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AS Monaco have made an enquiry about Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pape Matar Sarr (23), as per a report from Fabrizio Romano.

Monaco are preparing potentially for a departure in midfield before the end of the window. Whilst Filipe Luís is desperate to keep Lamine Camara, the Senegal international continues to be linked with a move away from the Principality club. Given their need to raise further funds this summer, they are not in a position to resist advances for Camara.

Les Monégasques have been heavily linked with Erik Lira, however, a non-EU place would have to be freed to complete the Mexico international’s signing. Sarr, whose prospects at Tottenham Hotspur this season under Roberto De Zerbi look limited, has now emerged as a potential target. Like Camara, Sarr also has experience in France, having also played for FC Metz. A loan deal is a possibility; talks over the project and the salary have taken a place, Romano understands.

Aston Villa FC and FC Barcelona have joined Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign USMNT striker Folarin Balogun (25) from AS Monaco, according to L’Equipe. The former Arsenal youth graduate is a man in demand after a remarkable, in more ways than one, 2026 FIFA World Cup with Mauricio Pochettino’s team. Balogun also comes off the back of a strong season with the Ligue 1 side.

Like Maghnes Akliouche, who went on to leave the Principality for Ligue 1 rivals PSG, Balogun is also expected to leave Filipe Luis’s side with AS Monaco cashing in on their prized assets.

It has been reported earlier that Tottenham entered talks with Monaco to sign the €60m-rated Balogun, but Spurs are not the only clubs having registered an interest in the American. L’Equipe reports that Aston Villa FC have made their interest known. This comes after reports linking Ollie Watkins to Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal.

FC Barcelona, who need attacking reinforcements after parting ways with Robert Lewandoswki and Ferran Torres, are also monitoring Balogun.

Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly among the clubs vying to sign Chelsea FC’s Nicolas Jackson (25), according to information from RMC Sport. Atlético Madrid are also said to be interested.

However, the Blues’ valuation of the Senegalese player at €69m is proving to be a major obstacle for his various suitors. Under contract until 2033, the Banjul, Gambia-born player is currently estimated to be worth €40m by the specialist website Transfermarkt.

On loan at Bayern Munich last season, Jackson mainly played the role of a super-sub, starting just 15 of the 34 matches he featured in across all competitions. This limited playing time did not, however, prevent him from finding the back of the net 11 times and providing four assists.

Having joined Chelsea from Villarreal CF in the summer of 2023, the Senegalese striker has made 81 appearances for the club, scoring 30 goals and providing 12 assists.

According to a report from L’Équipe, Tottenham Hotspur have opened discussions with AS Monaco over a transfer for Folarin Balogun (25), with the French outlet writing that the striker is estimated to be worth around €60m.

Balogun is coming off his third season in the Principality, having moved to the Ligue 1 side from Tottenham’s rivals Arsenal in 2023. The US international has been linked this summer with an exit. Spanish and English sides (including Newcastle United) have reportedly held an interest in a striker, who scored 19 times across 45 games last season.

Balogun made headlines at the 2026 FIFA World Cup when his red card suspension was lifted in time for the Round of 16 exit to Belgium. The striker had been sent off in the Round of 32, but this was overturned following a call from US President Donald Trump, who made a call pleading Balogun’s case, albeit FIFA denies that this had any sway on the final decision.

Manchester City are reported to have added Paris Saint-Germain’s Ibrahim Mbaye (18) to their shortlist of summer transfer targets, according to Foot Mercato.

Already linked with Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, the Senegalese forward is also said to be attracting interest from Germany, where RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund are also believed to have expressed an interest in him.

These multiple options could well unblock the situation, as Mbaye is keen to leave the Paris-based club, which, for their part, appear open to selling their young star.

Having made 31 appearances in all competitions (three goals, two assists) in the 2025-26 season, the Trappes-born player faced stiff competition upon his return from the Africa Cup of Nations, seeing his playing time reduced after a first half of the season in which he had featured heavily.

That did not, however, stop him from making his mark at the World Cup, where he notably scored a superb goal against France, once again showcasing all his qualities.

Randal Kolo Muani (27) will return to Paris Saint-Germain this summer, but he won’t stay there. The Frenchman is coming off the back of a difficult campaign with Tottenham Hotspur. His form meant that, despite Didier Deschamps’ fondness of the forward, he was a notable omission from his FIFA World Cup squad.

His future at club level remains open. Kolo Muani’s priority was for a return to Juventus, where he spent the second half of the 2024/25 season on loan. It was a successful stint for the former Eintracht Frankfurt forward.

Kolo Muani attracts interest from Premier League and Bundesliga

Aware of Kolo Muani’s preference, PSG have been trying to strike a deal with Juventus. However, whilst Les Parisiens have sought to respect the player’s wish, Get French Football News understands that their patience with the Serie A side is waning.

Amid financial difficulties, Juventus are struggling to provide the financial guarantees to meet PSG’s terms and get a deal over the line. All the while, interest from the Premier League and the Bundesliga is growing, Get French Football News understands. Whilst PSG were initially in exclusive talks with Juventus, out of respect for Kolo Muani’s wishes, the bidding process has now been opened up to other suitors.

Juventus’ attempts to conclude a deal to sign Randal Kolo Muani (27) from Juventus are not progressing, as other clubs join the race to sign the Frenchman, as per a report from Foot Mercato. Aston Villa and Crystal Palace are among the interested parties.

Last season, Kolo Muani scored just once in 30 appearances in the Premier League for Tottenham Hotspur. It was a difficult spell for the Frenchman, who has now returned to parent club PSG. However, his future does not lie at the Parc des Princes. A departure is expected in the coming weeks.

Juventus had looked his most likely destination. A loan with a buy option worth €40m was close, Foot Mercato understands, however, the Italian side’s financial difficulties have seen the deal stall. PSG are losing patience and have therefore opened the door for competitors to swoop in; Juventus have been informed of this.

Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Borussia Dortmund are all interested in signing Kolo Muani. It was reported earlier this week by L’Équipe that, despite a difficult spell in North London, Tottenham Hotspur are also interested.

Despite struggling while on loan last season, Randal Kolo Muani (27) could return to Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report from L’Équipe.

Last season, Kolo Muani scored just once in 30 appearances in the Premier League for Tottenham Hotspur. It was a difficult spell for the Frenchman, who has now returned to parent club Paris Saint-Germain. However, his future does not lie at the Parc des Princes. A departure is expected in the coming weeks.

It was reported by Foot Mercato at the end of June that an agreement between PSG and Juventus was close. The France international thrived during his brief six-month stint in Italy the season before his Spurs loan. He scored 10 goals in 22 games for the Serie A club.

L’Équipe now reports that, while there is concrete contact between Kolo Muani and Juventus, as reported both in France and Italy, there is also contact with Tottenham Hotspur. A surprising return to North London may be on the cards.

Ibrahim Mbaye (18) wants to leave formative club Paris Saint-Germain amid interest from Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report from Foot Mercato.

Mbaye has accrued plenty of international experience in recent months. Since committing to Senegal, he has played in an Africa Cup of Nations and also scored in a FIFA World Cup. Prior to heading to AFCON in the winter, Mbaye was featuring regularly, but his gametime decreased upon his return from the tournament.

He has been playing a bit-part role under Luis Enrique, and with the European champions pursuing a deal for Maghnes Akliouche, that may not change next season. As a result, Mbaye wants to leave the club, despite his entourage attempting to dissuade him from making such a decision.

Aston Villa, who were a touted suitor back in January, are very interested in signing the forward, Foot Mercato understands. Tottenham Hotspur are also in the race, but to a lesser degree than their Premier League rivals.

Folarin Balogun (24) will be allowed to leave AS Monaco this summer, for the right price, Get French Football News understands, and interest in the USMNT forward is growing.

It was reported by Foot Mercato on Tuesday that Balogun had been shortlisted by Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, whilst, following Goncalo Ramos’ transfer to AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain’s interest was also growing. Tottenham Hotspur, now managed by former Olympique de Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi, has made the former Arsenal man his priority.

However, there is now growing interest from Borussia Dortmund, according to a report from Bild. The Bundesliga side’s interest in Balogun is growing, amid doubts about Serhou Guirassy’s continuation at the club. The German side are, however, prioritising a move for Hoffenheim’s Fisnik Asllani, who is also a target for Red Bull Leipzig.

Last season, the Monaco striker netted 19 goals and registered five assists in 43 games in all competitions.