What happened: Brentford is finalizing a loan agreement to sign 18-year-old goalkeeper Aidan Stokes from Red Bull New York. The transaction includes an option to purchase. Stokes will report to Brentford's second team.

Why it matters: Multiple English clubs expressed interest in the prospect before he committed to Brentford. Stokes enters an organization that recently added veteran striker Callum Wilson to its senior roster.

What to watch: The clubs must finalize the purchase option terms to make the transfer official.