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French centre-back was sent home from the club's pre-season tour of the United States in July.

Reports in Italy had suggested that the transfer could be announced as soon as Friday evening.

Paul Pogba is set to sign a five-year contract worth £290,000-a-week with Manchester United.

Frenchman left United to join Juventus in 2012.

The 26-year-old Pole spent last season on loan with the Serie A club.

The 25-year-old defender is considered to be one of the best in Serie A.

Argentina international follows Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo as the third most expensive footballer ever.

Gonzalo Higuain is valued at €94m by Napoli amid interest from Arsenal, PSG and Juventus.

Argentine's agent revealed interest from clubs in England, Spain and Italy

The saga looks set to rumble on further with Jose Mourinho remaining coy on latest speculation.

Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci is also subject to interest from Chelsea.

Reports on Wednesday claimed Juventus have accepted £100m offer for the midfielder.

Higuain has a release clause of €94m Napoli insist must be met.

Any potential deal is likely to hinge on the outcome of Everton's reported pursuit of Asmir Begovic.

Reports insist France international has agreed five-year deal.

Milan and Napoli have also tried to sign the Poland midfielder this summer.

Leicester City had an offer rejected for the 21-year-old French striker in January.

Bianconeri boss believes reigning Serie A champions are now among the top four clubs in Europe.

The Poland goalkeeper excelled on loan in Rome last season.

The 23-year-old star has been heavily linked with a return to Old Trafford.

The 25-year-old striker joined the Reds in 2014.

The 23-year-old left Old Trafford to join Juventus in 2012.

Sporting director Norea Bonato says that Napoli deal has been in place for some time.

Controversial striker back at Anfield after an underwhelming loan stint with AC Milan.

Chinese investors will inject €400m into seven-time European champions over two years, former Italy PM says.

Udinese reportedly accepted Napoli's offer but rejected Liverpool's of the same value.

The 26-year-old Poland international was on loan at Serie A side Roma last season.

The Italian international was signed by former Reds boss Brendan Rodgers.

The 29-year-old enjoyed a superb maiden campaign at Upton Park.

Belgian striker is currently playing for his country at Euro 2016 in France.