Leeds United is planning to intensify discussions to extend the contract of 29-year-old England striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin until 2030. This move aims to secure his future with the club.
Meanwhile, Arsenal has made significant progress in securing new contracts for Norway midfielder Martin Odegaard, 27, Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber, 25, and England midfielder Declan Rice, 27. These agreements are expected to be finalised before January.
In other transfer news, Arsenal and Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 27, has emerged as a potential January transfer target for Atletico Madrid. The futures of Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres and Spain midfielder Mikel Merino at Arsenal could also be uncertain as the club looks to manage its finances.
Aston Villa's Dutch defender Ian Maatsen, 24, is reportedly close to signing a contract extension. Additionally, Everton is among several European clubs interested in Flamengo's 26-year-old Brazil winger Samuel Lino.