The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe are getting business done as they look to give themselves the best possible chance at success in the new season.

Friday morning's headlines:

Steve Bruce confirms Alan Hutton contract talks
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce reveals that his club will soon open contact talks with experienced defender Alan Hutton. Read more.

Juventus 'in negotiations for Adrien Rabiot'
Juventus are in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain over the signing of Adrien Rabiot, according to a report. Read more.

Atletico Madrid 'monitoring Djibril Sidibe situation'
Atletico Madrid will move for Monaco defender Djibril Sidibe if they lose Sime Vrsaljko in this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Carlo Ancelotti 'wants Karim Benzema at Napoli'
New Napoli boss Carlo Ancelotti wants to bring Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema to Italy this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Jonathan Walters: 'I am available this summer'
Republic of Ireland international Jonathan Walters reveals that he is free to leave Burnley during this summer's transfer window. Read more.

Real Betis 'eye Galatasaray attacker Gerry Rodrigues'
Real Betis want to sign Galatasaray attacker Garry Rodrigues this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Fulham's Ryan Sessegnon tipped to join top-four club
Ryan Sessegnon will join a top-four club in the Premier League "in the next few years", according to the teenager's Fulham teammate Ryan Fredericks. Read more.

Agent: 'Martin Skrtel not joining Rangers'
The agent of Fenerbahce defender Martin Skrtel says that the Slovakian's reported move to Rangers is off. Read more.

Xavi signs new two-year Al Sadd contract
Veteran Spanish midfielder Xavi signs a new two-year contract with Qatari outfit Al Sadd. Read more.

Samuel Eto'o 'holds Lazio talks'
Samuel Eto'o holds talks with Lazio representatives over a possible return to Serie A, according to a report. Read more.

Jamie Vardy does not regret snubbing Arsenal move
Leicester City forward Jamie Vardy does not regret turning down the chance to join Arsenal in the summer of 2016. Read more.

Martin Keown urges Unai Emery to sign Marco Verratti
Former Arsenal centre-back Martin Keown urges new Gunners boss Unai Emery to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti this summer. Read more.

Arsenal 'eye Lorenzo Pellegrini move'
Arsenal want to sign Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini in this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Watford sign teenage defender Ben Wilmot from Stevenage
Stevenage centre-back Ben Wilmot, linked with the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, joins Watford on a long-term contract. Read more.

Eric Bailly 'will not quit Manchester United this summer'
Eric Bailly is happy to stay at Manchester United and fight for more regular playing time at centre-back, according to a report. Read more.

Everton ace Wayne Rooney 'meets with DC United executives'
Everton's Wayne Rooney could reportedly undergo a medical with DC United later this week following talks with the American club's executives. Read more.

Celtic closing in on deal for striker Odsonne Edouard?
A report claims that Celtic are confident of agreeing a deal with Paris Saint-Germain for striker Odsonne Edouard, with a deadline of June 16 being set. Read more.

Manchester United to bid £79m for Douglas Costa?
A report claims that Manchester United will pounce for Bayern Munich winger Douglas Costa if he does not join Juventus on a permanent basis. Read more.

Report: Inter Milan join race to sign Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata
A report claims that Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata is now a target for Inter Milan, a day after the Spaniard was pictured holding talks with a Juventus official. Read more.

Rivaldo: 'Liverpool should sign Mohamed Salah'
Former Barcelona attacker Rivaldo urges the Catalan giants to move for Liverpool's Mohamed Salah this summer. Read more.

Simon Mignolet: 'My future not important'
Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet says that his own future is not important while the Reds prepare for Saturday's Champions League final. Read more.

Atletico Madrid confirm Rodri Hernandez move
Atletico Madrid confirm that they have agreed to re-sign Spanish midfielder Rodri Hernandez from Villarreal. Read more.

Fulham 'to move for Aleksandar Mitrovic'
Fulham will attempt to sign Newcastle United forward Aleksandar Mitrovic on a permanent basis if they are promoted to the Premier League, according to a report. Read more.

Valencia announce Geoffrey Kondogbia deal
Valencia sign French midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia on a permanent deal from Inter Milan. Read more.

West Ham United 'launch bid for Derby County teenager Luke Thomas'
West Ham United reportedly make a £1.2m offer for Derby County teenager Luke Thomas. Read more.

Ayoze Perez rules out Newcastle United exit
Newcastle United forward Ayoze Perez is "really happy" with life at St James' Park, amid rumoured interest from Europa League-bound Real Betis. Read more.

Manchester United 'told to pay £75m for Toby Alderweireld'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly holding out for a joint-record fee for a defender after telling Manchester United to pay £75m for Toby Alderweireld. Read more.

West Ham United confirm James Collins, Patrice Evra departures
Long-serving centre-back James Collins will leave West Ham United when his contract expires at the end of June, while Patrice Evra is another high-profile departure. Read more.

Report: Manchester United in advanced talks with Fred
Manchester United hope to get a deal over the line for Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred within the next fortnight, according to a report. Read more.

Agent: 'Jorginho to hold talks with Napoli next week'
Napoli midfielder Jorginho, recently linked with both Manchester City and Manchester United, hopes to have more clarity over his future by the end of the month. Read more.

Alvaro Morata spotted meeting Juventus director Fabio Paratici
Alvaro Morata's return to Juventus appears to be on track as the Chelsea striker was spotted meeting with one of the Italian club's directors on Wednesday. Read more.

Leighton Baines to reject Major League Soccer interest?
Leighton Baines reportedly has no plans to leave Everton this summer, despite interest being shown in the left-back by Los Angeles Galaxy and Los Angeles FC. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur 'enter race for Egyptian defender Ahmed Hegazi'
West Bromwich Albion centre-back Ahmed Hegazi is attracting interest from Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report. Read more.

Report: Arsenal to swoop for Paris Saint-Germain's Adrien Rabiot
A report claims that Adrien Rabiot is being eyed up by Arsenal, who are ready to pounce on the uncertainty surrounding the midfielder's Paris Saint-Germain future. Read more.

Report: Chelsea to hold talks with Jean Michael Seri
Nice midfielder Jean Michael Seri could be on his way to the Premier League with Chelsea, as the Blues have reportedly arranged talks to discuss a summer transfer. Read more.

Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta finalises move to Vissel Kobe
Andres Iniesta is officially a Vissel Kobe player after bringing an end to his two-decade spell with Barcelona. Read more.

Liverpool favourites to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma?
A report claims that AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma could be on his way to Liverpool this summer, as agent Mino Raiola is desperate for him to leave San Siro. Read more.