Rumours: Liverpool are chasing the signature of legendary Juventus keeper Gigi Buffon in a surprise move for the Italian

It was thought Buffon would be retiring from football after 17 years at Juventus. Credit: PA

Liverpool will attempt to convince Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, who has left Juventus after 17 years, to sign for the Reds but may face competition from Premier League champions Manchester City. (Sun)

Manchester City coach and former Gunner, Mikel Arteta is closing in on becoming the successor to Arsene Wenger at Emirates Stadium. (Telegraph)

Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez has demanded a £100m war chest to spend on players, full control over transfers and a £6m-per-year contract to stay with the Magpies. (Express)

Manchester United have earmarked Monaco's Djibril Sidibe as the man to solve their problem full-back position and will begin discussions immediately (Le 10 Sport - in French)

United are on the cusp of finalising a 50m euro deal with Juventus for their star Brazilian left-back Alex Sandro, (La Stampa via Football Italia)

Arsenal could look to sell in-form midfielder Aaron Ramsey, if the Welshman does not sign a new contract this summer. (Sun)

Chelsea have categorically ruled out allowing on-loan Belgium striker Michy Batshuayi to join Borussia Dortmund on a permanent deal but are in the process of encouraging the German side to sign Alvaro Morata. (Mirror)