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Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola shake hands before the derby at Old Trafford on September 10, 2016
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Naby Keita "very comfortable" at RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita insists that he is "very comfortable" at his current club, but refuses to rule out a move away this summer. Read more.

Manchester United, Manchester City 'want Ajax wonderkid'
A report claims that Premier League duo Manchester United and Manchester City are both interested in signing Ajax wonderkid Brian Brobbey. Read more.

Ray Wilkins urges Chelsea to keep Cesc Fabregas
Former Chelsea midfielder Ray Wilkins says that Blues boss Antonio Conte 'cannot afford' to let Cesc Fabregas leave Stamford Bridge this summer. Read more.

Zinedine Zidane plays down Kylian Mbappe speculation
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane plays down suggestions that his club have already agreed to sign AS Monaco teenager Kylian Mbappe. Read more.

Advisor: 'Kelechi Iheanacho should leave Manchester City'
Kelechi Iheanacho is urged to leave Manchester City at the end of the season by an advisor for the Nigerian striker. Read more.

Thomas Tuchel "totally relaxed" on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang future
Borussia Dortmund boss Thomas Tuchel insists that he is "totally relaxed" amid suggestions that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is close to joining Paris Saint-Germain. Read more.

Everton favourites to sign Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford?
Everton reportedly emerge as favourites to sign Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the summer. Read more.

Chelsea keen to complete David Stockdale deal?
Chelsea are reportedly keen to complete the signing of Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper David Stockdale on a free transfer. Read more.

Crystal Palace, Newcastle United chase Burnley goalkeeper Tom Heaton?
Crystal Palace and Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Burnley goalkeeper Tom Heaton. Read more.

Liverpool, Newcastle United to move for Celtic defender Kieran Tierney?
Liverpool and Newcastle United are reportedly keen on signing Celtic left-back Kieran Tierney during the summer transfer window. Read more.

Brighton & Hove Albion to secure deal for Arsenal winger Joel Campbell?
Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly in the running to sign Arsenal winger Joel Campbell on a season-long loan deal. Read more.

Manchester City banned from signing academy players
Manchester City are fined £300,000 and handed a two-year ban from signing academy players. Read more.

Antonio Conte: 'Diego Costa speculation is not important'
Antonio Conte calls on Diego Costa to remain "focused and concentrated" on Chelsea's bid for a league and cup double, amid ongoing talk that he could be on his way out. Read more.

Sam Allardyce declares interest in Jermain Defoe, Mamadou Sakho
Sam Allardyce is interested in bringing Jermain Defoe and Mamadou Sakho to Crystal Palace on permanent deals, but is currently focused on the club's relegation battle. Read more.

Mark Hughes does not fear losing Jack Butland this summer
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes believes that Jack Butland will stay at the bet365 Stadium for the time being as there is no real reason to move on just yet. Read more.

Craig Dawson offered new contract by West Bromwich Albion
Tony Pulis expects to see Craig Dawson commit his future to West Bromwich Albion beyond the end of this season, with talks over a new contract currently ongoing. Read more.

Eddie Howe: 'Wholesale changes at Bournemouth not necessary'
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe says that work has begun ahead of next season, with the Cherries looking to bring on board "a few players" in the summer. Read more.

David Moyes concedes that Jermain Defoe could leave
David Moyes admits that losing Jermain Defoe this summer "is possible", but plays down suggestions that the club will cash in on young keeper Jordan Pickford. Read more.

Seamus Coleman signs new five-year contract with Everton
Everton announce that Seamus Coleman has signed a new five-year contract at Goodison Park. Read more.

Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool in talks with Emre Can over new deal'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp confirms that the club are in talks with Emre Can over a new contract at Anfield. Read more.

Report: Kylian Mbappe verbally agrees Real Madrid move
Reports in Spain suggest that AS Monaco striker Kylian Mbappe has verbally agreed a move to Real Madrid after speaking with Zinedine Zidane. Read more.

Report: Chelsea monitoring Celtic academy forward Michael Johnston
Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for highly-rated Celtic academy forward Michael Johnston. Read more.

West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis refuses to rule out move for Jermain Defoe
Tony Pulis suggests that West Bromwich Albion might be considering a move for Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe, who will be a free agent at the end of the season. Read more.

Jamie Carragher's son James joins Wigan Athletic
James Carragher, the son of Jamie Carragher, is congratulated by his father after penning a youth academy deal with Wigan Athletic. Read more.

Report: Manchester City willing to spend £94m on Kylian Mbappe
Manchester City inform AS Monaco that they are prepared to spend £94m on Kylian Mbappe, according to reports in France. Read more.

Report: Demarai Gray, Riyad Mahrez considering Leicester City future
Leicester City wingers Demarai Gray and Riyad Mahrez are reportedly considering their futures at the King Power Stadium. Read more.

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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Chelsea34263572294381
2Tottenham HotspurSpurs35238471234877
3Liverpool35209671422969
4Manchester CityMan City34199665372866
5Manchester UnitedMan Utd341714351252665
6Arsenal33186964422260
7Everton351610960402058
8West Bromwich AlbionWest Brom34128143943-444
9West Ham UnitedWest Ham36119164559-1442
10Southampton33118143944-541
11Bournemouth35118165063-1341
12Leicester CityLeicester34117164254-1240
13Stoke CityStoke351010153750-1340
14Watford34117163755-1840
15Burnley35116183549-1439
16Crystal Palace35115194656-1038
17Hull City3597193667-3134
18Swansea CitySwansea3595214069-2932
19Middlesbrough35513172645-1928
RSunderland3456232660-3421