Football Transfer round-up (14 June): Arsenal targets Kai Havertz; Chelsea rejects £40m Mount bid

Looking at the key transfer news for the day

A big day for Real Madrid as they complete the signing of top English talent, Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund. Along with this news, plenty of other transfer news and rumours also came up. The biggest rumour is Arsenal's interest in Kai Havertz.

The Athletic reports that the Gunners have a strong interest in signing the German international. Real Madrid also had their eyes on the 24-year-old but they believe that the asking price is too high. According to the Mail, Havertz is open to moving to North London.

Let's look at some of the major transfer talks for the day.

Manchester United's Mount bid gets rejected

Manchester United have shown a high interest in Chelsea's Mason Mount. The Red Devils want to add the Englishman to their squad and strengthen their chances of getting hands on a major silverware. Matt Law from the Daily Telegraph informed that Chelsea have rejected a £40m bid made by United. It looks like the Red Devils will have to spend more money to get his services.

Gravenberch unsure about his future at Bayern in 2023-24

In an interview with De Telegraaf, Ryan Gravenberch informed that he wants to play more at Bayern Munich, otherwise, the Dutchman will be looking to spend time elsewhere.

The 21-year-old said, "I want to play more, preferably at Bayern. Otherwise, at a club where I'll 100% play, That's my plan'. He also added, "I don't want to have another year like the one I've just had —I'll speak to the coach in the next weeks then we will see".

A lot of clubs will be monitoring Gravenberch's situation and might end up landing him on a loan spell.

Chelsea joins Leipzig, Milan, and other clubs to sign Nicolas Jackson

Villareal's 21-year-old Senegalese striker, Nicolas Jackson has become a hot prospect after a successful season with the Spanish side. The striker scored 12 goals in 26 LaLiga games and showed his potential.

According to Nizaar Kinsella (Standard Sport), Chelsea are tracking the youngster.

Nicolo Barella to St. James' Park?

Inter Milan's Nicolo Barella is being chased by a few clubs. The Telegraph reported that Newcastle United are close to signing the Italian for a reported £50m fee. This came as a surprise as there were no rumours of this transfer before.

French clubs interested in Edouard Mendy

Chelsea have set their eyes on Andre Onana from Inter Milan. To create an opening, they have decided to offload one goalkeeper and Edouard Mendy looks to the player on his way out. Mendy changed his agent two months ago and French clubs have shown their interest in signing him.

Emile Smith Rowe offered more game time at other Premier League clubs

Brighton are offering Emile Smith Rowe first-team football according to the Daily Mail. However, Arsenal have no intention to sell him. Aston Villa and West Ham are also interested in the Englishman.

Atletico Madrid show interest in Adrien Rabiot

The Frenchman will be a free agent in the summer and lots of clubs would be eyeing his services. According to Daily Mail, Atletico Madrid have also joined the race to sign him on a free transfer. Manchester United have been keen to bring him to Old Trafford since last year.

Real Madrid rejects Liverpool's bid for Federico Valverde

It has been reported by Spanish outlet El Nacional that Madrid have rejected a £ 51 million for their star midfielder. Liverpool wants to add new names to their midfield. Alexis Mac Allister was their first recruitment of the summer. According to reports, Real Madrid wants £ 68.4 million and £ 17.1 million as add-ons.