Premier League transfer news: Paul Pogba, Marcos Alonso, Toby Alderweireld
Man Utd star Pogba has his heart set on a move to Barcelona

Premier League transfer news and rumours
Paul Pogba: Manchester United to Barcelona
Even though Manchester United don’t want to sell and Barcelona have ruled out a summer bid, Paul Pogba “has his heart set” on a move to the Camp Nou.
The Daily Mail reports that the French World Cup winner wants to leave United even if his “fractured relationship with manager Jose Mourinho can be mended”.
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However, Pogba’s relationship with Mourinho has “hit a new low”, says The Sun, and it’s claimed that the United boss has told the midfielder to ask for a transfer if he wants to leave Old Trafford.
Marcos Alonso: Chelsea to Real Madrid
After losing 4-2 against rivals Atletico Madrid in last night’s Uefa Super Cup, Real Madrid boss Julen Lopetegui is looking to strengthen his defence. On his target list is Chelsea’s Marcos Alonso. (Daily Star)
Toby Alderweireld: Tottenham to Bayern Munich
Spurs defender Toby Alderweireld is being lined-up by Bayern Munich as a replacement for Jerome Boateng, who is linked with PSG. (Daily Mirror)
Henri Saivet: Newcastle to Bursaspor
Newcastle’s Senegal midfielder Henri Saivet will sign for Turkish side Bursaspor on a season-long loan deal today. (Sky Sports)
Georges-Kevin N’Koudou: Tottenham to Mainz
Spurs will allow winger Georges-Kevin N’Koudou to sign for Mainz on loan and the clubs are also discussing the option of a permanent deal. (Sky Sports)
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