Arsenal confident about signing Zubimendi

Per The Athletic's David Ornstein, Arsenal are confident that they can beat Real Madrid in the transfer race to sign Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in the summer. The journalist said: 'They’ll be adding to the midfield with the arrival of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. Arsenal are acting internally as if that is a done deal."

Partey in talks over shock new Arsenal contract

The Athletic reports that 31-year-old Thomas Partey is in talks with Arsenal over extending his contract beyond this summer. The report adds that it long seemed as though Partey would leave Arsenal at the end of the season but his resurgence has left head coach Mikel Arteta and the club keen to extend his stay at the Emirates.

Aston Villa and Como eye move for De Bruyne

Per Sky Sports, Aston Villa have held international discussions over signing Manchester City legend Kevin De Bruyne in the summer. The Belgian midfielder has already announced that he will exit Etihad Stadium after a decade. The Villans, however, will face competition from Cesc Fabregas-managed Serie A side Como.

Al-Nassr eye move for West Ham's Kudus

Per The Guardian, West Ham could be forced to sell star player Mohammed Kudus to boost their own transfer budget. The Ghanaian winger reportedly has a release clause in his deal, which will be active for a brief period in the summer. As such, the Premier League side could consider cashing in on the 24-year-old amid strong interest from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr.

Chelsea's latest stance on Mainoo & Garnacho transfers revealed

Chelsea have been interested in Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho since enquiring about the pair in the January transfer window. According to the Daily Mail, the Blues will once again chase the Manchester United duo if the players are available in the transfer market this summer.

The report adds that the cash-strapped Red Devils might be forced to sell their homegrown players to earn pure profit, which will again help them make fresh signings without disrupting the Profit and Sustainability Rules.

Muller reportedly rejects offer from FC Cincinnati

Thomas Muller has reportedly turned down an approach from MLS side FC Cincinnati to sign him as a free agent this summer. The 35-year-old announced that he is leaving Bayern Munich at the end of the season, with a 25-year stay at the club coming to a close.

The Eastern Conference side own his MLS rights - a mechanism that enables Cincy the right to negotiate with him before any other team. BILD first reported the talks between the two parties, while GIVEMESPORT announced that Muller turned down the offer on Wednesday.

Madrid face double disadvantage in Huijsen transfer pursuit

The Guardian reports that Real Madrid have doubts over whether they can afford Dean Huijsen, who has a £50 million ($63m) release clause at Bournemouth. Moreover, Chelsea are said to have a good relationship with the Spain international's representatives and want to secure a deal before the Club World Cup starts in mid-June. That could spell doom for Carlo Ancelotti's side.

Man City's McAtee eyed by Nottingham Forest

Per the Telegraph, Nottingham Forest are suitors for James McAtee this summer, as are Bayer Leverkusen, as both sides are aware of interest in their respective No.10s from the Etihad Stadium. Morgan Gibbs-White and Florian Wirtz are both on the radar of the soon-to-be-deposed Premier League champions. If either were to move, either Leverkusen or Forest could look to replace them with McAtee.

Man Utd eyeing double swoop for Atalanta duo

Per TuttoAtalanta, Manchester United sent scouts to watch Atalanta against AC Milan, with the focus being both Ederson and Mateo Retegui. The club are said to have initiated contact with the entourages of both players, as Ruben Amorim aims to rebuild his squad in his own image in the summer window.

Chelsea ready plans for 'insane' transfer window

Per The Sun, Chelsea have started planning for an 'insane' summer transfer window as they look to add one more goalkeeper to their roster. Manager Maresca reportedly is keen on bringing in Mads Hermansen from Leicester City, a custodian with whom he has worked in the past.

But before they raid the goalkeeper's market, the club will have to decide on the future of their current first-choice custodian, Robert Sanchez and his deputy Filip Jorgensen. They will also need to take calls on Djordje Petrovic and Kepa Arrizabalaga, who are out on loan this season.