MAN United’s roadblock for Bundesliga star, a Socceroos legend and also a former Arsenal star ponder A-League moves, the chase for Neymar is stepped up, Ryan Giggs is set for a new club, another Zlatan Ibrahimovic twist, and Spurs are close to securing a Saint.

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UNITED TO BE DENIED DORTMUND RAID?

Jose Mourinho usually gets his man but he looks set to be denied in his pursuit of Armenian international and Bundesliga assist machine Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

The Daily Mail is reporting that United officials fear Dortmund will rebuff their £20 million ($38 million) bid for Mkhitaryan as the Bundesliga outfit has already lost Mats Hummels and IIkay Gundogan and don’t want to further weaken the team.

That’s despite Mkhitaryan’s agent Mino Raiola describing a potential move to Old Trafford as a “once in a lifetime” opportunity.

Mkhitaryan is off contract at the end of next season and could leave on a free transfer, but Dortmund are apparently not flustered about the possibility of missing out on the huge sum.

Borussia Dortmund's Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Source: Reuters

“We have intensely discussed the question of an early transfer and came to the conclusion that Mkhitaryan will stay next season,” Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke said.

Raiola, however, isn’t giving up without a fight.

“Such an offer to join Manchester United might only come once in a lifetime for a player and nobody can guarantee us that the door will still be open for Micki next season. Manchester are Micki’s dream club, he wants to join them by any means,” he said.

“We are still talking to Dortmund. We are trying to be reasonable. They are aware that Micki wants to leave now.”

REYES TO SYDNEY FC?

Sydney FC have publicly stated that they are committed to signing another marquee, most likely in an attacking position, but whispers that former Arsenal attacking player Jose Antonio Reyes is being talked about appear wide of the mark.

Arsenal's Jose Antonio Reyes (L) and Robert Pires in 2005. Source: AFP

Amidst reports that the Spaniard, who was part of Europa League winner Sevilla’s squad last season, was keen on a move to Australia, Fox Sports understands that the Spaniard was shopped around to the Sky Blues by parties sounding out a deal, but the 32-year-old is not a target for the A-League club. Coach Graham Arnold has been on leave in recent weeks so the club’s recruitment campaign has not hit full swing yet.

Indeed, a move within Spain seems most likely, with Espanyol CEO Ramon Robert telling SPORT in Spain they are keen to net Reyes after his departure from Sevilla.

Captain Jose Antonio Reyes (C) of Sevilla lifts the Europa League trophy. Source: Getty Images

CHASE FOR NEYMAR STEPPED UP

The Neymar rumours just won’t go away with three European giants having “launched a hunt” for the Brazilian, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid officials are apparently all close to opening negotiations with Neymar’s representatives, with the Spanish outlet reporting that “the situation with Neymar has been poisoned”.

“Harassment of these clubs, especially PSG, has taken a toll on the environment of the player, to the point that since the club has admitted that his contract renewal is rated at 50 per cent,” the Catalan publication published.

Front of Mundo Deportivo. Source: Twitter

PSG have reportedly offered the 24-year-old a salary of £39 million ($76 million) to join the club, but Barca teammate Andres Iniesta insisted Neymar, who has a release clause of 190 million Euros, will stay with the club.

“I’ll bet Neymar stays,” Iniesta told Sports Four. “I think important clubs want to have Neymar.

“I think he is happy where he is and my only wish is that he continues with us and that he plays at the same level as the previous season.”

But PSG may have the edge as Barcelona apparently can’t meet that wage figure due to financial regulations on what proportion of their budget can be spent on wages.

Barcelona's Neymar. Source: AFP

While Barca could part with Neymar, an in-demand Brazilian sensation said it would be “a dream” to join the Spanish giant.

Manchester City tabled a £16.7 million deal for Palmeiras’ Gabriel Jesus to meet the 19-year-old’s release clause, however the ‘new Neymar’ told SPORT it would be a dream to play for Luis Enrqiues side.

Gabriel Jesus. Source: AP

CHANGES IN PARIS

Laurent Blanc will likely leave PSG this week, his agent told French radio station Europe 1.

Asked directly if Blanc would leave by the end of the week, Jean-Pierre Bernes replied: “I think so.” He said: “We’re in discussions with PSG directors and it’s being done in an excellent atmosphere from both sides.

“Simply put, there are rules that need to be respected to end a contract and PSG are respecting those.”

Blanc signed a two-year contract extension in February but is set to be replaced by Spaniard Unai Emery, who led Sevilla to three straight Europa League titles, according to press rumours.

Paris Saint-Germain's Laurent Blanc. Source: AFP

GIGGS SET FOR NEW CLUB

Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs is a shock candidate for the vacant Nottingham Forest job according to The Mirror.

After 29 years, the former United player and coach is set to leave the club and turn down the opportunity to join Jose Mourinho’s backroom staff after serving two years as Louis van Gaal’s assistant manager.

A host of clubs are apparently vying for the Welshman’s signature, but it seems he won’t make public his decision until he announces his Old Trafford departure in the coming week.

Speaking of Van Gaal, the former Red Devils boss has been linked with the AC Milan job according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The Italian outlet claims the Dutchman is being considered as a permanent replacement for Sinisa Mihajlovic, who was himself sacked in April.

Louis van Gaal (R) and Ryan Giggs. Source: AFP

ANOTHER ZLATAN TWIST

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s future may not be so certain.

His manager, Mino Raiola, has revealed the 34-year-old is still yet to make up his mind despite being widely expected to join United after his PSG contract expired.

According to The Sun, Riola said: “Manchester United is a great club, with a great coach.

“But Zlatan has not yet made his choice.”

But Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne is hoping Ibrahimovic moves to the Premier League.

De Bruyne told Sky Sports News, a move to his club’s rivals would be good for the Swedish International.

“I think it’s going to be good for him obviously,” said De Bruyne.

“He’s lived already in a couple of cities, so he will take care of himself.

“He’s a great addition, good for the League.”

CONTE BRINGING IN THE AZZURI

Incoming Chelsea and current Italy boss Antonio Conte is plotting a £57 million ($112 million) double swoop for Azzuri stars Antonio Candreva and Leonardo Bonucci, according to The Sun.

The 29-year-old Candreva has apparently told Lazio he wants to move to Inter but the Blues are hoping to sign the winger for about £25 million.

Antonio Candreva (R). Source: AFP

This comes after a three-year deal for Bonucci has reportedly been accepted by the defender.

Now Chelsea will make an improved £32 million to seal the signature of the 29-year-old centre-back.

But Conte looks ready to offload out-of-form striker Loic Remy, who is a £7 million transfer target for Turkish club Fenerbahce according to The Mirror.

Italy's defender Leonardo Bonucci (C). Source: AFP

NEW LUKAKU TARGET

With a Jamie Vardy to Arsenal move looking less and less likely, the Gunners are reportedly turning their attention to Everton’s Romelu Lukaku.

Lukaku has been at the top of Chelsea’s shopping list, but TuttoMercatoWeb claim Arsenal are adding the 23-year-old to their hitlist. That means both Wenger and Conte will face competition from PSG according to the Italian website.

Arsenal have also turned their attention to Manchester United’s Daley Blind, who Mourinho is looking to offload according to The Mirror.

The Portuguese is unsure where he may fit into the United line-up, which has alerted Wenger who is hoping to fill holes in his backline that costed Arsenal the EPL title last season.

FOX REJECTION

After Leicester’s reported £25 million proposal for Troy Deeney was rejected by Watford, the Foxes are ready to offered a staggering £30 million for the Hornets captain according to the Telegraph.

Deeney has demanded talks after Watford rejected two bids from the EPL champions and insisted he was not for sale. But the Foxes are apparently set to make a third offer in their pursuit of the 27-year-old.

Watford's Troy Deeney (R). Source: AFP

Meanwhile, Burnley have rejected a £10m bid from Leicester for defender Michael Keane, according to Sky sources.

Keane played a key role at centre-back for Burnley as they won the Championship title last season.

Leicester are keen to add the 23-year-old to bolster their defence as they bid to retain their Premier League title and embark on their first Champions League campaign.

SPURS CLOSE TO SECURING SAINT

Victor Wanyama has undergone a medical at Tottenham ahead of a move from Southampton.

It is understood Wanyama flew in from his native Kenya on Sunday ready for the exam and to finalise personal terms on a four-year deal.

Sky sources reported on Saturday that Spurs and the Saints were close to agreeing a deal for the midfielder to be reunited with manager Mauricio Pochettino.

And the clubs have since settled on a fee of £11m for Wanyama to move to White Hart Lane.

Victor Wanyama. Source: AFP

DONE DEALS

Former Bournemouth captain Tommy Elpick became Aston Villa manager Roberto di Matteo’s first signing, the relegated Premier League side announced.

The 28-year-old defender -- who skippered ‘The Cherries’ to promotion to the Championship and then their historic elevation to the Premier League in the 2014/15 campaign -- cut short his honeymoon to return for a medical prior to signing a three-year contract with Villa.

The transfer fee was not revealed.

Everton have completed the signing Oldham goalkeeper Chris Renshaw. The 18-year-old joins Ronaldo Koeman’s side on a 3-year contract.

BITES

- Liverpool’s hopes of signing Gonzalo Higuain have been dashed with Napoli reportedly wanting to keep him for five more years, reported The Sun. But the club could trigger a reported £10.5 million release clause to sign Newcastle winger Andros Townsend, according to The Mirror. Swansea are also looking to move for unsettled Red Danny Ings according to The Sun.

- West Bromwich have renewed their long-held interest in winger Matt Phillips with a fresh £4m bid according to the Birmingham Mail.

- Sunderland are considering an ambitious move for former Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko, according to Newcastle Chronicle.

- Radio Marca reported that Fernando Torres has agreed a new one-year deal with Athletico Madrid.