Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Today's stories feature the latest update on some of the major happenings in world football which may change the complexion of a few clubs across Europe. So let's head right in and take a look at the major happenings across Europe that made headlines on June 10, 2017:
Serie A
Juventus set price for Alex Sandro
Chelsea have sought cover for Marcos Alonso at left wing back for the next season and their search for another full-back has led them to Juventus. Alex Sandro has emerged as a prime target for the Blues this season and the London Evening Standard now understands that the Bianconeri are willing to let go of Sandro if their valuation of £52 million is met. Sandro has three years left on his contract which means that the Serie A champions are in a solid position to demand a high price.
Inter Milan reject the second bid for Ivan Perisic
Calciomercato reports that Inter have rejected the second bid from Manchester United for their in-demand winger, Ivan Perisic. The 28-year-old is a target for the Red Devils since the end of the just concluded season as Jose Mourinho is keen on working with him. It is reported that United had improved on their initial bid of €40 million for the winger but the Nerazzurri are waiting for United to match their €55 million valuation.
Bundesliga
RB Leipzig holding out for a larger fee for Emile Forsberg
After rejecting a €18 million bid from AC Milan, Leipzig have decided that they will part ways with Forsberg only if a bid of €30 million comes their way. Mediaset Premium claims that Milan are ready to come back with an improved offer which will see them sign Forsberg - the player who had the highest number of assists in Bundesliga in the 2016/17 season.
Two German clubs interested in Bertrand Traore
After a successful loan spell with Ajax, Traore has made it clear with his parent club Chelsea that he will not go out on another loan spell. This has alerted a lot of clubs around Europe as Daily Express reports that Borussia Monchengladbach and Schalke are serious in their pursuit of the 21-year-old striker. The Blues reportedly no longer need him and will be looking for offers of £15 million for the forward.
Premier League
Manchester United agree a deal for Alvaro Morata
Radio Onde Cero has revealed that all the financial conditions have been taken care of as Manchester United will soon announce their first signing of summer in the form of Alvaro Morata. The fee that is reported to be agreed between the two clubs is £64 million which will make Morata the most expensive Spanish player of all time. The medical is set to take place on Monday and the transfer is also expected to be made official on the same day itself.
Alexis Sanchez's future to be decided after the Confederations Cup
The wantaway Arsenal superstar has revealed that his future will be taken care for by his agent as he will be concentrated on doing well for Chile in the Confederations Cup. It seems to be nervous times ahead for the Gunners who are hoping that the Chilean will sign a contract extension soon with manager Arsene Wenger also reiterating that both Ozil and Sanchez will be at the Emirates next season.
La Liga
Marco Veratti prefers Real Madrid over Barcelona
Veratti's agent Donato Di Campli has made it clear in an interview to Tuttosport that his client is ready to leave the Parisians this season. But the Daily Express has now gone on record to say that the player prefers a move to Real Madrid ahead of Barcelona as he thinks that the Madrid club is more likely to win trophies in the immediate future. This will be a huge blow for the Catalans’ summer plans as Veratti was believed to be their number one transfer target.
Atletico Madrid still want Diego Costa
Diego Simeone is a huge fan of the Chelsea striker who has been reportedly told by his manager at Chelsea to find a new club for himself. Atletico Madrid cannot sign players until January and which is why the Colchoneros want Costa to move out on loan to AC Milan this summer. This means that Atletico will be able to sign him in January or the next summer while the Spaniard will also be able to play regularly in order to get selected in the Spain squad for the 2018 World Cup.
Rest of Europe
Serge Aurier is a transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur
After his £7 million move to PSG two years ago, Serge Aurier has cemented his spot as one of the best fullbacks in France. His good form has not gone unnoticed as Spurs are ready to take him on board if Kyle Walker changes loyalties for Manchester City. Daily Mirror claims that City are ready to pay close to £50 million for the Tottenham fullback which in turn has led the North London club to target Aurier as his direct replacement.
Gelson Martins set to start a bidding war
The Sporting Lisbon winger has been in sensational form for the Portuguese club which has caught the eye of the two stalwarts of English football. Gelson Martins has emerged as a target for both Manchester United and Liverpool with both sides needing reinforcements on the flanks. Martins has a release clause of £46.2 million but Lisbon will be willing to accept a bid in the region of £40 million as they need funds for their own transfer businesses.
