Football Transfer Rumours - Jul-04-2013

Real Madrid are set to increase their interest in Arsenal target Asier Illarramendi of Real Sociedad

Roma have joined Juventus and Napoli in pursuit of Manchester United winger Nani, according to a report in Italy.

Lille forward Salomon Kalou is a target for West Brom.

Galatasary say they are in talks with Chelsea over John Obi Mikel, but need to sell first to ensure they are within the limits placed on the number of overseas players

Arsenal are being linked with a move for Luis Suarez after a flurry of bets about a transfer taking place were made in Spain

Aston Villa have moved for £7.5million-rated Nuremberg and Japan midfielder Hiroshi Kiyotake.

Fiorentina are close to signing German international Mario Gomez, 27, from Bayern Munich. The Italian club are currently offering £10m for the striker, although the Bavarians are reportedly holding out for £15m.

Manchester City want to sign Sevilla and Spain striker Alvaro Negredo, 27. The deal could cost up to £28m.

Chelsea are considering whether to make an improved offer for goalkeeper John Ruddy, 26, after Norwich turned down a £5m bid earlier this week.

Arsenal and Manchester City could compete to sign forward Stevan Jovetic after Fiorentina hinted they were open to selling the 23-year-old for the right price.

Premier League newcomers Crystal Palace are waiting to find out whether new Manchester United manager David Moyes is willing to let Wilfried Zaha return to Selhurst Park on loan. Fulham and West Ham are also keen on the England international, 20.

Chelsea are planning a £10m bid for Roma's Italy international Daniele De Rossi, 29, as Jose Mourinho looks to strengthen the Blues' midfield.