Latest transfer news and rumors: Arteta wants Sane reunion
The transfer window may be closed, but the rumors never stop swirling. Check in every day for all the latest buzz from across the soccer world.
Top story: Arsenal target Sane
Arsenal are interested in signing German winger Leroy Sane when his Bayern Munich contract expires this summer. Sane, 29, has yet to engage in any discussions with Bayern Munich about a contract extension.
Mikel Arteta, who worked with Sane while he was an assistant coach at Manchester City, is keen on bolstering his attacking options, particularly with Raheem Sterling's loan set to expire and uncertainty around the future of Leandro Trossard. (BILD)
Other rumors
March 13
Al-Hilal move for VVD: Al-Hilal submitted an offer to Virgil van Dijk in an effort to sign the center-back as a free agent when his Liverpool deal expires. The Saudi club is willing to pay him €20 million per season. (L'Equipe)
Liverpool scouts in the Netherlands: Premier League leaders Liverpool, on the hunt for a left-sided defender, have sent scouts to watch Jorrel Hato, the versatile 19-year-old who's turning heads at Ajax. (Daily Mail)
Berta busy already: Andrea Berta, Arsenal's newly appointed director of football, wants to make an immediate splash in the summer by signing Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle and Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad. (AS)
Barca rebuff Red Devils: Barcelona have rejected a £57.8-million offer from Manchester United for midfielder Frenkie de Jong. Hansi Flick would like to keep the Dutchman at the club. (Fichajes)
Rotating Brazilians: Atalanta midfielder Ederson is atop Manchester United's wish list. But any potential deal would cost €60 million, and United must raise funds first by selling the likes of Casemiro and Antony. (Calciomercato)
Frimpong's many suitors: Manchester City, Manchester United, Barcelona, and Real Madrid are all interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong, who can operate as a wing-back or winger. (TEAMtalk)
March 12
Gyokeres prefers EPL: Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres will leave the Portuguese club this summer, and wants to play in England. Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City are in the running for the Swede. (A Bola)
Courting Kane: Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown believes the club wants to sign a high-profile striker, like Bayern Munich's Harry Kane or Sporting CP's Gyokeres, this summer. (Football Insider)
... or Vlahovic: Manchester United have been alerted to the possibility of signing Dusan Vlahovic for a cut-price fee this summer. The Juventus frontman could be available for as low as £25 million. (GiveMeSport)
Retegui draws attention: Mateo Retegui is on Arsenal and Chelsea's lists of summer transfer targets. The red-hot striker only joined Atalanta last summer for an initial fee of €22 million. (Calciomercato)
Replacing VVD: Nico Schlotterbeck could be offered an escape route from Borussia Dortmund after Liverpool identified the center-back as a potential long-term successor for 33-year-old Virgil van Dijk. (Bild)
Giants jostle for Dalot: Diogo Dalot's consistency and adaptability in an underperforming Manchester United team haven't gone unnoticed. Bayern Munich and Real Madrid could compete to sign him this summer. (TEAMtalk)
Liverpool's next left-back: Andy Robertson seems to be fading, so the Reds are prioritizing signing a left-back in the summer. Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez is Liverpool's No. 1 target and is available for around £40 million. (TEAMtalk)
March 11
Salah offers himself to Barca: Mohamed Salah's representatives have reached out to Barcelona gauge their interest in signing the Egyptian star this summer. The attacker's Liverpool contract expires in June. (Diario Sport)
Pogba free to sign: Paul Pogba can now join a new club with his doping suspension officially over. The free-agent midfielder wants to return to Europe, but MLS or Saudi Arabia is a more likely destination right now. (L'Equipe)
Man City monitor Camavinga: Manchester City are actively tracking Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who hasn't yet decided if he wants to see out his long-term contract or join another club. (Sky Sport Germany)
Chelsea's Mainoo pursuit: Chelsea are ready to get serious about trying to sign Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo. Uncertainty around Romeo Lavia's future has the Blues eyeing another midfield addition. (CaughtOffside)
Lookman open to return: Ademola Lookman is expected to leave Atalanta this summer, and the Nigerian international is warming to the idea of going back to England. Chelsea and Arsenal are monitoring the situation. (TEAMtalk)
Milan's left-back plan: With Theo Hernandez expected to leave the club in the summer, potentially for around €30 million, AC Milan are considering replacing him with Crystal Palace's Tyrick Mitchell. (TEAMtalk)
March 10
Man City watch Wharton: Crystal Palace setting a high asking price for Adam Wharton won't deter leading clubs like Manchester City from trying to make a summer move for the 21-year-old midfielder. (TBR Football)
EPL clubs track Thuram: Representatives from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool have all watched Inter Milan's Marcus Thuram this season. The trio are in the market for at least one forward each this summer. (TBR Football)
Blues want Jude's brother: Chelsea are prepared to outbid any other club attempting to sign Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham. Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen are also interested in the midfielder. (The Sun)
Leao saga: Agent Jorge Mendes is trying to find a new club for Rafael Leao. The AC Milan winger, who's linked to Barcelona and Chelsea, is set to be a regular feature in transfer gossip over the coming months. (Calciomercato)
More Huijsen admirers: Bayern Munich are keeping tabs on Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen. However, the German giants will prioritize other signings before triggering the defender's £50-million release clause. (Sky Sport Germany)
Everton must pay £40M: David Moyes is trying to reinforce his defense but may have hit a brick wall in his pursuit of Joel Ordonez. Club Brugge value the 20-year-old Ecuadorian center-back at £40 million. (Football Insider)
Bargain in South America: Neiser Villarreal, 19, could be available on a free transfer when his deal with Colombian club Millonarios expires in December. Barcelona, Porto, Newcastle, and Watford are eyeing the striker. (Diario Sport)
March 9
The word on Wirtz: Bayern Munich remain frontrunners for Florian Wirtz's signature but Manchester City are in talks with representatives of the Bayer Leverkusen playmaker. (Football Insider)
City prepared to bid big for Neves: Joao Neves is a dream summer signing for Manchester City, but it'll take a huge fee to encourage Paris Saint-Germain to let the midfielder leave. (Fichajes)
Antonee fee: Fulham will only consider offers exceeding £40 million for left-back Antonee Robinson. Liverpool and Manchester United are interested in the English-born U.S. international. (Football Insider)
Mateta tatter: Manchester United have opened talks with Crystal Palace over a possible capture of striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. United probably need to sell before bankrolling a £40-million transfer. (Daily Mirror)
The Tammy tussle: West Ham United are in talks with Tammy Abraham's camp but should face competition from other English clubs for his signature. The Roma striker is on loan at AC Milan. (Calciomercato)
Arda out if Ancelotti stays: Arda Guler's future might hinge on the coaching situation at Real Madrid. The 20-year-old, who is growing frustrated with his lack of playing time, could leave if Carlo Ancelotti stays. (DefensaCentral)
Como want 'crazy' money: Newcastle United are exploring a summer move for winger Assane Diao. However, the 19-year-old joined Como for £10 million in January and will have a hefty price tag. (Football Insider)
March 8
Mainoo likely to leave: Kobbie Mainoo intends to reject any contract offers from Manchester United and his current preference is to seek a move abroad. He's got two years left on his current deal. (The Guardian)
Arsenal shift focus: On the advice of incoming sporting director Andrea Berta, Arsenal are turning their attention to Inter captain Lautaro Martinez to bolster their options up front. (Football Insider)
Kane could come back: Bayern Munich's Kane has a £67-million release clause in his contract that can be triggered this summer. Bayern will let him leave if a Premier League club is willing to meet that amount. (The Sun)
Barca search for right-back: Barcelona are "very happy" with Jules Kounde's performances but want to sign a new right-back this summer to provide competition for the French international. (Fabrizio Romano)
David prefers England: Impending free agent Jonathan David, expected to be one of the most coveted strikers available this summer when his Lille deal expires, would like to join a Premier League club. (Caught Offside)
Reyna expected to move: Despite getting more minutes since Niko Kovac took over, Gio Reyna will likely leave Borussia Dortmund this summer. The American international is valued at around €15 million. (Sky Sport Germany)
Juve raiding Atalanta: Juventus, who signed Teun Koopmeiners from Atalanta last summer, are now considering offers for Ederson, Ademola Lookman, and Mateo Retegui. (Gazzetta dello Sport)