Ipswich Town are closing in on the signing of Bayer Leverkusen midfielder and World Cup-winner Exequiel Palacios. Ipswich are to pay an upfront fee of €22.5 million for Palacios, with the deal potentially worth up to €27.5 million. Read

- Everton are attempting to seal a £20 million deal for Sunderland defender Trai Hume. The Northern Ireland international, an ever-present as Sunderland qualified for the Europa League in their first season back in the Premier League, is under contract until 2030 at the Stadium of Light. Read

Done deals

- Wrexham have announced the signing of Issa Kaboré from Manchester City for an undisclosed fee. Kaboré spent last season on loan at the club and has now made the move permanent, signing a three-year deal at the STōK Cae Ras. Wrexham also confirmed the arrival of Gabon international Jacques Ekomie from Angers for an undisclosed fee. Read

- Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of Liam Delap from Chelsea. Sources told ESPN that Delap will join Forest in a move worth an initial £45 million ($61 million) plus £5 million ($7 million) in add-ons. Read.

- Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic from Turkish club Fenerbahçe. Barça said Thursday that the 31-year-old Livakovic signed a contract until 2030. Read

Other rumors

- Liverpool's pursuit of Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh has stalled due to the club's £80 million valuation. (Mail)

- Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo is keen on a move to Aston Villa. (Football Insider)

- Al Hilal are set to sign Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins for around £50 million. (Fabrizio Romano).

- Aston Villa have agreed a £65 million move for Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson. (Florian Plettenberg)

- Atletico Madrid are interested in Juventus and Canada striker Jonathan David, and a potential player-exchange deal could be discussed with Atleti's Alexander Sorloth. (Calciomercato)

- FC Porto remain in talks with AC Milan over a deal for Mexico striker Santiago Gimenez. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Napoli have reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea forward Marc Guiu on an initial five-year contract until 2031 that includes an optional one-year extension. (Nicolo Schira)

- Newcastle remain keen on €60 million-rated Lille winger Matias Fernandez-Pardo. (Mail)

- Como striker Alvaro Morata is close to joining Leganes on loan. (Matteo Moretto)

- Crystal Palace have explored a move for Roma and Morocco international midfielder Neil El Aynaoui. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Barcelona defender Hector Fort is closing in on a switch to Real Sociedad. (Mundo Deportivo)

- Bologna have turned down a €38 million offer to sign forward Jonathan Rowe from Atalanta. (Nicolo Schira)

- Southampton have made an approach for West Ham midfielder James Ward-Prowse amid hopes of reuniting with him. (Mike McGrath)

- Everton are interested in Burnley striker Zian Flemming. (Football Insider)