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Glasgow Rangers head coach Michael Beale officially completed his seventh new signing of the summer transfer window earlier today.

Central defender Leon Balogun has signed for the Light Blues on a one-year contract following a significant injury blow to 19-year-old talent Leon King in pre-season.

The Nigerian international has joined Sam Lammers, Dujon Sterling, Cyriel Dessers, Kieran Dowell, Jack Butland, and Abdallah Sima as one of the fresh arrivals ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.

However, the Gers boss is poised to dip back into the market again before the deadline passes and a striker appears to be on his wishlist.

Antonio Colak has been placed on the chopping block in order to free up space for further additions, with Werder Bremen interested in a deal to sign the Croatia international.

His exit would open the door for another centre-forward to join and Beale must now swoop for reported transfer target Haji Wright, who is valued at £7m by Antalyaspor.

How many goals did Haji Wright score last season?

The 25-year-old marksman plundered 15 goals in 27 Super Lig appearances for his current club during the 2022/23 campaign, which came after an impressive 14 goals in 21 league starts throughout the previous term.

Wright, who was once described as a “dangerous striker” by former Schalke sporting director Horst Heldt, would come in as the club's most-prolific number nine as Dessers (six) and Lammers (two) both struggled to find the back of the net on a consistent basis for their respective teams last season.

Therefore, the USA international could be the dream player to form an unstoppable pairing with Fashion Sakala at the top end of the pitch.

The Zambian dynamo caught the eye with his excellent performances throughout the Scottish Premiership season. He produced 12 goals and seven assists in 22 starts whilst being deployed out wide as well as through the middle at times.

Only Colak (14) and James Tavernier (16) scored more league goals for Rangers than the 26-year-old firework, who also ranked fourth in the squad for assists.

The £8.3k-per-week speedster proved himself to be a superb attacking outlet for Beale on the right with his ability to offer a significant goal threat whilst also being a creator for his teammates.

Ryan Kent, who scored three goals and provided eight league assists, moving on at the end of his contract last month could place more emphasis on Sakaka being a creative presence out wide, which is why the signing of Wright could be a shrewd one.

The USNMT ace has proven himself to be a prolific goalscorer in Turkish football and his statistics suggest that the potential is there for him to be Beale's first-choice number nine if he can translate that form over to Scotland.

He could provide Sakala with a consistent and lethal finisher to find in the box, whilst the Zambia international also has the quality to chip in with goals of his own.

This could, therefore, form an unstoppable partnership for the Light Blues as they would have two excellent forwards who can punish opposition teams with their ability to find the back of the net.

Newcastle United are believed to be eyeing up a move for Napoli superstar Khvicha Kvaratskhelia this summer, according to an exciting new report.

How good is Khvicha Kvaratskhelia?

The 22-year-old has become arguably one of the most talked-about attacking players in European footballer currently, following some magnificent performances for Napoli over the past 12 months.

Kvaratskhelia has wowed with his pace, quick feet and end product, playing an enormous role in his side winning their first Serie A title since way back in 1990. He scored 12 goals and registered ten assists in the league in 2022/23, often dovetailing in unplayable fashion with Victor Osimhen, as they sealed a legendary piece of glory in Naples that could make them heroes forever in the city.

The Georgian has even been given the nickname "Kvaradona" by Napoli supporters, in relation to Diego Maradona, who also starred for the club during the peak of his powers, with such a complimentary comparison summing up what an exciting talent Kvaratskhelia is.

The winger is contracted to his current club until the summer of 2027, so in truth, only a mammoth offer will be able to prise him away, given his level of importance moving forward, and his long-term potential.

It looks as though Newcastle are eyeing up an audacious move for Kvaratskhelia, however, as they look to undergo some hugely eye-catching transfer business before the 2023/24 Premier League season gets underway.

Are Newcastle linked with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia?

According to Corriere dello Sport [via The Daily Mail], the Magpies have made an £82m bid for the Napoli star, as they look to snap him up in the coming weeks. The Serie A giants haven't yet responded to the offer, but have no plans on letting him leave.

It is an amount of money that would smash Newcastle's transfer record for an incoming player, with Alexander Isak currently top of the pile after arriving at St James' Park for €70m (£60m) from Real Sociedad last summer.

If the Magpies managed to sign Kvaratskhelia in this current window, it could be one of the most exciting pieces of business in the club's history, considering just how highly the attacker is though of, being described as "very good" by Brazilian legend Kaka, and a "great player" by Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti.

It would be a statement signing that would make the rest of the Premier League, and the whole of Europe for that matter, sit up and take notice, and he possesses the incredible ability to become an absolute icon at Newcastle – analyst The Tactical Times says the player is quite simply "unreal".

Napoli clearly aren't going to budge easily, however, so only a staggering sum of money could turn their heads, but if Kvaratskhelia himself wants to leave his club and enjoy a fresh challenge, they could then find it difficult to keep hold of him, with an unhappy player helping nobody.

Whether the move comes to fruition remains to be seen, but either way, the fact that Newcastle are even in the conversation when it comes to signing some of Europe's biggest talents speaks volumes about their ever-improving reputation in the game, with some great years potentially lying ahead.

Even whilst Carlos Alcaraz was busy cementing himself among the best tennis players around right now, defeating Novak Djokovic to take the Wimbledon crown, the 20-year-old still had time to name his dream football XI.

Still at such a young age, the Spaniard's football knowledge extends to years before he could have really experienced the beautiful game. On top of that, he had the privilege of growing up watching football in an era full of stars. We're talking Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Andreas Iniesta, and Thierry Henry. It's no wonder he was keen to name his dream team.

With that said, we've taken a look at who was included in his line-up.

Who won Wimbledon 2023?

Impressing the tennis world by defeating Djokovic on grass, Alcaraz placed his name among the best in the world by winning Wimbledon.

Getting past Jeremy Chardy in the First Round, the Spaniard went on to defeat Alexandre Muller, Nicolas Jarry, Matteo Berrettini, Holger Rune, and Danni Medvedev to set up the final against Djokovic.

In picking up the win, Alcaraz became the first player not named Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, or Andy Murray to win Wimbledon since 2002 – when the Spaniard wasn't even born yet.

Speaking on the win, the 20-year-old said: "Beating Novak, winning Wimbledon, is something that I dreamed about since I started playing tennis.

"It's the happiest moment of my life. I think it's not going to change for a long time."

Who was included in Carlos Alcaraz's dream football XI?

Starting in goal, the tennis star named Iker Casillas as his number one, which comes as no surprise given Alcaraz's Spanish nationality. He stuck with the Spanish theme throughout the backline, too, naming both Sergio Ramos and Carles Puyol, before going down the Brazilian route with his full-backs by naming Roberto Carlos and Cafu.

It gets even more impressive as it goes on. The midfield is aesthetically as good as it gets, and not many would stand a chance at getting the ball off them. Alcaraz named Luka Modric, Zinedine Zidane, and Iniesta.

Can we just take a second to imagine that trio together? It would simply be unfair on anyone who dared to commence a battle of technique in the middle of the park.

The team peaks in the frontline, though, with Messi combining with Ronaldo, and the legendary Brazilian Ronaldo. It simply wouldn't be a dream team without those three.

You can see the full line-up below:

Looking at the team as a whole, Alcaraz has arguably done a perfect job, combining the best players across different eras to make what would undoubtedly be an unstoppable side. For the sake of European football, it's a good job that it's a mere fantasy, and only that.

If we could find one criticism, it would be certain players who were unlucky to miss out. There could be a shout for Sergio Busquets, for example, who remains one of the most underrated players of all time. The Barcelona man would add the perfect defensive balance to allow the likes of Iniesta and Zidane to do what they do best.

No doubt, many of you will also be able to think of others who were also deserving of a spot – but, of course, football is a game of differing opinions after all.

Since Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over at the club, Wrexham have enjoyed the Hollywood treatment, with fireworks on and off the pitch, culminating in promotion back to the Football League.

Now in League Two, manager Phil Parkinson and co will be hoping to earn back-to-back promotions next season in what would be an incredible campaign. With the summer transfer window well underway, too, they could yet welcome reinforcements to stick to the script of potential glory.

So far this summer, the Welsh club have welcomed Will Boyle from Championship outfit Huddersfield Town, representing quite the coup for the League Two side.

What's more, in an exciting new development, a change in the rules regarding players receiving visas could see Wrexham target players in America, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

What did Ben Jacobs say about Wrexham?

Speaking exclusively to Football FanCast, Jacobs said: "A rule change in terms of getting visas also allows Wrexham to now explore the US market as well.

"So I would keep an eye on that, to see whether Wrexham bring on board any American players. That might be one to watch over the coming weeks."

Of course, the club have been spending part of their pre-season in America, squaring up against the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United, so they would have had plenty of time to potentially take a look at the talent on show around them.

The new rule will allow them to bring in a certain number of players who do not meet the requirements for work permits. Premier League and Championship sides can sign up to four such players, whilst League One and League Two sides can sign up to two.

As of right now, it remains to be seen just who walks through the door at Wrexham this summer, but the rule change at least gives them the chance to really explore the talent in America.

How much are Wrexham worth?

Paying a reported £2m for the club back in 2021, Reynolds and McElhenney have since seen their investment go up in value. The club is now reportedly worth 300% more than the initial price that the Hollywood stars paid in 2021.

It's no wonder that the club has increased to such a level, in truth, following their National League win, with sponsorship deals such as the one with Tiktok also helping financially.

The fact is, Reynolds and McElhenney's continued presence, alongside Wrexham's success on the pitch, has quickly started to awaken a sleeping giant in English football.

Those at the club will hope to take things up another level next season, as they seek consecutive promotions. If they can get to League One, they'd be just two promotions away from the Premier League.

To go from the National League to the third tier of English football in the space of only a handful of seasons would feel like one of the quickest rises in English football history.

They've got the star power in the stands to do it. Now, it remains to be seen whether Parkinson can welcome the right personnel to get the job done on the pitch for the Welsh side on the up.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Giovani Lo Celso won't push for a summer exit to Real Betis with manager Ange Postecoglou playing a big role in that.

Who is leaving Spurs this summer?

After completing deals for goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, midfielder James Maddison and winger Manor Solomon – there are certain squad members on the chopping block to free up more squad space and funds.

Ivan Perisic, for example, has reportedly been told he can leave Spurs this summer if a suitable offer comes in. After the signing of Vicario, long-serving number one Hugo Lloris could also make way.

The Frenchman, speaking to news outlet Nice-Matin recently, admitted as much and believes this summer could be the end of an era for him in north London.

“We have reached an important moment, whether it be for the club or me,” said Lloris.

“It’s the end of an era. I have a desire for something else. I will carefully study what is possible. However, I haven’t forgotten that I have a year left on my contract at Tottenham, and in football, it’s always hard to predict what will happen."

Meanwhile, Spurs accepted a bid from Russian side Spartak Moscow for defender Davinson Sanchez, though it remains to be seen whether the Colombian will agree to join them or if the transfer will even be authorised by government officials – due to the ongoing situation in Ukraine.

Japhet Tanganga, after limited playing time last season, comes as another player expected to depart while Spurs regular Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is being chased by La Liga side Atletico Madrid.

Lo Celso had been mentioned as a candidate to leave, but according to Spanish news site Mucho Deporte, he won't exactly force the issue.

Real Betis are eyeing a move for the Argentine, and while he's interested in joining them, there is a belief Lo Celso will not push for the transfer.

This is mostly down to Postecoglou, who is delighted with the midfielder's efforts in pre-season, and Lo Celso himself feels comfortable playing under the Australian and fits in well to his system.

It's added that the South American has fun in each training session under Posteocoglou and works hard for him.

How good is Giovani Lo Celso?

Signed for £27.2 million from Betis in January 2020, Lo Celso has endured a mixed Spurs career to date, but has showcased his quality on loan spells with Villarreal.

Just last season, during a temporary stint with Villarreal, he averaged their joint-highest rate of key passes completed per 90 in the final third – all the while scoring two goals and assisting three others (WhoScored).

The 27-year-old could fit in well to Postecoglou's system as a more advanced playmaker, with Spurs superstar Son Heung-min once showering praise on Lo Celso.

“I think he’s unbelievable!” said Son on Lo Celso's form in 2020.

“He’s working really hard in every single training session so I think every player is really happy for him to be doing so well and working so hard."

After three seasons of trying, it could well be the case that Lo Celso has found a perfect managerial fit in Postecoglou, so it will be interesting to see if he becomes a key player next season.

Crystal Palace's 2023/24 Premier League campaign kicks off away at Sheffield United on the opening day next weekend and speculation remains hanging over the head of one of the club's star players – Cheick Doucoure.

What's the latest Cheick Doucoure transfer news?

The Daily Mail reported last month that top-flight giants Liverpool are considering a swoop to sign the central midfielder before the end of the summer transfer window.

Jurgen Klopp is looking to bolster his midfield options and has identified the Mali international as a possible signing to replace the likes of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho, who have moved to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks.

However, the report claims that the Eagles value their outstanding battler at around £70m, although it remains to be seen whether the Reds would be willing to pay that much for his services.

Journalist Dean Jones has backed the club's decision to value the 23-year-old talent at such a price. He told Football FanCast:

“Doucoure’s price tag is obviously eye-popping, especially when you consider how much Mac Allister was signed for, but I can totally understand why that value has been set and we always have to remember that the Mac Allister fee was a bit of a one-off.

"In different circumstances, he too could have been priced at £70m, there’s not really any doubt about that. Palace are in a moment when the vultures are circling for Guehi, Olise and Doucoure and they have to fight to survive.

"That’s why they are hiking up prices and Liverpool have to expect and accept that.”

This shows that co-owner Steve Parish struck gold when he signed the ace for Patrick Vieira last summer in a £21m deal from Ligue 1 side RC Lens.

How good is Cheick Doucoure?

The terrific midfield warrior enjoyed an excellent debut campaign in the Premier League and has proven himself to be one of the club's top-performing players.

Doucoure produced consistently impressive displays in the middle of the park as he averaged a Sofascore rating of 6.97 across 34 appearances, which was the third-highest score of all outfielders on the team – only behind Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise.

The Palace star caught the eye with his outstanding defensive contributions in midfield. He led the club for both tackles (2.3) and interceptions (1.6) per game in the top-flight last season, which shows that the Mali international is able to constantly break up attacks from the opposition to regain possession for his side.

His form comes off the back of an equally impressive campaign with Lens in France. Doucoure averaged a Sofascore rating of 7.07 and made 4.2 tackles and interceptions combined per match across 34 league games, which shows that his performances for the Eagles are not a flash in the pan.

At the age of 23, the talented machine, who was once lauded as "combative" and "consistent" by talent scout Jacek Kulig, also has plenty of time left to develop and improve.

This means that any buying club would be signing a player who can make an immediate impact on the pitch at the top level whilst also having room to get even better in the future with the right coaching.

Therefore, Palace are well within their right to demand such a huge fee for his services. Selling him for £70m would represent a profit of roughly 233% on the initial £21m they spent to bring him in from Lens, which would represent terrific business by Parish and Vieira.

The Eagles struck gold by signing the superb maestro as they have been able to bring in a player who has made himself one of the team's best performers whilst also now having an asset that could land the club a significant payday either this summer or in a future window.

Mark Goldbridge has been reacting to news that a World Cup winning defender could be on their way to Old Trafford this summer as Erik Ten Hag continues his recruitment drive.

Is Benjamin Pavard on his way to Old Trafford?

Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg has issued an update on Twitter X regarding Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard, who has emerged as a target for Manchester United, stating: "Man Utd, at this stage the favorite in the poker for Benjamin Pavard! Pavard can really imagine to join MUFC as Ten Hag wants him. Concrete talks are ongoing and positive. Price valuation: Around €30m [£26m]. Tuchel wants to keep him. Pavard wants to leave Bayern. Would be a massive loss for the club."

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has also confirmed that Pavard is a player on the radar at Old Trafford and indicated that the World Cup winning defender would 'love' to experience life in the Premier League; however, Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo and Bayer Leverkusen ace Edmond Tapsoba are also being considered as defensive reinforcements by Ten Hag.

As per The Daily Mail, Pavard has been 'sounded out' at Old Trafford as a potential replacement for former club captain Harry Maguire, who has agreed a £30 million move to West Ham United after being stripped of the captaincy earlier in the window.

Last term, Pavard made 47 appearances in all competitions for Bayern Munich, registering seven goals and a solitary assist, as per Transfermarkt.

Of course, the 27-year-old is capable of playing in both right-back and central defensive roles; however, Pavard signalled two years ago in an interview cited by the Bundesliga official website that he prefers to operate at the heart of the backline, saying: "My ideal position is in central defence. But I'm not really thinking about that at the moment, as I'm playing on the right."

Manchester United pundit Goldbridge has had his say on links with Pavard and Manchester United as a potential deal to bring the former Stuttgart man to Old Trafford gains momentum and thinks that his arrival could be a 'masterstroke' by Red Devils boss Ten Hag if he was brought in to succeed Maguire in central defence.

Goldbridge stated on The United Stand YouTube channel: "Is Pavard better than Maguire? Yes. Is Pavard three years younger than Maguire? Yes. Is Pavard cheaper than Maguire? Yes. You can want Todibo, you can want Tapsoba and maybe they are better than Pavard, but when you look at the actual comparison, Maguire goes to West Ham for £30 million at 30 and we get Pavard, who can play right-back and centre-back, who's only just 27 and save £4 million.

"This is almost in a nutshell what you do when you shop in Europe, because everything is more expensive in England, isn't it? From a business point of view, it's a masterstroke by Ten Hag."

Is Mark Goldbridge correct in his assessment of Benjamin Pavard?

It's hard to argue against Goldbridge's logic regarding the sale process of Maguire and prospective arrival of Pavard, which would be covered by West Ham and essentially enable Manchester United to gain a younger replacement with money to spare left over.

Pavard's class cannot be disputed and he excelled for Bayern Munich last campaign as they went on to rubber stamp yet another Bundesliga title, winning 2.1 aerials per match in the German top-flight and recording an average match rating of 7.17/10, as per WhoScored.

Manchester City had also been keen to target Pavard last month when news emerged that veteran right-back Kyle Walker could have been on his way to Bayern Munich, as per The Guardian, showing that the France international has admirers in high places as well as at Old Trafford.

The Red Devils could be making one of the smartest moves of the transfer window if they can get a deal for Pavard over the line and their case is helped further by the fact he has less than a year left on his contract at Bayern Munich, as per Sky Sports.

Newcastle United's summer transfer window has gone off without a hitch thus far, and with the 23/24 Premier League season a matter of days away, Eddie Howe will be confident that he can pick up where his high-flying side left off.

The business conducted has been evenly spread, a calculated and diligent effort to bolster a squad already oiled and refined, with playmaker Sandro Tonali, winger Harvey Barnes and precocious full-back Tino Livramento joining the first-team fold for a combined £125m.

While the Magpies look set to pick up where they left off, technical director Dan Ashworth has been keeping his eye on the market and is believed to be considering a move for a prodigious talent in Florian Wirtz.

What's the latest on Florian Wirtz to Newcastle?

Following news from Spanish sources, Newcastle are keen to convince the young German playmaker to leave Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen and join the exciting project at St. James' Park.

Read the latest Newcastle transfer news HERE…

The exciting talent, aged just 20, would reportedly be available for €80m (£69m), and Howe might be inclined to lodge a formal offer to consolidate the club's resounding return to the Champions League.

Who is Florian Wirtz?

Once described as a "phenomenal" composed presence by teammate Jonathan Tah, Wirtz plays with a swagger and maturity to belie his age, having even received praise for his likeness to a young Lionel Messi by Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso.

This burgeoning 'phenom' certainly looks the part of a first-rate offensive force, having returned from a lengthy ACL injury – so often detrimental for a player in the early phase of their career – to plunder four goals and eight assists from just 19 starting appearances across all competitions last season.

Indeed, as per FBref, the eight-cap Germany international ranks among the top 4% of attacking midfielders and wingers over the past year for assists and shot-creating actions, the top 6% for progressive passes and the top 1% for successful take-ons per 90, earning a comparison through the website's 'similar players' page to new Liverpool signing Dominik Szoboszlai.

Jurgen Klopp's side pulled off the £60m deal to sign Szoboszlai from German Bundesliga side RB Leipzig despite sources such as The Athletic linking Howe's outfit with a move for the Hungarian, and securing Wirtz's signature could prove to be a deal to eclipse the impact of the Reds' new man.

Szoboszlai, lauded as a "generational talent" by journalist Marcel Moeller, clinched 42 direct goal contributions from 91 outings for Die Roten Bullen before making the move to Merseyside this summer, and he brings the offensive fluidity, energy levels and dynamism that Klopp so dearly craved and Newcastle were sold on too.

The 22-year-old ranks among the top 14% of positional peers for assists, the top 9% for shot-creating actions, the top 14% for progressive passes, the top 11% for blocks and the top 13% for clearances per 90, which further highlights the creative prowess that Wirtz also boasts, given the aforementioned comparison.

Newcastle were emphatic in their efforts last season and secured a top-four finish to return to the Champions League after two decades away, and it now signifies a watershed moment for a proud and prestigious outfit that have languished for so long.

The increments are being made and the progress is clear; the Magpies are on an irrevocable rise once more and the opportunity to sign some of Europe's greatest talents is very much within Howe's clutches.

Hailed as the "total package" and an "outstanding technician" by former Germany boss Hansi Flick, Wirtz is an indisputable prodigy and could not only cement his name into the Toon team sheet but prove to be the steal of the summer, making an impact to rival that of Szoboszlai's at Liverpool, who will be desperate to reclaim their place in the Champions League this year.

Aston Villa have completed the loan signing of Galatasaray midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo, but their summer business is reportedly not finished there.

How much did Nicolo Zaniolo cost?

The Villans' Premier League season got off to a disastrous start last weekend, following their 5-1 defeat away to Newcastle United. There is no need for an overreaction, however, with things still generally heading in the right direction after a big turnaround in fortunes over the past nine months or so.

Villa were superb during the second-half of last season, eventually finishing seventh and qualifying for the UEFA Europa Conference League, and they have had an excellent summer in the transfer market, bringing in a host of top-quality players, including Pau Torres, Moussa Diaby and Youri Tielemans.

Galatasaray ace Zaniolo has now joined those ranks, and he has the potential to be a hugely exciting signing, having won 13 caps for Italy to date. Villa will pay a £4.25m loan fee and there is a purchase option included, which would amount to £19.2m plus another £13.2m in possible add-ons.

Will Aston Villa sign another attacker?

According to a key new claim from The Express & Star's Matt Maher, Unai Emery wants to bring in one more attack-minded addition before the end of the month, strengthening his options in the process:

"Zaniolo, who underwent an extensive medical after first arriving at Bodymoor Heath on Wednesday, can play in a number of forward positions and will provide Emery with a welcome boost following the loss of Emi Buendia to long-term injury.

"That would free up Lucas Digne to depart, with the France international being targeted by several clubs in Saudi Arabia."

This is an encouraging update to hear from a Villa perspective, at a point when the whole club have a chance to kick and become a genuine force in English football again. They cannot afford to rest on their laurels after making so much progress, and for that to happen, Emery needs the strongest possible squad at his disposal.While no specific target is mentioned in the report, there are plenty of options out there to come in and provide competition for Ollie Watkins in attack, while wide options could also be looked at, especially after Emiliano Buendia suffered a serious knee injury that will keep him out for an extended period of time.Read the latest Aston Villa transfer news HERE…The aforementioned defeat away to Newcastle was clearly a tough one to take, but this is a still arguably the strongest Villa side in some years, and the hope is that a win at home to Everton on Sunday afternoon steadies the ship and brings the positivity back to the club.Another signing between now and the end of August would only further help in that respect, completing what has been a brilliant summer for anyone of a Villans persuasion.

Burnley could be on the prowl for another striker this summer, with reports linking the club to another talent in what has been a busy transfer window for Vincent Kompany.

The Clarets couldn’t have started their return to the Premier League in tougher fashion, as treble winners Manchester City graced the field of Turf Moor, where Kompany suffered opening day defeat at the hands of his former club.

While their movement in the transfer window has been busy, their start to life in the top-flight has been the opposite, with Burnley missing out on game week two due to Luton Town’s inability to host their fixture due to ongoing improvements to Kenilworth Road.

With 13 new arrivals already through the door at Turf Moor, recent reports have pointed to another potential signing that the Clarets are targeting.

Who could Burnley sign this summer?

Earlier this week, journalist Dominik Schneider revealed Burnley’s interest in Portuguese midfielder Renato Veiga, with an offer of £5.5m put on the table for Sporting Lisbon to consider.

In other reports, Football Insider has named the Clarets as one of the clubs in the race to sign Hertha Berlin starlet Derry Scherhant, with Championship trio Blackburn Rovers, Queens Park Rangers and Preston North End also eyeing a loan move for the German.

Football Insider stated that Burnley have already enquired over the 20-year-old’s availability earlier in the summer, with the player said to be valued at around £1.5m.

Who is Derry Scherhant?

Deployed as a left-winger with the ability to be positioned as a number nine, Hertha’s starlet is certainly a player to watch the movements of.

The 20-year-old is currently playing for the side’s ‘B’ team, featuring in the Regionalliga Northeast league in which he has made a flying start by scoring three goals and registering one assist over the opening two fixtures, via Transfermarkt.

Playing in the league since the 2021/22 campaign with Hertha BSC II, the German has contributed to 38 goals in 48 appearances, scoring 27 and assisting 11 to showcase just how dazzling his talents are in the final third.

While the Premier League is far from the fourth tier of German football, the 20-year-old’s talents have been repaid, with him earning 10 Bundesliga appearances last campaign in which he scored his first goal in the top-flight.

Described by journalist Leon Potuzhek as being “too good” for the league he is most regularly playing in, the dynamic youngster could be the perfect addition to one day flourish in Kompany’s side.

It wouldn't be the first time that Turf Moor had seen a winger making an impact on the left flank, with former star Dwight McNeil once bringing excitement for the Clarets before he joined Everton.

The Englishman netted seven goals in the Premier League during his time at Burnley, where he was praised as “fantastic” as a 19-year-old playing under Sean Dyche.

The youthful spark and electrifying cameos that the Everton ace once brought to Turf Moor could be encapsulated through a signing as promising as Scherhant, who has a similarly direct nature of play to the former winger.

With interest coming from a host of levels in England, Kompany should act fast if he is to capture the rising talent, in what could be a huge move for both player and club.