The summer transfer window for all international deals is open.

With the transfer rumours growing in pace and volume during this ‘silly season’, it can be difficult and painstaking to separate the stories of some legitimacy from the rest of the noise.

Fortunately, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to do it for you.

Below, you’ll find some of the latest transfer news churned out of the Rumour Mill broken down and analysed for your benefit along with our calculated predictions.

DALEY BLIND – MANCHESTER UNITED TO AJAX

Is Blind’s stint at Old Trafford set to come to an end?

Ajax have moved to re-sign their former star who is deemed surplus to requirements at Manchester United.

According to De Telegraaf, the Dutch side want to capture the 28-year-old’s signature this summer and bring him ‘home’.

Why it will happen: Blind grew up in Amsterdam and would guarantee his chances of first-team football at the Johan Cruijff Arena.

Why it won’t happen: It is thought the versatile defender and midfielder would have to take a huge pay cut to link-up again with his former team.

Prediction: So long as the financial elements of the deal suit both player and the Red Devils, expect this transfer to go through.

Rating: 8/10

GIANLUIGI BUFFON – FREE AGENT TO PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN

Legend of the game: Gigi Buffon.

The Juventus and Italy legend is closing in on a free transfer move to Paris Saint-Germain within the coming days, L’Equipe reports.

Why it will happen: The 40-year-old is unattached since leaving Juventus last May after a glittering 17 years and a move to PSG gives him the chance to continue to ply his trade at the highest level.

Why it won’t happen: Buffon could potentially only come in as a back-up, with new boss Thomas Tuchel not being able to guarantee regular first-team football.

Prediction: This deal certainly has legs but it remains to be seen whether all parties can come to an arrangement.

Rating: 7/10

 

ADRIEN RABOT – PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN TO MAN CITY

Rabiot withdrew from the France World Cup squad after being named as a standby.

A quartet of European football’s top clubs are chasing the Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, according to Paris United.

Manchester City, Manchester United, Juventus and Barcelona are all interested in the 23-year-old, who will be trying to impress new PSG boss Thomas Tuchel during pre-season.

Why it will happen: The dynamic midfielder is thought to be on a lookout for a new challenge and is concerned about the competition for places at the Parc des Princes.

Why it won’t happen: The Sky Blues are thought to be among the frontrunners to sign him, but they to have a large squad while there are of course other clubs interested in his signature.

Prediction: With his contract running up, the French giants might feel it’s best to cash in on him instead of him leaving for next to nothing.

Rating: 6/10