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Good evening and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the season now entering its final quarter, top clubs are keeping their eyes open on potential transfer targets.
And as always, there are stories which make headlines irrespective of the transfer window being open or shut. After the high of witnessing two days of riveting Champions League action, let's divert our attention to transfer stories that made headlines on April 12, 2018:
La Liga
Harry Kane rejects Real Madrid
In a sensational claim by Don Balon, Harry Kane has reportedly rejected Real Madrid's offer to join them this summer. The Englishman is unhappy with Real Madrid's cautious approach and their interest in fellow striker Robert Lewandowski.
Kane is also reported to be alarmed by Gareth Bale's situation at the club as has badly fallen out of favour at the Bernabeu. He is also threatened by Cristiano Ronaldo and has his reservations about both of them playing on the same team.
Andre Gomes wanted by Spurs and West Ham
According to the Mirror, Spurs and West Ham United are interested in taking Andre Gomes on board. The forgotten FC Barcelona midfielder has endured a tough time in Spain. But the Hammers are interested in him while Mauricio Pochettino is also keen on working with the Portuguese player.
Serie A
AC Milan plan a double raid on Napoli
AC Milan are looking to sign as many as two Napoli players this summer. Calciomercato understands that Pepe Reina is already on his way to Milan on a Bosman deal whereas Jose Callejon is the latest player to be linked with the club.
It is reported that Milan are eyeing a wide player for next season and have zeroed in on Callejon. The Rossoneri have a great relationship with the player's agent Manuel Garcia Quillon and value Callejon at around €25 million.
Juventus turn down Marouane Fellaini
Calciomercato has reported that Marouane Fellaini was offered to Juventus for a free transfer in the summer. But the Bianconeri have rejected advances from the Belgian's camp as they do not believe Fellaini is a perfect fit for their side.
Meanwhile, Manchester United want Fellaini to sign an extension but the midfielder is supposedly eyeing a way out of the club.
Bundesliga
Franck Ribery to sign a new deal with Bayern Munich
After a brilliant outing against Sevilla, Bayern Munich are convinced about offering a one-year extension to veteran winger Franck Ribery. The Frenchman is ready to commit his future to the club amidst offers from China and Qatar.
One Football (via Kicker) predict that the announcement will be made in the coming days. Ribery has been at the club for 11 seasons now, scoring 117 goals and winning 21 trophies with the club.
Jann-Fiete Arp closing in on a move to Bayern Munich
Bild understands that German wonderkid Jann-Fiete Arp will move to Bayern Munich if Hamburg get relegated this season. The Bavarians have already tabled a five year deal for the teenager which will see him earn €2 million per year in wages.
The 19-year-old has a contract with Hamburg until 2019 but will make a move to Munich if the club fail to avoid the drop.
Premier League
Jose Mourinho eyeing a move for Ivan Rakitic
Manchester United's hunt for a midfielder has forced them to turn to Barcelona with Ivan Rakitic now the latest player to be linked with the club. Rakitic has been a key member of the side since his arrival in Catalonia but has doubts over his future at the club.
According to Diario Gol, Jose Mourinho has contacted the Croatian over a potential summer deal. In reply, Rakitic has asked the Red Devils to give him 30 days to come to a conclusion.
Everton confident over Jack Wilshere
Football.London reports that Everton are growing confident of landing Jack Wilshere in the summer. The midfielder will be a free agent in July and has so far rejected the offer that has been put on the table by the Gunners.
Everton are ready to offer Wilshere a big signing-fee and are ready to match his wage demands to take him to Goodison Park. Sam Allardyce is a big fan of the player and is keen on working with him (if he stays at the club).
Rest of the world
AS Monaco looking to bring back Tiemoue Bakayako
According to the National, AS Monaco are looking to re-sign Tiemoue Bakayako this summer. The defensive midfielder moved to Chelsea from Monaco last season but has so far proven to be a major disaster in the Premier League. Monaco are looking to end his misery in London and are hoping to sign him on a cut-price deal.
Manchester City target Sao Paolo defender
The Daily Mail understands that Manchester City have made Sao Paolo defender Eder Militao one of their primary summer targets. City are ready to make a £20 million move for the Brazilian who can play anywhere in the backline and also as a defensive midfielder. City will have to rival FC Porto who are also gunning for the signature of the 20-year-old.
