Top 5 Transfer Rumours of the Day: April 17

#1 Fernando Torres and Diego Costa could head in opposite directions

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has claimed that he is keen to bring struggling Chelsea striker Fernando Torres back to the Spanish capital.

"He (Fernando Torres) is very happy with everything that is happening to this team, he is always present, wishing us luck. Of course he would love to come back to the club he grew up in and where he was very happy", said Simeone.

The Spanish international started his career at Atletico Madrid before joining Liverpool in 2007.

Meanwhile, the Spanish giants' manager also insisted that he will support his star player Diego Costa to move to Chelsea if the striker demands a switch this summer.

"I will support any decision he makes. It's natural that Chelsea are interested in him. We understand that Chelsea have huge financial power, and if he wants to live off football for the rest of his life, I will have no problem in him going."

#2 Marco Reus wants Manchester United move

Highly rated Borussia Dortmund attacking midfielderMarco Reus could be heading to Old Trafford this summeras the star's former team-mate Mario Gotze claims that the 24-year-old wanted to join Manchester United last summer.

"When I was at Borussia, Marco wanted a move to Manchester United," said Gotze. "This hasn't changed."

Reus, who has scored 19 league goals in 35 appearances so far this season, is believed to be Red Devils' top target for next season.

Man United will have to cash in around30 million to land the German International.

#3 Arsenal target Real Madrid duo

Arsenal are reportedly considering a bid for Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro. The Brazilian joined Los Blancos last summer for £5 million and has since impressed Gunners' boss Arsene Wenger despite having limited opportunities.

Signing a striker and a midfielder remains Wenger's priority this summer transfer market and with Casemiro struggling to gain regular football at Real Madrid, Arsenal and Inter Milan seem to have entered race to sign the midfielder.

While, Casemiro's team-mate Alvaro Morata has been a long term target for the North London club. The young Spanish striker came close to sign for Arsenal this Jaunuary, but the deal failed to materialize.

Arsene Wenger is expected to make an another bid for Morata this summer in a quest to end Arsenal's attacking problems.

#4 Manchester United close in on Luke Shaw

Manchester United are believed to be closing in on the signing of Southampton left back Luke Shaw. The England International is also chased by Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester City.

Red Devils' boss David Moyes hopes to replace the departing Patrice Evra with the young star Luke Shaw as the Scot aims to overhaul his squad this summer.

Manchester United are facing serious competition with Shaw's boyhood club Chelsea, but the 18-year-old is said to have agreed to move to Old Trafford with regular football assured.

The Red Devils are prepared to offer Southampton £30 million for the talented full back and the player will earn over £80,000 per week if the deal goes through.

#5 Arsenal eye Mario Mandzukic move

Arsenal have given up the hopes of signing Atletico Madrid star Diego Costa as the Brazilian born striker is set to join Chelsea for £50 this summer.

While, the Gunners have now turned their attention to Bayern Munich striker Mario Mandzukic. The Croatian's future is in serious doubt as Dortmund's Robert Lewandowski prepares to arrive at Bayern next season.

Bayern boss Pep Guardiola is not keen to sell the 27-year-old, but a transfer fee in excess of £20 million may tempt the German champions to cash in.

The Arsenal target has scored 24 goals so far this season.