Arsenal to beat Manchester United to top target, Real Madrid contact Eden Hazard camp: Transfer round-up, January 10, 2018

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End of a nightmare for Arda Turan

Real Madrid make contact with Eden Hazard

Reports in France have stated that Real Madrid have approached Eden Hazard's close circle as they look to step up with their chase for the Chelsea talisman. The Belgian forward is Madrid's top summer transfer target with Radio Montecarlo also reporting that Hazard has rejected two offers from the Blues for an extension.

Hazard has never denied his admiration for the Spanish giants and has wished to play under his 'idol', Zinedine Zidane. Chelsea are hoping to make Hazard sign a new deal and are prepared to make him the league's best-paid player in order to fend off Real Madrid's interest.

Arda Turan inching closer to Barcelona exit

Ahmed Bulut, Turan's agent has today confirmed that his client has accepted an offer from Basaksehir and will be leaving FC Barcelona soon. Turkish tabloids report that a deal in the region of €15 million is agreed between the two clubs.

Talking to Turkish TV, Bulut said, "Arda Turan wants to return to Istanbul, has reached an agreement with the Basaksehir and does not want to evaluate other proposals." Turan has not yet made a single appearance this season which has sparked his exit from the club.