Barcelona are considering a shock move for Newcastle United striker Ayoze Perez.

That's according to the Daily Mail, which reports the Catalan giants are looking for a back up to a star studded forward line of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez.

Any new signing would face playing second fiddle to that trio, which is reportedly making it tricky for Barca to sign their top targets.

Wolves have again been linked with a move for Benfica youngster Anderson Talisca.

The Benfica midfielder is a target for Liverpool and Anfield would apparently be his preferred destination.

But latest reports in Portugal believe Wolves remain in position to conclude the deal - after Benfica apparently agreed a fee with both English clubs.

Norwich City have been knocked back in their pursuit of Fulham striker Ross McCormack.

Ross McCormack

The Canaries have had a bid of £10m, which could rise to £12m with add-ons, rejected by the Whites according to Get West London.

Fulham are said to be looking for a replacement before selling the forward they signed for £11m from Leeds in 2014, and would prefer more money up front.

Everton are keen to seal a deal for Aston Villa midfielder Idrissa Gueye.

The Toffees have bid £7.1m for the Senegal man, meeting his release clause, but the Guardian reports that other clubs are interested and they face competition for his signature with more bids expected.

Leeds United winger Jordan Botaka is in demand, with Oldham Athletic one of a number of clubs interested in giving him a route out of Elland Road.

Jordan Bokata

So says the Yorkshire Evening Post , which reports the Latics are keen on a loan although no deal has been done.

Botaka struggled for game time last season and it is unclear whether he has a future under new manager Garry Monk.

Sheffield Wednesday are set to battle FC Twente for the signature of Ipswich Town striker David McGoldrick.

That's according to sources at HITC Sport , which reports the frontman is keen on a move to a higher level.

The 28-year-old struggled with injuries last term but has scored 32 goals in 104 appearances for the Tractor Boys and has two years left to run on his current contract.