Transfer Updates: Calvert-Lewin, Isak, Kolo Muani, Jesus, Mitrovic, Others

Former Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin has emerged as a hot transfer target for a couple of top clubs across Europe, days after becoming a free agent.

The 28-year-old England international is now on Aston Villa’s transfer radar, with Unai Emery’s side set to rival both AC Milan and Newcastle United for his signature, according to The Sun.

Meanwhile, Newcastle could be set for a major shake-up in attack as they brace for a formal approach from Liverpool for their Swedish star striker, Alexander Isak.

The 25-year-old, who has been pivotal for the Magpies, is reportedly a key target for the Reds, with a formal bid expected next week, reports The Mail.

In a fresh twist to the European market, Manchester United are said to have joined the chase for Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani.

The 26-year-old France international has long been admired by Juventus, but United’s entrance into the race, reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, adds a new layer of intrigue.

Elsewhere, Brighton’s Ecuadorian winger Jeremy Sarmiento looks set to move on from the Seagulls. While clubs from South America are circling, the 23-year-old has expressed a desire to continue his career in Europe, reports The Athletic.

Leeds United are not backing down in their pursuit of Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao. After seeing an initial offer rejected, the Whites have returned with a second bid worth €32 million (£28m), according to L’Équipe.

Burnley are making moves to reinforce their goalkeeping department following the departure of 22-year-old James Trafford to Manchester City.

According to The Sun, they’ve identified Wolves’ veteran keeper Sam Johnstone, 32, as their preferred replacement.

Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus is drawing serious interest, with Newcastle and Tottenham keen on the 28-year-old Brazilian. However, the competition is fierce, with Barcelona, AC Milan and Inter Milan all monitoring the situation, Caught Offside reports.

West Ham, meanwhile, are reportedly eyeing a move for Sheffield United’s goalkeeper Michael Cooper. The 25-year-old could be brought in as the Hammers seek depth between the sticks (The Sun).

Brighton’s youth talent is also under the spotlight, as Fabrizio Romano reports that Toulouse have opened negotiations for Malian teenager Malick Yalcouye, 19, in a bid to strengthen their midfield.

Wolves are also in pursuit of attacking reinforcements and are eyeing Morocco’s Amine Adli from Bayer Leverkusen. However, Bild notes the German side are demanding €30 million (£26.2m) for the 25-year-old.

Serie A side Atalanta have turned their attention to Everton’s Guinea-Bissau forward Beto, 27. Calciomercato reports that the Italian club is considering the Toffees striker as a potential summer signing.

Fulham are also making quiet but deliberate moves in the market, having shown interest in Chelsea’s English midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, 25, according to GiveMeSport.

And in what could become one of the most talked-about transfer battles of the window, Manchester United, Newcastle, and Tottenham are all lining up bids for Serbian striker Aleksandar Mitrovic.

The 30-year-old, currently with Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, may be on the verge of a Premier League return, as reported by Caught Offside.