And, interestingly, the Premier League will be allowed to open its transfer windows before the current campaign is concluded under new brand new FIFA regulations.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from around the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip:
5. Interesting...
Kepa Arrizabalaga has nine games to prove his worth at Chelsea, with a number of high-profile replacements being considered for the goalkeeper. (Express)
6. Gooners set to back defender
Arsenal look set to win the race for French centre-back Dayot Upamecano, but Manchester United and Bayern Munich are also interested. (Tuttosport)
7. Chelsea eye left-back
Chelsea are eyeing a move for Leicester City left-back Ben Chilwell. (Express)
8. Toon target ex-Sunderland man
Newcastle United are set to target Chelseas ex-Sunderland left-back Marcos Alonso - IF the 300m Saudi-backed takeover os approved by the Premier League. (Express)