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European Paper Talk: Paris Saint-Germain reportedly meet Alexis Sanchez's agent

Alexis Sanchez celebrates scoring Arsenal's second goal against Burnley at the Emirates Stadium

What's making headlines across Europe? We take a look at the major transfer stories on the continent…

Although no business can be conducted outside the summer window, many clubs have already drawn up shopping wishlists.

Football Whispers have picked out today's top rumours from the European papers…

France

Paris Saint-Germain have made signing Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez their main priority this summer.

PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi has reportedly met with Sanchez's agent, with reports claiming the Chile international has decided to leave the Gunners in the summer. (L'Equipe)

Marco Verratti is considering his future at PSG after the club were knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona.

The 24-year-old is one of the most wanted players in European football, having enjoyed five stellar seasons with the Ligue 1 club.

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He is eager to leave the French capital unless PSG show serious ambition in the summer transfer market. (Le Parisien)

Marco Verratti in action during the Group A, Champions League, Group A match between Paris Saint-Germain Football Club and Basel
Image: Marco Verratti has impressed since joining Paris Saint-Germain

Italy

Real Madrid have stepped up efforts to sign Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea.

The 26-year-old stopper has been United's Player of the Year in the last three seasons and came close to joining Madrid in 2015, only for the deal to collapse dramatically on deadline day. (Calciomercato)

NAPLES, ITALY - APRIL 05: Dries Mertens of SSC Napoli celebrates after scoring goal 2-2 during the TIM Cup match between SSC Napoli and Juventus FC at Stad
Image: Dries Mertens is reportedly a target for Manchester United

Napoli hope to fend off Manchester United's interest in Dries Mertens by agreeing a new contract with the forward.

The Belgium international is contracted until 2019 but his outstanding form this season has seen him heavily linked with a move away.

However, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has already met with the player's representatives and agreed to meet his wage demands. (Il Mattino)

Juventus are sweating over the fitness of Paulo Dybala, who was forced off with an injury during the Bianconeri's 2-0 win over Pescara on Saturday.

Dybala is now a doubt to face Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-final second-leg on Wednesday, having starred in the Serie A side's first-leg triumph. (TuttoSport)

Manchester City winger Jesus Navas is a target for Roma. The former Sevilla man will be a free agent in the summer and is ready to accept Roma's offer of a three-year deal.

The Serie A side face competition from Sevilla but are confident of landing the 31-year-old. (Corriere dello Sport)

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Nice striker Mario Balotelli has taken aim at former AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi.

The former Rossoneri striker claimed Adriano Galliani wanted Balotelli to remain at the San Siro during his time there, while hinting that Berlusconi had other ideas.

"Adriano Galliani wanted me there, but Berlusconi on the other hand… no comment." (Corriere dello Sport)

Spain

Barcelona have confirmed they are interested in re-signing Gerard Deulofeu, who has impressed on loan at AC Milan from Everton.

Barca sporting director Robert Fernandez has said the club is considering the winger as an option for the summer.

They have until the end of June to activate a buy-back clause for the 23-year-old, which would cost around £10m. (Sport)

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Highlights of Real Madrid's 3-2 win against Sporting Gijon in La Liga

Real Madrid star Isco has confirmed his intention to stay at the club.

The Spanish playmaker played a key part in Madrid's win over Sporting Gijon on Saturday, scoring a beautiful individual goal, and was quick to play down speculation linking him with a move away. (Sport)

Fifa is prepared to reduce Barcelona forward Lionel Messi's international ban from four games to two.

Messi was suspended for verbally abusing the referee during Argentina's World Cup qualifier against Chile. (Marca)

Germany

Bayern Munich manager Carlo Ancelotti is determined to land Verratti this summer.

The Italian tactician worked with the midfielder at PSG and has made securing his services a priority as he looks for a replacement for Xabi Alonso. (Bild)

Bayern Munich's Spanish midfielder Xabi Alonso plays the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match of Werder Bremen vs FC Bayern Muni
Image: Xabi Alonso is set to retire at the end of the season

Portugal

Benfica are prepared to sell Eduardo Salvio this summer. They are determined to recoup around £20m for the 26-year-old as they look to fund their own summer recruitment. (Diario de Noticias)

Belgium

Eden Hazard has urged Michy Batshuayi to stay at Chelsea and fight for his place but admits he may have to move on if things don't improve.

Batshuayi has struggled to make an impact in Antonio Conte's first-team this season and Hazard has conceded his Belgian compatriot may require a change of scenery to bounce back. (DH)

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