Enzo Fernández's absence from the Chelsea squad for their Carabao Cup match against Luton last night has intensified speculation regarding a potential transfer. Despite public assurances from his manager that the Argentinian midfielder would feature, Fernández was not selected.
This development has prompted further rumours that a move to Manchester City is imminent. Chelsea are reportedly holding out for a fee of £120m for the 25-year-old. Manchester City are also believed to be interested in securing the services of Iliman Ndiaye, who Everton value at £80m.
Elsewhere, Atlético Madrid are reportedly in negotiations with Arsenal over the sale of Julián Alvarez, who has missed training for two days. Atlético value the striker at £128m, with Gabriel Jesus potentially moving in the opposite direction.
Milan has accepted a £38m bid from Galatasaray for Rafael Leão, but Aston Villa remains hopeful of a season-long loan with an obligation to buy. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott, after a loan spell at Aston Villa, could be heading to Italy with Napoli or Lazio.