Friday’s news and transfer rumour roundup.
Barcelona playmaker Lionel Messi, 27, is ready to listen to Chelsea or Manchester City if the Premier League clubs offer a staggering £500m package for him to quit the La Liga giants this summer – (Daily Express)
Manchester United are looking at a £35m bid for defender Mats Hummels, 26, as boss Louis van Gaal looks to take advantage of Borussia Dortmund’s perilous league position in the German Bundesliga – (Daily Mirror)
However, van Gaal may have to wait until the summer to sign both Hummels and long-time defensive target Kevin Strootman, 24, from Roma with both players reported to be happy at their current clubs – (London Evening Standard)
Liverpool are considering a move for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, 22, as boss Brendan Rodgers considers replacements for Simon Mignolet – (Daily Star)
Newcastle are expected to speak to former Lyon coach Remi Garde about becoming the club’s new head coach next week – (Daily Telegraph)