Transfer rumour roundup: Bayern join Man City in Elliot Anderson race; Brighton’s Rushworth sparks £20m scramble

Elliot Anderson is fast becoming the saga of the summer window after Bayern Munich became the latest heavyweight to register interest in the Nottingham Forest midfielder. Manchester City retain pole position for the England international, but neighbours Manchester United remain in the hunt and the German champions’ entry raises the stakes ahead of a potential £80 million deal.

Forest have set that hefty valuation and, with three of Europe’s most cash-rich clubs now circling, the 21-year-old’s future could be decided by a bidding war that shows no sign of cooling.

Chelsea, meanwhile, are attempting to insulate themselves from midfield uncertainty by preparing an improved contract for Enzo Fernández. Head coach Liam Rosenior insists the Argentine World Cup winner is settled at Stamford Bridge, yet cryptic comments from the player last week have fuelled speculation of a parting of ways. Real Madrid have added Fernández to their midfield shortlist, prompting Chelsea to accelerate talks over a lucrative extension designed to fend off the Spanish giants.

Brighton are steeling themselves for a goalkeeper scramble after Carl Rushworth’s influential loan at Coventry City alerted Premier League suitors. The 22-year-old has been instrumental in Coventry’s push for top-flight promotion, and talkSPORT reports that up to six Premier League clubs are weighing a £20 million move for the highly-rated stopper.

Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães continues to attract column inches, but manager Eddie Howe has dismissed claims the Brazilian held discussions with Manchester United as “a nonsense story.” Fabrizio Romano adds that the 28-year-old’s contract contains no active release clause; a previously reported £100 million escape route expired, leaving any prospective buyer needing to negotiate directly with the Magpies.

Everton are adopting an equally firm stance over Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. Manchester United have joined Manchester City and Tottenham in monitoring the midfielder, who has impressed since swapping Chelsea for Goodison Park last summer. The Toffees, however, have no intention of cashing in on a player they view as central to their long-term plans.