The transfer window doesn't officially open until next month, but the rumor mill is already in high gear. Check in every day for the latest transfer buzz around the soccer world.
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Switching focus from Julian to Joao
Barcelona sporting director Deco has traveled to London to talk to Joao Pedro's representatives. Barca's interest in the Chelsea striker has grown since it became clear how hard it would be to negotiate with Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez.
Like Alvarez, Pedro has a huge price tag, but it's still believed to be an easier transfer to push through. Barcelona admire the Brazilian's mobility, link-up play, and nose for goal in the No. 9 role. (Diario Sport)
May 15
Irons' will: West Ham United will demand around £70 million for midfielder Mateus Fernandes following inquiries from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City. Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain are also monitoring the situation. (TEAMtalk)
Blues back for Maignan: Chelsea have revived their interest in AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan despite his recent contract renewal. He'll only consider joining a club in the Champions League. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Tare it apart: AC Milan sporting director Igli Tare will leave at the end of the season in yet another change of direction for the seven-time European champions. (Fabrizio Romano)
Rowe it back: Former Norwich City winger Jonathan Rowe's stock is surging, thanks to his standout performances for Bologna. Chelsea and Manchester United are interested in bringing him back to England. (TEAMtalk)
Kova over the hill: Manchester City are ready to offload Mateo Kovacic following an injury-hit campaign. The likes of AC Milan, Al-Ahli, and Al-Nassr could sign him for as little as €15 million. (Sports Boom)
May 14
Porto's Lewsing battle: FC Porto president Andre Villas Boas has quickly dismissed rumors that the club could sign Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski. "It's financially impossible," he explained. (Fabrizio Romano)
Malen signed, sealed, delivered: Roma have signed Donyell Malen from Aston Villa for €25 million after their qualification for the Europa League (and perhaps even the Champions League) triggered a clause in his loan deal. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
Sounding the Eichhorn: Bayern Munich are still trying to sign Kennet Eichhorn. Manchester City are leading the race to buy the Hertha Berlin teenager, whom they plan to immediately send on loan to Bayer Leverkusen. (Florian Plettenberg)
Toure turning heads: Hoffenheim have slapped a hefty €50-million price tag on 20-year-old attacker Bazoumana Toure amid interest from Arsenal, Aston Villa, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, and Manchester United. (Fussballdaten)
May 13
Other priorities: Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is in "no rush" to tie Vinicius Junior to a new contract beyond his current agreement, which runs until June 2027. "We have all season to talk," he said. (Fabrizio Romano)
Morten move mooted: Sporting CP are willing to sell midfielder Morten Hjulmand this summer - and possibly for below his €80-million release clause. Arsenal and Manchester United have already contacted Sporting, but Manchester City could join the pursuit. (Caught Offside)
Ring the Bell: Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City are monitoring Jobe Bellingham. The midfielder has enjoyed an improved run of form at Borussia Dortmund and is under contract until 2030. (Ekrem Konur)
Joao ready to go: Wolverhampton Wanderers' Joao Gomes is prioritizing a summer switch to Atletico Madrid despite being offered better financial packages by Atalanta, Galatasaray, Leeds United, and Zenit St. Petersburg. A verbal agreement over a €45-million transfer is close. (Ekrem Konur)
May 12
Bianconeri & Blancos buddy up: Juventus could use their good relationship with Real Madrid to sign Brahim Diaz and Gonzalo Garcia. Los Blancos want to be the first to know when Kenan Yildiz is available for transfer or other teams are interested. (Tuttosport)
The privileged elite: Serhou Guirassy's €50-million release clause only applies to Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Real Madrid. Other interested parties need to negotiate directly with Borussia Dortmund. (Fussballdaten)
Blancos barrier: Arsenal and Chelsea's interest in Como defender Jacobo Ramon is complicated by Real Madrid holding an €8 million buyback clause or the rights to 50% of any future sale. (Sports Boom)
Wes wrangle: Barcelona, Manchester City, and Real Madrid could fight hard for Brazilian right-back Wesley. Roma are in a strong negotiating position because he only joined them last summer for up to €30 million and on a contract until 2030. (Caught Offside)
Ben wants to go again: Benjamin Pavard is eager to return to Inter Milan and prove his worth once his season-long loan at Marseille is over. The French defender still has two years left on his Inter contract. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
Big move for Matvey: CSKA Moscow midfielder Matvey Kislyak is attracting major interest from Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain. The 20-year-old has also been linked with Fenerbahce, Flamengo, and Palmeiras. (Ekrem Konur)
May 11
Madrid ready to offload: Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, and Dani Ceballos are among those who could depart Real Madrid this summer, especially if the club exercises its option to bring exciting Argentine playmaker Nico Paz back from Como. (The Athletic)
Cash the check: Napoli will make Rasmus Hojlund's loan move from Manchester United permanent next week. The Red Devils will receive €44 million for the Danish striker once that process is finalized. (Fabrizio Romano)
Signing Salah's replacement: Liverpool are interested in landing AS Monaco forward Maghnes Akliouche this summer to replace the departing Mohamed Salah. The Reds aren't flinching at Monaco's €50-million asking price. Tottenham, should they stay up, could also make a move. (L'Equipe)
English eyes on Cambiaso: Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool are all targeting Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso. The versatile Italian international, previously linked with Manchester City, would cost over €60 million this summer. (TEAMtalk)
Amad off limits: Manchester United have dismissed any suggestions that Amad Diallo could leave Old Trafford this summer. The 23-year-old Ivorian international isn't for sale. (TEAMtalk)
Welcome back: Everton are in talks to bring John Stones back to the club. The defender, 31, has already confirmed he'll leave Manchester City as a free agent this summer. Stones previously spent three years at Everton before joining Manchester City in 2016. (Football Insider)
May 10
'Keeper questions: Juventus are in talks with Alisson over a summer move. The Brazilian won't force Liverpool's hand and will only leave if all parties are in agreement. Should he depart, the Reds will give Giorgi Mamardashvili the reins as the No. 1 shot-stopper next season. (GiveMeSport)
Exploratory calls: Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have contacted Josko Gvardiol's representatives to ask about the defender's contract situation at Manchester City. The Croatian's deal runs until 2028, but there hasn't been any movement yet on a potential extension. (TEAMtalk)
Nwaneri not essential: Arsenal are willing to sell exciting winger Ethan Nwaneri in the summer transfer window. Premier League peers Chelsea are one of the clubs following the 19-year-old prospect. (Fabrizio Romano)
Modric maneuver: AC Milan are confident that Luka Modric will remain at the club next season. The 40-year-old midfielder's contract is set to expire this summer, but there's an option to extend his stay until 2027. (Fabrizio Romano)
Dybala departing: Paulo Dybala expects to leave Roma after the club's final two matches of the Serie A season. The Argentine playmaker said nobody from the club has contacted him about extending his deal, which expires this summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
May 9
Nunez nearing return: Newcastle and Chelsea are both interested in brining ex-Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez back to the Premier League. The Uruguayan could leave Al-Hilal this summer after just one season in Saudi Arabia. (Daily Star)
Lining up for Barcola: Several European heavyweights are keen on signing Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. Arsenal, Liverpool, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona are all keeping a close eye on the Frenchman's situation at PSG. (Mundo Deportivo)
Atleti getting Gomes: Atletico Madrid are closing in on a deal with Wolves for midfielder Joao Gomes. Diego Simeone's side will pay around £39 million for the 25-year-old Brazilian international. (GiveMeSport)
Inter ready to bail: Serie A champions Inter are considering abandoning their pursuit of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. The Nerazzurri were in the market for a new netminder, but could decide to invest funds into different areas of the squad instead. (Corriere dello Sport)
