Transfer rumours 15/02: Bale to leave Madrid, Iniesta open to Barca return
By Amreen
The January transfer window is done and dusted.
Looking forward, some big names could be on the move in the summer, and we're here to keep you posted on the latest transfer rumours as we build up to what is going to be upcoming months full of speculation.
With that, here are the top transfer rumours of the day.
Bale to leave Madrid
Gareth Bale is set to leave Real Madrid at the end of the current season.
Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti said: "Bale has had injuries, then his contract ends - he may not have had a good motivation but he wants to finish here as he deserves. It’s important for Bale to finish his career well here”.
Iniesta open to Barca return
Andres Iniesta has revealed that he is open to a return to Barcelona, admitting he still calls the club his "home".
“I would love to return to Barcelona," he told Gerard Romeo on Twitch. "I would like to help the institution. There are many variables involved and it is difficult to know what will happen in the future. Barca is my home and I couldn’t be anywhere better than there. Today I like to think a lot about playing. That’s what fascinates me the most today."
Chelsea eyeing Soyuncu swoop
Chelsea are reportedly eyeing a swoop for Leicester City defender Caglar Soyuncu, according to Fichajes.
Andreas Christensen, Antonio Rudiger, and Cesar Azpilicueta could all be leaving Stamford Bridge at the end of the current season, and the Blues are eager to bring in reinforcements in the summer.