Transfer Talk Daily Update: Shola Ameobi, Ryan Williams, Danny Ward

Shola Ameobi of Nigeria reacts during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Group F match between Nigeria and Bosnia-Herzegovina at Arena Pantanal on June 21, 2014
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

The season is over and while the transfer window doesn't technically open until July 1, clubs across the UK and Europe are free to get deals in place ahead of next season.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Shola Ameobi signs new Notts County deal
Former Newcastle United striker Shola Ameobi signs a new contract to keep him at Notts County heading into the 2017-18 season. Read more.

Rotherham United sign Ryan Williams after Barnsley release
Recently-relegated Rotherham United sign Ryan Williams on a two-year deal following his release from Barnsley. Read more.

Cardiff City 'agree to sign Danny Ward from Rotherham United'
Cardiff City reportedly agree a deal to sign Rotherham United striker Danny Ward for £1.6m plus add-ons. Read more.

Agent: 'Stevan Jovetic has offers from England'
The agent of Inter Milan forward Stevan Jovetic reveals that his client has received offers from England, Germany, France and Spain this summer. Read more.

Barcelona 'agree deal for Lucas Lima'
Barcelona reportedly agree a deal to sign Brazilian international midfielder Lucas Lima on a free transfer from Santos. Read more.

Burton Albion seal club-record Liam Boyce signing
Championship outfit Burton Albion wrap up a club-record deal for Ross County striker Liam Boyce, who was the Scottish Premiership's top scorer last season. Read more.

Everton to break transfer record in Moussa Dembele swoop?
Everton reportedly identify Celtic striker Moussa Dembele as a possible replacement for Romelu Lukaku this summer. Read more.

Preston North End sign Declan Rudd from Norwich City
Preston North End sign goalkeeper Declan Rudd from Norwich City on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Read more.

Sam Baldock signs new three-year Brighton & Hove Albion contract
Brighton & Hove Albion striker Sam Baldock signs a new three-year deal with the club, keeping him at the Amex Stadium until 2020. Read more.

Report: Nemanja Matic keen on Manchester United move
Nemanja Matic is reportedly waiting for an offer from Manchester United before deciding whether to push through his Chelsea exit. Read more.

Huddersfield Town 'preparing offer for midfielder Brahim Konate'
Auxerre midfielder Brahim Konate has emerged as a rumoured target for Huddersfield Town, who will rival Belgian side Zulte Waregem for his signature. Read more.

Southampton's initial bid for defender Jan Bednarek rejected?
A report claims that Lech Poznan have rejected a £4.5m bid from Southampton for defender Jan Bednarek, who they reportedly value at £7.5m. Read more.

Lucas Moura: Leaving Paris Saint-Germain "a possibility"
Manchester United-linked winger Lucas Moura admits that leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer "could be a possibility" after losing his place in the side last season. Read more.

Agent: 'No truth to Loris Karius exit rumours'
Back-up keeper Loris Karius is "prepared to fight for the No.1 position" at Liverpool next season, according to agent Florian Goll. Read more.

Arsene Wenger offers backing to 'frustrated' striker Olivier Giroud
Arsene Wenger says that Olivier Giroud 'has the qualities that Arsenal need', amid speculation that the striker could be on his way out of the club this summer. Read more.

Juventus 'step up Emre Can pursuit'
Juventus reportedly step up their pursuit of Liverpool midfielder Emre Can despite the German being in talks over a new long-term deal at Anfield. Read more.

Blackburn Rovers sign Richie Smallwood from Rotherham United
Blackburn Rovers complete a deal to sign Richie Smallwood from Rotherham United on a two-year contract with the option of a further year. Read more.

Brighton & Hove Albion 'interested in Austria international Markus Suttner'
Newly-promoted Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly interested in signing 30-year-old Austria international full-back Markus Suttner from Ingolstadt this summer. Read more.

Havard Nordtveit joins Hoffenheim from West Ham United
Hoffenheim complete the signing of West Ham United midfielder Havard Nordtveit on a five-year contract that will keep him at the club until 2022. Read more.

Sevilla close to completing Nolito deal
Sevilla president Jose Castro confirms that the club are close to completing a deal for Manchester City attacker Nolito. Read more.

West Bromwich Albion reignite interest in Jay Rodriguez
West Bromwich Albion will reportedly renew their efforts to sign £12m-rated Southampton forward Jay Rodriguez this summer. Read more.

Florentino Perez: 'Real Madrid are watching Gianluigi Donnarumma'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirms that the club are keeping tabs on 18-year-old AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Read more.

Manchester United 'agree deal for Anderson Talisca'
Manchester United reportedly agree terms with Benfica forward Anderson Talisca over a summer move to Old Trafford. Read more.

Manchester City 'not interested in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang'
Manchester City are reportedly not interested in signing Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, despite speculation to the contrary. Read more.

Florentino Perez: 'Kylian Mbappe dreams of Real Madrid move'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez believes that it is Kylian Mbappe's "dream" to play for Los Blancos amid speculation linking the club with the teenager. Read more.

Florentino Perez: 'Gareth Bale has given us many things'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez hints that Gareth Bale will stay at the club this summer amid speculation linking him with Manchester United and PSG. Read more.

Swansea City 'considering move for Martin Skrtel'
Swansea City are reportedly considering a move for former Liverpool centre-back Martin Skrtel, who currently plays for Turkish side Fenerbahce. Read more.

Gerard Deulofeu's agent 'angry Barcelona's interest has been made public'
Gerard Deulofeu's agent is reportedly angry that Barcelona's interest in activating the player's buyback clause has been made public. Read more.

Sergio Aguero to stay at Manchester City until the end of his contract
Sergio Aguero insists that he wants to stay at Manchester City for the duration of his contract, which reportedly expires in 2020. Read more.

Newcastle United close to bringing in Vincent Aboubakar, Florian Lejeune?
Newcastle United are reportedly close to signing Vincent Aboubakar and Florian Lejeune for a combined £17.7m. Read more.

Dani Alves 'asks Juventus to cancel one-year option on contract'
Dani Alves reportedly tells Juventus to cancel his contract amid rumours that he wants to join Manchester City. Read more.

Mohamed Salah 'to jet to UK to complete medical ahead of £35m Liverpool move'
Mohamed Salah is reportedly scheduled to fly to the UK today ahead of a proposed £35m switch to Liverpool. Read more.

Torino determined to keep striker Andrea Belotti amid Manchester United interest
Torino president Urbano Cairo says that the club have not received any offers for striker Andrea Belotti. Read more.

Swansea City hopeful Paul Clement can convince John Terry to join
Swansea City chairman Huw Jenkins is hopeful that John Terry will join the club this summer. Read more.

Real Madrid's Florentino Perez describes Cristiano Ronaldo as "very strange"
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says that the situation surrounding Cristian Ronaldo's future is "very strange". Read more.

Wolverhampton Wanderers announce signing of Phil Ofosu-Ayeh
Wolverhampton Wanderers announce the signing of Phil Ofosu-Ayeh on a three-year contract. Read more.

Florentino Perez hints Real Madrid are not interested in signing David de Gea
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez suggests that the club will not make a move for Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea this summer. Read more.

Real Madrid's Florentino Perez: 'No bid from Manchester United for Alvaro Morata'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says that the club have not received any bids for Manchester United target Alvaro Morata. Read more.

Manchester United 'fear Cristiano Ronaldo is using them to get Real Madrid deal'
Manchester United reportedly fear that Cristiano Ronaldo is using the club to get a better deal out of Real Madrid. Read more.

Sandro Ramirez and Sergio Busquets during the La Liga match between Malaga and Barcelona on November 19, 2016
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