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Alessandro Bastoni pushes for a Barcelona move, Leipzig plan huge clause for Diomande, while Guerreiro, Locatelli, Götze, and Sancho shape a busy transfer market day.
It was another active day on the transfer market, with several key stories developing across Europe, led once again by Alessandro Bastoni and growing links to Barcelona.
Bastoni is facing increasing pressure in Italy. The Inter defender angered fans after an unsportsmanlike gesture against Juventus and further damaged his reputation following a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
These incidents have strengthened his desire to leave, with the defender now pushing for a move and hoping Inter can reach an agreement with Barcelona.
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig are determined to protect rising talent Yan Diomande.
The winger from the Ivory Coast has attracted strong interest from Liverpool, but Leipzig want to extend his contract and include a €100 million release clause, valid from summer 2027.
Raphael Guerreiro is also on the move after leaving Bayern Munich.
The Portuguese defender is choosing between two major options, Benfica and Juventus, both keen to secure his signature.
In England, Tottenham are planning changes under new coach Roberto De Zerbi.
Reports suggest that Manuel Locatelli has emerged as a top target, with the Juventus midfielder identified as a key reinforcement.
At Eintracht Frankfurt, Mario Götze has signed a contract extension until 2028.
This comes despite a difficult season, with the former Germany international failing to score in 26 appearances and recently being left out of the squad by Albert Riera.
Finally, Borussia Dortmund are considering a familiar move.
According to Bild, the club is exploring a third signing of Jadon Sancho, who will become a free agent in June after a disappointing spell with Manchester United and limited impact on loan at Aston Villa.