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…Toon close to deal for ManzambiNewcastle are finalising agreement with Freiburg over a deal for Swiss international midfielder Johan Manzambi.Daily Mail Sport first revealed Bewcastle’s interest and talks are progressing despite interest from Aston Villa. Other Premier League sides also expressed interest.Newcastle need midfielders after selling Sandro Tonali to Spurs and are expecting a formal offer from Arsenal for Bruno Guimaraes who is keen to speak to the Premier League champions if they can agree a fee.Bannan’s backBarry Bannan has returned to Sheffield Wednesday after leaving Millwall.The 36-year-old made an emotional exit from Hillsborough in January after 10 years at the club but the midfielder is back and has signed a one-year deal as they aim to bounce back from relegation.Millwall have announced the signing of free agent midfielder Mark Sykes on a two-year deal, following his departure from Bristol City.Leicester set to sign fox in the boxFormer England and Liverpool striker Danny Ings is poised to join Leicester City on a one-year contract.The 33-year-old is a free agent having last played at Sheffield United.Leicester have also asked about prolific Plymouth striker Lorent Tolaj but he is keen to play in the Championship or higher.Read all about it! Forest enquire over Dutch defenderNottingham Forest have spoken to Feyenoord about Netherlands Under-21 international right back Givairo Read, who is also on Manchester City’s watch list. The 20-year-old is under contract until 2029. Dutch defender Givairo Read is liked by Nottingham Forest and Man CityForest midfielder Jota Silva has joined Olympiacos on loan with an option to buy.Battle for young gun DiabateTottenham and Brentford are in talks over Genclerbirligi defensive midfielder Ousmane Diabate. The 18-year-old only joined the Turkish side in December after a move to FC Midtjylland was put on hold yet he has broken into the first team and impressed scouts.A Guinea international, the Premier League sides believe he can be prised away for around £3million plus bonuses. Brentford appear to be in pole position to land the midfielder as things stand. Brentford appear to be leading the race to sign Ousmane DiabateDiabate was called up to the Guinea senior squad by head coach Paulo Duarte for a friendly against Northern Ireland in June in Spain. He had caught the eye initially playing for SOAR Academie in Guinea and the African Youth Cup in Conakry in 2025.Santos set for medical Andrey Santos is expected at Manchester United for his medical today ahead of completing his £48million move from Chelsea.Atalanta midfielder Ederson is also undergoing medical tests this week.Read the full story on Santos’ move here. How much is David Beckham set to pocket from his World Cup brand deals? Take on our quiz in our newsletter HERE