Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool are all being linked with big money deals, as they bid to overhaul champions Man City next season. City themselves currently have an ongoing legal case against the Premier League, with the hearing - that began on Monday - expected to last a fortnight.

There is also talk of another secret deal being worked upon. Chelsea also like the Crystal Palace star, and are being linked with a shock £42m move for Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran. Villa are also selling Douglas Luiz in a remarkable deal for Weston McKennie,

Arsenal and Chelsea target Benjamin Sesko will not be moving to the Premier League this summer after deciding to stay at German side RB Leipzig. Telegraph Sport understands that the 21-year-old feels his development will be best served by remaining in the Bundesliga for at least one more season,

The transfer window for Premier League and EFL clubs formally opens on Friday, with clubs finalising plans for their summer business. Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool have already been linked with huge-money deals.

Chelsea were also keen on Sesko but can dry their tears with the capture of Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise, with the Blues having agreed personal terms with the player ahead of a £60million summer move.

Manchester United may still be mulling over Erik ten Hag's future as manager but Old Trafford chiefs are pressing on with their plans ahead of the summer transfer window