EPL

Arsenal
Arsenal are reportedly showing an interest in Mauro Zarate of Lazio and the player's agent is already in London to discuss a possible switch.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa striker Darren Bent has admitted that he is licking his lips at the thought of getting on the end of Charles N'Zogbia's crosses.

Blackburn
Blackburn have confirmed that Sporting Lisbon forward Simon Vukcevic, who can also play in midfield, was undergoing a medical at Ewood Park.

Bolton
Liverpool are reportedly prepared to offer GBP10 million plus David Ngog and Raheem Sterling on a loan deal for Bolton defender Gary Cahill.

Chelsea
Manager Andre Villas-Boas has hinted that Chelsea will not be held to ransom over Luka Modric as he continued to explore alternative targets.

Everton
Bill Kenwright admits Everton's search for a new owner is becoming more acute, with the only way of raising funds is through selling players.

Liverpool
Kenny Dalglish has not ruled out more signings before the end of the transfer window, as Liverpool are thought to be looking for a centre-back.

Manchester City
It is understood that talks over a new contract between Nigel de Jong and Manchester City have stalled as the midfielder is seeking a pay hike.

Manchester United
Javier Hernandez believes goalkeeper David de Gea will find it easier to adjust to Premier League life once he becomes more fluent in English.

Newcastle United
Alan Pardew admits he is looking for a goalkeeper with Newcastle have reported made an enquiry about the availability of Charlton's Rob Elliot.

Norwich City
Wales international Steve Morison is confident of forming a successful partnership with fellow striker Grant Holt at Norwich City this season.

Queens Park Rangers
Queens Park Rangers boss Neil Warnock is eyeing up to five signings now that new owner Malaysian business tycoon Tony Fernandes is on board.

Sunderland
Steve Bruce says there is interest in Sunderland duo Matt Kilgallon and Nyron Nosworthy, and has played down talk of a deal for Niko Kranjcar.

Swansea City
Swansea head coach Brendan Rodgers has admitted that midfield is one area he is looking to strengthen before the transfer window slams shut.

West Brom
West Brom striker Peter Odemwingie has ended speculation over his future by signing a new deal to keep him at The Hawthorns until June 2014.

Wigan Athletic
Coach Roberto Martinez has confirmed Wigan are in negotiations with highly-rated midfielder James McCarthy over a new contract at the club.

Wolverhampton
Mick McCarthy is happy with his Wolves squad and has hinted he will not be making any more signings before the close of the transfer window.