Transfer Talk: Goretzka, Sané, Mazraoui top Juve’s shortlist،
We still have time before the summer transfer window reopens in Europe, but there are many movements underway and gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumors, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Bayern trio top Juventus shortlist
Juventus are looking for a trio of Bayern Munich stars ahead of the summer transfer window, with Leon Goretzka, Leroy Sane And Noussair Mazraoui all identified as potential recruits, according to Corriere dello Sport.
Juve boss Maximilliano Allegri likes Goretzka and believes the 29-year-old midfielder could be a pillar in front of his defense, capable of governing the game and adding physicality. It is currently unclear whether Bayern will be willing to enter into negotiations for him, as current coach Thomas Tuchel will leave at the end of the season and the new manager will influence the reigning Bundesliga champions' decision.
Sané, for his part, would like to leave the Allianz Arena, which led to the Bianconeri keep an eye on the 28-year-old and believe a transfer could be possible provided it is affordable. The outlet pointed out that That of Federico Chiesa the future at Juve will not be a determining factor in their decision whether or not to move for Sane.
The third Rotten The star Juventus are eyeing is Moroccan international right-back Mazraoui, while a former player, Bologna Joshua Zirkzeeis also on the Italian giants' shortlist, with Bayern having the option to re-sign the striker due to a clause when he leaves Bavaria in the summer of 2022.
Additionally, it is reported that Juve are also considering advancing Lazio. Felipe Anderson – who is expected to be available as a free agent – and Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners.
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Paper gossip
– Arsenal are set to end their long-standing interest in Ivan Toney focus on signing Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP, says Football Insider. The 27-year-old Brentford striker is no longer seen as the right fit for the Gunners, who instead believe Gyokeres is what they need and are aware a release clause means they can bring in the 25-year-old for £85. million.
– Monza wants to sign Daniel Maldini definitely from AC Milan during the summer transfer window, according to Calciomercato. The 22-year-old has three goals and one assist in 13 Serie A appearances since his January loan move, which has already convinced Monza he should make the move as Milan want between €4m and €5m .
– Holstein Kiel sporting director Carsten Wehlmann confirmed to Sky Sports Deutschland that the club's captain and midfielder Philip Sander will join Borussia Mönchengladbach this summer. This happened before the 2-0 victory against SV Elversberg on Saturday, in which the 26-year-old scored.
– Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland does not rule out a return to the Premier League, according to Football Insider. The 31-year-old is happy at Rangers and delighted with his decision to move to Scotland, but believes a move to the Premier League could improve his chances of being recalled to Gareth Southgate's England side.
– Calciomercato suggested Juventus are considering Freiburg right-back Kiliann Sildillia and left-back of Atletico Madrid Reinildo Mandava. This comes as the Serie A giants are reportedly willing to listen to summer offers for Filip Kostic, Samuel Iling-Junior And Timothy Weah.
