World Football Transfer Rumours: 20 Hottest Names in the Gossip Pages Right Now

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Look no further.

Inside, we'll showcase the 20 hottest names in the gossip pages at present, as well as the teams rumoured to be weighing up a move.

Some stories are a little more documented than others, but there's sure to be some shocks in store somewhere along the line.

Eden Hazard

Finally, it seems that the transfer saga of Eden Hazard has come to an end.

Earlier this week, the Belgian playmaker announced via Twitter that he is signing for Chelsea FC, but neither Chelsea nor Lille have confirmed the deal.

Manchester City and Manchester United were also in the running for the player, who is believed to have been signed for £32 million by Chelsea, according to the Daily Mail.

Robin Van Persie

It appears that Robin van Persie's wife has now weighed in (via Soccernet) on his contractual situation with Arsenal, following recent input from his mother.

Van Persie is out of contract next summer. He has been the subject of interest from a host of top European clubs, according to the Daily Mirror, including Premier League champions Manchester City.

Hulk

Following the potential signing of Eden Hazard, Chelsea are close to landing Brazilian forward Hulk from FC Porto in a £40 million deal, according to the Telegraph.

Hulk has scored 52 goals in 96 league appearances for Porto since 2008. 

Alberto Aquilani

With no current Liverpool manager to persuade him to stay at the Merseyside club, Alberto Aquilani could end his Premier League nightmare by signing for AC Milan.

After the Italian spent the 2011/12 season on loan at the San Siro, the two clubs are believed to be negotiating a price. According to talkSport, Liverpool are understood to be looking for £7 million in exchange.

Branislav Ivanovic

Chelsea seem to be busy in the transfer market at present, with defender Branislav Ivanovic believed to be the subject of an enquiry from Spanish champions Real Madrid.

Chelsea want £23 million for the Serbia international, according to the Daily Mail, while Real Madrid value him closer to £15 million.

Didier Drogba

Having confirmed his departure from Chelsea FC, Didier Drogba could see the next stage of his career take him to Spain.

Former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is believed to be interested in signing Drogba for Real Madrid on a two-year-deal, according to the Daily Mail.

Vincent Kompany

With Carles Puyol advancing in age, Vincent Kompany has been identified as the player to replace him at Barcelona.

The Spanish Cup winners are reported to have offered wages in the region of £160,000 a week, but Kompany is happy to stay at Manchester City, according to the Daily Star.

Nigel De Jong

Manchester City misfit Nigel De Jong could find himself playing for Arsenal next season, if you believe what you read on Caughtoffside.com.

Last season, the Dutch international didn't start half as many games as he did during the previous campaign, meaning guaranteed football elsewhere may appeal.

Thiago Silva

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini could look to strengthen his defence by signing AC Milan player Thiago Silva, according to talkSport.

Silva is believed to be open to the move if Milan wish to sell him, but there is also reported interest from Paris Saint Germain and Barcelona.

Silva is a Brazilian international.

Carlos Tevez

AC Milan's reported interest in Carlos Tevez (via Metro) could help in negotiations to bring Thiago Silva to the Etihad Stadium.

Tevez was the subject of a bid from the Italian side in January, but a fee was never agreed. That being said, Milan could readdress the situation over the summer.

The current deal proposed could be dependant on the club also selling Swedish international Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Leandro Damiao

Tottenham Hotspur have had a £14 million offer for Brazilian forward Leandro Damiao rejected by Internacional, according to Metro.

The parent club of the 22-year-old are requesting a figure of £20 million for the exciting striker.

Alessandro Del Piero

Alessandro Del Piero has called time on his career with Juventus, but has stated that he wishes to continue playing football, according to talkSport.

After making it clear that he would not sign for another Serie A club, Del Piero has caught the interest of Arsenal, Queens Park Rangers and Tottenham Hotspur.

Nicklas Bendtner

Nicklas Bendtner could be set to put an end to his Arsenal career after admitting that he has spoken to a number of clubs regarding a potential move, according to talkSport.

Bendtner spent last season on loan at Sunderland but failed to make much of an impact.

Theo Walcott

Theo Walcott may have also kicked his last ball for the Gunners as Arsene Wenger faces losing another important player.

Walcott—like Robin van Persie—has just over a year left on his contract, which means the club faces losing him for nothing if the player doesn't sign a fresh agreement.

Chelsea are monitoring the situation, according to the London Evening Standard.

Edin Dzeko

After falling slightly short in the Champions League final against Chelsea, Bayern Munich could look to strengthen their attack by signing Manchester City's Edin Dzeko.

With the Premier League champions already in possession of such talent as Sergio Aguero, Carlos Tevez and Mario Balotelli, Dzeko has struggled to hold down a regular starting position.

Bayern could offer £20 million, according to the Daily Mail.

Rafael Van Der Vaart

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rafael van der Vaart could also find himself playing football in the Bundesliga next season, with Schalke prepared to offer £10 million, according to the Daily Mail.

The move would be beneficial for Van Der Vaart's wife, who already works in Germany, and the Dutchman has previously cut a frustrating figure when substituted early on in games for Spurs.

Van Der Vaart will be featuring for Holland in the upcoming European Championships.

Shinji Kagawa

Manchester United look as though they may have finally struck a deal with Borussia Dortmund to sign Japanese international Shinji Kagawa.

The deal—reported to be €15 million, which could rise to €22 million—would be United's first major signing of the summer. Meanwhile, the club has dismissed suggestions that Kagawa is being signed just to sell shirts, according to ESPN.

Papiss Cisse

After signing for Newcastle United for £10 million in January 2012, Papiss Cisse has been a goalscoring machine, notching 13 goals in 14 games for the Geordies.

It now appears that Manchester City and Manchester United have taken note of the Senegalese striker's potency in front of goal, and are interested in acquiring his services, according to the Daily Mail.

Adam Johnson

Adam Johnson may seek a move away from Premier League champions Manchester City this summer after being snubbed by England manager Roy Hodgson, according to The Sun.

The pacy winger started just 10 league games this term, which could see Sunderland, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur test the waters for the wide man.

Johnson cost Manchester City just £7 million from Middlesbrough in 2010.

Wesley Sneijder

Finally, Manchester City could be set to irk neighbours Manchester United by signing Inter Milan midfielder Wesley Sneijder in a £30 million deal, according to the Daily Mail.

United were known to have been chasing the Dutch international, but were put off by his huge wage demands, which is something that is unlikely to phase City.

Sneijder is 27 years old.

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