Besiktas have made Emmanuel Adebayor one of their major targets for the summer transfer market. The Togolese striker does not fall in the plans of Villas-Boas for next season and Besiktas could come forward. Compatriots Fenerbahce are also interested in his services, Italian media report.

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With Juventus leaving the scene, Gonzalo Higuain is getting closer to Arsenal. According to "Marca", the Pipita would be waiting for an offensive from the Gunners. Jorge's father and brother Nicolas led the deal with Wenger. But now the player’s entourage are hoping for a helping hand from Real Madrid who are requesting €30 million for the striker.

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Mario Gomez is on his way out of Bayern Munich. The German striker, in fact, was excluded from the first two preseason games, fuelling even more rumours of his move to Fiorentina.