HERE’S YOUR DAILY dose of transfer gossip as the madness of the summer transfer window begins and who better to guide us through the latest wheelin’ and dealin’s than ‘Arry himself.
Just don’t use the words wheelin’ or dealin’, alright?
Premier League return: Weeks after leaving Man United, Radamel Falcao is set to announce he’s joining Chelsea, according to Marca. The Colombian striker has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge as the champions look to bolster their attacking options.
Cech mate: Petr Cech will be allowed choose his next club with Arsenal his preferred destination. Jose Mourinho has said ‘out of respect’ for his 11 years of service to the Blues, the goalkeeper is free to move where he likes.
Done deal: Michael Essien has joined Greek side Panathinaikos on a two-year contract from AC Milan.
Double whammy: Man United’s audacious €150 million for Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale and Raphael Varane has been turned down, according to reports in Spain. The La Liga club insist neither player is for sale.
No Real interest: David Moyes’ Real Sociedad have hinted that they’re no longer in the running to sign Burnley’s Danny Ings this summer. The striker has been the subject of interest from various clubs, including Liverpool.
Snub: The Manchester Evening News say City are to miss out on Juventus’ Paul Pogba as the midfielder holds out for a move to Barcelona instead.
Irish eye: According to our old friend, Sky Sources, Derby are interested in bringing Republic of Ireland international Alex Pearce to the iPro Stadium from Reading.
Russian roulette: Liverpool are thought to be tracking the progress of Russian international Denis Cheryshev and could be willing to spend up to €20 million on the winger.
Free agent: Tottenham say they’re not interested in bringing Marseille’s Andrew Ayew to White Hart Lane, even though the Ghana international’s contract expires this summer.
What’s the latest you’ve heard?
