The transfer window is well and truly open.
With the 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 white 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.
YERRY MINA – BARCELONA TO BORUSSIA DORTMUND
Everton and Lyon are interested in signing the star Barcelona defender, reports L’Equipe.
Why it will happen: Barcelona may need to free up a non-EU roster slot to incorporate the incoming Arthur Melo from Gremio, and could be forced to sell the Colombian international, given Paulinho and Philippe Coutinho are essential members of the squad.
Why it won’t happen: The 23-year-old only joined the Catalan side in January on a five-year deal and the club don’t want to sell him.
Prediction: The former Palmeiras man definitely won’t want to leave but the decision may be out of his hands, but with Coutinho hoping to secure a Portuguese passport, Barcelona will do everything they can to keep hold of the defender.
Rating – 3/10
XHERDAN SHAQIRI – STOKE CITY TO MAN UNITED
Manchester United are to raise the tempo in their pursuit of Swiss winger, the Sun reports.
Why it will happen: Shaqiri’s £12million (Dh58.2m) price tag has made him an appealing prospect for Mourinho. And with Anthony Martial looking to leave Old Trafford, the 26-year-old could be signed as a back-up option to Alexis Sanchez and Jesse Lingard.
Why it won’t happen: The former Bayern Munich hitman is unlikely to sign for a club where his game time would be limited.
Prediction: Shaqiri has made it clear that he wants to leave the relegated club this summer but the decision on which club it will be is still uncertain.
Rating – 5/10
STEVEN N’ZONZI – SEVILLA TO ARSENAL
Why it will happen: With Jack Wilshere set to depart on a free transfer and Aaron Ramsey’s future being the subject of intense transfer speculation, N’Zonzi is tipped to be a mainstay in the Premier League club’s midfield next term.
Why it won’t happen: The Gunners may opt against paying the £35million (Dh170m) buy-out clause inserted into the Frenchman’ contract extension signed earlier this year.
Prediction: The 29-year-old is said to be keen for a new challenge and will discuss his future after the conclusion of the World Cup in Russia.
Rating – 6/10