Multiple Premier League clubs are actively pursuing talent across Europe's top leagues, with Arsenal monitoring Argentina forward Nico Paz at Como while Liverpool and Aston Villa track Fiorentina's Italy midfielder Cher Ndour and Sunderland continue their pursuit of Sporting's Mozambique winger Geny Catamo.
Arsenal's Interest in Paz
Arsenal are keeping close watch on Como's 22-year-old Argentina forward Nico Paz, though any potential deal faces a significant obstacle. Real Madrid retain a buy-back clause valued at 80 million euros (£68.7 million), giving the Spanish club the option to re-sign the player. According to reports, Real Madrid and Como agreed in June 2026 that Paz would remain at Como while Madrid retained the right to re-sign him for the 2027-28 season.
Paz has made an impressive start to the current campaign. The forward scored in Como's 4-1 victory at Genoa on 5 September 2026 and then provided two assists in the club's 4-1 Champions League win over RB Leipzig on 10 September 2026. Como's triumph over RB Leipzig marked their first-ever Champions League victory, with Paz directly involved in three goals across his last two matches. His overall tally stands at one goal and two assists across four appearances in all competitions this season.
Other Premier League Targets
Liverpool and Aston Villa are among several clubs monitoring the progress of Fiorentina's 22-year-old Italy midfielder Cher Ndour. The midfielder has attracted attention from multiple top-flight sides as Serie A's transfer window activity continues.
Sunderland have refused to abandon their efforts to sign Geny Catamo from Sporting. The 25-year-old Mozambique winger eluded the Black Cats during the summer transfer window, but the Championship club remains determined to secure his services in future windows.
Continental Transfer Activity
Monaco are confident they can command a fee of 70 million euros (£60.1 million) for Senegal midfielder Lamine Camara, the 22-year-old who was targeted by both Chelsea and Liverpool. A proposed move to Stamford Bridge collapsed on deadline day, leaving the midfielder at the Ligue 1 club.
Germany forward Lukas Nmecha, 25, is weighing his future at Leeds United. The player has indicated he will seek to depart when his contract expires at the end of the season unless he receives increased playing time in the coming months.
Celtic are considering a January transfer window move for Liverpool's 22-year-old English left-back Luke Chambers. The Scottish club is monitoring the defender's availability as they plan their midseason recruitment strategy.
Movement Among Established Players
Ivory Coast winger Wilfried Zaha, 33, has been offered to Spanish club Malaga following his departure from Galatasaray as a free agent. The veteran winger had completed two loan spells with Major League Soccer side Charlotte FC before becoming available.
Barcelona are planning contract extensions for key attacking talent. Brazil winger Raphinha, 29, remains under contract at the Spanish champions until 2028, but the club is already considering offering him an extension through 2030 to secure his long-term future at the club.
The Catalan side have also completed a contract extension for 18-year-old Egypt forward Hamza Abdelkarim, securing his services until 2030. The new deal includes a release clause valued at 150 million euros (£128.7 million), reflecting the club's confidence in the young forward's potential.
Youth Recruitment
Arsenal and Chelsea are leading the pursuit of Valerenga's 15-year-old Norwegian winger Gabriel Rajkovic. Both Premier League clubs are competing for the teenage prospect's signature as they strengthen their youth development pipelines.
Key Facts
- Arsenal monitor Como's Nico Paz, though Real Madrid hold an 80 million euro buy-back option
- Liverpool and Aston Villa are tracking Fiorentina midfielder Cher Ndour
- Paz has scored one goal and provided two assists in four appearances this season, including involvement in three goals across his last two matches
- Monaco value Lamine Camara at 70 million euros after his failed Chelsea transfer
- Barcelona have extended Hamza Abdelkarim's contract to 2030 with a 150 million euro release clause
