Real Madrid's Plan B for Neymar worth €120 million revealed, Man Utd want Atletico Madrid defender and more: Transfer round-up, May 20, 2018

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Real Madrid have a contingency plan in place for Neymar

Good evening and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Despite 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 20, 2018:


La Liga

Real Madrid to target Paulo Dybala if a move for Neymar falls through

Though it is believed that Real Madrid are set to go all guns blazing for Neymar this summer, folks at the Bernabeu are worried that the Brazilian may decide to stay at PSG for one more season.

According to Don Balon, Real Madrid have prepared a contingency plan just in case a move for Neymar falls through. It is reported that Real will make a move for Juventus' Paulo Dybala.

Dybala has emerged as Real Madrid's Plan B for Neymar. He is reportedly on his way out of Juventus and is valued at €120 million.

Atletico Madrid target Jamie Vardy

In your most shocking report of the day, Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is reportedly eyeing a swoop for Jamie Vardy. The Mirror has reported that Atletico are looking to form a striking duo of Diego Costa and Jamie Vardy with Griezmann and Torres set to depart Wanda Metropolitana.

Serie A

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Hector Bellerin targeted by Juventus

Juventus renew interest in Hector Bellerin

The Italian champions are set to renew their interest in Arsenal full-back Hector Bellerin. The Express has reported that Juventus are looking at Bellerin as a direct replacement for Stephen Lichsteiner. Arsenal value Bellerin at £50 million but Juventus want the Gunners to reduce their asking value.

Emre Can announcement imminent

Fabrizio Romano has tweeted that Emre Can is closing on a move to Juventus. After months of negotiations, Can is finally set to complete his impending move to Turin. It is reported that Juventus will make an official announcement over the signature of the midfielder after Liverpool's Champions League final against Real Madrid.

Bundesliga

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Next RB Leipzig manager?

RB Leipzig closing in on new manager

With Ralph Hasenhuttl resigning from his post on Friday, RB Leipzig have launched the hunt to find his successor. Bild has linked them with making a move for New York Red Bulls manager Jesse Marsch. He has led New York to three consecutive playoffs and has previously been linked with RB Salzburg.

Liverpool cancel pre-season friendly against Borussia Monchengladbach

Taking an exception against Borussia Monchengladbach's approach for Rhian Brewster, Liverpool have cancelled their pre-season friendly against the Bundesliga side.

Liverpool Echo has reported that the Reds want Brewster to sign a professional contract with them and are mulling over the idea of making a formal complaint against Monchengladbach.

Premier League

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On United's radar

Manchester United target Sime Vrsaljko

The Mirror has claimed that United are well underway in their negotiations with the right back and are closing in on a £35 million for the 26-year-old. Jose Mourinho is looking to raid Atletico Madrid for Sime Vrsaljko. United are expected to sign fullbacks this summer and it is reported that the Croatian international fits the bill perfectly for the Red Devils.

Everton enter Wilfried Zaha race

The Toffees are set to rival Manchester City and Liverpool for the signature of Wilfried Zaha. Everton are keen on paying £60 million for the winger and are willing to build their team around him, the Sun understands. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are looking to offer Zaha a new improved deal to keep him at Selhurst Park.

Ligue 1

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Soon to be a Red

Liverpool closing in on Nabil Fekir

Reports in France have suggested that Lyon forward Nabil Fekir is '99 per cent certain' to join Liverpool before the start of the World Cup. The Mirror has corroborated those claims and have reported that Jurgen Klopp's team will sign Fekir for £60 million.

Jack Wilshere offered to PSG

According to L'equipe, Jack Wilshere has been offered to Paris Saint Germain. The Arsenal midfielder is out of contract this summer and is yet to sign an extension with his side. It is reported that the decision on Wilshere will be taken by the new manager Thomas Tuchel.

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