April 20th 

Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal step up Julian Alvarez interest as Lewandowski to Serie A?

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The January transfer window is now little more than a dot in the rearview mirror and as such European football has got back to the business of winning games and challenging for as much silverware and success as possible between now and the end of the season. However, as all football fans know, the rumour mill never truly sleeps and while the summer transfer window may be many months away, there are still plenty of top stories to dig into in the meantime.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals this summer. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories – you can access the full rumour mill below.

Today’s biggest transfer stories

Arsenal hold a genuine interest in signing Julián Alvarez this summer. There’s been substantial speculation that the Argentina international wants to leave the Atlético Madrid this summer and the Gunner could test the Spanish giants’ resolve.

Barcelona have ramped up their interest in Marco Palestra. The 21-year-old has been excellent on loan at Cagliari this season and will return to parent club Atalanta this summer. But the Italian international is expected to leave with Barcelona rivalling clubs from the Premier League.

Robert Lewandowski’s agent is reportedly set to meet representatives from Juventus and AC Milan this week. The Poland international is out of contract this summer and there’s been no indication that he will remain at Barcelona.