Top 5 Transfer Rumours of the Day: June 14

A look at top 5 most anticipated football transfer speculations from todays newspapers.

#1 Atletico target Cazorla wants to leave Arsenal

Spain International Santi Cazorla has reportedly told Arsenal he wants to leave the club and join Atletico Madrid this summer. The 29-year-old recently penned a new contract to stay at the Emirates but Spanish newspaper AS claim that Cazorla has told his family and friends that he wants to return to Spain.

Cazorla is believed to be Atletico Madrid’s top summer transfer target with the Spanish champions having made failed efforts to sign the playmaker back in January. However, the La Liga winners have enough fund to bring Cazorla back to Spain with club’s several star performers set to leave including Chelsea bound Diego Costa.

Cazorla will decide his next move after the World Cup in Brazil with Atletico Madrid expected to move for the former Villareal and Malaga star soon after the tournament ends.

#2 Man United plan Schweinsteiger deal

Manchester United are plotting a bid for Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger to solve their midfield problems. The German International is said to top Louis van Gaal’s summer transfer wishlist with the player also thought to be interested to move to Old Trafford.

The Red Devils are willing to offer around £20 million for the 29-year-old, who has failed to hold on a regular berth under Pep Guardiola this season. Meanwhile, Barcelona have reportedly offered midfielder Alex Song to Manchester United to fund purchases in other areas.

The Cameroon star midfielder joined the Catalan club for £15 million two years ago and has been linked with Man United, Liverpool as well as Arsenal.

#3 Barcelona look to hijack Liverpool move for Lovren

Liverpool are facing competition from Barcelona for the signing of Southampton defender Dejan Lovren. The Reds were confident to completing a £15 million deal for the highly rated centre back but Barcelona are now also said to be interested, claim several reports in Spain.

Lovren, who joined Southampton in a £8.5 million move for Lyon, has submitted a formal transfer request to push in a move away from St Mary’s this summer. The 24-year-old had an excellent first season at Premier League, attracting interest from host of European clubs.

Signing a world class centre-back remains Barcelona’s top priority this transfer window. Although Liverpool are said to be in pole position to land the Croatian, they may face genuine competition with regular football also assured at Camp Nou.

#4 Real Madrid to make bid for Chelsea\'s Ramires

Real Madrid have made decision to move for Chelsea midfielder Ramires this summer. The Champions League winners’ president Florentino Perez has given green light to the club’s board to bring the Brazilian to the Spanish capital.

Real boss Carlo Ancelotti is a known admirer of the 27-year-old, who first brought him to Premier League during his time as Chelsea manager. The La Liga giants value Ramires around £25 million but the midfielder’s transfer fee wont be a concern for the mega rich Real Madrid.

Meanwhile, Paris Saint Germain have made it clear that Marco Veratti will not be sold at any cost. He was being considered as an alternative to Ramires. Chelsea will hold on for at least £30 million and they expect Real Madrid to make move after the World Cups.

#5 Arsenal plan Balotelli swoop

Arsenal are reportedly set to launchbid for AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli. The former Manchester City star is said to be available for transfer with Gunners favorite to bring the Italianto Premier League.

Arsenal have earned5.6 million from Cesc Fabregas move from Barcelona to Chelsea. While, Arsene Wenger has been handed a100 million kitty to challenge for the title next season and is looking to sign at least one world class striker.

Balotelli will cost around25 million for any interested suiter, with the controversial striker also attracting interest from French outfit Monaco.The Gunners, meanwhile,have also linked with Bayerns Mario Mandzukic and Real Madrids Karim Benzema.