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Transfer Talk Daily Update: Alexandre Lacazette, Michael Carrick, Lukas Podolski

Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.

Friday morning's headlines:

Arsenal 'want Alexandre Lacazette to replace Alexis Sanchez'
A report claims that Arsenal will look to lure Lyon ace Alexandre Lacazette to the Premier League in the summer, but could face competition from rivals Liverpool. Read more.

Norwich City lead race for Arsenal youngster Nathan Tella?
A report claims that Norwich City lead the race for young Arsenal midfielder Nathan Tella, although Championship rivals Reading could also make an approach. Read more.

Lukas Podolski confirms move to Japanese football
Lukas Podolski is to join Vissel Kobe in the summer following two years with Turkish giants Galatasaray, the forward has announced in an Instagram post. Read more.

Paulo Dybala puts Juventus contract talks on hold
Juventus ace Paulo Dybala is unable to put pen to paper on a new contract with the Italian giants due to his agent flying back to Argentina for the birth of his son. Read more.

Michael Carrick not ruling out move to Chinese Super League
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick refuses to rule out the possibility of a move to the Chinese Super League despite saying that he wants to retire at the top. Read more.

Michail Antonio set for West Ham United contract extension?
West Ham United are reportedly preparing a contract extension for top scorer Michail Antonio which would double his wages at the club. Read more.

Manchester United 'hold talks with Gianluigi Donnarumma agent'
Manchester United reportedly meet with Mino Raiola to discuss the possibility of signing 18-year-old goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from AC Milan. Read more.

Fabio Cannavaro admits interest in signing Romelu Lukaku
Tianjin Quanjian manager Fabio Cannavaro reveals that he is interested in signing Romelu Lukaku from Everton, should he be able to tempt him away from the Premier League. Read more.

Hugo Lloris 'still a summer transfer target for Real Madrid'
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is reportedly back on Real Madrid's radar and could be the subject of a bid in the summer. Read more.

Report: Wayne Rooney considering return to boyhood club Everton
A report claims that Everton had a loan bid for Wayne Rooney knocked back in January, but the Manchester United striker will consider a permanent move in the summer. Read more.

Sergio Aguero: 'Manchester City have not spoken to me about future'
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero says that the club have not yet spoken to him about his future. Read more.

Everton 'considering move for Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford'
Everton are reportedly considering a move for Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Read more.

Liverpool to swoop for RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita?
Liverpool are reportedly considering a summer move for RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita. Read more.

West Ham United boss Slaven Bilic responds to Andy Carroll transfer speculation
West Ham United boss Slaven Bilic insists that the club had no intention of selling Andy Carroll to a Chinese Super League club. Read more.

Los Angeles Galaxy 'favourites for John Terry'
Chelsea captain John Terry is reportedly in line for a move to MLS side LA Galaxy this summer. Read more.

Ibrahim Afellay pens new two-year contract at Stoke City
Ibrahim Afellay signs a new two-year contract at Stoke City. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur 'to move for Luke Shaw'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing a bid for Manchester United's out-of-favour left-back Luke Shaw this summer. Read more.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'wants two-year Manchester United deal'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is reportedly keen to sign a new two-year deal to remain with Manchester United. Read more.

Manchester United interested in Harry Kane?
Manchester United will reportedly attempt to sign Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane this summer if they fail to land Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid. Read more.

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