Rumours: Chelsea have lined up Barcelona's Coutinho as Hazard's replacement should the Belgian leave for Real Madrid

Coutinho has endured a difficult first full-season at Barcelona. Credit: PA

Chelsea are considering Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho as a replacement for star forward Eden Hazard who is expected to join Real Madrid. (Calciomercato)

Man United midfielder Paul Pogba's salary demands could prove a stumbling block in the France international's move to Real Madrid. (AS)

Liverpool and Arsenal are ready to launch bids for Borussia Monchengladbach's Thorgan Hazard. (Star)

Liverpool have contacted Lille about signing Ivory Coast forward Nicolas Pepe. (Le10 Sport, via Mirror)

Newcastle's Spanish striker Ayoze Perez has hinted at a summer departure. (Mirror)

Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez's future at the club remains in doubt despite the promise of £100m to spend on transfers. (Star)

Nice president Gauthier Ganaye has said his side could move for Chelsea's France international striker Olivier Giroud. (Goal.com)