Could Wayne Rooney be set to leave United?

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Wayne Rooney could be set for a sensational summer exit from Manchester United, according to the Manchester Evening News. United have reportedly received a bid from a Chinese Super League club - a move which could earn the England captain £500,000 a week.

Another player that could be heading to the Chinese Super League is Nicklas Bendtner. The Wolfsburg striker is interesting a number of clubs in the emerging league, reports the Daily Mirror, and could earn £100,000 a week.

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German newspaper De Bild report that Manchester City will make a move for Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Granit Xhaka. The Premier League club are preparing a £39million bid for the 23-year-old.

Manchester United are in danger of missing out on Jose Mourinho, according to the Sun. The out-of-work Portuguese manager is contemplating a return to Serie A giants Inter Milan.

Mauro Icardi will be one of Mourinho's first targets if he does end up at Old Trafford. The Inter striker is gaining a lot of attention and Mourinho could be willing to splash the cash on the 22-year-old, according to the Corriere Dello Sport.

Chelsea have met with representatives of Italy coach Antonio Conte, 46, as they search for a permanent successor to the sacked Jose Mourinho.

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Manchester City will make a £39m bid for Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Granit Xhaka, 23, as they start to mould their squad to new boss Pep Guardiola's requirements.

According to the Times former Spurs striker Emmanuel Adebayor, 31, has vowed to celebrate if he scores for Crystal Palace against his former club in Sunday's FA Cup tie.