Premier League transfer news: 2 Liverpool stars being targeted by Real Madrid, Christian Pulisic to Chelsea, and more - 21st February 2018

Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's transfer roundup for February 21, 2018. The summer transfer window is still far away, but the rumours are just as intense as it could. So without further ado, here is a look at today's top Premier League transfer news, rumours, and updates:

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#5 London

Starting alphabetically with Arsenal, it has become a normalcy for the Gunners to be linked with Real Madrid’s fading star, Karim Benzema. According to Don Balon, Arsenal are still keen on Benzema, who could be sold to accommodate Harry Kane.

Meanwhile, according to reports from The Daily Express, West Ham are being credited with links for two youngsters. Apparently, should Moyes stay with the Hammers, he will look to sign Metz’s Vincent Thill and goalkeeper Joel Drommel from FC Twente.

#4 Eden Hazard and Mohamed Salah

Salah and Hazard have been linked with Real Madrid

Eden Hazard to Real Madrid is a rumour that ceases to die. Today, however, there is a report from Don Balon that claims that the Belgian will only join the Bernabeu outfit should Cristiano Ronaldo leave Real Madrid because the latter plays in the former’s preferred left-wing position.

Apropos to the above rumour, the Bernabeu outfit are reportedly pondering whether Hazard would actually be compatible with the Portuguese. As a result, according to another report from the same website, Real Madrid are allegedly contemplating the signing of Mohamed Salah from Liverpool, who, according to Madrid, is a better signing.

#3 Crystal Palace and Chelsea

Pulsic is a star

The link between Diego Cavalieri and Crystal Palace has been active for over a week now and Roy Hodgson might finally complete the signing of the former Liverpool goalkeeper, claim ESPN. The deal will be a short-term as Vicente Guaita is set to join Selhurst Park in the summer.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are set to face fierce competition from Bayern Munich over summer transfer target Christian Pulisic. Borussia Dortmund don’t want to get rid of him, but are bracing themselves for mega bids from Europe’s top echelons.

Dortmund reportedly value him at £88 million, but Chelsea could use Michy Batshuayi in a bid to bring the American to the club, according to reports from The Daily Mail.

#2 Liverpool

Can Emre Can join Madrid?

Speaking of Liverpool, a Merseyside player that looks set to leave is Emre Can—and he now has a new suitor in Real Madrid, claim Don Balon.

Meanwhile, over in France, Liverpool are looking at a teenager who seems to be making waves in the youth team of Lyon. According to France Football, the Reds are keen on the highly talented Mohamed Bahlouli, who is touted to make his first-team debut soon.

Finally, according to the folks at Diario Gol, Liverpool could make a €20 million bid for Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas, but Florentino Perez is not happy with the offer.

#1 Manchester madness

Umtiti's release clause is a problem for Barca

Jose Mourinho is apparently a huge fan of Samuel Umtiti and will activate his clause should he give them the green signal about leaving Barcelona, claim reports from Don Balon. The Frenchman has a release clause of €60 million and wants a pay hike in order to increase it.

Meanwhile, both Manchester United and Manchester City want Toni Kroos. In another report from the same website, it is claimed that Jose Mourinho wants to get one over Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, who reportedly loves Kroos, by bringing the German to Old Trafford. Notably, Raphael Varane is another player Mourinho wants.

Finally, Pep Guardiola has been informed that Luka Modric will leave Real Madrid after the end of the season as he believes that his time at Madrid is up, says Don Balon.