Meanwhile, the Whites continue to work tirelessly behind the scenes on acquiring further signings, in what has been a successful transfer window for the Whites so far. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Premier League.
1. City boost as Koulibaly wants switch
Man City target Kalidou Koulibaly is said to be "desperate" to join Pep Guardiola's side this summer, after missing out on big moves away from Napoli in the past. (MEN) Photo: Gabriele Maltinti
2. Chelsea close in on Mendy
Chelsea look to be close to landing their seventh signing of the summer, with a £25m deal for Rennes goalkeeper Edouard Mendy close to completion. The deal would take the Blues' summer spending up to around £226m (Sky Sports) Photo: Ian MacNicol
3. Reds ready Sarr raid
Liverpool are believed to be moving closer to striking a deal for Watford winger Ismaila Sarr. The Reds are understood to have held early talks with the Hornets ahead of potentially lodging an opening bid. (Football Insider) Photo: Richard Heathcote
4. Baggies winning Deeney race
West Bromwich Albion look to be closing in on a move for Watford striker Troy Deeney. The Baggies are said to be in advanced talks with the player, and could beat Spurs to his signing. (Football Insider) Photo: JULIAN FINNEY
5. Magpies coud land Arias
Newcastle United look set to battle it out with Everton and Wolves for Atletico Madrid full-back Santiago Arias. The right-back has been capped on over 50 occasions for the Colombia senior side. (Sport Witness) Photo: Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno
6. Brighton target left out of Arsenal squad
Brighton & Hove Albion's hopes of landing Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez look to have received a boost, after the Gunners left the £20m-rated stopper out of their side to face Fulham this weekend. (Guardian) Photo: GLYN KIRK