April 18th 

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The January transfer window is now little more than a distant memory in European football and as such clubs across the continent are already making plans for the summer window. Teams are working tirelessly behind the scenes on identifying targets and figuring out their budgets.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals. A plethora of players will become available in the summer where clubs famously have more money to spend and aren’t as restricted by financial fair play rules. The rumour mill is beginning to pick up pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories. 

Today’s biggest transfer stories 

Manchester United and Liverpool are amongst several European giants chasing Rayan Cherki’s signature this summer. The French attacker has excelled for Lyon this season but he’s expected to leave for around €30m. Cherki starred against Man United in the Europa League, scoring in both legs to showcase his incredible ability. 

Chelsea explored the possibility of signing Virgil van Dijk thiis summer, according to the Daily Mail. Van Dijk’s contract was set to expire this summer but the Liverpool penned a new contract on Thursday to commit his future to the Anfield club until 2027.

Aston Villa are reportedly interested in bringing Jack Grealish back to the Midlands this summer. The England international has struggled for regular minutes at Manchester City this season and could depart with Tottenham also keen.