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Welcome to Sportskeeda's daily transfer roundup.
With the 2018-19 season almost done and dusted, the transfer window has already been opened in England and is set to swing open in Italy, Germany, France and Spain tomorrow, on the first of June.
This should herald a flux of transfer rumours from across Europe's top five leagues and as expected, there has been plenty of transfer talk and speculation today.
Today's top transfer stories feature giant clubs like Barcelona, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City and Bayern Munich, among others. They also feature some high-profile stars who are being linked with moves away from their current clubs.
On that note, here is a look at the top transfer news, rumours, and updates for the day:
Mauro Icardi eyes Inter Milan stay
Inter Milan have confirmed that Antonio Conte will replace Luciano Spaletti as manager and several reports have claimed that Conte has categorically stated that he doesn't want Mauro Icardi to be a part of his squad.
However, according to reports from TyC Sports (via Goal.com), the Argentine's wife and agent, Wanda Nara, has reportedly stated that Icardi would like to remain at Inter for "at least another year."
Speaking about the matter, the 26-year-old's wife said:
"He has one-and-a-half years left on his contract and his intention is to continue at Inter for at least another year."
Earlier this month, Icardi took to social media to express his thoughts regarding his relationship with the club, and said:
"Because recently the media have reported news that does not reflect my thoughts, I want to inform our fans that I have repeatedly informed Inter about my will to remain with the club.
"Hopefully now there will be no more misunderstandings. I understand the interests of the press in selling fake news so I would rather clarify things personally. I have already expressed the will to stay because Inter is my family.
Manchester City reject Bayern Munich's opening offer of £70.7m for Leroy Sane
23-year-old Leroy Sane has made quite a name for himself at Manchester City, as a result of several impactful performances. However, owing to the amount of talent on City's roster, the German has failed to establish a permanent spot for himself in Pep Guardiola's team.
Now, the latest reports from The Guardian (via The Sun) claim that Bundesliga giants, Bayern Munich, are reportedly planning to make the most of the situation as they allegedly try and swoop for him. As per the report, Bayern have already made their opening move by submitting an offer believed to be worth £70.7 million. However, it also claims that City were quick to reject the offer.
The German side are now reportedly planning an improved second bid as they believe they can lure Sane away from Manchester City with the right price.
Manchester United emerge as favourites to sign PSG's Adrien Rabiot
Ever since his well-publicised fall-out at Paris Saint-Germain, Adrien Rabiot has been linked with potential moves to a number of top European clubs. The Frenchman, who has been ostracized at the Paris-based club, has reportedly been considering his options before deciding on his future.
As per reports from The Sun, Manchester United - who have also been linked with a move for Rabiot - have reportedly emerged as the favourites to sign the 24-year-old. Notably, Rabiot is set to leave PSG as a free agent and while United will not be able to offer UEFA Champions League football, they are expected to offer Rabiot a mouth-watering contract - one that he might not be able to say no to.
Rabiot has also been linked with potential moves to other clubs like Real Betis and Arsenal as this particular transfer saga drags on.
Chelsea identify Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho as Eden Hazard's replacement
With Eden Hazard set to leave Chelsea for Real Madrid, the Blues will understandably be desperate to get their hands on a suitable replacement - if their transfer ban gets overturned. Chelsea are currently banned from making any transfers for a period of two transfer windows. However, they reportedly believe that they are innocent and are allegedly willing to protest the ban at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Should they succeed in having the ban overturned, according to reports from The Mirror, Chelsea have reportedly earmarked Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho as the ideal replacement for the departing Belgian superstar.
Meanwhile, Coutinho has struggled to cement a place for himself at Barcelona, ever since moving from Liverpool. Subsequently, several reports have suggested that the Brazilian could be open towards returning to the Premier League, where he previously shone for Liverpool.
Manchester City hold meeting over potential Joao Felix move
Benfica's 19-year-old superstar, Joao Felix has constantly been in the news this season due to his exemplary performances for the Portuguese side. Felix, who is believed to be valued at £100 million, has been linked with potential moves to Real Madrid, Manchester United and Liverpool over the course of the recently-concluded season.
However, according to the latest reports from The Mirror, Manchester City could emerge as the frontrunners for the teenager. The Premier League champions reportedly held a meeting to discuss a potential move.
As per the report, City's chief executive, Ferran Soriano, reportedly met Benfica's president, Luis Filipe Viera, and the player's agent, Jorge Mendes this past week to try and hash out a deal.
The report also claims that Madrid tried signing him for £70 million, but failed after not meeting Benfica's valuation of the player.
