Football rumours from the media

What the papers say

Michy Batshuayi could be on his way out of Chelsea – despite scoring the goal which clinched the title.

West Ham, gazumped by their London rivals for Batshuayi last summer, remain keen on the 23-year-old striker, according to the Daily Mirror.

Michy Batshuayi scored the goal which secured the Premier League title, but he has been linked with West Ham, Marseille and Monaco (David Davies/Empics)

Michy Batshuayi scored the goal which secured the Premier League title, but he has been linked with West Ham, Marseille and Monaco (David Davies/Empics)

Marseille and Monaco are also both reportedly interested in taking Batshuayi back to French football.

Staying with strikers – and the Blues have reportedly reached an agreement with Alvaro Morata.

Diario Gol claim the Spaniard’s agent has been in negotiations with several European clubs – but that the 24-year-old forward has now decided to join Chelsea, with both parties closing on an agreement.

Morata’s girlfriend has also reportedly been preparing for life in London by house-hunting for the pair.

Celtic and Brighton are fighting it out for the signature of Liverpool's utility player Lucas ( Dave Howarth/PA)

Celtic and Brighton are fighting it out for the signature of Liverpool's utility player Lucas ( Dave Howarth/PA)

Celtic face a battle with Brighton if they pursue a summer move for Liverpool utility player Lucas, report the Daily Record.

The Hoops’ former Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has been alerted to the fact that the Brazilian will be allowed to leave on a free transfer at the end of the season.

Rodgers worked with Lucas at Anfield and is aware of his current position – but the Premier League new boys are also keen on the 30-year-old.

Online/social round-up

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reportedly wants Malmo striker Pawel Cibicki (Martin Rickett/PA)

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reportedly wants Malmo striker Pawel Cibicki (Martin Rickett/PA)

@Sunsport: Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho faces a battle with Ajax as he vies to bring in Malmo forward Pawel Cibicki in the summer.

Players to watch

Dele Alli: The Tottenham midfielder says “anything can happen” as speculation persists linking him with a move away from Tottenham.

Alexis Sanchez: Paris St Germain striker Edinson Cavani says the Arsenal forward would be “welcome” at the club should the 28-year-old decide to join them this summer.

Gianluigi Donnarumma: Manchester City have joined the race for the Italian goalkeeper. The 18-year-old has just one year left on his current deal and has told pals he is heading to the Premier League, with Manchester United reportedly interested too.

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