While Premier League clubs face a hectic schedule, speculation is showing no signs of slowing down when it comes to off the field matters and the upcoming transfer window.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours surrounding the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
5. Luiz key to Silva agreement?
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has made contact with free agent Thiago Silva and hopes former teammate David Luiz can persuade him to move to North London. (Le10Sport) Photo: FRANCK FIFE
6. Klopp is a fan of Thiago
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp would like to tempt Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara to Anfield. (France Football via Sports Witness) Photo: BEN STANSALL
7. Man Utd warned over Sancho interest
Manchester United should focus on signing a striker similar to the calibre of Robert Lewandowski rather than splashing £50m on Jadon Sancho, says former coach Rene Meulensteen. (TalkSport) Photo: Stuart Franklin
8. PL chief drops NUFC takeover hint
Premier League chief Richard Masters hopes a decision regarding the Saudi-led takeover of Newcastle United can ‘conclude shortly’ after admitting it has been ‘complicated’. (Various) Photo: Fred Lee