Gossip Column: Boateng, Gnabry, Mascherano, Bailey, Wilshere, Lemar, Joao Mario, Alex Sandro, Arp

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Wednesday, 13th December 2017

Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng might consider a move away from the club he has played for since 2011, saying that “moving has always been” in the back of his mind. Injuries have limited Boateng’s presence this season, but the Germany international is considered one of the best CBs in the world when fit.
ESPN

One Bayern player might leave, but other might return to the club next summer. The club’s CEO, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, has confirmed Serge Gnabry will return to Die Roten once his current season-long deal at Hoffenheim expires this summer.
TZ

Javier Mascherano has been linked with a move away from FC Barcelona, and the Chinese Super League might be his new destination since Hebei China Fortune are reportedly interested in the Argentina international.
ESPN

Chelsea have made a £22 million offer for Bayer Leverkusen‘s winger Leon Bailey, but the Bundesliga side is reportedly not interested in selling the 20-year-old winger.
Daily Mail

West Ham United are reportedly open to make a move for Jack Wilshere, as the talented playmaker is out of favour at Arsenal and wants a new chance to re-launch his career ahead of the 2018 World Cup.
ESPN

Chelsea are set to rival Arsenal on their pursuit of Thomas Lemar, as both Premier League giants are keen to make a splash on the Monaco winger next summer.
L’Equipe

Manchester United have been looking for a new playmaker, and Joao Mario has lost his starting place at Inter Milan. These two could be a match made in heaven, and recent reports have indicated there’s a decent chance of a move here.
ESPN

Manchester United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich are all keen to make a move for Alex Sandro, as the Brazilian left-back is reportedly “eager” to leave Juventus.
The Sun

Tottenham and Everton have joined the race to sign Hamburg starlet Jann-Fiets Arp, as the forward is considered to be one of the top prospects in Europe. Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City are also considering an offer for the 17-year-old.
Mirror