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Hello people! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With focus now shifting to the World Cup, top clubs have begun their work on the transfer front.
And as always, there are stories which will have huge repercussions on the transfer market. After scorching through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have managed to find transfer stories that made headlines on June 24, 2018:
Premier League
Three top clubs eyeing N'golo Kante
The future of Chelsea midfield lynchpin is set to become one of the interesting stories of the summer. Chelsea will not compete in the Champions League next season and the confusion over their managerial situation has made a number of their superstars look for a way out of the club.
Le Parisien has linked N'golo Kante to leave the club. It has been reported that three European powerhouses are behind Kante's signature with Real Madrid being the favourite. Madrid see Kante as their 'next Claude Makelele' and are ready to break the bank for the Frenchman.
PSG have always rated him and are keen on bringing him back to France. Meanwhile, FC Barcelona are also reportedly monitoring Kante's situation. Chelsea will have to convince the midfielder soon to stay at the club with three of the biggest sharks in the ocean lurking.
Everton want Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Jack Wilshere
According to the Mirror, Everton are looking to sign two talented English midfielders this summer. Chelsea are ready to loan Loftus-Cheek on another season-long loan with Everton leading the queue to sign the youngster. Crystal Palace and Newcastle United are also interested in Loftus-Cheek.
Meanwhile, the Toffees are also tipped to be the favourites to land Jack Wilshere on a free transfer this summer. Wilshere will be a free agent on July 1 and is keen on extending his stay in the Premier League. Everton boss Marco Silva believes that a midfield duo of Loftus-Cheek and Wilshere can help them close the gap on the top six.
Serie A
Juventus target Diego Godin and Matthijs De Ligt
Wholesome defensive changes are expected to be undertaken at the Old Lady this summer. It is reported that the centre back duo of Daniele Rugani and Medhi Benatia may leave Juventus this summer. Both have been on the radar of top Premier League sides.
Gazzetta Dello Sport has now reported that if the duo leaves Turin, Juventus will then target Diego Godin and Matthijs De Ligt. The latter is valued at around €50 million by Ajax whereas the experienced Godin has a €20 million release clause at Atletico Madrid.
Inter Milan targeting William Carvalho
Gianluca Di Marzio has claimed that Inter Milan are interested in taking William Carvalho on board. The Portuguese midfielder has decided to terminate his contract with Sporting Lisbon and is currently a free agent.
But the Portuguese side is in dispute with Carvalho and may sanction any club that does business with him. It remains to be seen how Inter approach this delicate situation.
Bundesliga
Abdou Diallo ready to join Borussia Dortmund
L'equipe reports that Abdou Diallo has rejected Lyon's advances to opt for Borussia Dortmund. It is reported that the Mainz defender recently met Lucian Favre - the manager of Dortmund over a summer move.
Diallo is reportedly convinced that his future lies in the Bundesliga. He will cost Dortmund around €30 million and will sign for the club on a five-year deal.
James Rodriguez keen on a return to Real Madrid
Despite a successful season at Bayern Munich, James Rodriguez is reportedly looking for a move back to Madrid. Don Balon claims that Florentino Perez has called the Colombian personally and has asked him to return to the club at the request of Cristiano Ronaldo.
With Zinedine Zidane no longer at the helm, Rodriguez is confident that he will get ample opportunities to impress the new boss.
La Liga
Bayern Munich want Toni Kroos - Robert Lewandowski swap
Real Madrid are in the market for a striker to replace Karim Benzema. Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski is their top choice with Harry Kane committing his future to Tottenham Hotspur. The Bavarians are reportedly ready to use Madrid's desperation to their advantage.
According to Don Balon, Bayern Munich will ask for Toni Kroos to be included in the Lewandowski sale, a demand that has angered Florentino Perez. Kroos has been linked with a move away from Madrid this summer with Manchester clubs also interested. Bayern are expected to sign Timo Werner as Lewandowski's replacement.
Manchester United want Jose Gaya
A left back is high on Manchester United's priority list this summer. The Mirror reports that United have made Valencia's Jose Gaya as their top target after being priced out of a move for Juventus' Alex Sandro.
United have reservations overpaying £50 million for Sandro. Meanwhile, Gaya will cost the Red Devils around £30 million and is said to have impressed Jose Mourinho.
Rest of the world
Three top clubs set to battle it out for Kylian Mbappe
PSG fear losing Kylian Mbappe this summer. The Parisians are under an investigation for FFP violations. If found guilty, PSG would not be able to make a £166 million loan move for Mbappe permanent. Manchester clubs and Real Madrid have taken note of the situation, reports the Mirror.
United are ready to include Anthony Martial in any deal for the French wonder-kid. Pep Guardiola rates Mbappe highly whereas Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is also an admirer.
Liverpool enter Hirving Lozano race
The Daily Star has revealed that Liverpool are monitoring the progress of Mexican star Hirving Lozano. The forward has lit up the World Cup with his dazzling performances and has also attracted the attention of FC Barcelona. It is almost certain that Lozano will leave PSV Eindhoven after his Russian endeavour.
