The major European leagues' summer transfer window has entered its final week. This means that the largest clubs will be looking to make a mark in the market as soon as possible. You can find all the official deals and gossip here.
TOP STORY - Mbappe rejects PSG contract. Real Madrid is open to him?
The Spanish media have speculated about a possible move by Real Madrid after reports that Kylian Mbappe rejected a second contract renewal offer from Paris Saint-Germain.
France's RMC Sport claimed Monday that PSG's star forward turned down a new five year deal with the option to extend it with a sixth. There were only seven days before the transfer window closes.
Marca's headline, "PSG now opens the door to Mbappe", was Tuesday's headline. Marca stated that a transfer of 150 million is "more feasible than ever," but there is still a feeling of "maximum caution” at the Bernabeu.
Diario AS, however, claims that both the player and PSG are now aware that the best option for them is to accept a transfer. On its frontpage, the newspaper claims that Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Juventus to join PSG as a replacement.
Spanish radio station El Larguero was more pessimistic Monday night. Manu Carreno, a well-connected host, stated that the situation had not changed and that PSG didn't want him to go now. The most likely scenario was that Mbappe would join Real Madrid free of charge next summer.
ESPN reported last week that sources indicated that Man United was also interested in Mbappe's arrival when his contract expires.
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09.29 BST: Manchester United still want Rennes' midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, although a move to Old Trafford seems unlikely, sources told ESPN's Rob Dawson.
According to reports in France, Camavinga played his last match for Rennes in the Ligue 1 club's attempt to sign the midfielder before his contract expires.
Camavinga has one year remaining on his deal, and will be available for a free transfer in 2022. He was previously capped by France three times.
United are interested in the 18-year-old. However, Old Trafford feels that Camavinga would rather stay in France with Paris Saint-Germain than move to Spain. Camavinga's future remains uncertain due to PSG's move in Lionel Messi and a shortage of money for transfers in LaLiga. The transfer window will close on August 31.
08.32 BST - ICYMI, Xherdan Shahiri has left Liverpool to join Lyon in a deal that could be worth as much as 11m.
Shaqiri (29 years old) has signed a three year contract with the Ligue 1 side. This ends his three-year tenure at Anfield. In the summer 2018, the Swiss international, Shaqiri, moved to Merseyside after he had been released from Stoke City. He made 63 appearances for Liverpool and scored eight goals.
He will be joining a Lyon team looking to improve their fourth-placed finish last season in Ligue 1, after missing out on Champions League qualification.
08.00 BST: Sources tell ESPN's James Olley that Corinthians are in negotiations to sign Arsenal winger Willian.
After a disappointing first season, the Gunners' 33-year old has two years left on his Emirates Stadium contract. He joined them from Chelsea last summer on a free transfer.
Arsenal want to cut their wage bill and trim their squad. They have spent more than 130m in new signings during the current window. Sources claim that talks took place over a deal that may not require Corinthians to pay a fee.
Willian is paid a minimum 100,000 per week salary. However, Mikel Arteta has made it difficult for him to find work. After testing positive for Covid-19, Willian missed Arsenal's Premier League defeats at Brentford and Chelsea.
Willian is believed to want to remain in Europe and has not reached an agreement with the clubs. However, the club is considering the move due to the fact that his career has been stalled in London.
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PAPER GOSSIP (by Adam Brown).
The Mirror reports that Manchester United will intensify their pursuit for Declan Rice of West Ham United. The Mirror suggests that they are open to offering cash and Jesse Lingard in exchange for Rice. Lingard is still a target of the Hammers after enjoying a stellar season at the London Stadium. However, the club rates Rice at approximately 100m. The 22-year old is now reportedly looking for a new challenge, after he rejected contract offers from the club.
According to The Telegraph, Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has said that he is ready to turn down any further offers for Harry Kane. Manchester City had been interested in the forward all summer but Levy is believed to be open to accepting a 150m deal to keep Kane in North London. Kane was a part of the Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers last weekend, where he received positive reviews from Spurs fans.
Calciomercato reports that negotiations between Tottenham Hotspur (and Juventus) have started over Weston McKennie (a U.S. international). The Premier League club has enquired about McKennie in regards to a possible loan move. According to reports, Massimiliano Allegri, Juventus manager, would allow McKennie to go but the Turin club prefers a permanent deal.
Fiorentina is looking to strengthen their defensive line with the Italian club interested in Zeki Celik. According to Le10 Sport, the Serie A club has made an effort to hire the Turkish international right-back. The 24-year old played a crucial role in Lille's Ligue 1 title victory last season. He scored five goals in 28 starts as defender.
Internazionale has added another name to their shortlist as they continue to search for Romelu Lukaku. Calciomercato reports that Andrea Belotti will be closely monitored by the club as they try to strengthen their squad before the transfer window closes. According to the report, the Nerazurri have turned their attention towards the Torino after talks for Joaquin Correa stopped over Lazio's asking prices of 30m. From 33 starts in Serie A, Belotti directly contributed to 19 goals last year.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Lazio are close in reaching an agreement with Toma Basic, a Croatian midfielder. The Ligue 1 star will join Lazio on a deal worth 7m plus bonuses if Lazio qualify for next season's Champions League. Bordeaux's 24-year-old star plays in the middle of the field and was a key starter since his arrival, with 34 league appearances last year.
