Stoke City are finalising the transfer of Wigan Athletic's Nick Powell and are interested in Everton's versatile 24-year old defender Matthew Pennington.
Stoke boss Nathan Jones is keen to recruit some new faces to his squad ahead of his first full season at the bet365 stadium.
Wigan midfielder Powell, once of Manchester United, had an impressive campaign under Paul Cook last season to help them establish themselves in the Championship.
Powell netted eight times in 32 appearances and Wigan finished 18th in the table.
Pennington, meanwhile, spent last season on loan at Ipswich, who were relegated from the Championship.
Derby and Wigan have also been linked with the 24-year-old.