Massimiliano Allegri has three conditions to become the next Real Madrid boss, Lewandowski to replace Benzema and more: Transfer round-up, June 5, 2018 

Hello people! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the 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 5, 2018:

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La Liga

Massimiliano Allegri has three demands to become Real Madrid's manager

After tasting defeat in Mauricio Pochettino's pursuit, it has now been speculated that Massimiliano Allegri is the top choice to succeed Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid. Talks have been initiated with the Juventus man who reportedly has a few conditions before signing on the dotted line.

According to Don Balon, Allegri has conveyed three demands to Florentino Perez before becoming the manager of Real Madrid. Firstly, he wants Harry Kane this summer, probably as a Karim Benzema replacement. Secondly, Allegri is eyeing David De Gea to be his first choice goalkeeper ahead of Keylor Navas.

And thirdly, the Italian does not have Gareth Bale in his plans and is looking for the Welshman to be offloaded to raise funds for his preferred targets.

Santi Cazorla returns to Villarreal

Villarreal have officially roped in Santi Cazorla to train with the first team squad during the preseason. Cazorla is looking for rehabilitation after being injured for the last year and half.

The former Arsenal man suffered chronic Achilles injury back in October 2016 for which the Spaniard had to go under the knife 11 times. Cazorla has twice played for Villarreal in the past and has amassed 241 appearances for the Yellow Submarines.

Serie A

Miralem Pjanic's replacement?

Juventus to target Christian Eriksen if Miralem Pjanic decides to leave

Miralem Pjanic is a reported Barcelona target. Juventus are keen on holding onto the Bosnian but an offer over €65 million will be too tempting to let go for the club.

Calciomercato reports that the Bianconeri have in mind Pjanic's replacement if he decides to leave. It is none other Spurs' Christian Eriksen. Juventus rate the Dane playmaker highly and will go all out for the 25-year-old if Pjanic departs.

Inter Milan monitoring Malcom

According to Calciomercato, Inter Milan have been offered the chance to sign Bordeaux winger Malcom this summer. His agent, Kia Joorabchian is set to meet Inter chief Piero Ausilio to discuss the future of the 20-year-old.

Bordeaux value Malcom at €40 million, a figure which might be problematic for Inter. Arsenal and Chelsea are also interested in the Ligue 1 hotshot.

Bundesliga

Sokratis snubs Man Utd for Arsenal

Sokratis snubbed Manchester United for a move to Arsenal

Charalambos Papastathopoulos, Sokratis' father has revealed that the Borussia Dortmund defender is currently in London to sign for the Gunners and that his son rejected Manchester United's advances for a move to the Emirates.

He told Sport 24/7, "There was interest from United but he had to wait until July for them. United have a very good relationship with Dortmund, the teams talked but Sokratis chose to go to Arsenal."

Real Madrid want Robert Lewandowski

After Zinedine Zidane's departure, Real Madrid have taken a decision to dump his favourite, Karim Benzema. The club are open to offers for the French striker. Don Balon has claimed that club supremo Florentino Perez has decided to pursue a move for Robert Lewandowski as his replacement.

Lewandowski is on the hunt for a move away from Bayern Munich and has hired Pini Zahavi - the man who helped Neymar leave FC Barcelona - to get his desired move. Real Madrid believe a bid of €80 million would be enough to tempt the Bavarians into selling the 30-year-old.

Premier League

Arsenal have signed Stephen Lichtsteiner

Arsenal announce the signing of Stephen Lichtsteiner

Unai Emery has made his first signing at Arsenal and it is the free transfer of Stephen Lichtsteiner from Juventus. The 34-year-old fullback was a free agent this summer after spending seven years in Turin.

Lichtsteiner is currently with the Switzerland squad for the World Cup. The veteran, after signing for the club, has said that he intends to help the club to get back in the Champions League.

Southampton interested in Xherdan Shaqiri

Xherdan Shaqiri recently revealed that he is keen on staying in the Premier League and will leave Stoke City this summer. According to the Mirror, Southampton have emerged as the top contender to sign the Swiss attacker.

Mark Hughes is eyeing a reunion with the 26-year-old and the Saints are ready to activate his £12 million release clause. Tottenham Hotspur are also monitoring Shaqiri's future developments.

Rest of the world

Dalot will sign for Manchester United this week

Diogo Dalot to have his Manchester United medical this week

The Red Devils are set to complete two signings in the space of a few days. After Fred, United intend to complete the capture of FC Porto fullback Diogo Dalot. Sky Sports understands that Dalot will have his medical at Carrington this week.

Mourinho was keen on signing a right back this summer and had identified his compatriot Dalot as the perfect fit. The youngster will join United for a reported fee of €20 million.

Neymar to meet Thomas Tuchel in London

The Brazilian talisman is currently in London and the Sun has now claimed that he will meet Thomas Tuchel in the British capital later this week. Neymar is reportedly looking for a move away from PSG with Real Madrid interested. The Parisians hope that a meeting with the new boss will help change the Brazilian's decision.