Man City hijack the deal for Barcelona's no.1 transfer target, Man Utd closing in on first summer signing and more: Transfer round-up, May 17, 2018

Hello people! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the season now entering its final month, top clubs are keeping their eyes open on potential transfer targets.

And as always, there are stories which make headlines irrespective of the transfer window being open or shut. After scorching through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have managed to find transfer stories that made headlines on May 17, 2018:

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La Liga

Manchester City enter Antoine Griezmann race

In an astonishing turn of events, Manchester City have reportedly entered the market for Antoine Griezmann. Don Balon claims that Pep Guardiola is looking at Griezmann to lead City's attack next season alongside Gabriel Jesus.

This may prove to be a huge disaster for FC Barcelona who were front-runners until now to sign the striker and for Sergio Aguero who now might be sold. City are ready to pay Griezmann's €100 million release clause in one go.

Clement Lenglet on his way to FC Barcelona

According to Mundo Deportivo, Sevilla's Clement Lenglet and FC Barcelona have agreed to personal terms for a transfer this summer. It is reported that Barcelona are ready to activate the French defender's €30 million release clause and will offer him a five-year deal.

Serie A

Soon to be a Juventus player

Juventus set to sign Emre Can

After months of negotiations, Goal reports that Emre Can and Juventus have finally reached a consensus. It is reported that Can has agreed to sign a five year deal with the Bianconeri and will earn €5 million per year plus bonuses. The move is set to be announced after Liverpool's Champions League final against Real Madrid.

Manchester United closing in on Alex Sandro

Football Italia understands that Manchester United are close to securing a €50 million move for Juventus left-back Alex Sandro. This deal will also see Matteo Darmian moving in the other direction albeit in a separate deal. Sandro has been at Juventus since 2015 and made 113 appearances for the Serie A champions.

Bundesliga

Dortmund are interested in Alvaro Morata

Borussia Dortmund eyeing Alvaro Morata

Dortmund chief Michael Zorc has guaranteed huge funds for Lucian Favre this summer and one of their top priorities is to sign a top striker. Bild has reported that Borussia Dortmund have identified Chelsea's Alvaro Morata as the ideal candidate.

Dortmund expect Chelsea to recall Michy Batshuayi back from his loan spell and are hence not ready to pursue a move for the Belgian. Meanwhile, the Bundesliga side is set to bid €80 million for Morata.

Kevin Wimmer in talks with Hannover

Stoke City's £18 million signing Kevin Wimmer is ready to leave the Potters after their relegation. The Daily Mail has reported that the Austrian international is in advances talks with Hannover with a summer move being imminent. Stoke are expected to incur a huge financial loss on the defender.

Premier League

AC Milan may have to sell Bonucci due to financial constraints

Manchester United want Leonardo Bonucci

After failing to qualify for the Champions League, AC Milan are expected to sell a number of their key players to comply with FFP regulations. And one of the players that may be sold is Leonardo Bonucci. The Sun has tipped Manchester United to sign the experienced defender with Bayern Munich also keeping tabs.

West Ham United looking to appoint Rafael Benitez

After relieving David Moyes of his managerial duties, West Ham United are now looking to appoint Rafa Benitez. Sky Sports has revealed that the Hammers are keen on landing Benitez who reportedly has a £6 million release clause at Newcastle United. Paulo Fonseca and Manuel Pellegrini are the other names being linked with the London side.

Rest of the world

On Real Madrid's radar

Real Madrid want Kylian Mbappe

Sport has claimed that Real Madrid are ready to let go of Neymar's pursuit this summer if PSG let them sign Kylian Mbappe. The youngster has long been on Real Madrid's radar who want him to lead the line for the foreseeable future.

PSG have to pay AS Monaco €180 million this summer which may be a huge worry for them because of the FFP regulations. Real Madrid have hence offered to sign the forward and help PSG avoid sanctions from the governing body.

Rangers target Dominic Solanke and Jermaine Defoe

Steven Gerrard reportedly wants the striking duo of Solanke and Defoe at his disposal for his first season in charge of Rangers. The Daily Record has speculated that Gerrard wants both the strikers on a season-long loan.