The reason behind Zinedine Zidane's resignation revealed, five-man shortlist to replace Zidane and more - Transfer round-up, May 31, 2018

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Good evening and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the focus now shifting to the World Cup, top clubs have begun their work on the transfer front.

And as always, there are stories which will have huge repercussions on the transfer market. After scorching through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have managed to find transfer stories that made headlines on May 31, 2018:

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La Liga

The reason behind Zinedine Zidane's resignation revealed

Zinedine Zidane shocked the footballing world by announcing his resignation as the manager of Real Madrid. According to Don Balon, Zidane parted ways with Real because of a power struggle with club president Florentino Perez.

Zidane wanted to have more say in the club's transfer dealings which was reportedly denied by Perez. It is believed that Real Madrid's decision to put Karim Benzema on the selling list irked Zidane as the manager considered him key to his playing style.

Zidane wanted Eden Hazard this summer with Chelsea demanding Karim Benzema to be included in the deal. Perez was in agreement with this whereas Zidane vehemently protested. The Frenchman believed that he deserved more say at the club after winning 3 European titles but Perez's power hunger led Zidane to quit.

Real Madrid name five-man wishlist to replace Zinedine Zidane

The European champions now have their work cut out to find an able replacement for Zinedine Zidane. It is now certain that a majority of the transfer window for the club will go in finding the right candidate.

Diario Gol has reported that the club has already prepared a five-man wishlist to replace the Frenchman. The five candidates to take over from Zidane are - Mauricio Pochettino, Antonio Conte, Jurgen Klopp, Joachim Low and Guti.

Serie A

Soon to be a

Cityzen

Manchester City closing in on Jorginho

Pep Guardiola's side is reportedly in advanced stages of negotiations with Napoli regarding the transfer of Jorginho. Gazzetta Dello Sport has reported that the transfer will take place in the next few days with a fee in the region of €50 million being agreed upon by the two clubs. Jorginho will sign a five-year contract at the Etihad.

AS Roma contact Alex Meret

SPAL goalkeeper Alex Meret is on AS Roma's radar. Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that AS Roma have initiated talks with Udinese who hold the player's rights. The 21-year-old is viewed by many as Alisson Becker's long-term replacement as the Brazilian is on his way out of the Italian capital.

Bundesliga

Lewandowski is on the brink of Bayern Munich exit

Chelsea want Robert Lewandowski

According to the Mirror, Robert Lewandowski's decision to leave Bayern Munich has alerted Chelsea to move instantly for the Polish striker. Despite not knowing their next manager, Chelsea are keen on landing the Polish hitman. He is valued at over £80 million by the Bavarians.

Bayern Munich interested in Florian Thauvin

Thauvin has had a blistering season for Marseille where he scored 22 goals and created 11 more in Ligue 1. His great run has not gone unnoticed as SFR Sports reports that Bayern Munich are interested in taking the forward on board.

Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur are also linked with Thauvin who will now be seen in the World Cup for France.

Premier League

On Liverpool's radar

Liverpool enter Thibaut Courtois race

Talks of an extension have reportedly been broken down between Chelsea and Thibaut Courtois. Gianluca Di Marzio has claimed that Courtois will not be playing for the Blues next season and has offers from Liverpool and Real Madrid.

Real are looking for an upgrade on Keylor Navas whereas Liverpool are in the market for a new no.1 custodian after Loris Karius' harakiri in the final.

Jose Mourinho scouts Marko Arnautovic

Goal reports that Jose Mourinho was in attendance to watch Marko Arnautovic as Austria took on Russia in a friendly yesterday. Arnautovic has been linked with a move to United as Romelu Lukaku's backup. The Austrian scored 11 goals last season and has previously worked under Mourinho at Inter Milan.

Rest of the world

Joe Hart wants to stay in England

Arsenal target PSG's Yacine Adli

L'equipe has reported that Arsenal are close to acquiring the services of PSG starlet Yacine Adli. The 17-year-old midfielder has rejected an extension offer from the Parisians and has been promised game time by Arsenal. He was previously linked to the likes of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.

Joe Hart rejects Sporting Lisbon's offer

Joe Hart is set to reject an offer from Sporting Lisbon, the Daily Mail understands. Hart was offered a chance by Lisbon to succeed Napoli-bound Rui Patricio by offering the English international a two-year contract.

But it is believed that Hart is keen on staying in the Premier League and regain his place in the England setup.