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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 in 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 10, 2018:
La Liga
Real Madrid identify new front three
From the manager to the players, there will be wholesome changes at Real Madrid this summer. And the majority of the high profile signings will be done to assemble a new forward line for the new manager. Cristiano Ronaldo's wage demands may see him leave whereas Karim Benzema is all but sure to be offloaded by the club.
Meanwhile, there's a huge question mark over the future of Gareth Bale. According to Diario Gol, Real Madrid are preparing themselves for every possibility with two out of the famed 'BBC' trio certain to leave. If Ronaldo leaves, Neymar is the club's top priority.
If not for Neymar, Los Blancos are prepared to go all guns blazing for his teammate Kylian Mbappe whereas Robert Lewandowski is the preferred choice to replace Benzema. So the two options for a new Real Madrid frontline are: Neymar-Lewandowski-Bale or Asensio-Lewandowski-Mbappe.
Gerard Pique wants Iago Aspas at FC Barcelona
Iago Aspas has had a stellar season at Celta Vigo, scoring 22 goals in La Liga and with it, securing a place in Spain's World Cup squad. Gerard Pique has been left impressed by the striker and now wants to sign him up for FC Barcelona. With Paco Alcacer on his way out of the club, Aspas could well be his replacement.
Don Balon has claimed that Aspas is also keen on a move to the Spanish giants and is ready to ask Celta Vigo to let him go at a reasonable price. Meanwhile, Pique is ready to meet the Barcelona bosses to convince them on signing the wily striker.
Serie A
Chelsea interested in Alessandro Florenzi
AS Roma and Alessandro Florenzi are currently embroiled in extension talks. According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, Florenzi has asked for a pay raise and guarantees over playing time which has slowed down the process of a new deal. Chelsea are monitoring the situation and may swoop in for the right back if talks break down between the two parties.
Arsenal reach an agreement for Lucas Torreira
Calcio Sampdoria has revealed that Arsenal have reached an agreement with Sampdoria for the transfer of midfielder Lucas Torreira. The Uruguayan had a release clause of €25 million which has reportedly been activated by the Gunners.
With Borussia Dortmund also interested, Torreira's agent Pablo Bentancur has asked for a week's time to evaluate all the offers for the 22-year-old. His €25 million release clause is valid only until the end of the month.
Bundesliga
Mario Götze keeping the door open for a move to Liverpool
The Borussia Dortmund attacker has sparked rumours of a move to Liverpool by claiming that he is keen on a reunion with Jurgen Klopp. The duo shares a strong bond with Klopp being the manager that gave him his debut at Borussia Dortmund.
In a documentary titled 'Being Mario Götze', the German says, "I decided to leave Bayern and Jurgen Klopp was interested in getting me to Liverpool. And I was also interested in working with him again. It's still existing. He is a world-class coach and that's why it's always an option."
Arsenal closing in on Caglar Soyuncu
Freiburg defender Caglar Soyuncu is in concrete talks with the Premier League giants over a summer move. His agent, Mustafa Dogru has revealed that personal terms have already been agreed with Arsenal.
He told Turkish Football, "Sven Mislintat has been keen on Caglar since he was at Borussia Dortmund. He first scouted him back in Germany. Sven is interested in Caglar, there are concrete talks, all that remains is for a fee to be agreed. We will see what happens next.”
Premier League
Liverpool to target Nick Pope
After being quoted extravagant valuations for Alisson Becker and Jan Oblak, Liverpool have reportedly turned their attention towards Burnley's Nick Pope. The English custodian was one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League last season.
According to the Sun, Liverpool are ready to open the bidding at £15 million. Burnley are expected to demand more but may let Pope leave with Tom Heaton now back from a long-term shoulder injury.
Everton eyeing Victor Lindelof
The Swedish centre-back Victor Lindelof had a tough first season in the Premier League with Manchester United. The Mirror reports that Everton are keen on signing Lindelof if United are ready to let him go.
New Everton boss Marco Silva is interested in making a move for the centre back and knows Lindelof since the defender's time at Benfica. It will take £35 million for the Toffees to sign the 23-year-old.
Rest of the world
Leicester City want Brendan Rodgers to replace Claude Puel
Celtic's Brendan Rodgers has emerged as a top contender to replace Claude Puel at the King Power Stadium. Puel is expected to receive the sack this summer with Rodgers being named as the favourite by the Sun.
Rodgers has won back to back league titles with Celtic and will be expected to take Leicester closer to the top six.
Tottenham Hotspur interested in Alex Grimaldo
Danny Rose has been linked with a move away from Tottenham this summer which has alerted the club to search for his direct replacement. According to Record, Spurs have identified Benfica's Alex Grimaldo as the man to replace Rose. Grimaldo has a €30 million release clause at Benfica and is also being courted by Napoli.
