Rohit Sarkar

Summary The BCCI Pension List outlines the financial support provided to retired Indian cricketers through the board's welfare scheme.

Manchester United academy striker Ethan Wheatley has emerged as a surprise permanent target for Everton, with the Merseyside club exploring a deal that few expected earlier this summer. The Manchester Evening News reports that discussions are still in their early stages, although Everton’s interest is genuine after United spent recent weeks assessing Championship loan options for the 20-year-old instead of an outright sale.

Leeds United might have solved one of their final transfer priorities without spending another penny. According to The Leeds Press, Jayden Lienou’s impressive pre-season has left Daniel Farke seriously considering promoting the 18-year-old instead of signing another specialist left-back before the window closes.

West Ham United have thrown themselves into the race for Troy Parrott after identifying the AZ Alkmaar striker as a leading solution to their attacking problems. Claret & Hugh, quoting respected journalist Alan Nixon, reports that the Championship club are prepared to pay more than £20 million to complete the deal rather than trying to negotiate a reduced fee.

Celtic could face one of their biggest transfer decisions of the summer after fresh interest emerged in Alistair Johnston. An exclusive report from Football Insider, written by transfer correspondent Pete O’Rourke, claims the Scottish champions would consider selling the Canada international for around £14 million if a suitable package, including add-ons, arrives.

Aston Villa have stepped up their interest in Barcelona midfielder Marc Bernal, with Unai Emery pushing to bring the highly-rated teenager to Villa Park this summer. According to Ekrem Konur in The Sun (SunSport), Villa are preparing a formal £30 million bid after making the 19-year-old their leading midfield target ahead of the new campaign.

Arsenal transfer news as Galatasaray reject a Viktor Gyokeres plus €30m bid for Victor Osimhen, holding firm on a €130m valuation despite growing interest.

Arsenal transfer news as Borussia Dortmund consider Ethan Nwaneri after Said El Mala, while Arsenal value the midfielder at £50 million.

Chelsea transfer news as Joshua Zirkzee emerges as a target while Juventus struggle to complete a deal and Manchester United demand €40 million.

Manchester United transfer news as the Red Devils prepare to trigger Jorge Salinas’ €16 million release clause after Barcelona refuse to meet Racing Santander’s asking price.