FC Barcelona to make a €90 million bid for Manchester United superstar, Man City closing in on two big signings and more: Transfer round-up, July 4, 2018

Good evening and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the world's attention being fixated on the ongoing World Cup, top clubs are working behind the scenes on the transfer front.

And as always, there are stories which will have huge repercussions on the transfer market. After scorching through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have managed to find transfer stories that made headlines on July 4, 2018:

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Premier League

On Manchester United's radar

Manchester United's bid for Alessio Romagnoli rejected

According to Manchester Evening News, the Red Devils have suffered a setback in their pursuit of AC Milan's Alessio Romagnoli. It is believed that Jose Mourinho had identified Romagnoli as a top transfer target only to see his opening bid fall on deal ears.

United had made a bid of €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons for the 23-year-old central defender. Milan are ready to do business for the Italian but are demanding a higher price for their valuable asset. The Rossoneri are expected to lose their top players this summer after being sanctioned by UEFA for FFP regulations.

Numerous reports had linked United with AC Milan's Leonardo Bonucci in the last few days. It may well have been a smokescreen from the Premier League giants to make their move for Bonucci's defensive partner instead which has however been rebuffed by the Italian giants.

Manchester City to complete a double transfer worth £108 million

The Mirror claims that the Premier League champions are set to land Riyad Mahrez and Jorginho for around £108 million by the end of the week. A £60 million has reportedly been agreed with Leicester City as Mahrez is expected to undertake a medical later this week.

Meanwhile, after months of negotiations, City and Napoli have reportedly struck a deal worth £48.7 million. Both the players will sign five-year contracts with the club. Mahrez is set to provide competition for the wingers whereas Jorginho is dubbed by many as Yaya Toure's replacement.

Serie A

Is Ronaldo on his way to Juventus?

Real Madrid ready to let Cristiano Ronaldo join Juventus

El Chiringuito TV has revealed that Real Madrid are ready to let Cristiano Ronaldo leave for Juventus. It is claimed that the Spanish giants are not willing to bow down to Ronaldo's wage demands and are instead ready to accept a €100 million bid from Juventus.

The Bianconeri have prepared a four year deal for Ronaldo which will see him earn €30 million annually in wages.

Manchester United receive a boost in Sergej Milinkovic-Savic chase

Lazio's steep valuation of their most talented player have paved the way for Manchester United back into the Milinkovic-Savic race. According to Manchester Evening News, Lazio's €100 million price tag for the Serbian has led Juventus to drop all their interest in the midfielder.

The Bianconeri were considered to be the favourites until now but Lazio's stance have opened the floodgates for Manchester United to make a move.

Bundesliga

Pavard will be a hot property this summer after his World Cup antics

Three German clubs interested in Benjamin Pavard

Stuttgart right back Benjamin Pavard has attracted the attention of the top clubs with his stellar form in the World Cup with France. L'equipe has reported that the likes of Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig have all made an enquiry for the 22-year-old.

Pavard is also reportedly eyeing a move to a top club this summer. Stuttgart are desperate to hold on to him for at least one more season but may let him go if an offer of around €50 million comes their way.

Yussuf Poulsen ready to leave RB Leipzig

Calciomercato have revealed that Yussuf Poulsen is ready to end his Bundesliga stint this summer. The Danish striker is attracting interest from a number of Premier League sides. The likes of West Ham, Everton and Newcastle are all reportedly keen on signing the 24-year-old. Poulsen has a contract with Leipzig until 2021.

La Liga

Has Paul Pogba played his last game for Manchester United?

FC Barcelona to make a €90 million bid for Paul Pogba

The Catalans are looking to take an advantage of the dwindling partnership at Manchester United between Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba. It is believed that Pogba is not at all on good terms with the United manager and may accept a move abroad to end his stint under him.

According to Don Balon, Barcelona are looking for a blockbuster midfield signing this summer and are therefore preparing a €90 million move for the Frenchman. Barcelona believe that Pogba can thrive and reach his true potential at Camp Nou with the player also being highly admired by Ernesto Valverde.

Arsenal monitoring Andre Gomes

Independent has revealed that Unai Emery is keen on adding FC Barcelona outcast Andre Gomes to his Arsenal squad. Emery believes that he can get the best out of an underfiring yet talented midfielder. Arsenal are short on transfer funds and may have to do some sales in order to generate money for the Gomes deal. Barcelona value the midfielder at around €30 million.

Rest of the world

The Hammers are looking to rope in Bruno Fernandes

West Ham United make a £20 million bid for Bruno Fernandes

According to Sky Sports, West Ham have made a £20 million bid for Sporting Lisbon's Bruno Fernandes. The Portuguese side are in dire need of funds this summer and are demanding £25 million for their homegrown player.

Fernandes has made 45 first team appearances for Lisbon, scoring 15 goals. He recently represented Portugal in the World Cup and is also on the radar of Atletico Madrid.

Everton eyeing Ramy Bensebaini

The Toffees are reportedly closing in on their first summer signing. The Daily Star has claimed that Everton have made a £13.3 million bid for Rennes' Ramy Bensebaini. The 23 year old Algerian international can play as a centre back, left back and as a defensive midfielder. Bensebaini made 33 league appearances for Rennes last season.