Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eyeing summer move for Leroy Sané

Arsenal are exploring a summer move for Bayern Munich's Leroy Sané, as João Félix is attracting interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.

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TRENDING RUMORS

- Arsenal are "seriously interested" in signing Bayern Munich's Leroy Sané on a free transfer this summer, Sky Sports Deutschland reports. While the Germany international's preference is to stay at Bayern, he is yet to receive an official contract offer despite entering the final few months of his deal. His performances of late, including an excellent brace at home last weekend to St. Pauli, have been recognized by the club's hierarchy. However, Arsenal's interest in Sané could complicate matters, as concrete talks have already taken place between the two parties.

- João Félix is attracting interest from Galatasaray and Saudi Arabia after AC Milan opted not to sign him on a permanent deal this summer, reports Nicolo Schira. The 25-year-old has been on loan at AC Milan since January, but has generally struggled to make an impact at San Siro. As such, the Italian club aren't expected to trigger their option at the end of the season, which could open the door to the likes of Galatasaray and others. Félix is due to return to Chelsea in June, where he is under contract until 2031.

- Marcus Rashford's huge wages could prove to be a major stumbling block for Aston Villa if they trigger the player's permanent transfer clause, reports Football Insider. The 27-year-old is on loan at Villa from Manchester United, and the West Midlands club have the option to sign him at the end of the season for a reported £40 million fee. If Villa do exercise the option, they'll also have to fund Rashford's salary, which is around £350,000 per week at United.

- Napoli are still interested in Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior and could soon make an offer, TEAMtalk reports. With an asking price of just £20m, the Poland international will be in high demand. Bayer Leverkusen are also keeping tabs on Kiwior, ahead of the expected departure of centre-back Jonathan Tah. The 25-year-old, who chiefly operates as a central defender for Arsenal, hasn't featured in the Premier League since last December. Sport, meanwhile, reports that it's far from certain that Barcelona will offer a contract to Tah.

- Barcelona sporting director Deco has drawn up a list of four possible full-back signings for the summer, according to Diario Sport. Vanderson, Marc Pubill, Jeremie Frimpong and Givairo Read are the names on the list as Barça look to add competition for Jules Koundé and Alejandro Balde next season. Deco is said to have been a fan of AS Monaco's Brazilian right-back Vanderson for a long time, while Barça have previously held talks about a deal for Almería's Pubill. Bayer Leverkusen's Frimpong, the report adds, is the "big dream" but probably out of the Catalan club's price range. Feyenoord youngster Read is the fourth player being considered.

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CONFIRMED DEALS

- Sporting CP have signed midfielder Giorgi Kochorashvili on a permanent transfer from Spanish LaLiga 2 side Levante, the Spanish club have announced.

OTHER RUMORS

- Everton have identified Burnley's Maxime Estève as a potential Jarrad Branthwaite replacement. The outlet suggests that West Ham United and AC Milan have also enquired about the 22-year-old. In the case of the Rossoneri, Estéve's hefty price tag, which isn't disclosed, appears to have cooled their interest for the time being. (Footmercato)

- AC Milan's Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, 26. is being tracked by Manchester City for a summer move, with Barcelona also reported to be interested. (TEAMtalk)

- Barcelona have been offered Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic, who is about to move into the final year of his contract in the summer, but the Catalan club are cool on the move. Barca have also been given the chance to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, but a €75m transfer fee and his wages are not affordable. (Sport)

- Vlahovic now seems certain to leave Juve in the summer, with Man United, Arsenal and Newcastle United all linked. Juve are looking for a transfer fee of €40m to €45m. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Internazionale are closely monitoring Marseille winger Luis Henrique. Bayern Munich are among the clubs also interested in the player, whose contract still has three years to run. OM are willing to listen to offers in the region of €30m for the former Botafogo player. (Sky Sport Italia)

- Bournemouth are only interested in a straight cash offer of £45m from Liverpool for left-back Milos Kerkez. Reds goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher is not of interest to the Cherries as part of the deal. (The Times)

- Jon Gorrotxategi, on loan at Mirandes from Real Sociedad, has been earmarked as a long-term successor in the midfield to Martin Zubimendi, who has been linked with Arsenal and Real Madrid. However, Gorrotxategi, 22, has a €50m release clause and is interesting FC Porto. (Relevo)

- Cristiano Ronaldo is not likely to join Internazionale to play in the Club World Cup. There had been speculation that the Portugal international could head to San Siro when his Al Nassr deal expires at the end of the season. (Tuttosport)

- Arsenal are set to begin talks with Bukayo Saka's representative over a new contract. Andrea Berta, the club's new sporting director, wants the 23-year-old to commit a new long-term deal. However, there is no immediate rush as the England international has two years remaining on his contract. (Fabrizio Romano)

- Chelsea are not expected to try to sign a first-choice goalkeeper in the summer, with Djordje Petrovic returning from loan at Strasbourg and Mike Penders due to complete his move from Genk. (Daily Telegraph)

- Sampdoria could re-appoint Andrea Pirlo if they choose to sack head coach Leonardo Semplici. The club are in the Serie B relegation zone and could turn to Pirlo, who was in charge as they finished seventh last season but was removed three games into this season. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Joan Garcia is Bayer Leverkusen's top target as they search for a new goalkeeper for next season. (Bild)