Monday’s transfer rumour roundup.
QPR manager Harry Redknapp is poised to move for midfielder Frank Lampard and defender Rio Ferdinand, also 35, as he prepares for a return to the Premier League. Ferdinand was released by Manchester United at the end of the season, while Lampard is out of contract at Chelsea – Daily Mirror
Chelsea have made an enquiry for Paris St-Germain striker Ezequiel Lavezzi. It is understood the Argentine, 29, is keen to play in a more competitive league outside France – Daily Mail
Blackpool have given up in the wrangle over Tom Ince’s transfer fee, with the midfielder now poised to join Inter Milan. By moving abroad, the Seasiders will receive much less compensation for the 22-year-old – Guardian
West Ham have agreed a three-year deal with Argentine forward Mauro Zarate, 27, who has had spells in Europe with Birmingham City in 2008 and more recently with Italian giants Lazio and Inter Milan – Daily Star
Turkish side Besiktas are keen on Chelsea striker Demba Ba, 29, after cooling interest in unsettled Blues forward Samuel Eto’o – Daily Mail