The transfer window is heating up as Liverpool's Premier League rivals move to secure signings for the upcoming season.
Alexis Mac Allister's move to Anfield was one of the first pieces of business done in the English top-flight with the Reds looking to snap up more additions.
However, their rivals are in the same boat as they look to cement their place in the top four. For Liverpool, they're looking to re-establish themselves among Europe's elite after missing out on qualification as they were forced to settle for Europa League football.
Manchester City, Arsenal, Newcastle United and Manchester United are all in the hunt to reinforce their respective squads as last season's top two battle for Declan Rice.
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Manchester City & Arsenal
Manchester City have pulled out of the battle with Arsenal to sign West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice.
According to various news sources, the Citizens have opted not to pursue the England international after it has been claimed that they have no intention of matching or improving on the latest offer pitched by the Gunners.
The Hammers captain has been earmarked as one of the main targets for Mikel Arteta's side as they look to compensate captain Martin Odegaard.
Already, Arsenal have had two bids rejected but now it has been reported, via the BBC, that they have made a third bid worth up to £105m for the Europa Conference League-winning skipper.
Manchester City
On Tuesday, Manchester City confirmed the capture of Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic.
The Croatian put pen-to-paper on a four-year deal with the deal said to be in the region of £25m.
In terms of departures, City face a "fight" from Bayern Munich for defender Kyle Walker, according to German news outlet BILD. They claim that the Bundesliga champions are looking to the 33-year-old as a replacement for Benjamin Pavard, who has been linked with Liverpool, with suggestions he will leave the Allianz Arena this summer.
It has been reported that positive discussions have been held with the Bavarians and the England internationals representatives with a two-year deal possible.
Arsenal
Arsenal are on the verge of completing the signing of Kai Havertz from Chelsea and out sister website Football.London have revealed the leaked shirt number of the German.
The former Bayer Leverkusen attacker is set to join the Gunners for a reported £65m. Images began to surface this week of the German in Arsenal's new home kit as well as his first interview with the club. All of which simply indicates that official confirmation of this deal is just a few hours away, with fans likely to keep their eyes peeled.
The images also appear to 'reveal' that Havertz will have the No.29.
Elsewhere according to reports in France, namely L'Equipe, Arsenal are interested in signing Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana if they fail to land Rice.
In terms of departures from north London, the Express have reported that Rob Holding is mulling over talk of a move to Turkey. There were initially reports that he could join Brendan Rodgers at Celtic but Besiktas have nudged in front to become frontrunners as per the report.
Manchester United
West Ham reportedly could end their pursuit of out-of-favour Manchester United captain Harry Maguire according to The Telegraph.
David Moyes' side are looking to bolster his squad following their success in Europe and are said to like the United defender. However, his wage demands are proving to be a stumbling block.
The Red Devils are open to selling the former Leicester City man but are said to face difficulty in paving way for an exit.
United are continuing their search for a new goalkeeper and Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio will meet representatives from Old Trafford and representatives of Andre Onana.
It is hoped that in the next 48 hours, they can find an agreement to bring the goalkeeper to the Premier League and reunited with Erik ten Hag.
As well as reinforcements between the sticks, United are looking to bolster their midfield. Mason Mount was among their targets but saw three approaches knocked back. As a result, they've turned their attention to alternatives with Ajax's Mohammed Kudus named.
According to the Mail Online, interest from Ten Hag's side has been cited and a £40m price-tag has been mooted.
Newcastle United
Newcastle are said to be one of four Premier League clubs eyeing a deal for Juventus winger, Federico Chiesa. A latest report by Corriere dello Sport has made clear Liverpool, Aston Villa and Manchester United are the other three sides interested in a deal.
'Watching with great attention', the Magpies have the opportunity to recruit the Italian should they be prepared to offer a €60million (£51.8m) fee for his services.
Tottenham Hotspur
James Maddison will undergo a medical at Tottenham Hotspur ahead of a £40m move from Leicester City, according to the Standard.
The England international landed in the capital after spending the off-season in Ibiza. It has been said he has agreed a long-term contract which would see him become the first major signing under Ange Postecoglu.
Harry Winks, who spent last season on loan in Italy, will move to the King Power Stadium in a separate deal as the former Celtic manager looks to trim the squad.
However, the major story that is developing surrounds captain Harry Kane. England's all-time leading goalscorer has been courted by German champions Bayern Munich - who have already seen their first bid rejected.
However, the BBC reports that they will make an improved offer for the Spurs forward.
Sources in north London denied claims that a £70m bid was made for the 29-year-old but there was conflicting reports in Germany as BILD reported that Kane agreed personal terms.
Chelsea
Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa has reportedly been offered to Chelsea as they continue their search for a new No.1
Edouard Mendy is closing in on a move to Al-Ahli after three years at Stamford Bridge and Kepa Arrizabalaga is not expected to remain first-choice at the club.
90min.com claim Chelsea have been 'contacted' regarding Costa's availability, as have Manchester United. The Red Devils are also in the market for a new shot-stopper as they consider David De Gea's future at Old Trafford, having been their go-to option for over a decade.
