Transfer Latest: Real Madrid to make Alisson bid

Theeagle takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumors from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond

Madrid to make Alisson bid

Real Madrid are ready to make an offer to sign Roma goalkeeper Alisson, according to RMC Sport.

Alisson has been linked with the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United after an impressive season with Roma, while talks have yet to take place over a new contract .

However, after previously targeting the likes of Thibaut Courtois and David de Gea, Madrid intend to bid for Alisson after holding talks with the Brazilian’s entourage.

PSG make push for Sessegnon

Paris Saint-Germain are making a big effort to sign teenage Fulham star Ryan Sessegnon, according to the Daily Mirror.

The 17-year-old is a long-term target of Tottenham and Manchester United, but the Ligue 1 champions could bid up to £50 million ($68m) for the left-sided player.

Sessegnon’s future could be dependent on whether Fulham reach the Premier League next season, with the Cottagers currently in the Championship play-offs.

Arsenal managerial race down to five

Arsenal have established a five-man shortlist for their managerial role, according to the Daily Mail.

The list includes Mikel Arteta and Patrick Vieira, as well as more established names Massimilano Allegri, Joachim Low and Luis Enrique.

The report states that the idea of appointing a younger, less proven manager is gaining steam in the Gunners front office, giving a boost to Arteta and Vieira.

Rooney tells Everton he wants to join D.C. United

Wayne Rooney has told Everton he wants to leave the club and join MLS side D.C. United, reports the Daily Mail.

Theegle understands the 32-year-old has held discussions with D.C. United, who are hoping to make a big-name acquisition as they move into a new stadium in July.

Rooney’s second spell with the Toffees could end after just one season, with a £12.5 million ($17m) deal nearing completion.

Sane won’t rush into Man City talks

Manchester City winger Leroy Sane is happy to wait until after the World Cup before starting talks over a new contract, claims The Sun.

The Premier League champions are keen to reward the Germany international with a bumper pay hike and extend a deal which is currently due to expire in 2021.

But, just like City team-mate Gabriel Jesus, the PFA Young Player of the Year is in no rush to sit down and discuss a deal.

Liverpool lead Leite chase

Liverpool are hoping to beat Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester City to the signing of Porto teenager Diogo Leite, reportsThe Guardian.

Arsenal are reportedly willing to match Leite’s €15 million (£13.1m/$17.7m) release clause, but face missing out on the 19-year-old.

The centre-back has been watched by Liverpool and he is currently most likely to link up with the Champions League finalists before heading out on loan next season.

Barca want 2019 De Jong deal

Barcelona want to line up a deal to sign Ajax midfielder Frenkie de Jong in the summer of 2019, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Plans are already well underway for 2018 summer reinforcements, with Antoine Griezmann the primary target and a deal agreed for Gremio midfielder Arthur Melo.

Reinvigorating an ageing midfield is also a longer-term priority for Barca and they want to put themselves in a position to sign the highly-rated De Jong.

Lewandowski will stay – Rummenigge

Bayern Munich chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge is adamant Robert Lewandowski will be staying at the club, amid rumours of a possible move to Real Madrid.

Lewandowski has emerged as a reported target for Madrid, with Karim Benzema enduring a difficult season in front of goal in La Liga.

But Rummenigge is calm about the situation, certain the striker will be pulling on a Bayern jersey again next season.