The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Real Madrid eye possible reinforcements.

Florentino Perez oversaw a significant overhaul of his squad during the summer before focusing more on youth in January. As is always the case with Madrid, though, some of the biggest names in football continue to be linked.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news of possible comings and goings at the Bernabeu.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Wesley Sneijder hopes Lautaro Martinez chooses Real Madrid over Barcelona
Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez is told by Wesley Sneijder to consider joining Real Madrid over La Liga rivals Barcelona this summer. Read more.

Report: Chelsea plotting £75m move for Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz
A report claims that Chelsea have turned their attention to signing Bayer Leverkusen attacker Kai Havertz after reaching an agreement for RB Leipzig's Timo Werner. Read more.

Manchester United 'sounded out over James Rodriguez deal'
Manchester United are sounded out by Real Madrid over a potential summer move for James Rodriguez, according to a report. Read more.

Kylian Mbappe to be offered similar deal to Neymar at Paris Saint-Germain?
Paris Saint-Germain are allegedly prepared to hand Kylian Mbappe a pay rise which would see him match the wages of Neymar. Read more.