April 30th 

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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

Barcelona have identified João Pedro as a potential striker target in the summer, according to reports in Spain. The 24-year-old has enjoyed an excellent first season at Chelsea and the Blues are very unlikely to sell him with his contract running until 2033.

Manchester United are considering a move for Rafael Leão, according to reports in Italy. It’s understood that AC Milan will consider selling the Portuguese international this summer and United are reportedly keen. Gazzetta dello Sport have suggested that the Old Trafford club could offer Marcus Rashford, Manuel Ugarte or Joshua Zirkzee as part of a swap deal.

Manchester United are desperate to keep Bruno Fernandes this summer but the captain reportedly wants assurances over their transfer plans. Fernandes wants to compete for the biggest trophies in the final years of his career and he has a €65m release clause in his contract.