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Hello and welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. Today's big story is Manchester United agreeing a fee for the services of Chelsea superstar, while there are also updates regarding the future of Neymar.
So let's head right in and take a look at the major happenings across Europe that made headlines on July 30, 2017:
Premier League
Manchester United agree £40m fee for Chelsea superstar
Manchester United are about to take their summer spending past the £150m mark once again, as they have agreed a fee in the region of £40m for the services of Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic, according to Sky Sports.
The Blues wanted to sell him abroad with Juventus interested in his services but decided to grant the 28-year-old’s wish to join rivals Manchester United, due to his invaluable contributions in the two Premier League title triumphs in the last 3 seasons.
The report adds working once again with Jose Mourinho was a key decision behind the move, while he may be seen participating in the UEFA Super Cup game against Real Madrid on 8th August.
A picture of Matic in a Manchester United shirt has also been leaked online.
West Brom keen on Barcelona defender
Barcelona are due a squad overhaul and according to Sky Sports, West Bromwich Albion are keen on helping the Camp Nou outfit trim down their squad. According to the English outlet, the Baggies are interested in signing out-of-favour Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen, who spent the last season on loan with Roma.
The former Arsenal captain moved to Spain more than 3 years ago but has struggled to establish himself as a key member of the squad and is set to be allowed to leave in the ongoing transfer window. The report adds that Crystal Palace are also interested in the services of the 31-year-old.
Liverpool identify Philippe Coutinho’s replacement
Liverpool are already planning for life without Philippe Coutinho, should the 25-year-old move to Barcelona in the ongoing transfer window. According to The Sun, the Reds have identified Borussia Dortmund midfielder Christian Pulisic as the ideal replacement for the Brazilian and will step up their interest in the 18-year-old if Coutinho leaves. The Reds are reportedly planning a bid in the region of £30m for the midfielder’s services.
Serie A
Roma identify Mohamed Salah replacement
Roma target Riyad Mahrez as a replacement for Mohamed Salah, according to Italian news outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Giallorossi allowed their superstar forward to join Liverpool in a deal believed to be in the region of £35m.
However, the report adds that should the Seria A giants fail in their pursuit of Mahrez, they have identified Juventus winger Juan Cuadrado as an alternative, with the Colombian set to face huge competition for places following the arrival of Douglas Costa and Federico Bernardeschi.
Inter Milan defender agrees personal terms with Valencia
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter Milan defender Jeison Murillo has agreed personal terms with Valencia, however, a deal between the two clubs is far from being agreed.
Another report in Sky Italia claims that the Colombian is valued at €15m but the La Liga outfit is unwilling to meet the Serie A side’s valuation and are willing to take the defender on loan with an option to buy.
Roma interested in Liverpool defender
Roma are mulling over a move for out-of-favour Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho if reports in The Sun are to be believed. The Frenchman has fallen out with Jurgen Klopp and spent the second half of last season on loan with Crystal Palace. The report adds that the Serie A outfit will have to cough up £30m for the services of the defender.
Bundesliga
Leon Goretzka denies agreement with Bayern Munich
Schalke midfielder Leon Goretzka has rubbished claims that he has a pre-agreement with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich to join them at the end of the 2017/18 season. Speaking during the club’s training camp in Austria, Goretzka was quoted by Bild as saying: "I have no agreement [with Bayern], that's utter nonsense."
Naby Keita to stay at RB Leipzig
Liverpool’s #1 target Naby Keita is expected to stay put at his present club RB Leipzig after manager Ralph Hasenhuttl insisted that it is 100% clear that the midfielder will remain at the club. It was reported previously that the Reds have ended their pursuit of the 22-year-old after having two bids rejected by the Bundesliga outfit.
La Liga
Neymar informs teammates of his decision to leave
According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona superstar Neymar has informed his teammates of his decision to leave the Camp Nou outfit to join Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian will not return to Spain following the culmination of the Blaugrana’s pre-season tour of the United States and will instead travel to France to put pen to paper on his new contract.
Paulo Dybala on Barcelona’s radar to replace Neymar
With the talks of Neymar leaving Barcelona growing day by day, it is being reported by Diario Sport, that the Catalan outfit have identified Juventus forward Paulo Dybala as the ideal candidate to fill the huge void left by the Brazilian’s departure.
Dybala – whose playing style has been likened to Lionel Messi – scored twice for the Old Lady in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash against the Camp Nou outfit.
Jesus Navas close to securing Sevilla return
Jesus Navas joined Manchester City in 2013, having spent his entire playing career with Sevilla and it appears now that the Spaniard is close to securing a return to his boyhood club, according to Spanish news outlet Marca. The 31-year-old was one of 5 first-team players released by the Etihad outfit at the end of last season and he is close to returning to the club of his dreams.
Rest of the World
Paris Saint-Germain interested in Inter Milan midfielder
PSG have been heavily linked with a world record move for Neymar, however, the Brazilian is not the only footballer on the cash-rich outfit’s radar. According to reputed journalist, Gianluca di Marzio, the Parc des Princes outfit are plotting a player plus cash deal for Inter Milan midfielder Joao Mario. The Ligue 1 giants are willing to offer Serge Aurier along with £27m for the services of the Portuguese international.
Nice considering move for Wesley Sneijder
According to French newspaper L’Equipe, Nice are considering a move for Netherlands international Wesley Sneijder. The 33-year-old agreed to mutually terminate his contract with Galatasaray and is currently a free agent. The Ligue 1 outfit signed Mario Balotelli on a free transfer last year and are planning a similar coup for Sneijder.
