Football Paper Round: Guardiola targets Toni Kroos and Luis Suarez

Guardiola targets Galactico signings Toni Kroos and Luis Suarez

Pep Guardiola has reportedly targeted Toni Kroos and Luis Suarez, according to the Mirror. The report says that City are under pressure after Zlatan Ibrahimovic's switch to Manchester United to snare a big fish in the transfer window. A figure of £75 million would trigger Kroos' release clause, as

the player is very keen to play in the Premier League. Suarez would reportedly cost around £85m, but would be difficult to uproot due to his family settling in Spain.

Hugo Lloris targeted by Real Madrid

Real Madrid have targeted Hugo Lloris, according to the Mirror. The £35 million rated keeper has been earmarked as one of many players wanted at the Bernabeu in the summer, as Spurs are willing to fight to keep him. Lloris has three years left on his contract, with the club viewing him as so important, Pochettino wants to offer another extension to protect his status at White Hart Lane.

Tottenham willing to bid £38 million for Inter's Mauro Icardi

Tottenham are attempting to sign Mauro Icardi from Inter Milan, according to the Sun. The report says that Spurs have sent representatives to Milan to discuss a move during the next week, as the club seeks to beat out rivals Arsenal to his signature. They are willing to pay as much as £38 million to get the move done, as the Argentinean international has turned many heads with his strong season in Serie A.

Robin Van Persie offered to Crystal Palace and West Ham

Robin Van Persie could make a return to the Premier League, according to the Sun. The report says the striker has been offered to both Crystal Palace and West Ham, as he seeks a return to London with his family after a season in Turkey. As both West Ham and Palace have missed out on their striker targets, they could make a bid for the player as the Turkish club have admitted they're expecting bids.

Source: Eurosport