1. DivisionVue d'ensemble

Nottingham Forest have slapped a staggering price tag on Elliot Anderson as Manchester City look to rebuild their midfield following the departure of Pep Guardiola. While the former Newcastle man has emerged as a top priority for the Etihad hierarchy, questions are being asked about whether any club will realistically match the current demands.

Manchester United have officially opened negotiations with West Ham for midfielder Mateus Fernandes as the club accelerates its summer recruitment drive. Following the departure of Casemiro, the Red Devils are determined to overhaul their options in the middle of the park under the guidance of Michael Carrick.

Manchester City star Rayan Cherki is being tipped to reach the world-class levels of Kevin De Bruyne after successfully navigating the intense demands of life under Pep Guardiola. Former City defender Gael Clichy believes the Frenchman has endured the ultimate learning curve at the Etihad Stadium to become a complete playmaker.

Andros Townsend has led calls for Christian Eriksen to consider retiring from professional football after the midfielder suffered a second terrifying in-game collapse. The football world was left in shock on Sunday as the 34-year-old went down during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine, almost five years since his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.