Chelsea and Newcastle Target Key Players in Transfer Race

Chelsea is reportedly nearing the completion of a deal to sign Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace, with the transfer valued at approximately €55 million. Lacroix, a French international, impressed during his time at the FIFA World Cup.

Additionally, Newcastle United has identified Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha as a target, also with a bid worth €55 million. Newcastle's interest comes as they look to bolster their current setup.

Meanwhile, Bruno Guimarães has turned down an approach from Manchester United, and Chelsea is among the clubs interested in signing Sporting CP left-back Maxi Araújo. Other transfer activities include Tottenham Hotspur's manager Roberto De Zerbi expressing interest in Antonin Kinski, and Mason Greenwood preferring a move to Serie A powerhouse Roma amid rival interest from Fenerbahçe and Al Hilal.

AC Milan has secured an agreement to sign Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain for a club record fee.