Football Paper Round: Real Madrid want N'Golo Kante but not David de Gea

Real Madrid move for N'Golo Kante

Real Madrid have been so impressed with N'Golo Kante that they are ready to bring the France international to the Bernabeu next season, according to AS. Kante's industry in Leicester City's

astonishing Premier League title win caught the eye of Zinedine Zidane and Florentino Perez, but his performances at Euro 2016 have made up Madrid's mind. Any move for the midfielder would not impact on a deal for Paul Pogba from Juventus.

Arsenal and Spurs compete for Quincy Promes

Arsenal have joined neighbours Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign Spartak Moscow winger Quincy Promes - reports the Express. The 24-year-old has scored 31 goals for Spartak and his displays have forced him into the Netherlands squad. But Spartak have been unable to tie the Dutchman down to a new contract and Arsenal feel that the player's pace and goal threat would strengthen their squad. Arsene Wenger has confirmed that he will sign at least one or two more players, with midfielders the likely priority.

Real Madrid will not sign David de Gea

Real Madrid have decided not to bid again for Manchester United goalkeeper De Gea, according to the Express. Real almost signed the Spanish stopper last summer, but failed to complete the deal on the final day of the transfer window. And president Florentino Perez has confirmed that the club will not bid again for the Spain No. 1. Manager Zinedine Zidane has told his board that he's happy with current goalkeeper Keylor Navas, ending De Gea's Madrid deam.