Transfer news and rumours of the day: 16th July, 2016

Gonzalo Higuain
Gonzalo Higuain’s proposed move to Juventus is under threat

Premier League

Diego Costa
Diego Costa has informed Chelsea about his decision to leave

According to AS, Diego Costa has informed Chelsea he wants to leave the club this summer. The player has directly told this to Roman Abramovich and Antonio Conte that he wants to return to Atletico Madrid.

– Manchester City have opened negotiations to sign Leroy Sane, reports Bild. Manchester City’s initial offer is too low, and Schalke reportedly want €50m for the player. Pep Guardiola is keen on signing the youngster and the financial terms shouldn’t be an issue.

– Dimitri Payet’s agent, Jacques Olivier Auguste, has revealed the Frenchman could leave West Ham this summer should he receive an important offer in the coming weeks, despite him signing a new contract recently.

– Borussia Dortmund defender Neven Subotic is close to sealing his move to Middlesbrough. A deal could be announced soon, according to Talk Sport. A fee of £9m has been agreed between the two clubs.

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