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What does Ronaldo's link with Atletico Madrid mean for Man United? (0:52)

Jan Aage Fjortoft is trying to find out where the best player in the world will be next season. It was :52.

There is a lot of gossip surrounding the summer transfer window. Transfer Talk keeps you up to date on all the latest gossip.

TOP STORY: Ronaldo won't budge, eyes Man Utd exit

According to The Times, talks with Manchester United failed to convince the 37 year old to stay at the club.

After presenting his project to the Portugal international on Tuesday, the new manager tried to convince him to change his mind, but it seems as though the failure to qualify for the playoffs last season has closed the door on him.

The club gave his representatives permission to explore potential clubs who would be interested in acquiring him, even though it was reported that they rejected his request to be released from his contract.

He scored 18 goals in 30 games in the English premier league.

Attila Madrid, Chelsea, and a few other teams have been linked to the same player. It was reported earlier this month that the club had ruled themselves out of the running for his signature, but the president of Atleti said it was impractical. SigningRonaldo would not fit with the philosophy of the company.

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PAPER GOSSIP

According to a report by Cadena Ser, Barcelona are planning to move on the starting goalkeeper if they can't get Frenkie de Jong to join them. With the 30-year-old goalkeeper reported to earn 7 million-per-season, and contracted to have a salary increase next season, the Blaugrana could now move him on. There were 35 appearances for the Germany international in the LaLiga season. According to reports, De Jong would only be interested in a transfer toChelsea.

According to a report, Manchester City are looking for a left-back and will look at Alejandro Grimaldo. The clubs are 20m apart in their valuation of the player, which means that City still prefer Cucurella. Like Cucurella, Grimaldo is a Barcelona academy product, but City will have to compete with two other teams to sign him.

The Athletic is reporting that Marcus Tavernier is going to sign with Bournemouth. An initial fee of $10m has been agreed between the two sides, but there is an additional 2.5m in add-ons. He scored 10 goals in 44 appearances for the Championship side.

According to the Daily Mail, Hakim Ziyech will be allowed to leave for 8 million dollars. While AC Milan are expected to advance negotiations for him this week, he will need to take a salary reduction in order to complete his move to San Siro.

Rudy Galetti said that Wijnaldum is close to joining AS Roma. According to a report, Jose Mourinho's side have made strong progress during negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain over a loan move that includes an option to become permanent. As they look to reach a middle ground over how much of the player's salary will be covered, both sides will continue discussions this week.