But while all parties await a decision from the Premier League, the transfer window is now officially open, bringing an increased amount of speculation.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from around the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
1. Potter on Lallana speculation
Brighton and Hove Albion manager Graham Potter says “it would be unfair” to speak about the transfer speculation surrounding Adam Lallana. (Various) Photo: PAUL ELLIS
2. No further bids for QPR star
Club Brugge remain the only club to agree a fee for Queens Park Rangers winger Bright Osayi-Samuel, who has been linked with Burnley and West Brom. (The Sun) Photo: Dan Istitene
3. Blades consider double swoop
Sheffield United want to sign Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster on loan next season and will consider Bournemouth’s Aaron Ramsdale if they are unable to re-sign Dean Henderson. (The Sun) Photo: Lewis Storey
4. Leeds submit David proposal
Leeds United have submitted an offer for £26m-rated Gent star Jonathan David, according to the Belgian club’s chairman Ivan De Witte. (De Zondag) Photo: VIRGINIE LEFOUR