Chelsea Eyes Alex Scott as Enzo Fernández Replacement

Chelsea has identified Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernández, who continues to attract transfer interest from Manchester City. The Blues are monitoring the 23-year-old Scott, while Liverpool has also placed him high on their shortlist for midfield reinforcements.

Aston Villa's target, Rafael Leão, is nearing a move away from AC Milan, with Galatasaray reportedly set to pay around £38 million for the 27-year-old winger, which could end Villa's hopes of signing him. Sunderland has submitted a loan offer for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, but no agreement has been reached yet.

Everton and Aston Villa are also interested in the 30-year-old Grealish. Chelsea is also close to finalizing a £36 million deal for Atalanta’s teenage defender Honest Ahanor.

Meanwhile, Liverpool is reportedly close to a £120 million deal for Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, although their pursuit of Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh has stalled due to a high asking price.