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. So let's head right in and take a look at the major happenings across Europe that made headlines on July 1, 2017:
Serie A
Inter Milan set a new demand for Manchester United
Signing Inter Milan winger Ivan Perisic is proving to be tough for Manchester United with the Nerazzurri playing hardball over the proposed transfer fee. Inter reportedly now want United's Matteo Darmian to be included in the deal for Perisic. Italian transfer expert, Gianluca Di Marzio has claimed that Inter have made an enquiry for the Italian fullback which is set to reduce their asking price for Perisic by over £15 million.
Trending
AS Roma want Alberto Moreno
Corriere Dello Sport reports that the Italian club are pondering over the idea of bringing Liverpool's Alberto Moreno to Rome this summer. Moreno has failed to make a lasting impression on Jurgen Klopp which is why the Reds want to offload him. Roma will have to pay £15 million to secure the services of the marauding fullback who still has two years left on his contract.
New suitors for Alex Sandro
Paris Saint-Germain are the latest club to take note of Juventus' Alex Sandro. The Sun claims that the French club have made a last ditch effort to prise the left back away from Turin. Chelsea were said to be very close to agreeing a deal with the Bianconeri for Sandro but this latest development indicates that an agreement is far from being reached.
Bundesliga
Sokratis Papastathopoulos on Arsenal's radar
Goal understands that the Greek defender Sokratis wants a new challenge this season. The 29-year-old is eager to test his skills in the Premier League, something that has put Arsenal on high alert. The Gunners want a central defender this summer and might decide on bidding for the Borussia Dortmund man.
Sokratis recently said in an interview, "When you are young you have time to get things, but I am not anymore and I want to win titles," a statement which proves that he is ready for a move away from the German club.
Cologne reject bid for star striker
Anthony Modeste was Cologne's shining light this past season and the Daily Telegraph has reported that West Ham United are serious in their approach for the striker. The Hammers bid £22 million for Modeste which was rejected by Cologne. The German club want to keep hold of the player and have made it clear that they will not sell him at any cost.
Premier League
Chelsea to spend £125 million in one week
Antonio Conte has earmarked three players that he wants by the time Chelsea begin their pre-season training. The Daily Telegraph reports that the Blues are in the final stages of finalising a deal for three players. Alex Sandro, Antonio Rudiger and Tiemoue Bakayako are expected to undergo their medicals next week, with Chelsea ready to do the majority of their business early in the summer.
Arsenal fear Alexis Sanchez may leave on a free transfer
The Gunners hierarchy believe that Alexis Sanchez will not sign a contract extension with the club which has led them to the idea of selling the Chilean this month. This has paved the way for Manchester City who are ready to pay over £50 million for one of the Premier League's best players.
Liverpool interested in Sevilla custodian
Daily Star claims that the Reds want to replace Simon Mignolet with Sevilla's Sergio Rico. It is reported that Rico has two years left on his current deal and a £26 million release clause. Rico kept 12 clean sheets last season and his good form between the sticks has not gone unnoticed.
La Liga
FC Barcelona enter the race for Real Madrid target
Spanish outlet, Sport has speculated that Barcelona have entered the race for Real Betis' Dani Ceballos. The young midfielder impressed for the Spain U-21 side in the Euros, initially catching the eye of Real Madrid scouts. Los Blancos were ready to sign him this summer with an option to loan him back to Betis for a season but Barcelona are ready to offer Ceballos first team football straightway which might swing the pendulum in their favour. The Catalans also hope to include Cristian Tello in the deal to sweeten the deal.
Atletico Madrid defender wants to leave
Jose Gimenez has grown frustrated with his role at Atletico Madrid which has prompted him to think about his future. AS claims that the Uruguayan defender wants to move away from Madrid to have a solid chance of playing in next year's World Cup. Inter Milan and Manchester United remain interested in the centre back.
Rest of the world
Celtic fear losing Kieran Tierney this summer
Although the Scottish giants have no intention of selling the highly rated left back, a move to Manchester United might be too tempting for Kieran Tierney to turn down. The Mirror claims that Jose Mourinho is ready to bid £15 million for the youngster. Arsenal remain interested but Mourinho's personal interest might help United’s cause in this case.
Marquinhos signs a new long-term deal
Amidst rumours of Manchester United's intent to bid £50 million for the centre-back, Marquinhos has rocked the Manchester club by signing a new long-term deal with PSG. He has signed a new four-year deal with the Parisians which will keep him at the club until 2022. Speaking with the club's official website, Marquinhos said, "I have always said I'm happy to play for Paris Saint-Germain, and this contract extension is further proof of my commitment to the club."
