Aston Villa’s transfer strategy remains complicated, with Ollie Watkins nearing an exit and Nicolas Jackson expected to join. Crystal Palace are attempting to disrupt Villa’s pursuit of Club Brugge centre-back Joel Ordóñez, having opened negotiations for the Ecuador international. That development has prompted Unai Emery’s side to explore other options, including West Ham defender Jean-Claire Todibo, who is available for a move. Palace are also considering an unexpected approach for Marseille midfielder Quinten Timber, Jurrien’s brother, as the transfer deadline draws closer.
Chelsea have repeatedly played down concerns about their goalkeepers, but Robert Sánchez’s most recent mistake may lead to a rethink. The London club could make an offer for Aston Villa reserve Emiliano Martínez, who has lost his place to Zion Suzuki. Elsewhere, Honest Ahanor is set to become part of Xabi Alonso’s new project after an agreement was reached with Atalanta for the defender.
Brighton may have completed their senior recruitment, but the club continue to search for promising young talent. Deportivo Cali’s Matias Orozco is among their targets, with the 18-year-old likely to be sent on loan immediately to gain further experience. Peterborough forward Bolu Shofowoke is another teenager being monitored by the club.
Sunderland want to add more creativity to their attack and are assessing several possibilities. Jack Grealish remains an option, although Aston Villa and Everton are also interested. The club have already spoken with Marseille about winger Igor Paixão. They have also held discussions with Sporting over Geny Catamo, who has registered three assists in his opening three Portuguese league matches.
Everton are weighing up an approach for Midtjylland forward Franculino Djú. The Guinea-Bissau international has produced an impressive scoring record in Denmark and is viewed as a player capable of succeeding in the Premier League.
Nottingham Forest may allow reserve centre-back Morato to join Roma. The club are also searching for a right wing-back, with Dodô under consideration if their attempt to recruit Celta Vigo’s Javi Rueda falls through.
James Ward-Prowse has endured a difficult period since departing Southampton in 2023, including unsuccessful loan spells at Forest and Burnley while contracted to West Ham. With the midfielder struggling to earn the confidence of Nuno Espírito Santo, a return to St Mary’s could offer him the opportunity to spend the closing stages of his career at his former club.
In other Championship transfer news, Wolves are preparing to recruit goalkeeper João Virginia from Sporting. The 26-year-old is poised for another move despite having made only 23 league appearances during his career.
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