May 2nd 

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The January transfer window is now little more than a dot in the rearview mirror and as such European football has got back to the business of winning games and challenging for as much silverware and success as possible between now and the end of the season. However, as all football fans know, the rumour mill never truly sleeps and while the summer transfer window may be many months away, there are still plenty of top stories to dig into in the meantime.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals this summer. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories – you can access the full rumour mill below.

Today’s biggest transfer stories

Chelsea striker João Pedro has emerged as Barcelona’s top target to replace Robert Lewandowski this summer. The Brazil international has struck 14 goals and assisted eight in the Premier League this season. The 24-year-old has a market value of €75 million, but Chelsea are reluctant to sell and would likely to demand a fee significantly above that.

Anthony Gordon’s representatives have reportedly been in contact with Bayern Munich for ‘months’, with a summer transfer being explored by the Bundesliga giants. Vincent Kompany is a fan of the Newcastle winger, who has bagged 10 goals in the Champions League this season.

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero could prove to be an alternative signing for Barcelona this summer if the Blaugrana are unable to convince Inter Milan to sell Alessandro Bastoni. Romero is one of Spurs’ top earners and is expected to depart if the club are relegated from the Premier League.