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Transfer news live: Manchester United frustrated in striker search, plus latest gossip, rumours and done deals

All the latest news, rumours and gossip from around the Premier League and the rest of Europe

Ben Burrows,Jack Austin

Wednesday 07 June 2017 07:17 BST

Mourinho would also like to add Torino striker Belotti — Mourinho would also like to add Torino striker Belotti (Getty)

Liverpool are making the early waves in the transfer market this week as they look to tie up club-record deals for both Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk.

Manchester City have already signed two players with Benfica goalkeeper Ederson and Monaco playmaker Bernardo Silva both joining Pep Guardiola’s side.

One player who won’t be moving, however, is Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann, who opted against joining Manchester United.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

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Liverpool summer transfer targets

Naby Keita

A difficult signing to pull off, but one that Liverpool are interested in making. Keita's dynamic performances in the centre of RB Leipzig's midfield have caught Klopp's eye, but also the attention of Bayern Munich, who are also monitoring the player.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

Timo Werner

Werner scored 21 goals in the Bundesliga last season as his goals fired RB Leipzig to second place and a first-ever Champions League qualification. The German club are keen to keep him but money talks and Liverpool are desperate for an out-and-out goalscorer.

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Liverpool summer transfer targets

Dusan Tadic

The Southampton attacker is out of favour on the south coast and desperate for a way out of the club. Liverpool are interested in him to provide competition and back-up to the likes of Philippe Coutinho and Adam Lallana with the added strain of European football.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

Andrew Robertson

Given Hull's relegation to the Championship, Robertson is one of the players in the shop window. Left-backs are at the forefront of Klopp's transfer activity and Robertson will come fairly cheap.

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Liverpool summer transfer targets

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

Somewhat surprising reports have arisen over recent weeks that Chamberlain will be a Liverpool player next season. A disappointing season for Arsenal has left their squad in disarray, and it is thought that the 23 year-old midfielder is seeking a new challenge. The player’s versatility across midfield positions is an appealing to Klopp, who will need added squad depth. Arsenal will not be keen to sell to a rival, but if the rumours are to be believed, Chamberlain has his heart set on the Merseyside club and a £35 million transfer could well be on the cards.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

Douglas Costa

The 26 year old Brazilian winger has gained plaudits for his performances at the German champions, yet the player stated earlier in the season that he is ‘not that happy’, presumably at missing out to Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben regularly. He would cost upwards of £25 million and have plenty of suitors, meaning Liverpool are simply one of many clubs he could choose from, although he did recently ‘like’ a tweet from a Liverpool fan about the possibility of him joining the club. There is also a chance that Costa is happy in Munich but is seeking an improved deal, which would come as no real surprise.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

Ryan Sessegnon

Sessegnon is a long-term option at left-back for Liverpool with the 17-year-old lighting up the Championship with Fulham. With only Alberto Moreno, who is expected to leave, and James Milner available in that position, Klopp wants to bring in at least two. He faces competition from Manchester United and Tottenham though.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

The most speculative target on the list is Gabon forward Aubameyang, who became a household name under Jurgen Klopp at Dortmund. Constant questions over his future are expected to culminate in a move this summer, and while his former boss will no doubt be interested, European giants Real Madrid are circling and thought to be his preferred destination. While the versatile Roberto Firmino has had a good season deployed as Liverpool’s first choice striker and Divock Origi a promising talent, they still lack a world class centre forward like Aubameyang. Dortmund CEO Hanz-Joachim Watzke stated earlier this year that the striker, who has three years to run on his contract, would only leave ‘for an outrageous fee’.

Liverpool summer transfer targets

Jonas Hector

A player Klopp will know well, the 26 year-old is thought to be a serious option with the manager unconvinced by Alberto Moreno. James Milner has deputised brilliantly this season but an out-and-out left back is a priority for the summer. Hector has earned 27 caps for Germany since 2014 and is known for his excellent positional understanding and for putting in accurate crosses. It is thought he would cost in excess of £20 million, which could be well worth it for a good player approaching his prime years.

That leaves Jose Mourinho still searching for a high-profile signing – but will it be Gareth Bale?

Arsene Wenger is also keen to get on with transfer business after settling his Arsenal future for another two years and has promised to spend money in order to turn the Gunners into title contenders. A world-record bid for Kylian Mbappe has been rumoured, but Real Madrid, United and Manchester City are all lurking.

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Hello and welcome to The Independent's transfer live blog where we will keep you up to date with all the latest news, rumours and gossip doing the rounds today.

Here are some of the top transfer lines from around the country this morning:

Arsenal hope that £50m will be enough to convince Lyon to part with Alexandre Lacazette and will offer him £200,000-a-week to join. (Sun)

John Terry has held talks with Eddie Howe over a £100,000-a-week move to Bournemouth. (Sun)

Chelsea are considering a move for Leonardo Bonucci, who they missed out on last summer, after Southampton’s Virgil van Dijk decided to join Liverpool. (London Evening Standard)

Sevilla want to sign Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi. (Don Balon)

Liverpool are willing to meet the £52m asking price for Real Madrid’s playmaker James Rodriguez. (Don Balon)

Mario Balotelli will be a Borussia Dortmund player next season, according to his agent Mino Raiola. (Goal)

Jack Austin7 June 2017 07:33

Mbappe Latest

After Eden Hazard's injury, meaning he will miss the start of next season, Real Madrid have turned their attention to the Royal Rumble for Kylian Mbappe's signature.

More here:

Real Madrid up their pursuit of Kylian Mbappe after cooling interest in Chelsea's Eden Hazard

Jack Austin7 June 2017 07:50

Arsenal news

So Arsenal completed their first signing of the summer yesterday, but how will they line up if they complete the rest of their targets?

How will Arsenal line up next season?

Jack Austin7 June 2017 08:10

DONE DEAL!

It's not a big one necessarily but start as you mean to go on, I suppose. Curtis Davies swaps Hull for Derby County.

Jack Austin7 June 2017 08:26

Lukaku latest

Romelu Lukaku has seemingly made up his mind about a return to Chelsea, turning down Manchester United and Bayern Munich in the process.

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Romelu Lukaku will snub United and move back to Chelsea instead

Jack Austin7 June 2017 08:30

Van Dijk to Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk's move to Anfield hit a speed-bump yesterday as Southampton reported the Reds for an 'illegal approach'.

Southampton to report Liverpool to the Premier League over Van Dijk

Jack Austin7 June 2017 08:50

Bellerin to Barcelona?

That's what seems to be happening given the right-back's latest comments hinting at a move, given that his family has just moved back to Spain. But Barca have other targets too.

Barcelona confident of £45m Hector Bellerin deal as defender hints at Arsenal exit

Jack Austin7 June 2017 09:10

Arsenal exodus?

First those comments from Bellerin and now these from Olivier Giroud. Arsenal could be spending more time selling this summer than buying at this rate...

Giroud warns Arsenal he 'won't settle' for such limited playing time

Jack Austin7 June 2017 09:30

Liverpool setback

Jurgen Klopp received a double transfer blow in his attempts to sign two RB Leipzig players this summer.

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Liverpool receive double setback as Jurgen Klopp targets seven new signings

Jack Austin7 June 2017 09:50

Manchester United news

Jose Mourinho refused to talk about a move for Victor Lindelof out of respect for Benfica but the Swede did talk about a transfer. And it wasn't what United wanted to hear...

Victor Lindelof addresses speculation over summer transfer to Manchester United

Jack Austin7 June 2017 10:10

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