Arsenal lead Hinshelwood race - Saturday's gossip

What the report says

BBC Sport’s football gossip roundup says Arsenal are currently leading the chase for Brighton midfielder Jack Hinshelwood, with the 21-year-old reportedly attracting interest as clubs weigh summer midfield options. The item also notes that Barcelona are preparing a third offer for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, though the reported fee would still be below City’s valuation.

Elsewhere, Manchester United, Tottenham and Arsenal are said to have discussed the possibility of signing Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, who is presently at Galatasaray. The roundup adds that Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo has allegedly reached an agreement in principle over a move to Tottenham, while Crystal Palace are expected to seek up to £25m for Daniel Munoz, a target for Everton.

Several other possible transfers are mentioned across Europe’s top clubs. Newcastle are linked with Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong is reportedly of interest to Coventry, and Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus is said to be talking to Napoli. Tottenham are also described as working on a deal for Manchester City winger Savinho. In wider European movement, Paris St-Germain are reported to have agreed a fee for Ajax winger Mika Godts, while Leeds are said to face a minimum asking price for Borussia Monchengladbach defender Nico Elvedi. The roundup reflects the busy late-summer market, though these are transfer links rather than confirmed deals.