With the new season fast approaching, clubs around the UK and Europe are making their moves in the transfer market.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Steven Taylor 'to join Portland Timbers'
A report claims that former Newcastle United centre-back Steven Taylor is on the verge of signing for MLS side Portland Timbers. Read more.

Jaap Stam: 'Rafael van der Vaart phoned Reading'
Reading manager Jaap Stam says that Real Betis midfielder Rafael van der Vaart "phoned" the Championship outfit this summer offering his services. Read more.

Barcelona rule out Arda Turan sale
Barcelona technical secretary Robert Fernandez insists that Turkish international Arda Turan will not be leaving Camp Nou this summer. Read more.

Southampton 'open Alex McCarthy talks' with Crystal Palace
A report claims that Southampton are in talks with Crystal Palace over a summer move for English goalkeeper Alex McCarthy. Read more.

Ajax goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen 'wanted by two English clubs'
Ajax goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen is a transfer target for two unnamed Premier League clubs, according to a report. Read more.

Report: Arsenal consider Shkodran Mustafi move
Valencia centre-back Shkodran Mustafi emerges as a transfer target for Arsenal, according to a report. Read more.

Report: Leicester City close on Bartosz Kapustka deal
A report claims that Leicester City are closing on a deal for Cracovia winger Bartosz Kapustka, who represented Poland at Euro 2016. Read more.

Report: Sunderland boss David Moyes keen to sign Marouane Fellaini
New Sunderland manager David Moyes is reportedly keen to sign Marouane Fellaini from Manchester United. Read more.

Besiktas: 'Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli wants to join us'
Besiktas president Fikret Orman reveals that Mario Balotelli is keen to join the Turkish club from Liverpool. Read more.

Chelsea, Everton 'battle for William Carvalho'
A report claims that Chelsea and Everton will go head-to-head for the signature of Sporting Lisbon midfielder William Carvalho this summer. Read more.

AS Monaco 'interested in Arda Turan'
AS Monaco want to sign Barcelona midfielder Arda Turan on loan this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Lucas Perez 'waiting for Barcelona'
A report claims that Deportivo La Coruna forward Lucas Perez is 'waiting for Barcelona' to make a summer move. Read more.

Report: Arsenal, Liverpool consider Jese Rodriguez
A report claims that Arsenal and Liverpool are both considering a move for Real Madrid attacker Jese Rodriguez this summer. Read more.

Peter Coates: 'Stoke City still want Saido Berahino'
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates insists that his club are still interested in signing West Bromwich Albion striker Saido Berahino this summer. Read more.

Marko Arnautovic signs new Stoke City deal
Austrian international Marko Arnautovic signs a new four-year contract with Stoke City. Read more.

Brad Smith joins Bournemouth from Liverpool
Australian full-back Brad Smith joins Bournemouth from Liverpool on a four-year contract. Read more.

Inter Milan: 'Mauro Icardi not for sale'
Inter Milan president Erick Thohir insists that Mauro Icardi will not leave the San Siro this summer, despite talk of interest from Arsenal. Read more.

Report: Three players heading for Wolverhampton Wanderers
A report claims that Wolverhampton Wanderers are closing on the signing of Benfica midfielder Pepe, while Helder Costa and Silvio are heading for the club on loan. Read more.

Javier Mascherano agrees new Barcelona deal
Argentine international Javier Mascherano agrees a new three-year contract with Spanish champions Barcelona. Read more.

Middlesbrough 'in talks to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan'
Middlesbrough reportedly open talks with Aston Villa regarding the signing of goalkeeper Brad Guzan. Read more.

Alexandre Pato completes move to Villarreal following failed Chelsea loan
Alexandre Pato joins Villarreal on permanent deal from Corinthians after last season's failed loan spell at Chelsea. Read more.

Five clubs chasing loan move for Chelsea forward Patrick Bamford?
Five clubs, including Celtic, are reportedly keen on sealing a loan deal for Chelsea for Patrick Bamford. Read more.

Zinedine Zidane hints Real Madrid are 'working on' a move for Paul Pogba
Zinedine Zidane hints that Real Madrid are still "working" on a swoop for Paul Pogba, despite the Juventus midfielder reportedly closing in on a move to Manchester United. Read more.