Real Madrid transfer news: Mane too expensive, Sancho boost, Hakimi latest

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Real Madrid eye possible reinforcements.

Florentino Perez oversaw a significant overhaul of his squad during the summer before focusing more on youth in January. As is always the case with Madrid, though, some of the biggest names in football continue to be linked.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news of possible comings and goings at the Bernabeu.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Real Madrid 'cannot afford to sign Sadio Mane'
Real Madrid will be unable to afford Liverpool attacker Sadio Mane during this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Real Madrid planning Sadio Mane move?
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane wants to sign Liverpool attacker Sadio Mane, according to a report. Read more.

Jadon Sancho turns down lucrative new Borussia Dortmund deal?
A report claims that Borussia Dortmund have failed in their attempt to tie Jadon Sancho down to a new long-term contract. Read more.

Report: Arsenal decide against permanent Dani Ceballos deal
On-loan Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos will not stay on at Arsenal beyond the end of this season, according to a report. Read more.

Achraf Hakimi rejected Manchester United offer to join Inter Milan?
A report claims that Manchester United were knocked back in their pursuit to sign Achraf Hakimi, who is set to join Inter Milan from Real Madrid this week. Read more.

Manchester United 'will not pay more than £50m for Jadon Sancho'
Manchester United have reportedly all but ruled themselves out of the race to sign Jadon Sancho as they are only prepared to pay £50m for the Borussia Dortmund ace. Read more.