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Hello people! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With focus now shifting to the World Cup, top clubs have begun their work 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 15, 2018:
Premier League
Chelsea ready to offload Morata and Giroud for Gonzalo Higuain
According to the Mirror, Chelsea are ready to sacrifice two strikers in order to make way for Maurizio Sarri's preferred choice of forward. It has been reported that Gonzalo Higuain is Sarri's choice for leading Chelsea's attack. Alvaro Morata was tipped to be included in the deal and it has now emerged that Olivier Giroud will also be added in the Chelsea casualty list to accommodate Higuain.
It has widely been reported that Chelsea and Juventus are eyeing a straight swap deal between Higuain and Morata. The Bianconeri are interested in re-signing the Spaniard on a permanent basis. Also, after Ronaldo's acquisition, Juventus are trying hard to balance their chequebooks for which taking Higuain's high salary off the roster is considered to be a must.
Meanwhile, Higuain's arrival may drastically affect Olivier Giroud's playing time. The World Cup finalist will not be Sarri's first choice and hence will be on the club's selling list. The Frenchman has 12 more months remaining on his current deal.
West Ham United complete the signing of Felipe Anderson
After five seasons in Serie A, Felipe Anderson has signed for the Hammers from Lazio. West Ham have secured the signature of the Brazilian winger for a club record fee of £35 million, rising to £42 million with bonuses and add-ons. Manuel Pellegrini's seventh summer signing has penned a four-year contract with the club.
On signing for the West London side, Anderson said, "I feel really happy and fulfilled to join West Ham United. It is a club with a lot of tradition, lots of great players have played here, like Bobby Moore, Carlos Tevez and Di Canio. It's a dream come true."
Serie A
Manchester United eyeing Leonardo Bonucci
The Red Devils are keen on exploiting the financial constraints put on AC Milan at the moment. Sunday Express reports that Manchester United will make a £30 million move for Leonardo Bonucci. The Rossoneri are in dire need of funds and must raise £45 million before the end of the transfer market to avoid further FFP sanctions.
Jose Mourinho is looking to sign an experienced central defender this summer. After the pursuit of Toby Alderweireld proved to be futile, United have now focused their attention towards signing the Italian rock-solid defender.
Rodrigo Bentancur on Arsenal's radar
After signing Lucas Torreira from Sampdoria, Arsenal have set their sights on another Serie A and Uruguayan midfielder. Gazzetta Dello Sport has reported that the Gunners are looking to make a move for Juventus midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur. The 21-year-old impressed at the World Cup and is also attracting interest from FC Barcelona.
Bundesliga
Spurs identify Benjamin Pavard as Toby Alderweireld replacement
Tottenham Hotspur believe that Toby Alderweireld will leave the club in the next few weeks. The club has started preparing for life after the Belgian and has identified Stuttgart's Benjamin Pavard as his replacement, the Mirror understands.
Though Pavard has played as a right-back for France, the youngster has predominantly been used as a centre-back by Stuttgart. He has a contract with the Bundesliga side until 2021 and will cost over £40 million.
Two German sides tracking Dylan Crowe
England Under-17 international Dylan Crowe is on the radar of a number of top European sides. According to Goal, Crowe has been targeted by the likes of Borussia Monchengladbach and RB Leipzig. The teenager is also tracked by Manchester United, Brighton and Portuguese giants Benfica.
All the mentioned clubs have offered Crowe £500,000 to Ipswich Town to secure Crowe's signature. He has not yet signed a professional contract with the Championship side.
La Liga
FC Barcelona to announce two signings next week
The Catalans are moving swiftly in the transfer market. After announcing Arthur and Clement Lenglet this week, Barcelona are now preparing to welcome two more signings in the next few days. According to Don Balon, Willian and Adrien Rabiot will sign for the Camp Nou outfit soon.
Barcelona are confident of completing a €60 million move for Willian whereas Eric Abidal's trip to France has reportedly borne fruit. It has been reported that PSG have agreed to let Rabiot join the Catalans for a sum of around €50 million.
Gareth Bale to decide his Real Madrid future in the next few days
The Mirror has revealed that Gareth Bale is all set for showdown talks with manager Julen Lopetugui next week. Bale intends to know the manager's plans for him and will accordingly decide his future. Manchester United are keeping tabs on the proceedings happening at the Bernabeu. Real Madrid value Bale at around £90 million.
Rest of the world
Manchester United to make a €300 million bid for Kylian Mbappe
With FC Barcelona's increasing interest in Paul Pogba, Manchester United are preparing a blockbuster move of their own. According to Don Balon, United are planning to extract at least €150 million for Pogba and are then willing to use it for PSG and World Cup sensation - Kylian Mbappe.
It is speculated that United will make a move of around €300 million for the 19-year-old wing wizard. The Red Devils are also prepared to make Mbappe the highest paid player in the world and are ready to offer him a contract with an annual salary of €45 million.
Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard battling for Liverpool's Harry Wilson
Lampard's Derby County and Gerrard's Rangers are in the race to sign Liverpool's highly rated youngster Harry Wilson on a season-long loan. And The Sun has claimed that Derby are the favourites to land the 21-year-old striker. It is believed that Derby have submitted the best offer for Wilson's services.
