Man United, Liverpool and Arsenal set for Karim Benzema battle? Transfer news and gossip from Monday's papers

PLUS: Thomas Muller has hinted he would be prepared to leave Bayern Munich and has talked up his "special relationship" with Louis van Gaal

David RamosTransfer target: A number of clubs in England are reportedly keen on Karim Benzema

The summer transfer window is fast approaching, and with it comes the chance to consolidate or rebuild on the current squad.

The big wheels of the industry never stop turning, meaning there are always plenty of rumours and half-truths doing the rounds.

It seems likely that plenty of teams will be in the market at the end of the season. Manchester United continue to rebuild under Louis van Gaal, Arsenal might need an actual defensive midfielder (at last!), while Manchester City are never too far from a deal.

Here are the latest transfer bits and pieces from the Daily Mirror and today's newspapers:
Transfer stories from today's Daily Mirror

GettyTop dollar: Paul Pogba could become the best paid player in the Premier League

EXCLUSIVE: Manchester City to hand Paul Pogba £250k-a-week AFTER TAX for Premier League return. The club have guaranteed the Frenchman the remarkable salary in a bid to see off interest from Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Chelsea.

West Ham keen on summer move for £6million Guingamp striker Claudio Beauvue. The 27-year-old has scored 25 goals this season and is keen to build on this success by moving to the Premier League.

GettyWanted: West Ham are interested in signing Claudio Beauvue from Guingamp

Former England keeper Paul Robinson leaving Blackburn with potential move back to Leeds on the cards. Robinson - who played 95 times for Leeds before moving to Spurs - is thought to be keen on linking up with his former employers.

West Brom are aiming to hijack Scott Sinclair's move to Aston Villa with £2.5million summer bid. Boss Tony Pulis has demanded more pace in wide areas as a priority of the club’s summer spending.

Other stories from today's Daily Mirror

ActionLow point: Harry Kane has been unimpressed with his teammates' recent performances

Harry Kane blasts Tottenham teammates after slumping to third defeat in five games. They have only won one of their last six games and Europa League football isn’t looking that certain. 

Jack Cork says Swansea boss Garry Monk is similar to Jose Mourinho and Brendan Rodgers. The 25-year-old has already seen enough to know the former defender has what it takes to be a top-flight success for years to come.
Transfer news and stories from other papers and websites

Sky SportsTrouble brewing: Pep Guardiola and Thomas Muller argue at the Nou Camp

Arsenal could get a second chance to sign Karim Benzema as Real Madrid are keen to sell the Frenchman while they can still recoup a significant fee for him, Manchester United and Liverpool are also interested. To have any hope of signing him, though, they'll have to cough up £40m. (Daily Star)

Thomas Muller appeared to be angling for a move to Manchester United after talking about his "special relationship" with Louis van Gaal. Muller and Pep Guardiola were seen arguing during the 3-0 defeat at Barcelona last week and the German's future may not be secure in Munich. (Metro)


Helios de la RubiaLanguage barrier: Gareth Bale is struggling to settle in at Real Madrid because he doesn't speak Spanish



Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The Gabon international has scored 2 times in all competitions this season but Dortmund have endured a difficult campaign. After a disappointing season for Liverpool's strikers, Brendan Rodgers is keen to bring in reenforcements. (Shoot)

Gareth Bale is becoming increasingly isolated in the Real Madrid dressing room because he can't speak Spanish. The Welshman has been taking lessons ever since arriving in La Liga but has so far failed to make any real process with the language, leading many teammates to grow frustrated with him. (Daily Mail)