Transfers and rumors on June 23: R. Sterling's future and Xavi's request © JumpStory

During the offseason, clubs make every effort to further strengthen their squads ahead of the upcoming season. The portal "EuroFootball.com" will review the most interesting rumors and news.

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"Marseille" is not interested in "Barcelona" goalkeeper Miralem Pjanic, and the negotiations between the clubs are not taking place (F. Romano).

OFFICIAL: K. P. Boateng has extended his contract with Berlin's "Hertha" until the middle of next year.

"Derby" talent Malcolm Ebiowei will not join "Man Utd" but will join hands with the "Crystal Palace" club (F. Romano).

"Benfica" is buying "River Plate" goalkeeper Enzo Fernandez for 18 million euros, with whom they will sign a five-year contract (F. Romano).

"Nice" is considering borrowing "Chelsea" goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga ("Foot Mercato").

"Barcelona" coach Xavi is begging the leaders to try to keep forward Ousmane Dembele on the team ("Goal").

Brazilian forwards Richarlison and Raphinha are the main targets for "Tottenham" ("Evening Standard").

"Juventus" defender Adrien Rabiot, valued at 15 million pounds sterling, wants to move to the "Premier League," but "Chelsea" has not yet made an official offer ("The Telegraph").

Free agent P. Dybala could move to "La Liga" competitions - he is being considered by the Madrid "Real" and "Atletico" teams. However, they should first get rid of unnecessary forwards ("Tuttosport").

O. Dembele may change his mind and extend his contract with "Barcelona" (AS).

"West Ham" and "Man Utd" are interested in "Southampton" defender James Ward-Prowse, valued at up to 75 million pounds sterling ("GiveMeSport").

"Real" will try to include Dani Ceballos and Nacho Rodriguez in a deal for Milan's "Inter" defender Nico Barella (CMW).

"Ajax" forward S Haller underwent a medical examination at Borussia Dortmund ("Ruhr Nachrichten").

Free agent Ortega Moreno is preparing to join "Man City," where he would become Ederson's backup ("Kicker").

Free agent Axel Witsel is soon expected to sign a one-year contract with Madrid's "Atletico" (F. Romano).

"Liverpool" is not interested in "Chelsea" forward Christian Pulisic ("CBS Sports").

Forward Raheem Sterling will decide on his future with "Man City" before the preseason match tour ("Manchester Evening News").