Breaking transfer news: Thursday, June 18; Barcelona, Manchester City, Samuel Eto'o, Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs, Aston Villa, Liverpool and AC Milan
WHAT today's papers are saying . . .
Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o is edging closer to a Manchester City move with wage demands of 192,000 a week, after tax, being weighed up by the Premier League club.
Full story: Daily Mail
The chase for Franck Ribery has found the green light again following the latest words by Bayern Munich president Franz Beckenbauer.
With Manchester United, Chelsea and Barcelona waiting in the wings, chairman of the German club Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said a few days ago the French midfielder would not be sold, but Beckenbauer has revealed: "If he really wants to leave, we will deal with the issue."
Full story: Daily Star
Man United are considering a move for Arsenal striker Robin van Persie who is yet to sign a new contract.
With one year remaining on his current deal, the Dutch star is desperate to win more silverware and said money was not everything.
Full story: The Sun
Birmingham boss Alex McLeish has confirmed he made an enquiry about taking on former Ranger captain Barry Ferguson. (Daily Record)
Javier Mascherano's future at Liverpool hangs in the balance with news the midfielder's agent has held talks with Barcelona.
Full story: The Sun
Man United and Arsenal target Lyon forward Karim Benzema looks set to stay with the French club for at least another year after committing his immediate future to the French outfit before going on holiday. (Daily Express)
Tottenham have been talking to Real Madrid about a proposal to subsidise Arjen Robben's wages in return for the Dutch winger moving to White Hart Lane.
Full story: The Independent
Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker is being used as bait with manager Martin O'Neill eyeing up Tottenham's Tom Huddlestone.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Sporting Lisbon are set to make a second offer for Man City's Felipe Caicedo after Mark Hughes' club rejected their initial bid of 5m for the striker. (Daily Mirror)
Meanwhile, Man City have denied Brazilian superstar Robinho will join Barcelona on a loan deal. Chief executive Garry Cook said: "The story is completely without foundation." (The Times)
AC Milan playmaker Andrea Pirlo fancies a move to Chelsea. The 30-year-old said: "Perhaps it's possible that I could join (Blues boss Carlo) Ancelotti. Maybe it's time for a new chapter in my career." (Daily Mirror).
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