Kane nears new Bayern deal as Liverpool lead race for Bournemouth's Scott
Harry Kane is close to extending his Bayern Munich contract, while Liverpool are frontrunners for Bournemouth's Alex Scott and Arda Guler agrees a new Real Madrid deal.
Harry Kane has agreed in principle to extend his stay at Bayern Munich, with the German club finalising paperwork on a contract until summer 2029. The England striker, 33, is set to commit his future to Bayern after an impressive start to his career in Germany.
In Spain, Real Madrid have secured a new deal for Arda Guler. The 21-year-old Turkey midfielder had attracted summer interest from Arsenal and Manchester City, but has opted to remain at the Bernabeu.
Liverpool are leading the chase for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The 23-year-old England international is valued at £100m by the Cherries, with the Reds reportedly in pole position to secure his signature.
Newcastle United are close to agreeing a one-year extension with English winger Jacob Murphy. The 31-year-old's current contract runs until next summer, and talks over a new deal are progressing.
Elsewhere, Premier League clubs are monitoring Sporting's 22-year-old Italy midfielder Issa Doumbia, who joined from Venezia for €26m and has an €80m release clause. A number of top-flight clubs also watched Austria's 19-year-old midfielder Jacob Hodl at Vitality Stadium on Thursday as Sturm Graz faced Bournemouth.
Leeds United striker Lukas Nmecha is yet to agree a new deal, with the 27-year-old German out of contract in the summer seeking more playing time. At Wrexham, manager Phil Parkinson is under increasing pressure, and former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is open to the role should a vacancy arise, according to reports.
