Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Friday, August 28.
Friday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Inter Milan 'willing to use Lautaro Martinez in N'Golo Kante swap deal'
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Inter Milan are reportedly willing to use in-demand forward Lautaro Martinez in a swap deal which would see N'Golo Kante arrive at San Siro from Chelsea.
Former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is understood to have identified a reunion with Kante as one of his top transfer targets this summer as the Milan outfit look to end the Serie A title monopoly of Juventus next season.
The Blues have not categorically ruled out the possibility of cashing in on the France international amid a summer of significant expenditure, but they would demand a hefty fee before considering selling.
Inter are aware that they are unlikely to be able to afford whatever that asking price may be, and Gazzetta dello Sport reports that they have earmarked three players who could be included as part of a deal to reduce the cash outlay.
Martinez, who has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona, is the most valuable of those being considering by Inter Milan, while Milan Skriniar and Marcelo Brozovic are thought to be the other options.
Inter Milan have also made the trio available for transfer to other clubs in order to raise funds to sign Kante, who was taken to Stamford Bridge by Conte in 2016.
Chelsea 'putting finishing touches to Kai Havertz deal'
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Chelsea have reportedly progressed to an advanced stage in discussions to sign Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Kai Havertz.
While the Blues have been linked with the Germany international for a number of months, the two clubs have struggled to reach a compromise over a fee.
However, with that hurdle having been overcome, The Guardian suggests that the Premier League giants are not far away from formally announcing the transfer.
The 21-year-old is already said to have agreed personal terms with the West Londoners, penning a contract which will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2025.
Over the past 48 hours, Chelsea have announced the additions of Ben Chilwell and Malang Sarr, while Thiago Silva is also expected to arrive on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly complete a £15m deal to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers full-back Matt Doherty, paving the way for Serge Aurier to leave the club. Read more.
Marc Jurado, 16, and Alvaro Fernandez, 17, are joining from Barcelona and Real Madrid respectively. Read more.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly among the clubs interested in signing £22.4m-rated left-back Sergio Reguilon from Real Madrid this summer. Read more.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta reveals that Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos is keen to return to the Emirates Stadium ahead of the new season. Read more.
Manchester City 'ready to offer Barca three players plus £90m for Lionel Messi'
Manchester City reportedly prepare to offer Barcelona three players plus £90m for club captain Lionel Messi, who is seeking a move elsewhere. Read more.
Chelsea lining up £22m bid for Rennes goalkeeper Edouard Mendy?
Chelsea reportedly make contact with Rennes over a £22m deal for goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, but the Ligue 1 outfit are holding out for a fee of £45m. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'will report to Barcelona training on Monday'
Lionel Messi reportedly intends to turn up for Barcelona training on Monday, despite requesting a transfer away from the Spanish giants. Read more.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hopeful of completing Gabriel Magalhaes deal
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is hopeful that the Gunners will soon wrap up a deal for Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes. Read more.
Barcelona chief Josep Maria Bartomeu 'promises to resign if Lionel Messi stays'
Josep Maria Bartomeu is reportedly willing to resign as Barcelona president if Lionel Messi promises to remain at Camp Nou. Read more.
Lionel Messi deal 'would cost Manchester City £500m'
Any deal to take Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi to Manchester City would reportedly cost the Premier League club more than half a billion pounds. Read more.
Wayne Rooney: 'Lionel Messi could win Ballon d'Or at Manchester United'
The 34-year-old would welcome "the best player of all time" to England. Read more.
Chelsea sign Malang Sarr on five-year deal
Chelsea snap up former Nice defender Malang Sarr on a five-year deal for their second defensive signing in the last two days. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'wants Neymar to join him at Manchester City'
Lionel Messi wants former Barcelona teammate Neymar to join him at Manchester City, according to a report. Read more.
Ronaldo urges Barcelona to keep hold of Lionel Messi
Former forward Ronaldo urges Barcelona and Lionel Messi to prolong their "strong relationship", despite the Argentine handing in a transfer request. Read more.
Neymar 'asks Paris Saint-Germain to sign Lionel Messi'
Neymar allegedly asks Paris Saint-Germain to make an approach for want-away Barcelona forward Lionel Messi. Read more.
Leeds United lining up £27m bid for Lazio defender Luiz Felipe?
Newly-promoted Leeds United are reportedly lining up a £27m bid for Lazio defender Luiz Felipe, but may have to break their transfer record again to seal the deal. Read more.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hints new Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deal is close
Mikel Arteta suggests that it is only a matter of time before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signs a new contract at Arsenal. Read more.
Manchester United 'still want Jadon Sancho despite Lionel Messi availability'
Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho remains Manchester United's first-choice target despite the availability of Barcelona's Lionel Messi, according to a report. Read more.
Liverpool 'have no plans to offer Georginio Wijnaldum new deal'
Liverpool reportedly have no plans to hand a new contract to Georginio Wijnaldum, whose current deal expires at the end of the upcoming season. Read more.
Five new signings to keep an eye on in the Premier League this season
The 2020/21 top-flight campaign gets under way on September 12. Read more.
Dani Ceballos 'asks Real Madrid for Real Betis return'
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos reportedly wants to rejoin former club Real Betis despite speculation linking him with a further spell at Arsenal. Read more.
Barcelona legend Rivaldo urges Lionel Messi to join Manchester City
Barcelona legend Rivaldo claims that Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is ideally suited to get the best out of Lionel Messi during the rest of his career. Read more.
Lionel Messi set to break silence after Barcelona transfer request?
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi will break his silence in the next few days after handing in a transfer request, according to a report. Read more.
Mikel Arteta: 'All players will start season with a clean slate'
Matteo Guendouzi and Mesut Ozil were out of favour at the end of last term. Read more.
Barcelona 'lining up Sadio Mane as Lionel Messi replacement'
Barcelona could target Liverpool attacker Sadio Mane as a replacement for Lionel Messi, according to a report. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur 'reject AC Milan bid for Serge Aurier'
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly reject an approach from AC Milan for defender Serge Aurier, despite the likelihood of signing Wolves right-back Matt Doherty. Read more.
Manchester City 'confident of signing Kalidou Koulibaly'
Manchester City are confident of signing Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Juventus make Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin top target?
Juventus are reportedly ready to prioritise an approach for Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin over the coming weeks. Read more.
Manchester United 'still in contact with Aston Villa over Jack Grealish'
Manchester United reportedly remain in contact with Aston Villa regarding a potential deal for playmaker Jack Grealish. Read more.
Bayern Munich rule out Lionel Messi move due to cost of deal
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge rules Bayern Munich out of the race to sign Lionel Messi from Barcelona. Read more.
Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci 'turns down Manchester City move'
Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci reportedly turns down the chance to join Manchester City as he wants to work under former teammate Andrea Pirlo. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur given chance to sign Atletico Madrid's Diego Costa?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly provided with the opportunity to sign former Chelsea forward Diego Costa, who has been made available by Atletico Madrid. Read more.
Roberto leaves West Ham for Real Valladolid
The 34-year-old made 10 appearances for the Hammers. Read more.
Crystal Palace sign Eberechi Eze from Queens Park Rangers
England Under-21 forward Eberechi Eze fired 14 goals in 46 QPR appearances last term. Read more.
Leeds sign teenage forward Sam Greenwood from Arsenal
The 18-year-old forward, who has represented England at youth level, has signed a three-year contract at Elland Road. Read more.
