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REAL STILL WANT HAZARD
Real Madrid remain keen on Chelsea forward Eden Hazard despite being told that the Blues have no intention of selling, reports OK Diario.

The Belgium international is currently working his way back from an ankle injury, but the Blancos see him as the perfect replacement for in-demand James Rodriguez.

LIVERPOOL LOOKING AT ROBERTSON
Liverpool's search for a new left-back has led them to Hull City's Andrew Robertson, according to the Liverpool Echo.

The Reds are expected to part with Alberto Moreno this summer and have seen top target Ryan Sessegnon commit to a new contract at Fulham.

BARCELONA WANT HERRERA & MAHREZ
Barcelona are looking at both Ander Herrera and Riyad Mahrez as transfer options if their move for Marco Verratti does not work out, according to Sport.es .

New Barca boss Ernesto Valverde has made PSG midfielder Verratti his top target, but will turn to Manchester United's Herrera or Leicester City's Mahrez instead if he cannot get his top targe

RVP SET FOR PREMIER LEAGUE RETURN
Former Arsenal and Manchester United forward Robin van Persie could return to the Premier League next season with Crystal Palace, says the Daily Mirror.

The Fenerbahce striker is on compatriot Frank de Boer's transfer shortlist as the new Eagles boss goes about constructing a squad able to retain their top-flight status.

Van Persie, 33, scored nine Super Lig goals last term and once in the Europa League.

CITY COULD TURN TO COMAN
Manchester City could make a move for Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman this summer, according to RMC.

Pep Guardiola is currently showing an interest in Borussia Dortmund's Ousmane Dembele, but Coman is seen as an alternative if that fails

CHELSEA MOVE FOR BOATENG
Chelsea are set to make a move for Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng, according to the Daily Mirror.

The Germany international is open to a move to the Premier League as Antonio Conte looks to bolster his squad at Stamford Bridge.

MAN CITY FEAR NASRI DOPING BAN

Manchester City are worried they may have to foot the bill if Samir Nasri receives a doping ban, according to the Sun .

City are looking to sell Nasri, but will not be able to offload the midfielder if he is handed down a suspension by Uefa following an investigation into drip-therapy treatment he received in America.
CHELSEA FACE THREAT FOR ALEX SANDRO

Alex Sandro Juventus 2017

Chelsea are facing competition from Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint-Germain in the chase for Juventus full-back Alex Sandro, according to The Mirror.

Antonio Conte has marked the former Porto ace as a priority target, with Blues chiefs following up their interest with a £55 million bid.

Juve are unlikely to drop their £61m asking price with PSG now in the running, while Manchester City have now turned their attention to Monaco's Benjamin Mendy.

MAN UTD TARGET DUTCH MIDFIELDER
HD Jose Mourinho Manchester United
Jose Mourinho is targeting a shock move for Middlesbrough midfielder Marten de Roon in the coming weeks, says a report from TuttoMercatoWeb.
The United boss is said to be a big fan of the 26-year-old Netherlands international, while relegated Boro are keen to offload the star in order to generate funds to strengthen other areas of the squad.

RANIERI WANTS ARSENAL GOALKEEPER Ospina

New Nantes manager Claudio Ranieri is looking to add Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina to his squad, according to France Football.

The Colombia international shot-stopper has grown tired of playing second-fiddle to first-choice Petr Cech at the Emirates and will force a move this summer.
CHELSEA TO HIJACK ZENIT'S MANOLAS MOVE

Kostas Manolas Roma Serie A 2016-17

Chelsea may be on the verge of a move for Roma's Kostas Manolas, with the defender seemingly dragging his feet over a deal with Zenit St Petersburg, according to The Telegraph .

With Antonio Conte's club set to send Nathan Ake to Bournemouth the club may be ready to launch a bid for Manolas, who has not had his wage demands met by the Russian club.

RACE ON TO SIGN LEMAR Thomas Lemar Monaco

Barcelona, Manchester City and Chelsea are among the clubs set to battle for Monaco winger Thomas Lemar, according to L'Equipe .

Arsenal have seen a bid rejected for the France international while Tottenham are planning an offer of their own.

But the north London clubs face competition with a series of top sides looking to set up talks with his agent regarding a move.

GIROUD CLOSE TO LIGUE 1 RETURN Olivier Giroud Arsenal 11032017

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is closing in on a return to Ligue 1, according to L'Equipe .

Lyon and Marseille are leading the race to sign the France international, with the Gunners closing in on a replacement.

EVERTON CLOSING IN ON KEANE Michael Keane Burnley

Everton are on the verge of landing defender Michael Keane for what would be Burnley's record outgoing fee, says the Burnley Express .

The former Manchester United man's fee is believed to be upward of £25 million, with Jose Mourinho's side set to pocket 25 per cent of that due to a sell-on clause.

MILAN PLAN ISCO BID Isco Real Madrid 2017

AC Milan are planning a big-money bid for Real Madrid midfielder Isco, according to Don Balon .

The Spain international shone for the Blancos last season, and Milan's new Chinese owners are hopeful he can be tempted away from Santiago Bernabeu.

CALHANOGLU NEARS MILAN MOVE Hakan Calhanoglu Bayer Leverkusen

AC Milan are close to signing Hakan Calhanoglu from Bayer Leverkusen for €20 million, Sky Sport Italia reports.

The German side had initially demanded €30m for the 23-year-old attacking midfielder, but have been talked down and an agreement could be struck, with the Rossoneri offering €18m and a further €2m in bonuses.

HINDS TO LEAVE ARSENAL Kaylen Hinds Arsenal

Arsenal youngster Kaylen Hinds is set to leave north London and join Wolfsburg, according to The Sun .

The 19-year-old has long been tipped as a future first-team player at the Emirates Stadium but now looks set to leave for the Bundesliga in a deal worth £2 million.

MAN CITY GIVEN ALEXIS BOOST Alexis Sanchez Arsenal

Bayern Munich have pulled out of the race to sign Alexis Sanchez, enhancing Manchester City's chances of signing him, according to The Mirror .

Arsenal's demands of over £50 million for the Chile international has prompted the Bundesliga champions to end their pursuit. City are now the front-runners and are hoping to lure him to the Etihad Stadium with a lucrative contract.

DECISIVE DATE FOR VERRATTI'S FUTURE HD Marco Verratti PSG

July 4 is likely to be a decisive date in Barcelona’s interest in signing Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, according to Sport .

Verratti is due to return to pre-season training with PSG on that date and Barca are waiting for an indication from the Italy international regarding his future plans.

Barca have yet to make an offer for Verratti, but if he fails to report for the start of training, then the club’s stance is likely to change.

BETIS WANT CHELSEA MIDFIELDER Mario Pasalic Milan

Chelsea midfielder Mario Pasalic’s agents have met with Real Betis to discuss a potential move to Spain, reports Marca .

Pasalic, who has yet to play a first-team game for Chelsea, spent last season on loan at AC Milan. The Croatian has also been linked with a move to Galatasaray, Lazio, Leeds and Valencia.

VERMAELEN COULD STAY AT BARCA Thomas Vermaelen Roma Serie A

Barcelona could keep former Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen in their squad for next season, according to Sport .

Vermaelen spent last season on loan at Roma, but tentative interest from Premier League and Serie A clubs has yet to result in offers, and so he could form part of new Barca coach Ernesto Valverde’s plans.