International Transfer Round-Up

FC Barcelona are reportedly interested in a swap deal with a Serie A club for one of their strikers, Arsenal have begun their search for Arsene Wenger's replacement, and Chelsea bid R711 million for African centre back – read all the latest updates in our transfer round-up.

Barca Eye Swap Deal With Serie A Side

Barcelona are actively searching for a striker who can provide cover for Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar this season. The Spanish giants are looking at Fiorentina striker Mario Gomez as an option, and the deal could see Cristian Tello go the other way.

Arsenal Search For New Manager

According to reports in England today, Premier League giants Arsenal have begun looking for manager Arsene Wenger's future replacement. There is talk that this may be the Frenchman's last season with the Gunners this year, and some suggest that Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe is the frontrunner for the position.

Conte Wants African Defender

Antonio Conte's Chelsea have reportedly bid £38 million (R711 million) for African centre back Kalidou Koulibaly. The Napoli defender is seen as one of the Italian's main transfer targets, along with Everton's John Stones. Interestingly, the Toffees are also chasing the Senegalese's signature as they consider him to be a possibly replacement for Stones if the latter is sold.

Klopp Keen On Real Midfielder

Jurgen Klopp is eyeing Real Madrid winger Jese Rodriguez, but there has been no confirmation as to whether the two clubs have actually met. The Reds have shown interest in the Spanish star before, and after hearing that the player will be allowed leave, Klopp has asked his club to look into the matter.

Confirmed

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