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Sports Mole rounds up all the latest news and gossip from the summer transfer window, with just 15 days to go before it slams shut.

There is now just a little over two weeks to go before the transfer window closes for business, meaning that clubs across the continent are fast running out of time to complete their business.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up all the latest goings on from another busy day of activity.

Monday evening's headlines:

Report: Man City target Nicolas Otamendi arrives in Manchester
Reports claim that Valencia defender Nicolas Otamendi is in a Manchester hotel awaiting developments on his supposed move to Manchester City. Read more.

Dieter Hecking hints at Kevin de Bruyne departure
Wolfsburg head coach Dieter Hecking hints that Kevin de Bruyne could be on his way out of the club in the near future. Read more.

David de Gea takes part in Manchester United training
Real Madrid-linked goalkeeper David de Gea takes part in training with Manchester United, despite reports suggesting that he had handed in a transfer request. Read more.

Sergio Ramos to sign new five-year deal at Real Madrid
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos agrees to sign a new five-year deal with the club, arguably ending all hope of Manchester United completing a deal for the 29-year-old. Read more.

Yannick Bolasie open to Tottenham Hotspur move
Crystal Palace winger Yannick Bolasie admits that he would be interested in a move to Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.

Roberto Mancini looking to bring Samir Nasri to Inter Milan?
Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini could reportedly explore the option of signing Manchester City playmaker Samir Nasri this summer. Read more.

Watford complete Alessandro Diamanti loan signing
Watford sign midfielder Alessandro Diamanti on a season-long loan deal from Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande. Read more.

Juventus keen on bringing Erik Lamela to Serie A this summer?
Juventus are reportedly keen on bringing Tottenham Hotspur forward Erik Lamela to Serie A this summer after failing in their pursuit of Christian Eriksen. Read more.

Joleon Lescott to sign new West Bromwich Albion extension?
West Bromwich Albion defender Joleon Lescott will sign a new deal in the next 48 hours, according to reports. Read more.

Ezequiel Lavezzi offered to Premier League clubs?
Paris Saint-Germain frontman Ezequiel Lavezzi is reportedly offered to a number of Premier League clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United and Arsenal. Read more.

Marco Verratti: 'England is an option one day'
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti reveals that he may consider moving to a Premier League club at some point in the future. Read more.

Ottmar Hitzfeld: 'Bayern Munich not backing Mario Gotze after Douglas Costa buy'
Former Bayer Munich boss Ottmar Hitzfeld argues that the club's purchase of Douglas Costa shows that the German champions do not have full faith in youngster Mario Gotze. Read more.

Swansea City sign Scotland youth international Botti Biabi
Falkirk and Scotland youth striker Botti Biabi signs a three-year contract with Premier League side Swansea City. Read more.

Les Ferdinand: "Two firm bids" received for Charlie Austin
Queens Park Rangers director of football Les Ferdinand reveals that "two firm bids" have been made for Charlie Austin, but neither meet the striker's true valuation. Read more.

Steve Bruce: 'More Hull City players likely to move on this summer'
Hull City manager Steve Bruce reveals that he has received enquiries from 15 different clubs over the sale of certain key players. Read more.

Kenny Jackett: 'Benik Afobe is not for sale'
Wolverhampton Wanderers boss Kenny Jackett insists that Benik Afobe will not be sold this summer. Read more.

Neil Lennon: 'Tim Ream sale will fund double transfer swoop'
Bolton Wanderers boss Neil Lennon admits that he must "add to the squad" after agreeing to sell defender Tim Ream to Championship rivals Fulham. Read more.

Brad Jones signs for Bradford City
Bradford City announce the signing of former Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Jones on a one-year deal. Read more.

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