Cole was one of the best left - backs around for a while, and enjoyed domestic and European success with Chelsea after his controversial switch from Arsenal. (caughtoffside.com)
While it is unclear if Griezmann would consider such a controversial switch between the two Madrid rivals, Don Balon claim Real have made initial enquires to the player's entourage over whether or not he could be persuaded. (caughtoffside.com)
A # 30m target, Liverpool are strong contenders to sign in - form Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke, whose excellent form this season has shown he could be exactly what the club needs to help replace Luis Suarez last summer, as well as repairing some of the damage if Sterling does make the controversial switch to Old Trafford. (caughtoffside.com)