Just because it is the weekend the rumour mill shows no sign of slowing down for Leeds United as Marcelo Bielsa formulates a plan for the Premier League. The club have been linked with a raft of players, some exciting, some from left field and some downright bonkers.
One thing is for sure, between now, start of the league season in September and the close of the transfer window in October it is going to be fascinating and frustrating in equal measure.
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. £100m target for Arsenal
Philippe Coutinho was reportedly at Arsenal’s training ground on Friday to discuss a shock move from Barcelona. The Brazilian has struggled since leaving Liverpool to really kick on and spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich. He has also been linked with Arsenal, Chelsea, Leicester and Newcastle. (Express) Photo: Alexander Hassenstein
2. Liverpool favourites to land midfield ace
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has issued a plea to star midfielder Thiago Alcantara to stay at the club amidst speculation with a link away. Liverpool are favourites to sign the 29-year-old who has entered the final year of his contract. (Mirror) Photo: Angel Martinez
3. Chelsea and United battle for keeper
Kasper Schmeichel has emerged a target for Chelsea this summer to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga. The Leicester City ace would prefer a move to Manchester United, following in his dad’s footsteps. The Red Devils, however, are keeping tabs on Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret as a replacement for David de Gea. (Transfer window podcast) Photo: Michael Regan
4. Target doesn’t want Leeds move
Rangers star Borna Barisic is happy at Ibrox despite speculation over a move to Leeds United. Contracted until 2024, he is not keen on a move this summer. Barisic has had interest from AC Milan and Roma in the past. (Daily Record) Photo: Mark Runnacles
5. Albion go shopping for a left-back
Brighton have set their sights to Spain to bring in a left-back. Villarreal star Alfonso Pedraza is the wanted man after spending the season on loan at Real Betis. The former Leeds United left-sided player could be available for as little as £8m. (The Argus) Photo: JOSEP LAGO
6. Blades boost in right-back hunt
Sheffield United have received a boost in their pursuit of right-back Matty Cash. The Nottingham Forest ace is also interesting West Ham but the Hammers won’t put in a bid until the move players on. The Blades have reportedly had a £10m bid rejected for the player. (Football Insider) Photo: Nathan Stirk