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Sunday’s transfer rumors – Three-way battle for Antoine Griezmann

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Latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.

Three-way transfer battle for Griezmann

Premier League trio of Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly keen to sign Griezmann.

The Frenchman finds his future at Barcelona uncertain after Lionel Messi made a u-turn to remain at the club. Barca boss Ronald Koeman had already a promise to take over Messi’s position at the club but all of that is off the cards now.

The Premier League sides will now keep an eye on Griezmann and are ready to pounce once and if he becomes fully available on the market. (Mail)

Real Madrid still want to sell Bale

Shipping off Gareth Bale remains a tough task for Los Blancos but the La Liga champions remain optimistic about their chances. The Welshman has become disillusioned with life at the club. Regardless, he intends seeing out the length of his contract at the club.

Real Madrid are trying to part ways with the player but his wages have proved a stumbling block so far for all suitors. Los Blancos will continue to explore other strategies that can help them sell the Welshman. (Sport – in Spanish)

Thiago dismisses Bayern exit talks.

Despite strong reports linking him with a move to Liverpool, Thiago Alcantara has openly said he has not considered leaving Bayern Munich. The midfielder claims reports of his exit are all rumors and propaganda from the media.

His statements pretty much contrast with that of Bayern chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge who said the player wanted a new challenge elsewhere. (Manchester Evening News)

Liverpool set Wijnaldum asking price

The Reds will look to get at least £15m from sales should Wijnaldum leave the club this summer. Barcelona are strongly interested in the player. The Catalan giants were hoping to sign him for around £10m.

The Dutchman is in his final year of his contract and Liverpool are happy to sell. However, they will only entertain offers starting from £15m to let Wijnaldum leave.  (Mirror)

Pogba still wants Juventus return

Paul Pogba still wants a return to Juventus and it appears to be why he has stalled contract extension talks with Manchester United. The Frenchman enters the final year of his contract with the Red Devils and is now considering letting it run it’s course. Pogba would then hope to return to Juventus on a free-transfer. (Tuttosport)

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