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Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Though the January market is now closed, it has not stopped the clubs from looking at potential summer recruitments.
And as always, there are stories which make headlines irrespective of the transfer window being open or shut. On that note, let's take a look at all the top transfer stories that made headlines on February 7, 2018:
La Liga
Luis Suarez on Chelsea's radar
According to Sport, Chelsea are pondering over the idea of sacking Antonio Conte with Luis Enrique being the club's pick to replace the Italian. Enrique is currently on a sabbatical but may get offered a hefty deal from the Blues this week.
L'equipe have gone one step further in reporting that if Enrique takes over at Stamford Bridge, he will look to raid his former club FC Barcelona for Luis Suarez. Enrique is keen on working again with the Uruguayan striker and will demand the Chelsea board to make his wish come true in the summer.
Also read: Barcelona players' release clauses: Are they all worth it? Who is affordable?
Marco Asensio also linked with a move to Stamford Bridge
The Daily Mirror reports that Marco Asensio is high on Chelsea's priority list in the summer. After emerging as one of the youngsters to watch out for, the Spaniard has failed to live up to the expectations this season due to limited playing opportunities.
The Blues are long-term admirers of the winger and are looking at making a £120 million bid for Asensio. But it is believed that any move for the 22-year-old hinges on the future of Eden Hazard who is tipped to go the other way in the summer.
Serie A
Manchester United enter Stefan De Vrij race
The Daily Express via Il Messaggero have claimed that Manchester United are the latest Premier League side to register an interest in Lazio's Stefan De Vrij. The Dutch defender has been one of the standout players in his position for the past couple of years in Serie A and has understandably attracted a lot of interest.
Liverpool and Chelsea also remain interested in De Vrij with United now ready to make this a triple threat fight for the centre back's signature. It is also believed that De Vrij will sign an extension with Lazio soon which will have a £20 million release clause.
Arsenal interested in Daniele Rugani
Arsenal were in the January market for a central defender and their deadline day moves for David Luiz and Kostas Manolas prove that notion right. The Daily Star has now claimed that Arsenal are interested in Juventus' Daniele Rugani.
The 23-year-old centre-back has not been in form this season and has hence not been a regular in Turin. His agent, Davide Torchia has revealed that the Gunners are interested in his client despite not making a move for the defender last month.
Bundesliga
Robert Lewandowski dreaming of a move to Real Madrid
Signing a striker is a priority for Real Madrid in the summer. Marca claims that Robert Lewandowski has long dreamt of a move to Madrid and is eager to play for Los Blancos next season.
His agent, Cezary Kucharski is a well-known figure at the Bernabeu and will play a huge role if the deal is to pick up pace in the summer.
Bayern Munich's striker has already scored 18 goals this season and will definitely be an upgrade on Madrid's current forward line.
Leon Bailey's selling price revealed
Bayer Leverkusen's Leon Bailey has been monitored by the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool. The Jamaican winger has been in sensational form this season, scoring 8 goals in 18 league appearances.
According to Talksport (via Kicker), Bayer Leverkusen are ready to part ways with the 20-year-old if any club is ready to pay a transfer fee in the region of £100 million. Bailey has a contract with the Bundesliga side until 2022 and his side is looking to sell him at a similar price to Ousmane Dembele (who joined FC Barcelona for £97 million).
Premier League
Thibaut Courtois dreaming of a return to Madrid
Chelsea's problems are not looking like they'll end soon. In another blow to the Blues, Thibaut Courtois has revealed that he intends to return to Madrid in the foreseeable future. The Belgian goalkeeper has two children living in the Spanish capital which has made the Chelsea no.1 longing for a return to La Liga.
In an interview with Belgian magazine Sport, Courtois revealed, "If Real is really interested, my personal situation could affect, yes. The family aspect, it is priceless. My two children live there with their mum. Yes, my heart is in Madrid. It is logical and understandable."
West Ham United closing in on Patrice Evra
Sky Sports have revealed that Patrice Evra has arrived at West Ham's training ground to undergo his medical. He is set to sign a deal with the Hammers until the end of the season. The 36-year-old was also on Everton's radar a while back.
The left-back has been a free agent since November when he was released by Marseille for kicking a fan in the stands. UEFA suspended him for eight months but the ban is only applicable to European competitions.
Rest of the world
Thomas Lemar turns down a new contract at AS Monaco
Liverpool and Arsenal have been handed a huge boost in their chase of the 22-year-old midfielder Thomas Lemar. The Express via L'equipe has reported that Lemar has turned down an extension offer from Monaco.
The midfielder has made it clear that he wishes to play in England in the future. The Frenchman has a deal in place until 2020 but is expected to force through a move in the summer.
Justin Kluivert plays down a move to Manchester United
Despite being linked with a move to Old Trafford at the end of the season, Ajax teenage sensation Justin Kluivert has revealed that he has no idea of United's interest in him. The 20-year-old has lit up the Eredivisie this season, scoring six goals in 20 appearances.
On United's interest, he was quoted by Metro as saying, "There will always be rumours, but not all is true. I know as little as you guys do."
