It’s that time of the year again – the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it’s sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season.Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team… United keeping tabs on Hall Manchester United remain appreciative of Newcastle left back Lewis Hall but acknowledge it would be a difficult transfer to pull off.The club are still assessing market movements, checking who is available at the right price, before deciding on their next priority position. Another midfielder has been at the forefront of their thinking while another forward still hinges on Marcus Rashford departing. Despite interest from other clubs, as it stands, he remains likely to start the season at United.Cover at left back is required as United are going into the new season with Luke Shaw, who has one year left on contract, as their only senior option in that position. Harry Amass can cover but has been told he would be better seeking first team opportunities elsewhere. Manchester United are keen on Newcastle left back Lewis HallHall, 21, has three years left on his current contract, and would require a substantial fee with Newcastle looking to stabilise once Matthias Jaissle is in place.Though midfielder Bruno Guimaraes may yet join Arsenal, if they make a formal offer over £80m, the club want to add players to ensure they are competitive.Hamer heading back to CoventryCoventry are closing on a deal to bring back midfielder Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United. The 29-year-old Brazilian has one year left on his deal.He spent three years at Coventry after joining from PEC Zwolle, before moving to Sheffield United in August 2023.Inter continue Jones pursuitInter Milan are continuing to pursue Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones but have still to hit the Anfield club’s valuation.The 25-year-old has cut a frustrated figure in recent months and has wanted more regular game time.He has one year left on contract and Liverpool say they are relaxed about his situation.Liverpool value the academy graduate around £30million but Inter’s last offer was just under £22m.The Italian club were interested in January and proposed a loan with a view to a permanent move but that was also turned down by Liverpool. Inter Milan are continuing to chase Curtis Jones but are yet to meet Liverpool’s valuationPiero Ausilio, Inter’s sporting director, confirmed he was still on their radar earlier this summer, saying: ‘Curtis Jones – we are paying attention to him. We didn’t hide. We understand what the developments will be.’Teammate Federico Chiesa, another who could depart, also told Italian media that Jones asked him what it is like to live in Italy.The midfielder has been with Liverpool since he was nine and signed his first professional contract with them in 2018.Inter yesterday confirmed the signing of England defender John Stones on a free transfer.Cherries swoop for SilvaBournemouth have agreed their £25m deal with Benfica to sign defender Antonio Silva.The 22-year-old centre back captained and played 90 minutes for Benfica in their emphatic 5-0 Europa League qualifying win against St Gallen last night.The transfer is worth £21.4million plus £4.3m in add-ons.The Portugal international is due to travel over this weekend to have a medical and complete his move. Antonio Silva is set to move to Bournemouth from BenficaLeicester bring in Championship forwardLeicester City have signed Swansea City forward Liam Cullen for an undisclosed fee.The Wales international, who has agreed a three year deal, can play as a centre-forward, attacking midfielder or right winger. He previously worked under manager Russell Martin at Swansea.Cullen, 27, said: ‘When this opportunity came about and with the size of the club and the project they’re getting started with now, I thought it was the perfect fit for me.’ Welsh forward Liam Cullen has signed for Leicester, who will play in League One this seasonHammers trying to nail down EngelsWest Ham are moving ahead on talks for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels.The 22-year-old was the subject of bids up to £25million from Nottingham Forest in January which Celtic rejected.West Ham have a long-held interest in the Belgium international and, after sounding out figures over a couple of conversations with the Scottish champions, are pressing to see if agreement can be reached on bringing Engels to London and making him the midfield replacement for Mateus Fernandes.Forest, Sunderland and Fulham had also shown interest. West Ham are pressing ahead in a move for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels Click below for all the transfer developments over the last few days…THURSDAY: John Stones seals Inter Milan move WEDNESDAY: Man City push for World Cup wonderkid amid doubts over Rodri’s futureTUESDAY: Man United open to offer for four academy graduates MONDAY: Leeds close in on deal for James TraffordSUNDAY: Liverpool seek compromise on Bradley BarcolaSATURDAY: Tottenham continue push for Man City winger SavinhoFRIDAY: Real open talks for Yan Diomande, Chelsea go back to Villa to poach set-piece coach Austin MacPhee… and Brentford bid for West Ham wing backTHURSDAY: Arsenal sign Christos Tzolis in £34million move from Club Brugge as Leeds ramp up talks with Man City’s James TraffordWEDNESDAY: West Ham star Crysencio Summerville set for £60m Saudi Arabia move despite Roma’s late attempt to hijack deal