Thursday Transfer Gossip

First off, Daniel Alves has once again stated his desire to leave Sevilla. BBC Sport report that the Brazilian full-back is most interested in a move to Chelsea and wishes for his future to be resolved before Sevilla's Champions League qualifier against AEK Athens on the 15 August.

Claudio Ranieri is interested in taking Gilberto Silva to Juventus. The Daily Mirror report that the Arsenal captain is the subject of a £4million bid from the Italian side.

Zaragoza are to re-open talks with Deportivo La Coruna over the possible transfer of Fabio Coloccini. Marca (Spanish link) report that Zaragoza will offer Oscar as part of the deal as they hope to capture the Argentine defender at the third time of asking.

Finally, Real Murcia are in negotiations to sign young Brazilian William from Corinthians. Marca (Spanish link) report that the Spanish side are though to have offered around 4million Euros for the 17 year old, but Corinthians are holding out for more money. A host of other European teams are also said to be interested in the player.