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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Real Madrid ready to offload
Real Madrid need to sell players this summer in order to fund any new signings.
Midfielders Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, and Dani Ceballos are among those who could depart, especially if the club exercises its option to bring exciting Argentine playmaker Nico Paz back from Como. (The Athletic)
May 11
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)
May 8
Transfer rivals: Matias Fernandez-Pardo has been a sensation in Ligue 1 this season. Manchester City have already talked to his representatives, but Arsenal could also fight hard for his signature. Lille will demand around €60 million including bonuses for the 21-year-old forward. (Sports Boom)
Kroos control: Toni Kroos could join Real Madrid's management team. The retired midfielder has been in talks with his former club for a while and wants clarity on what his daily duties would be. (Fabrizio Romano)
No Mac movement: Alexis Mac Allister's father said Liverpool is yet to offer his son a contract extension and there have been no talks with other clubs. The Argentine's current terms expire in 2028. (winwin)
Browsing in Bavaria: Saudi Pro League director of football Michael Emenalo met with Bayern Munich representatives Thursday. He's interested in bringing Alphonso Davies and Kim Min-jae to the oil-rich nation. (Florian Plettenberg)
A lot of fuss about Nathan: Nathan Ngoy could be worth €30 million after joining Lille for only €3 million last summer. Bayer Leverkusen have talked to the 22-year-old Belgian center-back's representatives. Several Premier League clubs are also monitoring his development. (Sports Boom)
Magpies seek silver: Newcastle United want to raise funds this summer and could take advantage of interest in William Osula with a €46-million asking price. Crystal Palace, Everton, and Bayer Leverkusen are keeping tabs on the Danish striker. (Ekrem Konur)
Gotta pay for Trai: Sunderland are despite to keep Trai Hume on their books amid interest from Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace. However, they could be encouraged to sell him for around £30 million. (Sports Boom)
May 7
Vultures circle for Vini: Vinicius Juniors' contract expires in 2027, and Real Madrid have made it clear that he'll be sold if he doesn't sign fresh terms in the coming months. Manchester City are monitoring the situation closely. Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are also interested. (TEAMtalk)
Turning to Turin: David Alaba's representatives held positive initial talks with Juventus. The 33-year-old Austrian international is certain to leave Real Madrid when his contract expires in June. (Ekrem Konur)
Ndicka Nterest: Roma are asking for around €40 million to €50 million for center-back Evan Ndicka. Juventus are preparing a proposal while Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain are also admirers. (Ekrem Konur)
Bunny hop: A huge move is on the horizon in women's soccer. Khadija "Bunny" Shaw, who's set to win the Women's Super League Golden Boot for a third straight year, will leave champions Manchester City when her contract expires in June. She's likely to join rivals Chelsea. (The Guardian)
Midfielder mayhem: Manchester United's interest in Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, Brighton & Hove Albion's Carlos Baleba, and Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson encouraged all three clubs to eye Kodai Sano in January. Now, United are considering a move for the NEC Nijmegen star. (TEAMtalk)
Another Vini: Napoli are huge fans of Shakhtar Donetsk right-back Vinicius Tobias, but they could face competition for the Brazilian's signature from Bayer Leverkusen, Manchester United, and Roma. (Ekrem Konur)
May 6
Getting the Barca boot: Barcelona needs to raise around €100 million through outgoing transfers to fund their hunt for a center-back, winger, and at least one forward. Marc Casado and Ansu Fati are likely to go, and Ferran Torres, Jules Kounde, and even Raphinha could follow. (ESPN)
Seagulls flying too low: Brighton & Hove Albion's €35-million approach for winger Said El Mala wasn't enough for Koln. The German club hopes Chelsea, who are also interested, will meet its €50-million valuation. (Christian Falk)
Cooking with Gas: Left-footed PSV Eindhoven center-back Yarek Gasiorowski is on the radars of Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Brentford, and Borussia Dortmund. (Sports Boom)
Noa thanks: Galatasaray aren't expected to exercise their €30-million option to buy on-loan winger Noa Lang. The 26-year-old will therefore return to Napoli, where he had three goal contributions in 18 Serie A appearances over the first half of the season. (Fabrizio Romano)
Bees buzzing around the Bulls: Brentford will sign 19-year-old defender Jannik Schuster from Red Bull Salzburg for €17 million plus €3 million in add-ons. (Fabrizio Romano)
Leipzig limping: English clubs are outmuscling RB Leipzig in the pursuit of Ousmane Diao. Bournemouth and Crystal Palace are expected to compete for the Midtjylland defender when the season's done. (Sports Boom)
May 5
Foden approves new deal: Phil Foden has reached an agreement in principle over a new contract that will keep him at Manchester City until 2030. (The Athletic)
Eyes on Alisson: Juventus have made Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson their primary summer target. The Brazilian netminder is under contract at Anfield 2027, which could make the Reds more willing to sell now. (Sky Sports)
Midfield overhaul: Manchester United are ready to splash around £150 million to sign three midfielders this summer. They're also keen to sell Manuel Ugarte as part of the revamp. Mateus Fernandes, expected to leave West Ham if they're relegated, is being monitored by the Red Devils. (talkSPORT)
Sticker shock: Real Madrid will only allow Gonzalo Garcia to leave on a permanent transfer if they receive an offer worth €60 million. The Club World Cup breakout star has started just six La Liga matches this season. (AS)
Small print in Kone's contract: Canadian midfielder Ismael Kone has a €35-million release clause at Sassuolo that's valid until the end of July. English and Italian clubs are rumored to be interested. (Fabrizio Romano)
In Bruges: Chelsea are monitoring Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez. The 22-year-old Ecuadorian international was linked with a £43-million move to Liverpool during the January transfer window. (TEAMtalk)
Manuel stays in Milan: Inter have automatically triggered the option to make Manuel Akanji's loan move permanent after clinching the Serie A title. Manchester City will collect €15 million from the sale of the Swiss defender. (Fabrizio Romano)
